History was made tonight in Atlanta. Former South Carolina Gamecock star Allisha Gray officially etched her name into the record books, becoming the Atlanta Dream’s all-time single-season scoring leader during the team’s matchup against the Dallas Wings.
Gray entered the game within striking distance of the mark, and with her trademark blend of poise, consistency, and scoring versatility, she delivered yet again. Her performance pushed her season total to 728 points and counting, surpassing the legendary Angel McCoughtry, who had long held the previous franchise record.
“This means so much, not just to me but to my teammates and everyone who’s believed in me,” Gray said postgame. “Angel McCoughtry set the standard here, and to even be mentioned in the same breath is humbling. I just wanted to come in every night and do whatever it takes to help this team win.”
The milestone underscores the star guard’s evolution into one of the WNBA’s most consistent and dangerous scorers. Since arriving in Atlanta, Gray has transformed into the centerpiece of the Dream’s offense, combining her ability to score at all three levels with leadership on and off the court.
For South Carolina fans, Gray’s latest achievement is another proud moment in a career filled with milestones. A national champion with the Gamecocks in 2017, she continues to embody the grit and excellence that defined her college years under Dawn Staley.
Atlanta head coach Tanisha Wright praised Gray’s impact, both statistically and beyond the box score:
“Allisha has been the heartbeat of this team. Her ability to step up when we need her most is what separates her. Breaking a record held by someone as great as Angel shows just how special Allisha has been for us this season.”
The record-breaking night also symbolizes a new era for the Dream, with Gray carrying the torch for a franchise determined to rise in the standings. With the postseason in sight, her scoring brilliance could be the key to a deep playoff push.
For now, the spotlight belongs to Allisha Gray — the former Gamecock who keeps rewriting history, one basket at a time.
