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Lisa Leslie

United States · 1997–2009

First woman to dunk in a professional game.

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WNBA titles: 3
MVP awards: 4
Olympic golds: 8
All-Star selections

Career

Leslie was the WNBA's first genuine superstar centre, combining post play with the athleticism to finish above the rim — her 2002 dunk was a milestone the league had been waiting for. She won three MVP awards and four Olympic golds.

Honours

First dunk in a WNBA game, 2002
Two WNBA championships with Los Angeles
Three-time WNBA MVP
Four consecutive Olympic gold medals

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