In a move that’s shaking up WNBA headlines, the Minnesota Lynx have waived forward Alissa Pili, the Samoan and Alaska Native baller who’s been making waves since her college days at Utah (Lynx Official Release).
It was posted on X last Saturday evening, with the Minnesota Lynx saying, “Thank you, Pili.”
Drafted 8th overall in 2024, Pili brought her trademark power and finesse to Minnesota. Her minutes may have been limited on a veteran-heavy roster, but she still showed flashes of brilliance. Remember her 8-point performance on 4-of-5 shooting in just 10 minutes against the Sparks? Watch the Highlights. Efficiency like that doesn’t lie.
From Utah Superstar to Pro Trailblazer
Before joining the league, Pili was an absolute force at Utah:
- 21.4 PPG, 55% FG, 40% 3PT her senior year
- Pac-12 Player of the Year honors
- Career mixtape:
But Pili’s legacy isn’t just about stats—it’s about impact. As one of the few Polynesian and Indigenous Alaskan athletes in pro hoops, she’s inspiring a generation of Islander kids to dream bigger.
What’s Next?
Now on waivers, Pili’s future is wide open:
- Another WNBA squad?
- Overseas for big minutes?
- Or dominating in Athletes Unlimited?
Wherever she lands she will be a great asset to the organization.
