Career Timeline of NaLyssa Smith: Major Achievements and Milestones

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how NaLyssa Smith made an impact.

NaLyssa Smith is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Las Vegas Aces in the WNBA. She's a former college basketball star at Baylor University, where she won the NCAA Division I Championship in 2019 and received the Wade Trophy in 2021. Smith was drafted second overall by the Indiana Fever in the 2022 WNBA draft before being traded to Las Vegas. Her career highlights showcase her skill and potential in professional basketball.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2019: NCAA Division I Championship

In 2019, NaLyssa Smith and Baylor won the NCAA Division I Championship.

April 11, 2022: Drafted by Indiana Fever

On April 11, 2022, NaLyssa Smith was drafted second overall by the Indiana Fever in the WNBA draft. She was later selected to the WNBA All-Rookie Team.

2022: WNBA Draft

In 2022, NaLyssa Smith was drafted second overall by the Indiana Fever in the WNBA draft.

August 30, 2023: Signed with Galatasaray

On August 30, 2023, NaLyssa Smith signed with Galatasaray of the Turkish Women's Basketball Super League (TKBL).

2024: Signed with Zhejiang Golden Bulls

In 2024, NaLyssa Smith signed with the Zhejiang Golden Bulls of the Women's Chinese Basketball Association.

January 31, 2025: Trade to Dallas Wings Announced

On January 31, 2025, it was reported that NaLyssa Smith and the 8th pick in the 2025 WNBA draft would be traded to the Dallas Wings as part of a three-way deal.