Te-Hina Paopao Reaches 100 Career Points with the Atlanta Dream — And She’s Just Getting Started
ATLANTA, GA — Former South Carolina star Te-Hina Paopao has officially crossed her first major professional milestone: 100 career points in the WNBA with the Atlanta Dream. The rookie guard, known for her smooth shooting stroke and court vision, continues to turn heads as she carves out her place in the league.
The Dream celebrated the achievement on social media with a bold statement:
“Te-Hina Paopao 100 POINTS MADE! 💥💥 She’s officially hit 100 career points and she’s just getting started.”
From Columbia to Atlanta: A Seamless Transition
Paopao, who transferred to South Carolina for her final collegiate season, played a vital role under Coach Dawn Staley, helping the Gamecocks to an undefeated national championship run in 2024. Known for her leadership, elite three-point shooting, and poise in big moments, she quickly established herself as one of the most consistent guards in the NCAA.
Now in the pros, Paopao has picked up right where she left off—efficient, composed, and fearless.
Early WNBA Success
Though she’s still adjusting to the pace of the WNBA, Paopao has shown flashes of brilliance in Atlanta’s backcourt rotation. Through a limited but promising number of games, she’s averaged solid minutes off the bench, showcasing her ability to hit big shots, control the tempo, and stretch the floor with her shooting.
Most impressively, she’s done it with efficiency and confidence—two things that made her a standout at every level.
Her 100-point mark is not just a statistic—it’s a symbol of a budding career that’s trending upward. With each game, Paopao gains more comfort and command on the court, and Dream fans are starting to see why South Carolina embraced her so quickly.
Coach and Fan Reactions
While no official quotes have been released from Dream head coach Tanisha Wright, the sentiment from fans has been loud and clear: Te-Hina is one to watch.
“She’s just getting warmed up,” one fan tweeted. “100 points down, thousands more to come!”
Back in Columbia, Coach Dawn Staley has continued to cheer on her former players, often reposting major moments and milestones from her former Gamecocks in the W. While she hasn’t publicly commented on Paopao’s 100-point mark yet, it’s safe to say the pride runs deep.
What’s Next?
The WNBA season is heating up, and so is Paopao. As Atlanta continues to battle for position, her growth and minutes will only expand. Whether it’s draining a deep three, making the extra pass, or holding her own defensively, Te-Hina is proving she belongs—and that this is only the beginning.
From Gamecock glory to WNBA promise, Te-Hina Paopao’s first 100 points are in the books. If this start is any indication, the next 1,000 might come even quicker.
