Not to anybody’s surprise, Rhyne Howard is having a historic rookie season.
The 6-foot-2 combo-guard is the heavy favorite to win WNBA Rookie of the Year. Moreover, many fans expect Howard to appear in the WNBA All-Star Game. Earlier this month, the WNBA revealed that Howard received the 11th-most votes of any player in the league.
How Rhyne Howard compares to her rookie class
Howard’s hype isn’t unwarranted. The Kentucky legend is averaging 16.3 points, 4.1 rebounds and 2.6 assists per game. Howard’s competition isn’t exactly close, either.