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Leite, Carleton make strong cases for MIP award

June 10, 2026 12:49 PM

Jay Croucher and Trysta Krick discuss the WNBA Most Improved Player race, explaining why Fire's Carla Leite and Bridget Carleton, among other Portland standouts have emerged as frontrunners.

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