Rhyne Howard reflects on brother's influence during Finals run

2022 top pick earned All-Defensive First Team honors

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 33m1 min read

From following in her big brother’s footsteps to chasing a WNBA championship 🥹❤️ Rhyne Howard reflects on her childhood Via @WNBA on X

What happened: Rhyne Howard credited following her older brother for shaping her childhood game. She described their bond and said winning a championship would fulfill what her younger self worked toward.

Why it matters: The title chase carries weight with the franchise one win from its first Finals since 2013. Howard's two-way role has anchored the postseason push following All-Defensive First Team recognition.

By the numbers: 2022 No. Named to 2026 All-Defensive First Team.

What to watch: Game 3 of the 2026 WNBA Finals is set for Wednesday night in Atlanta. Howard remains central as the series moves forward.

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@WNBA 2026-10-21T16:36:33.872635+00:00

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