DiJonai Carrington is many things: the 2024 WNBA Most Improved Player, a Connecticut Sun sensation, and now, sadly, a heartbroken granddaughter. The star guard recently shared a heartfelt tribute to her grandfather, who passed away, leaving her fans teary-eyed and reflective. But in true sports fashion, the drama didn’t stop there.
Carrington took to social media to pen a touching farewell to her biggest fan, sharing a collage of photos that tugged at the heartstrings. Her late grandfather, often decked out in Connecticut Sun jerseys, radiated pride and joy for his granddaughter. In her post, Carrington included a loving final message exchange with him.
“I’m glad to know you are thinking about me. I think about you every day. I love you ❤️,” her grandfather wrote in what would become his lasting words to her.
Carrington poured her heart out in a raw, emotional caption. “He fought so hard and through so much pain. My only solace is knowin’ that he can now rest in peace with grandma and the Lord,” she wrote. “I’ll never have the right words to express what he means to me. Really my guy fr. & never missed a game in PHX from a kid to the WNBA.”
Carrington promised to carry on his legacy, ending her tribute with, “My heart is just broken, everything is broken. But I know God is a God of love, and I have to hold onto that.”
While the world collectively reached for tissues, another subplot brewed in the WNBA drama department—courtesy of the Indiana Fever.
Indiana Fever Shades Carrington: A Petty Plot Twist
The Indiana Fever couldn’t resist a sly dig at Carrington, reigniting an old rivalry. Flashback to last season: Carrington fouled Caitlin Clark and then mocked her, earning herself villain status in Indiana. Fast forward to now, the Fever’s social media team came out swinging with an animation post on X (formerly Twitter).
The clip, which has since gone viral, showcases Aliyah Boston blocking a Carrington layup with the kind of savagery that could send basketballs into orbit. Subtlety? Not on the menu.
Naturally, Fever fans ate it up, with comments ranging from “That’s the energy we need, Boston!” to “Petty game strong, Fever admin!” The WNBA offseason may be in full swing, but it seems rivalries have no expiration date.
The Legacy of DiJonai Carrington
Despite the social media shade, Carrington’s 2024 campaign was undeniably her best yet. Averaging 12.6 points and 5.0 rebounds per game, she cemented her place among the league’s elite guards. Her defensive prowess earned her a spot on the All-Defensive First Team, proving she’s more than capable of taking hits—both on the court and online.
With her emotional tribute and Indiana’s spicy antics making headlines, Carrington is once again at the center of WNBA discourse. Whether you’re here for the feels or the drama, one thing’s certain: DiJonai Carrington knows how to stay in the spotlight—on and off the hardwood.
And as for her late grandfather? One can only imagine he’s watching from above, likely shaking his head at the Fever’s pettiness but cheering just as loudly for his granddaughter. Because some fans, unlike rival teams, know the true meaning of loyalty.