The recent three-team trade in the WNBA, involving Jewell Loyd and Kelsey Plum, marks a significant shift in player movements. The Aces acquired Loyd from Seattle alongside a 2025 pick, while Seattle acquired a high No. 2 pick and other assets. The Sparks received Plum and a selection too. Loyd's inconsistent shooting raises questions about her fit with the Aces, but optimism exists for her surrounded by star players like A'ja Wilson. The deal, while exciting, leaves fans bittersweet about losing long-time players, particularly those contributing to team identity.
Until last season, I'd been pretty forgiving of her least efficient years. They coincided with the years she had to shoot a lot more.
A locked-in Loyd is tons of fun to watch. On a visit to Seattle in 2024, I was lucky enough to catch her 23-point first half against the Indiana Fever.
At 31, Loyd's also old enough that her best shooting days might just be behind her now.
The optimist watched the Liberty too-small the Aces last year in the playoffs and thinks the 5-foot-11 Loyd offers more of the size Las Vegas needed.
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