Each year, WNBA players emerge as breakout stars, with Veronica Burton being the Most Improved Player in 2025. For the 2026 season, candidates for a significant leap include Rickea Jackson of the Los Angeles Sparks, who showed consistent scoring ability; Dominique Malonga of the Seattle Storm, who is expected to receive more playing time and improve; and Carla Leite of the Golden State Valkyries, whose shooting needs to develop for her to excel further.
