What happened: The selection adds the league rookie honor to her September AP All-Rookie selection. The 2026 top draft pick built her defense-fueled Rookie of the Year case through the postseason push.

Why it matters: The honor formalizes a debut season built on two-way production rather than scoring alone. It locks in an awards baseline that shapes offseason evaluation and second-year expectations.

What to watch: She is set to be recognized Nov. 8 for a college honor, closing the rookie awards cycle.