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Dream's Paopao on growing into a leadership role

June 17, 2026 03:25 PM

Natalie Esquire chats with Te-Hina Paopao about her second season with the Atlanta Dream, including how she wants to improve her defense, what kind of leadership she has to offer and building chemistry with Angel Reese.

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