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Kelsey Plum Ties WNBA Record With Four Straight 25-Point Games to Open 2026

Coach Lynne Roberts calls her the league’s best one-on-one creator.

Overview

  • Plum has opened the season with four straight 25-plus point games, tying the league record, and is averaging 26.8 points on 59.6% shooting with 41.7% from three.
  • Los Angeles is 1-3, though she powered the lone win with 27 points, including 15 in the fourth quarter, and nine assists.
  • Head coach Lynne Roberts called her the WNBA’s best one-on-one player for creating shots for herself and for others.
  • With Ariel Atkins in concussion protocol, Plum has taken on more primary point-guard duties after ranking in the top five in assists last season.
  • She credits offseason work in the Unrivaled league and consistent training through CBA talks for her strong start.