Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Monique Billings

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Monique Billings made an impact.

Monique Billings is an American professional basketball player currently with the Indiana Fever in the WNBA and the Hive of Unrivaled. She was drafted 15th overall by the Atlanta Dream in 2018 after a college career with the UCLA Bruins. As a child, she attended Saint Edward Catholic School.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2014: United States National Team Under-18 trials invite

In 2014, Monique Billings received an invite to the United States National Team Under-18 trials, recognizing her talent and potential at a national level.

2018: Played for Asan Woori Bank Wibee

After the 2018 WNBA season, Monique Billings played for the Asan Woori Bank Wibee of the Women's Korean Basketball League, showcasing her talent internationally.

2018: Drafted by the Atlanta Dream

In 2018, Monique Billings was drafted in the second round by the Atlanta Dream of the WNBA, marking the start of her professional career.

2018: Drafted into WNBA

In 2018, Monique Billings was selected 15th overall by the Atlanta Dream in the WNBA draft, marking a significant step in her professional basketball career.

February 2024: Waived by the Los Angeles Sparks

In February 2024, Monique Billings signed with the Los Angeles Sparks but was later waived during the training camp, preventing her from joining the team for the season.

August 18, 2024: Signed a 7-Day Contract with the Phoenix Mercury

On August 18, 2024, Monique Billings signed a 7-Day Contract with the Phoenix Mercury, providing her with a short-term opportunity in the WNBA.

August 25, 2024: Signed a rest-of-season contract with the Mercury

On August 25, 2024, Monique Billings signed a rest-of-season contract with the Phoenix Mercury, securing her place on the team for the remainder of the WNBA season.

December 6, 2024: Selected by the Golden State Valkyries

On December 6, 2024, Monique Billings was selected by the Golden State Valkyries from the Phoenix Mercury's roster in the 2024 WNBA expansion draft.

November 5, 2025: Drafted by Hive BC

On November 5, 2025, Monique Billings was drafted by Hive BC for the 2026 Unrivaled season.

2025: Signed with Fenerbahçe

In 2025, Monique Billings signed a short-term contract with Fenerbahçe of the Turkish Super League for the 2025–26 season, further expanding her international career.

March 12, 2026: Debut United States senior team start

On March 12, 2026, Monique Billings made her debut United States senior team start, featuring in a 91–48 win over Puerto Rico in the FIBA World Cup qualification tournament in San Juan, Puerto Rico.