Ariel Atkins

After seven years with the Mystics, Atkins moved to Chicago following a trade last winter, which sent Washington the pick that turned into standout rookie Sonia Citron. Atkins' first season with Chicago should still be labeled as a success. Through 34 regular-season appearances, Atkins averaged 13.1 points, a career-high 3.6 assists, 3.4 rebounds, 1.6 steals and 1.3 three-pointers in 28.5 minutes per game. Atkins struggled a bit for consistency following an extended absence with a leg injury during the middle of the season, scoring in double digits in six of her last 13 games. She missed the final three contests of the year with a back issue, but there's no indication Atkins will be limited in any capacity to begin 2026. She was an unrestricted free agent this winter and was traded for a second consecutive offseason, this time from Chicago to Los Angeles in exchange for Rickea Jackson as part of a sign-and-trade agreement. Although she'll play alongside superstar Kelsey Plum in the Sparks' backcourt, Atkins should maintain high-level fantasy production in 2026. Read Past Outlooks