The WNBA season may have wrapped up, but guess what? DiJonai Carrington’s grind is far from over—and she’s making sure everyone knows it. The reigning WNBA Most Improved Player is clocking in serious overtime, dropping cryptic Instagram captions, and fueling the rumor mill for the much-anticipated Unrivaled league.
Carrington’s 2 a.m. Grind Sesh: Legends Aren’t Built on Snooze Buttons
While most of us were contemplating whether it’s too late for a midnight snack, Carrington was out there turning sweat into equity. Sporting her Connecticut Sun gear, the blonde-bombshell guard hit the gym for a no-nonsense workout late Wednesday night. And because she’s DiJonai Carrington, she immortalized the moment with an iconic selfie—water bottle in one hand, her signature headband in place, and just enough intensity in her eyes to make you question your own life choices.
Her caption? A mic-drop moment:
“Unrivaled teams announced tomorrow!!! Y’all ready???”
(Am I ready? DiJonai, I still haven’t mentally recovered from last season’s playoffs!)
And that wasn’t all. Pro basketball skills trainer Justin Razooky added fuel to the fire with a video of Carrington hitting a picture-perfect three-pointer. The timestamp? 2:45 a.m. Yes, while the rest of us were curled up in bed, she was out here “workin’ while they sleep so we can live how they dreaminnnnn.” Motivation level: off the charts.
Unrivaled League: Where Hype Meets Hoops
Carrington’s grind is all about staying sharp for the debut of the Unrivaled 3×3 basketball league, set to kick off in January in Miami. Founded by WNBA heavyweights Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier, the league promises elite talent and high-octane games.
So far, 34 of the 36 spots have been filled, and the internet is spiraling over the potential final two picks. A’ja Wilson and Caitlin Clark, anyone? Talk about basketball royalty.
When MIP Stands for “Most Iconic Party”
But don’t let her late-night gym escapades fool you—Carrington knows how to party. Over the weekend, the 26-year-old celebrated her Most Improved Player award with a glam night out in San Diego. Dressed in all black and accessorized with a silver handbag, she looked like she just walked out of a GQ shoot.
Carrington shared her joy on Instagram, writing, “Awwwwww my friends! They planned a night to celebrate my awards this season 🥺❤️” alongside a string of pictures featuring “MIP” balloons and enough flair to light up an arena.
Of course, she couldn’t resist a nod to rapper Moneybagg Yo, captioning one photo:
“Face card bussin, middle part bussin or whatever Moneybagg said.”
Translation? She’s winning on and off the court.
From Most Improved to Most Inspirational
Carrington’s transformation this season was nothing short of electric. She averaged career-highs of 12.7 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 1.56 steals per game—an emphatic leap from her 2023 stats. Her hard work didn’t just earn her a trophy; it solidified her place as one of the WNBA’s most dynamic talents.
As the Unrivaled league prepares to unveil its final roster, Carrington’s fans (and skeptics) are watching closely. One thing’s for sure: whether it’s on the court, in the gym, or at an awards party, DiJonai Carrington doesn’t miss.
So, “Y’all ready?” The better question might be, is anyone ready for Carrington’s takeover?