ATL Standard

The Atlanta Dream announced the signing of veteran guard Shatori Walker-Kimbrough. Walker-Kimbrough joins the team after a standout 2024 season where she finished third in Sixth Player of the Year voting.

During her recent season, Walker-Kimbrough averaged a career-high 7.5 points per game, with 1.9 assists and 1.7 rebounds, contributing significantly off the bench. Her performance also included leading all WNBA reserves in total points scored and steals among bench players.

Drafted sixth overall by the Washington Mystics in 2017, Walker-Kimbrough made an immediate impact as an All-Rookie Team selection and played a key role in the Mystics’ 2019 championship victory.

"Shatori is a proven competitor who brings energy, versatility, and a winning mentality to our team,” said General Manager Dan Padover. “She continues to elevate her game each season, and her ability to contribute on both ends of the floor will be a huge asset moving forward.”

Walker-Kimbrough had an impressive collegiate career at the University of Maryland, earning All-Big Ten First Team honors three times and setting records for three-point shooting percentage.

“I take a lot of pride in doing the little things that help a team win—knocking down shots, locking in on defense, bringing energy every single day,” said Walker-Kimbrough. “Atlanta plays with toughness and grit, and that’s the kind of environment where I thrive."

Head Coach Karl Smesko expressed his enthusiasm about coaching Walker-Kimbrough: “Shatori is the kind of player every coach loves to have—someone who plays with toughness, passion, and a team-first mindset.”

The Atlanta Dream has been part of the WNBA since 2008 and is known for its strong presence in women's basketball.