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Sees three minutes in win Okot posted two points (1-1 FG) and two rebounds in three minutes during Wednesday's 83-65 win over the Liberty.

Impact Okot returned to the court after being held out of Atlanta's previous game and made her lone field-goal attempt during a brief stint. The rookie center finished the regular season averaging 5.7 points and 3.6 rebounds per game despite seeing her role shrink considerably down the stretch.

SEPTEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Kenya's President William Ruto attends Atlanta Dream win to watch Madina Okot play

Madina Okot had a special guest at the Atlanta Dream’s win over the New York Liberty as William Ruto, the President of Kenya, was in attendance sitting courtside

SEPTEMBER 24 • Associated Press

Sees one minute in win Okot notched no counting stats in one minute during Sunday's 89-81 win over the Lynx.

Impact Okot made late cameo for the Dream in this win. She's no stranger to minor workloads and doesn't have any fantasy appeal.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Madina Okot provides Dream with an edge they must take full advantage of Even from the bench, Madina Okot is proving to be a crucial part of the Atlanta Dream's rotation.

AUGUST 21 • HIGHPOSTHOOPS.COM

Six points off bench Okot finished with six points (2-3 FG, 2-2 FT) and one assist across eight minutes during Tuesday's 97-82 win over the Aces.

Impact Despite Brionna Jones' (leg) absence, Okot doesn't appear to be handling a more consistent role at center. She did collect seven boards in back-to-back games prior to Tuesday, so Okot at least remains worth keeping tabs on until Jones returns.

AUGUST 19 • ROTOWIRE

Sees 16 minutes in win Okot ended with four points (2-5 FG) and seven rebounds across 16 minutes during Thursday's 104-69 victory over Connecticut.

Impact Okot continues to see scraps off the Dream bench. Unless there are some changes to the rotation, Okot will be an inconsistent source of fantasy production.

AUGUST 14 • ROTOWIRE

Dream Coach Highlights Madina Okot's 'All-Star and Above' Potential After Clutch Win Madina Okot stepped up big when Angel Reese went down with an injury and helped the Dream clinch a two-point win.

JULY 20 • SI.COM

Produces 14 points in 11 minutes Okot rolled up 14 points (6-8 FG, 2-2 FT), four rebounds and one block in 11 minutes in Sunday's 93-91 victory over the Sky.

Impact The rookie center made a spot start last weekend with Angel Reese out with a leg injury, but the star forward has played the past three games, pushing Okot back to the bench. Reese left Sunday's game late in the fourth quarter after her knee buckled, so it's uncertain if she'll be forced to miss additional time. If so, Okot could be plugged back into the starting five.

JULY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Dream beat Sky 93-91 on Canada's layup at buzzer after losing star Angel Reese to knee injury

Jordin Canada made a layup at the buzzer and the Atlanta Dream bounced back after squandering a 22-point lead and losing star Angel Reese due to a knee injury, beating the Chicago...

JULY 19 • Associated Press

Won't start Monday Okot won't start Monday's game against the Sparks.

Impact The rookie center will slide to the second unit after getting the spot start in Saturday's loss to Portland with Angel Reese sidelined by a leg issue. Okot has averaged 8.6 points and 3.6 rebounds in 11.4 minutes per game over her last five appearances off the bench.

JULY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Strong marks in Saturday's loss Okot accumulated 19 points (7-14 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 5-5 FT), eight rebounds and one block over 22 minutes in Saturday's 102-92 loss to Portland.

Impact With Angel Reese (leg) inactive, Okot made her second start of the season and delivered a season-high 19-point performance. Her eight rebounds matched Naz Hillmon for the team lead Saturday. Okot is averaging 6.2 points and 3.8 rebounds in 10.1 minutes per contest across 23 appearances this season and figures to continue seeing increased playing time if Reese is forced to miss more time.

JULY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Fire put 7 in double figures in 102-92 win over Dream, who play without injured Reese

Megan Gustafson scored 17 points, two others had double-doubles and the Portland Fire held off the Atlanta Dream, who were without All-Star Angel Reese, 102-92 on Saturday

JULY 11 • Associated Press

Starting sans Reese Okot will start Saturday's game against the Fire, Kevin Chouinard of Hawks.com reports.

Impact With Angel Reese (leg) joining Brionna Jones (knee) on the inactive list, Okot will enter the starting five. In her lone start during the June 27 loss to Seattle, the rookie center posted six points and five rebounds in 11 minutes.

JULY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Sees nine minutes in win Okot finished Thursday's 89-78 victory over the Storm with five points (2-5 FG, 1-2 FT), six rebounds and one steal across nine minutes.

Impact Okot once again received scraps off the Atlanta bench. Through 22 appearances this season, she's averaging 9.5 minutes per contest.

JULY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Valkyries complete season sweep of Dream with 88-83 victory

Veronica Burton scored 21 points and Gabby Williams had 14 of her 19 points in the second half to help the Golden State Valkyries complete a season sweep of the Atlanta Dream with...

JULY 4 • Associated Press

Not starting Thursday Okot isn't listed in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against Washington.

Impact Okot started in Saturday's 105-90 loss to Seattle, finishing with six points and five rebounds in 11 minutes. However, she will head back to the bench Thursday, with Sika Kone moving into the starting lineup.

JULY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Entering starting five Saturday Okot is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Seattle.

Impact With Naz Hillmon (rest) inactive, Okot will make her first career start. The rookie has seen increased opportunities and performed well of late, averaging 13.7 points, 4.7 rebounds and 1.0 blocks in 16.0 minutes per contest over the past three games.

JUNE 28 • ROTOWIRE

Leads Atlanta in scoring Wednesday Okot contributed 16 points (7-9 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 1-1 FT), five rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal over 19 minutes during Wednesday's 77-66 loss to Golden State.

Impact Following a stretch in which she played single-digit minutes in five consecutive appearances, Okot's role has increased significantly over her last two outings. She's shot 77.8 percent from the floor during that time while averaging 17.0 points and 6.0 rebounds in 18.5 minutes per game. While it's not yet clear whether her increased usage will continue, she's made the most of her increased playing time with a pair of efficient performances.

JUNE 25 • ROTOWIRE

Golden State faces Atlanta after Williams' 23-point performance

Golden State plays the Atlanta Dream after Gabby Williams scored 23 points in the Golden State Valkyries' 77-66 victory over the Atlanta Dream

JUNE 25 • Associated Press

Records career-high 18 points Okot finished with 18 points (7-9 FG, 4-5 FT) and seven rebounds across 18 minutes in Monday's 94-87 victory over the Tempo.

Impact Okot had six points combined in her last five regular-season appearances heading into Monday's meeting with Toronto. However, the rookie responded by scoring a career-high 18 points while falling three rebounds short of her first double-double.

JUNE 23 • ROTOWIRE

Rhyne Howard scores 20, Allisha Gray and Madina Okot each add 18 as the Dream beat Tempo 94-87

Rhyne Howard scored 20 points, Allisha Gray and rookie Madina Okot each added 18, and the Atlanta Dream beat the Toronto Tempo 94-87 for their fourth straight victory

JUNE 23 • Associated Press

Logs two rebounds Okot totaled zero points (0-1 FG) and two rebounds in five minutes during Tuesday's 82-75 victory over the Sky.

Impact As long as Angel Reese is healthy, Okot is likely to continue struggling for playing time as the backup center. Okot has averaged 4.6 points, 3.6 rebounds and 0.3 steals in 9.4 minutes per tilt over 11 games this season.

JUNE 10 • ROTOWIRE

Angel Reese could be key to making Dream's bold Madina Okot vision reality Madina Okot credited Angel Reese with filling her with confidence in her rookie season.

JUNE 8 • HIGHPOSTHOOPS.COM

Reese leads Dream to 109-77 win after Mystics coach Johnson ejected, escorted off court by police

Angel Reese had 18 points and a season-high 17 rebounds, Rhyne Howard added 19 points and six steals and Atlanta beat the Washington Mystics 109-77, the Dream’s highest-scoring gam...

JUNE 7 • Associated Press

Logs nine minutes in win Okot closed with two rebounds and one steal across nine minutes during Tuesday's 91-75 victory over Connecticut.

Impact Okot has been a fringe rotation player to open the season for the Dream. Across eight appearances, she's averaging 4.1 points and 3.8 rebounds in 8.8 minutes per contest.

JUNE 3 • ROTOWIRE

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