MVP Snub and a Semifinals Exit Doesn?t Move Alyssa Thomas, WNBA All-Star Asserts: ?I?ll Always Be in the Record Books?

In a season of highs and lows, Alyssa Thomas, a WNBA All-Star, had both a sweet and bitter journey. A noteworthy MVP race and a gripping semifinal exit marked her incredible journey. It showcases her unwavering determination and the legacy she’s carving in the league.

In a recent interview, Thomas took pride in her achievements and her impressive triple-double records.

Alyssa Thomas leaves her mark in the record books

Born on April 12, 1992, Alyssa Thomas played college basketball for the Maryland Terrapins. In the 2014 WNBA draft, the New York Liberty selected her as the 4th overall pick. But they immediately traded her to the Connecticut Sun. In her first season as a professional basketball player, Alyssa Thomas had an impressive performance with the Connecticut Sun.

She averaged 10 points and 5.1 rebounds per game while playing in 34 games. Alyssa started in 28 of those games. She has also represented her country as a member of the USA Women’s National Basketball Team.

In a recent interview, Alyssa Thomas talked about her extraordinary accomplishments. Thomas proudly stands as the only WNBA player to achieve eleven triple-doubles. What’s even more remarkable is her distinction as the only WNBA player ever to record an impressive 15+ points, 15+ rebounds, and 10+ assists while maintaining a flawless record of zero turnovers.

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In the interview, she said, ?I had a season you have never seen in this league and probably won?t see again unless I do it.? Her achievements put her in an exclusive club, shared with NBA legends such as Nikola Vucevic, Charles Barkley, and Fat Lever. It showcases her unparalleled skill set, leaving a permanent mark in the record books. She further added, ?For me, I have a lot to be proud of. No one can take away the fact I’ll always be in the record books.?

The WNBA all-star’s season journey ends in the semifinals

In a season filled with stellar performances and accolades, Alyssa Thomas of the Connecticut Sun found herself in a close MVP race against Breanna Stewart of the New York Liberty. Although Thomas made history with her remarkable triple-doubles, it was Stewart who ultimately secured her second MVP award, thanks to her career-best scoring season with the Liberty.

In the fourth match of the semifinal game against the New York Liberty, Alyssa Thomas showcased an impressive set of performance and skills even after a frightening fall during the fourth quarter of the semifinal game. Despite her star performance, Connecticut’s 2023 season concluded with a narrow 87-84 loss to the Liberty. While Alyssa Thomas and the Sun may have lost the semifinals, her achievements continue to shine brightly in the WNBA.

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