Kayla Thornton

WNBA Star

Professional Basketball Player / Forward / New York Liberty

Born: October 20, 1992 | Height: 6'1" (1.85 m)

Athlete Sports Personality

Professional Insight: Kayla Thornton is known for her defensive skills and three-point shooting ability, making her a valuable player in the WNBA.

Career Highlights

1WNBA Career

Drafted by the New York Liberty in 2014.

Played for Dallas Wings (2017-2019) before returning to Liberty.

2International Play

Has played professionally in Israel, Turkey and Australia.

Won Israeli League championship in 2016.

3College Career

Played for UTEP Miners (2010-2014).

Conference USA Player of the Year (2014).

4Achievements

WNBA All-Defensive Second Team (2021).

Set Liberty franchise record for 3-pointers in a game (7).

Professional Insight: Thornton's versatility allows her to play both forward positions, making her a matchup problem for opponents.

1Defensive Specialist

Known for her perimeter defense and ability to guard multiple positions.

Averaged 1.2 steals per game in 2022 season.

2Three-Point Shooting

Career 34.5% three-point shooter in WNBA.

Shot 38.1% from three in 2021 season.

3Energy Player

Brings hustle and intensity off the bench.

Known for offensive rebounding and second-chance points.

1WNBA Averages

6.8 points, 3.5 rebounds, 1.0 assists per game (career).

Played in over 250 WNBA games.

2Best Season

2019 with Dallas: 8.4 ppg, 4.5 rpg in 22 mpg.

Started 27 games that season.

3Playoff Experience

Appeared in 12 playoff games (through 2022).

Averaged 5.8 points in postseason play.

Professional Insight: Thornton's consistent improvement as a three-point shooter has made her an increasingly valuable player in today's WNBA.