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Makayla Timpson

Makayla Timpson is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Indiana Fever in the WNBA. She gained recognition while playing college basketball at Florida State University before entering the professional league.


September 20, 2002: Makayla Timpson's Birth

On September 20, 2002, Makayla Timpson, the American professional basketball player, was born.

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2021: Freshman Year

During the 2021-22 season, Makayla Timpson appeared in all 31 games with one start, averaging 6.6 points and 3.6 rebounds per game in her freshman year.

2022: Sophomore Year Achievements

During the 2022-23 season, Makayla Timpson started all 33 games, averaging 13.2 points, 8.8 rebounds, and 2.1 blocks per game. Following the 2022-23 season, she was named to the ACC All-Defensive team, All-ACC second team, and ACC Most Improved Player.

2023: Junior Year Success

During the 2023-24 season, Makayla Timpson started all 34 games and averaged a double-double of 14.3 points, 10.0 rebounds, and 2.5 blocks per game. She set single-season program records in rebounds (341), blocked shots (87) and double-doubles (18). Following the 2023-24 season, she was named to the ACC All-Defensive team, and an All-ACC first team honoree.

2024: Senior Year

During the 2024-25 season, Makayla Timpson started all 33 games and averaged a double-double of 17.5 points, 10.6 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 3.1 blocks per game.

February 9, 2025: 1,000 Career Rebounds

On February 9, 2025, in a game against NC State, Makayla Timpson recorded nine rebounds to become the third player in program history to surpass 1,000 career rebounds, following Sue Galkantas and Natasha Howard.

April 14, 2025: Drafted into WNBA

On April 14, 2025, Makayla Timpson was drafted in the second round, 19th overall, by the Indiana Fever in the 2025 WNBA draft.