Allisha Gray potential MVP

It's early in the WNBA season, but there's a rising star lighting up the court in Atlanta. Meet Allisha Gray of the Atlanta Dream, who is having a career-defining season under her current head coach Karl Smesko. The addition of Brittney Griner and Brionna Jones complement Gray and Rhyne Howard has proven successful. The Dream boasts the second-best record in the Eastern Conference behind the New York Liberty.

Currently 9-4, Atlanta is enjoying one of its strongest starts since joining the league in 2008. In Smesko's system, shooting a career-best 50% from the field and 43% from beyond the arc while averaging a high with 20.2 PPG and 4.2 AST. Her outstanding performance earned her the Eastern Conference Player of the Month for May. Gray's scoring efficiency and leadership have established her as a top MVP contender this season.

As the Dream climb up the standings, Gray's contributions will be pivotal to maintaining their competitive edge. An MVP win for Gray would not only mark a personal milestone but also signify a historic achievement for the Atlanta Dream. This would showcase the team's transformation under Smesko and solidify Gray's status as one of the league's premier players. Such an accomplishment could also inspire young talent in Atlanta and boost women's basketball visibility in the region.

Be sure to tune in and see for yourself as the Dream continue their impressive run. With Gray leading the charge, the team's future looks brighter than ever, promising exciting basketball and a potential deep playoff run.