Remember that tough mid-July loss the Storm took against the Indiana Fever? Well, turns out that game was a major turning point for Fever forward Makayla Timpson, who absolutely exploded onto the scene. She played over 30 minutes on the court for the first time in her career against our Storm, and since then, she hasn’t looked back.
Timpson is now averaging 7.5 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 1.8 defensive stats in 26.3 minutes per game. Talk about stepping up! She’s even snagged starts in each of her last four games, and honestly, with how she’s playing, that starting spot isn’t going anywhere. It’s wild to see a first- or second-year player make such a massive jump. The Fever brought in veterans like Monique Billings and Myisha Hines-Allen in the offseason, so Timpson really had to elevate her game to earn her spot next to All-Star Aliyah Boston. And she did it! Her athleticism and skillset are a perfect match for Boston, and she totally complements that high-octane backcourt with Kelsey Mitchell and Caitlin Clark. Her job is simple: run the floor and get open around the paint, which she did big time in their recent win over Atlanta, dropping a career-high 20 points. This kid is just getting started, Seattle.
Golden State’s Depth Is Straight Up Ballin’
While the Fever are seeing a young player shine, the Golden State Valkyries are also getting massive contributions from their bench. We’ve seen how Golden State’s fearsome defense and opportunistic offense have them near the top of the WNBA standings, right? And a huge part of that is their depth. Backup point guard Kaitlyn Chen, picked near the end of the 2025 WNBA Draft, has solidified her role and made some serious strides since her rookie season.
Chen has the tough job of backing up the league’s reigning Most Improved Player, Veronica Burton, but she handles it like a pro. These aren’t just bench warmers; these are players making valuable contributions on championship-hopeful teams.
These young players aren’t just filling roster spots; they’re elevating their teams as they continue to jockey for playoff position. It’s only the beginning for talents like Timpson and Chen, and you just know the league is going to feel their impact for seasons to come.
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Originally reported by Swish Appeal.
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