While Golden State is the WNBA’s newest and most worldly team, it isn’t alone in its international presence. The number of foreign-born players in the league has continued to increase.

As more global stars arrive, the “prioritization” rule is causing tension. The post ‘Has to Change’: The WNBA’s International Player Problem appeared first on Front Office Sports.

Some Valkyries assistants are even learning to count in French to connect with players. While Golden State is the WNBA’s newest and most worldly team, it isn’t alone in its international presence.

Carla Leite of Golden State got her first WNBA start while Seattle’s Dominique Malonga, the former No. 2 overall pick, ...

The 6-foot-6 center played for the French Olympic team last year and has a bright future in the WNBA. She averaged 15.0 points and 10.3 rebounds so far this season while playing for Lyon.

The 6-foot-6 center played for the French Olympic team last year and has a bright future in the WNBA. She averaged 15.0 points and 10.3 rebounds so far this season while playing for Lyon.

The 6-foot-6 center played for the French Olympic team last year and has a bright future in the WNBA. She averaged 15.0 points and 10.3 rebounds so far this season while playing for Lyon.