Exuberant performance by Dominique Malonga in WNBA debut, claims initial points surge, sparking wild audience reaction.
Cracking the Scene:
The buzz around the WNBA has been all about Dominique Malonga, the French sensation, and her jaw-dropping dunks! During a packed arena, the 19-year-old prodigy gave fans a sneak peek of her skills during warm-ups before her much-anticipated debut.
Malonga soared to the skies, slamming the ball with an infectious grin, sending the crowd into a frenzy. The "next Wembanyama", Malonga was already shining bright, even before the clash against the Phoenix Mercury kicked off.
While the crowds and players were eager to witness who'd be posterized by Malonga first, she earned her first WNBA points in a more low-key manner. Skylar Diggins, a six-time All-Star, sent a crisp pass to the post, where Malonga smoothly swept the ball into the net.
As the No. 2 pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, Malonga had inked her name in Seattle's preseason contest. With her dazzling dunk demonstrations during practice leaving her teammates awestruck, expectations for Malonga are sky-high.
Her statistics from her last season with Lyon boasted 15.5 points and 10.3 rebounds per game, coupled with a stint in the 2024 Paris Olympics with the French national team. With Malonga's explosive energy and towering presence, it's no wonder she's commanding attention.
Though her first WNBA game ended in a loss for the Storm (81-59 to the Mercury), Malonga scored just 2 points off 1 out of 2 field goals in her 10-minute stint. But with her incredible athleticism on display, it's only a matter of time before Malonga lights up the WNBA.
Trivia Corner:
- Malonga's first WNBA points were a gentle layup from a pass by Skylar Diggins.
- Fans around the world eagerly await the young center's next big move.
Dominique Malonga, the highly anticipated WNBA rookie, was already showcasing her skills in the 2025 WNBA Draft warm-ups, echoing comparisons to the popular sports prodigy LaMelo Ball.
Despite the tough loss in her initial WNBA game against the Phoenix Mercury, Malonga remains a promising figure in the world of basketball, with her electrifying moves and towering presence, much like that of a star athlete in any other sports league.
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