What happened: Alyssa Thomas recorded her first steal of the game to move past Taj McWilliams-Franklin into 13th place on the WNBA's all-time steals list. The milestone adds to Thomas's long-standing reputation as one of the league's most disruptive two-way forwards.

Why it matters: Steals are the connective tissue of Thomas's game, fueling the transition offense and playmaking that have defined her career. Passing a veteran like McWilliams-Franklin underscores Thomas's durability and consistency near the top of the league's defensive leaderboards.

What to watch: Watch where Thomas lands on the all-time list as the 2026 regular season continues and the next name above her comes into range.