If you thought WNBA players only crush it on the court, you clearly haven’t seen DiJonai Carrington’s Instagram game. The Connecticut Sun guard gave fans a chef’s kiss moment recently by reacting to teammate Veronica Burton’s season highlights with a perfect three-word caption: “Miss my dawggg.” Yes, folks, it’s that time of year when emotions are running high, and Carrington is all about letting her followers know she’s missing her squad.
But let’s rewind a bit. Veronica Burton, aka “rookie sensation” turned fan favorite, had her first season with the Sun in 2024 after spending two years with the Dallas Wings, where she was drafted seventh overall in 2022. The Sun, naturally, decided to flex Burton’s highlight reel, showing off everything from her killer on-court plays to some iconic tunnel fashion. Because hey, it’s 2024, and if your tunnel fit doesn’t go viral, did you even play that game?
A Season to Remember…Kind Of?
Now, we’re not saying Burton was out here dropping 40 points a night, but let’s give credit where it’s due. In her debut season with the Sun, she averaged a modest 3.1 points per game. Sure, that doesn’t scream “MVP,” but in the playoffs, she did crank it up to 4.9 ppg, showing that when the lights get brighter, Burton isn’t about to shrink. Throw in 1.9 assists and 1.4 rebounds, and it’s clear she was doing her thing — one quietly efficient stat line at a time.
Carrington, on the other hand, was out here proving that glow-ups aren’t just for Instagram filters. After starting her career with a humble 2.8 points per game in her rookie year, she’s now on a tear, averaging 12.7 ppg this season. Oh, and by the way, she just casually picked up the Most Improved Player award. NBD, right?
Playoff Roller Coaster and Unrivaled League Madness
The Sun had quite the ride in the playoffs, knocking out Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever in the first round. But just when we thought they were about to hit the big time, the Minnesota Lynx decided to spoil the fun, ending their season after a wild five-game series. It’s okay, though, because the offseason is packed with plenty of drama and excitement.
In case you missed it, Carrington is about to take her talents to the Unrivaled Basketball League, the upcoming 3-on-3 league founded by WNBA superstars Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier. If you’re wondering what “Unrivaled” means, it’s basically “we’re about to make 3-on-3 women’s basketball bigger than you’ve ever seen.” Starting in January 2025 in Miami, Carrington will be lighting it up alongside other heavy hitters like Marina Mabrey, her Sun teammate who was crucial in their playoff push.
Mabrey, fresh off being traded from the Chicago Sky, didn’t just arrive in Connecticut—she arrived with receipts. She put up 14.9 points per game with a scorching 42.4% from three-point range. The girl was on fire, and her contributions led the Sun to a 28-12 record. Not too shabby for a midseason pickup, huh?
So, Who’s Joining Carrington in Unrivaled?
As for Unrivaled, it’s got star power for days. Alongside Carrington and Mabrey, the league’s roster includes WNBA royalty like Arike Ogunbowale, Chelsea Gray, Kelsey Plum, and even Brittney Griner. The teams? Oh, just names like the Laces, Lunar Owls, Mist, Rose, Phantom, and Vinyl — because why not give a little flare to this unprecedented league?
So buckle up, folks. If you thought WNBA offseason meant things were slowing down, think again. With DiJonai Carrington dropping epic IG captions and the 3-on-3 league promising fireworks, it’s clear that women’s basketball is about to go next level. As Carrington herself would say: “Miss my dawggg!”