Back in the Valkyries’ starting lineup after missing multiple games with a nose injury, Hayes took another hit to the area during the fourth quarter of Sunday’s game. The veteran guard was injured in a scramble for a loose ball with Minnesota’s Natisha Hiedeman, exiting the game immediately. While Cecilia Zandalasini replaced Hayes at that moment, Stephanie Talbot was the most recent replacement in the starting lineup when the Valkyries were without Hayes. Both players will be of greater importance if Hayes has to miss time.

The Sparks lost their third straight game on Sunday despite an incredible effort from Sims that resulted in her season-high in points. The veteran guard got going early with a 14-point opening quarter, before a more subtle final three quarters led her past the 30-point mark. Sims has started all eight of the Sparks games this season and is averaging 15.0 points over her last five games, scoring in double figures in four of the five. She figures to remain an important part of the Sparks’ rotation moving forward, despite the team’s 2-6 record.

Sabally put together another impressive line to get Phoenix back in the win column on Sunday. Despite inefficient shooting, she finished with a team-high in points and registered her fifth game of at least 20 points while logging a season-high in steals. The veteran forward’s debut season with the Mercury has been a productive one, as a larger role has led to increased scoring. Her scoring and overall offensive production are certainly needed with Alyssa Thomas missing time due to a calf injury. She’ll continue to serve both her team and fantasy managers well amidst her career-best scoring season.

Wilson did not have her best afternoon shooting-wise, but field goal percentage is not a scoring category in default ESPN fantasy leagues. Managers undoubtedly benefited from her overall stat line, which included three steals and four blocked shots. Over her last two games, the three-time MVP has recorded six steals and seven blocked shots. Wilson boasted the No. 1 ADP before the season began, and with good reason. Even on days when she isn’t shooting as well as she can, Wilson will manage to offer elite value to those who have her rostered.

The Sky put together back-to-back wins for the first time this season, thanks in large part to Atkins, who led the team in scoring while setting a new season-high in the process. The veteran guard’s nine-point opening quarter set the stage for a big game, before an 11-point fourth quarter was the appropriate closing. Atkins’ season-high in steals was also massive on Saturday, but her recent resurgence as a scorer following a slow start to the season is good news for fantasy managers. She recorded her third straight game of at least 17 points and appears to be trending in the right direction.

Not only will Thomas miss a second straight game with a calf injury, but she also did not travel with the team to Los Angeles. Kitija Laksa started Friday’s loss to the Lynx and will likely retain that role, but Lexi Held saw her playing time increase due to Thomas’ absence.

As the Dream continues to roll, so does Howard, who is establishing herself in her fourth season to be one of the most versatile guards in the league, as shown in a stat sheet-stuffing outing against the Storm. She logged her first 30-point game of the season and tallied at least five rebounds and five assists in the same game for the third time over the last four games. Additionally, she showed her defensive strengths by recording her fifth straight game with at least one block and steal. Not only has Howard been important for the Dream, but she’s also been a big contributor in fantasy leagues.

Due to Alyssa Thomas (calf) not being available, the Mercury required more production from Sabally on Friday. She answered the call, finishing a three-pointer shy of a complete stat line while shooting 50 percent from the field. While the point total was one less than her high as a member of the Mercury, Sabally recorded her first double-double since joining the team this offseason. Even when Thomas has been healthy, Sabally has been a fantasy standout thus far, and there’s no need for managers to question if she can continue on this path.

Wilson bounced back from a quiet performance vs. the Storm to lead the Aces to a double-digit win on Friday. The reigning MVP’s dominant showing led her to her fourth double-double of the season while tallying at least five assists for the second time this season. She was everywhere on the defensive end, per usual, to round out arguably her best performance of the season, one that delivered the Aces a much-needed win. Wilson and the Aces will head back to Seattle for a chance to redeem themselves on Sunday against a Storm team that recently beat them by 20 points.