The regular season in the WNBA has concluded, with six French players from the Golden State Valkyries and New York Liberty advancing to the playoffs, which will begin this Sunday. These players include Gabby Williams, Janelle Salaün, Aminata Gueye, Pauline Astier, Marine Johannès, and Marine Fauthoux. Their presence highlights the growing influence of French basketball talent in the league. Dominique Malonga, a 20-year-old center for the Seattle Storm, was the second pick in the 2025 draft and was selected for the All-Star Game, where she recorded a double-double, becoming the youngest player in WNBA history to achieve this feat. Despite missing eight games due to the concussion protocol, she led the Storm in scoring, rebounding, and blocks. However, her team finished last in the league. She prefers the winter 3x3 Unrivaled league, which features shorter, faster games. Carla Leite, a 22-year-old guard for the Portland Fire, was drafted in 2024 by Dallas and joined Golden State during the 2025 expansion draft before moving to Portland in the 2026 expansion draft. She is the best player for the Fire this season, leading in points and assists. She made her debut with the French national team during the World Cup, showcasing her growing international profile. Gabby Williams, a 30-year-old forward for the Golden State Valkyries, is considered the best French basketball player of all time. She is a second-time All-Star in the WNBA and a defensive specialist, ranking fourth in the league. She is also a favorite for the Defensive Player of the Year award. Her performance was a key factor in the Valkyries' second-place finish in the regular season. Janelle Salaün, a 25-year-old forward for the Golden State Valkyries, is the second leading scorer for the Valkyries after Gabby Williams. Her three-point shooting is a model of its kind, and she attempts 6.2 per game, placing her in the top 10 of the WNBA. Her shooting accuracy has become a crucial element of the Valkyries' attack, and she is a serious contender for the Sixth Woman of the Year award. Leila Lacan, a 22-year-old guard for the Connecticut Sun, was the MVP of La Boulangère Wonderligue, the championship final, and the French Cup, as well as the best young player and in the best five of the Euroleague. She is the third leading scorer of the Sun and played the most minutes, making the most assists and steals. She took a break in September to play in the World Cup and is expected to join Fenerbahçe this season.