What happened: Cunningham is averaging 8.3 points while shooting a 9% from the field. Her 43.4% three-point rate ranks second in the WNBA.
Why it matters: The production gives Cunningham a measurable case for Sixth Player of the Year. Her scoring efficiency has made her campaign more than a ceremonial push.
By the numbers: 2026: 39 games, 8.3 PPG, 46.9 FG%, 43.4 3P%, 17 double-figure games.
What to watch: The award race will turn on how Cunningham's efficiency and bench impact hold through the season's finish.