5 WNBA players to watch at the 2025 trade deadline

The 2025 WNBA trade deadline hits on Thursday, with contending teams getting one last chance to bolster their rosters for a playoff push.

With guard Brittney Sykes' surprising trade to the Seattle Storm, you could easily see more players traded ahead of Thursday afternoon's deadline.

We're not exactly sure how busy this trade deadline will be, particularly with the expiring CBA set to send most veterans into free agency in the winter.

However, for any team trying to contend for a championship, a trade may well be worth it to strengthen those chances. Let's take a look at five WNBA players who make sense as possible trade candidates.

Sky G Ariel Atkins

If the Sky are going to spark a fire sale, Atkins would instantly boost any contender with a starting-caliber guard. Chicago could net a first-round pick for Atkins, who will be a free agent in the winter.

Sun G Marina Mabrey

Mabrey is the most realistic trade candidate for the struggling Sun, and she could either start or come off the bench as a lethal 3-point shooter for any playoff run.

Sky G Rachel Banham

Banham would be a steal for any team at her current salary, as she's turned into one of the league's more potent 3-point scorers this season. She would be an excellent addition for any contender with a need on offense.

Sky G Rebecca Allen

Allen is a stalwart veteran who could translate her experience to come off the bench for any number of contenders. She's another player you could see the Sky trading before Thursday.

Mystics C Stefanie Dolson

Dolson is another Mystics player who you could see traded before the deadline. She could come off the bench and provide a good post presence for any contender needing more on that part of the roster.

This article originally appeared on For The Win: WNBA players to watch at the 2025 trade deadline