Holly Winterburn - WNBA News, Rumors, & Updates

Ruled out Tuesday Winterburn (back) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against Golden State.

Impact Winterburn will be held out of Portland's season finale due to a back injury, and she'll finish the 2026 campaign having averaged 4.0 points, 1.8 assists and 1.4 rebounds across 11.2 minutes per game in 29 regular-season appearances (one start). She signed a developmental deal with the Fire on May 13 before being converted to a standard contract later that month. The 25-year-old guard is set to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Tuesday Winterburn (back) is questionable for Tuesday's game versus the Valkyries.

Impact Winterburn missed Sunday's 105-84 defeat to the Sparks, but there's a chance she'll be able to get back out there for Portland's regular-season finale. Winterburn is averaging 4.0 points and 1.8 assists per game this season.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Winterburn is out for Sunday's game against the Sparks due to lower back spasms.

Impact Winterburn will miss her first game since July 18 due to back spasms. Jordan Harrison (ankle, questionable) and Charisma Osborne are candidates for extra minutes in Winterburn's absence.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Strong effort in loss Winterburn accumulated 18 points (4-8 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 8-8 FT), three rebounds, two assists and two steals over 22 minutes during Thursday's 94-91 loss to Phoenix.

Impact Winterburn provided a huge lift off the bench and finished two points shy of her career-best mark. She could see an expanded role in Portland's final three games of the campaign if Thursday was any indication.

SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Ciezki has 22 points in the Mercury's 94-91 victory over the Fire

Shay Ciezki had 22 points off the bench and the Phoenix Mercury rallied in the fourth quarter for a 94-91 victory over the Portland Fire on Thursday night in the teams’ first game...

SEPTEMBER 18 • Associated Press

Struggles in Sunday's loss Winterburn ended Sunday's 86-69 loss to Golden State with two points (1-4 FG, 0-2 3Pt), one rebound, one assist and one steal over 19 minutes.

Impact Winterburn saw increased burn in Carla Leite's (overseas obligation) absence, though the former failed to take full advantage of the opportunity. Winterburn struggled with efficiency and scored single-digit points for the fifth time in her last six games. During that span, she has averaged 3.5 points, 1.7 rebounds and 1.0 assists across 12.7 minutes per game.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Paces bench in win Winterburn closed Friday's 101-83 victory over the Dream with 11 points (4-7 FG, 3-6 3Pt), two rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal across 13 minutes.

Impact After going scoreless across seven minutes in Tuesday's loss to Dallas, Winterburn saw a bump in minutes and bounced back Friday. The 25-year-old guard led Portland's bench in scoring, posting double-digit points for the first time since Aug. 14. She has averaged 3.8 points, 1.8 rebounds and 1.0 assists in 11.4 minutes per showing over her last five appearances.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Carla Leite and Emily Engstler help Fire stop Dream's 4-game win streak with 101-83 victory

Carla Leite scored 26 points, Emily Engstler added a career-high 25 and the Portland Fire beat playoff-bound Atlanta 101-83, ending the Dream’s four-game winning streak

AUGUST 29 • Associated Press

Registers four points versus Tempo Winterburn registered four points (1-3 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and one assist over 10 minutes during Friday's 82-79 loss to Toronto.

Impact After erupting for a career-high 20 points in the 84-82 win over Minnesota on Aug. 14, Winterburn has now combined for six points in her last two appearances. The 25-year-old has logged at least 10 minutes in eight of her last nine games. However, she hasn't had a productive 2026 campaign overall, averaging just 3.3 points, 1.1 rebounds and 1.9 assists across 9.9 minutes in 23 regular-season games.

AUGUST 22 • ROTOWIRE

Winterburn leads Portland against Phoenix after 20-point showing

Portland plays the Phoenix Mercury after Holly Winterburn scored 20 points in the Fire's 84-82 victory against the Seattle Storm

AUGUST 15 • Associated Press

Deadspin | Holly Winterburn's career night leads Fire over Storm Deadspin | Holly Winterburn's career night leads Fire over Storm

AUGUST 15 • DEADSPIN.COM

Portland Fire vs. Seattle Storm | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | August 14, 2026

AUGUST 15 • YOUTUBE

Holly Winterburn scores season-high 20 and the Fire build early lead before holding off Storm 84-82

Holly Winterburn scored 18 of her career-high 20 points in the first half, Bridget Carleton had 14 points and nine rebounds, and the Portland Fire beat the Seattle Storm 84-82 to s...

AUGUST 15 • Associated Press

Erupts for 20 points in win Winterburn closed with 20 points (8-14 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), seven rebounds, five assists and three steals across 21 minutes off the bench in Friday's 84-82 win over the Storm.

Impact Winterburn torched the nets early in this one, dropping 16 points in five minutes during the first quarter. The rookie guard finished with double-digit points for the first time in her career, matching the game-high mark. The 25-year-old turned in a productive performance across the board, finishing third on the club in rebounds, second in assists and pacing all players with a career-best three steals. Winterburn has logged double-digit minutes in six of her last seven appearances and will likely continue competing with Teja Oblak and Jordan Harrison for playing time.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

Four points in loss Winterburn produced four points (2-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt), two rebounds and one steal in nine minutes during Wednesday's 85-81 loss to the Lynx.

Impact Fantasy managers can probably find more consistent options than Winterburn on waiver wires. She hasn't produced more than four points in a game since scoring a season-high six May 29.

AUGUST 13 • ROTOWIRE

Another quiet effort Winterburn registered zero points (0-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and three assists in 14 minutes during Tuesday's 98-83 loss to the Aces.

Impact Winterburn remains hard to justify as much of a viable fantasy option. She's exceeded 15 minutes just one time this year, which came way back during the May 29 loss to Atlanta, and Winterburn is yet to surpass six points in any of her 15 appearances so far.

JULY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Not listed on injury report Winterburn (personal) is not listed on the injury report for Wednesday's game versus the Wings.

Impact Winterburn skipped Saturday's 101-93 loss to the Lynx for personal reasons, but it appears she'll be available for Wednesday's game. Winterburn is averaging 2.2 points and 1.5 assists per game this season.

JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Out for personal reasons Winterburn is out for Saturday's game versus Minnesota due to personal reasons.

Impact Winterburn is away from the Fire for at least one contest while attending to a personal matter. Wednesday's matchup with the Wings marks her next chance to rejoin the team. Carla Leite should see an uptick in playing time in the Portland backcourt Saturday.

JULY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Scores three in defeat Winterburn posted three points (1-1 FG, 1-1 3Pt) in three minutes during Thursday's 88-80 loss to Las Vegas.

Impact Winterburn saw limited playing time once again Thursday, but she made her lone field-goal attempt in the narrow loss. She's made five appearances since mid-June, averaging 2.6 points in 5.2 minutes per game.

JULY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Available to play Winterburn (foot) is available for Wednesday's game against the Storm.

Impact Winterburn will continue to play through the foot issue and should be available for minimal minutes with the second unit. Winterburn is averaging 2.0 points and 2.3 assists per game this season.

JUNE 18 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Wednesday Winterburn (foot) is questionable for Wednesday's game against Seattle.

Impact Winterburn is dealing with a right foot sprain, though she was able to play through the injury and log eight minutes off the bench Monday against Minnesota. The guard has seen sporadic playing time this season, averaging 9.4 minutes across seven appearances, so Portland's rotation shouldn't be significantly impacted if she's unavailable Wednesday.

JUNE 17 • ROTOWIRE

Available Monday Winterburn (foot) will play Monday against the Lynx.

Impact Winterburn will be available to take the court Monday if needed, though she hasn't been part of the rotation lately. Her last action dates back to June 2 against Golden State, when she finished with one rebound and one assist in four minutes.

JUNE 15 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to face Minnesota Winterburn (foot) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against Minnesota.

Impact The right foot sprain is a new concern for Winterburn, who hasn't seen the floor in any of the last four games despite being available. Her absence likely wouldn't cause any significant waves in the rotation.

JUNE 14 • ROTOWIRE

Won't start Saturday Winterburn won't start Saturday's game against Indiana.

Impact Winterburn got the starting nod in the front end of this back-to-back set, though she'll slide to the second unit with Bridget Carleton back in the lineup. Winterburn has averaged 2.0 points, 1.7 assists and 1.0 rebounds in 8.0 minutes per contest across three appearances off the bench this season.

MAY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 28 minutes in first WNBA start Winterburn produced six points (3-7 FG, 0-2 3Pt), three rebounds, seven assists and two steals across 28 minutes during Friday's 86-66 loss to Atlanta.

Impact Winterburn was moved into Portland's starting five Friday for the first time this season due to the absence of Bridget Carleton (back). Winterburn proceeded to log a career-high 28 minutes while finishing as the team's leader in assists. She could stay in the Fire's starting five for the second leg of their back-to-back Saturday against the Fever if Carleton is not cleared to play.

MAY 30 • ROTOWIRE

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Ciezki has 22 points in the Mercury's 94-91 victory over the Fire

Carla Leite and Emily Engstler help Fire stop Dream's 4-game win streak with 101-83 victory

Winterburn leads Portland against Phoenix after 20-point showing

Holly Winterburn scores season-high 20 and the Fire build early lead before holding off Storm 84-82