Advancing 🔼 With her 2nd made free throw, Skylar Diggins passed Tina Thompson for 7th on the all-time free throws made Via @WNBA on X

What happened: Skylar Diggins moved into sole possession of 7th place on the WNBA's all-time free throws made list, passing Hall of Famer Tina Thompson with her second made free throw of the night. The milestone continues a steady climb up the league's career charts for the veteran guard.

Why it matters: The achievement underscores Diggins' durability and consistency at the line across more than a decade in the league. Passing a foundational star like Thompson, one of the WNBA's original franchise cornerstones, places Diggins firmly among the most productive scorers in league history.

By the numbers: The move to 7th comes just a day after Diggins passed Lisa Leslie for 8th on the same all-time free throws made list, marking back-to-back climbs up the career leaderboard.

What to watch: Watch whether Diggins keeps closing on the next names ahead of her on the all-time free throws made list as the 2026 season continues.

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