2x Champion May Ditch A’ja Wilson to Join WNBA’s Ugliest Locker Room

All is not glitter and gold in Las Vegas. Back-to-back WNBA champion and A’ja Wilson’s teammate, Kelsey Plum might be bidding farewell to the Aces’ locker room. The 30-year-old guard who is averaging 17.8 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 4.2 assists per game this season has been cored by the Aces. Despite that, the rumors continue to swirl.

The rumor mill has already linked Kelsey with the newly formed Golden State Valkyries but there’s a new team who could be actively making a move for the All-Star guard. There are strong murmurs about her taking her talents to the ugliest locker room in the WNBA. And looking at last season’s happenings, many wouldn’t argue that it is Seattle Storm. But the question is, why Seattle, especially after what star Jewell Loyd had to say about the backroom staff of the franchise?

According to Annie Costabile of the Chicago Sun-Times, the star point guard has requested a trade. The request comes in the wake of Loyd’s allegations against the Storm’s coaching staff. An investigation into the claims has been conducted but no violations were found. The situation appears to have left Loyd seeking a fresh start elsewhere.

The Athletic suggests a trade might be brewing between the Aces and the Storm which would see Plum and Jewell swap jerseys. Kelsey Plum’s ties to the Pacific Northwest make her a natural fit for the Seattle Storm. They now find themselves in need of a shooting guard following Jewell Loyd’s trade request.

Meanwhile, Loyd shares a strong connection with the Las Vegas Aces, where her three Olympic teammates A’ja Wilson, Chelsea Gray, and Jackie Young are all being represented by Klutch Sports.

Kelsey Plum and Jewell Loyd might not be the only blockbuster deal to happen this season, there might be a few more in store for us. Let’s take a look at the other predicted blockbuster trades!

Predicted trades that could shake up the WNBA

Satou Sabally to New York

As the trade rumors swirl, Satou Sabally’s future remains uncertain. While she has already made it clear that she plans to leave Dallas, the question now is where she’ll land. Sabally was previously linked to the Indiana Fever, but the New York Liberty could be a more enticing option.

Not only does New York boast a strong roster, but Sabally would have the opportunity to reunite with her college teammate, Sabrina Ionescu, and her sister, Nyara Sabally both of whom play for the Liberty. This connection could give New York the edge, who could offer the Dallas Wings package of Leonie Fiebich, Betnijah Laney-Hamilton, and a 2026 first-round pick to get the job done.

Chennedy Carter to the Valkyries

Chennedy Carter’s dazzling 2024 performances where she was the top scorer, weren’t enough for the Chicago Sky, as they shockingly let her walk as an unrestricted free agent.

Despite her reputation for not being able to last in a franchise for too long, the Golden State Valkyries could take a chance on her as the offensive centerpiece in their debut season. With nothing to lose and everything to gain, Carter might just be the splash they need to make waves in their first season.

As the WNBA trade market heats up, Kelsey Plum’s potential move to Seattle, as she looks to get out of the shadow of A’ja Wilson and other blockbuster deals could redefine team dynamics across the league. With stars like Jewell Loyd and Satou Sabally seeking fresh starts, the stage is set for a thrilling offseason full of surprises. Stay tuned for more WNBA trade updates!