Unrivaled Unveils Newest Group Of WNBA Stars Set To Tip Off In January 2026, Including Rookie Sonia Citron

On Tuesday, September 23, Unrivaled basketball announced the next six WNBA stars set to compete in its 3x3 league in Miami this coming January.

The latest crop of talent includes a mix of returning champions and two new signees.

So far, 12 of Unrivaled's 48 players have been announced, with an additional six scheduled to be released tomorrow, September 24.

According to a press release sent to The Blast, the next slate of players confirmed to be joining the 3x3 professional basketball league are:

• Breanna Stewart, New York Liberty, WNBA champion
• Lexie Hull, Indiana Fever
• Azurá Stevens, Los Angeles Sparks
• Jackie Young, Las Vegas Aces
• Sonia Citron, Washington Mystics (new player)
• Veronica Burton, Golden State Valkyries (new player)

Among the list of six players, four are returning, including Hull, who won Unrivaled's first-ever championship in 2025 as part of ROSE BC.

Following the inaugural season, the Indiana Fever guard spoke positively about her experience, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to play alongside the world's best athletes.

“It’s great to get to compete against them every single day," she said. "And then also have five others on your team that I haven’t had the chance to play with before but been really grateful to be able to learn and go through this process with them.”

The success of Unrivaled's first season has paved the way for significant growth in year two, most notably league expansion.

According to a previous report from The Blast, Unrivaled will welcome two additional teams this coming season, Breeze BC and Hive BC.

The addition of the league's two new clubs will add 12 roster spots and create a development player pool of six additional players.

"Expanding a year earlier than planned is a testament to the strong business model we’ve built and the potential Unrivaled has for long-term success," said Luke Cooper, Unrivaled President of Basketball. “We outperformed every goal we set for the league in year one, and with the incredible talent we have returning paired with the influx of new stars, it was a no brainer to add two more clubs this season.”

And the good news for Unrivaled basketball doesn't stop there. Another report from The Blast detailed the organization's monetary success during its first season, revealing that even more partners joined forces with the growing league, bringing its total valuation to $340 million.

In a statement regarding the league's unprecedented growth, the company described it as a "historic figure for a young league and a milestone reflective of the bold vision, strong performance, and increasing market momentum that defined its inaugural season."

In early September 2025, it was revealed that companies, such as Warner Bros. Discovery and Alex Morgan's Trybe Ventures, were doubling down on their investments with the league.

Joining them were Trae Young of the Atlanta Hawks, Darryll and Sylvia Pines, Sam Rapoport, Franz Wagner of the Orlando Magic, Moritz Wagner of the Orlando Magic, and Next Legacy Partners.

"We're continuing to align with partners who elevate our league and accelerate our strategic growth. With Bessemer Venture Partners leading this round, Unrivaled is in an unprecedented position for a new sports league," Unrivaled President Alex Bazzell said.

"Bessemer's world-class leadership, combined with the collective influence of our entire investor group, amplifies our mission and pushes the industry forward. This rise in Unrivaled's valuation reflects investor confidence and proves that athlete-driven models can thrive at the highest levels of business."

Unrivaled's impressive performance throughout its inaugural 2025 season far exceeded expectations, allowing the league to accelerate its growth.

Some of the revenue will be allocated toward expanding the venue space in Miami, adding an additional 15,000 square feet for player facilities, including a practice court and 150 seats in the game arena. Players will continue to receive minimum six-figure salaries and equity in the league, depending on their contract.

On Monday, September 22, the first six players for Unrivaled's second season were announced. They are:

• Alyssa Thomas, Phoenix Mercury
• Rickea Jackson, Los Angeles Sparks
• Satou Sabally, Phoenix Mercury
• Paige Bueckers, Dallas Wings
• Saniya Rivers, Connecticut Sun
• Erica Wheeler, Seattle Storm