Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Makayla Timpson of the Fever, the 19th overall pick in 2025, talks with Pat Boylan at the team's 2026 draft party for MVP season-ticket holders on April 13, 2026. It was held in the entry pavilion of Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Timpson talks about her journey with the Fever, reflecting on a resilient playoff run that nearly reached the Finals despite injuries and adversity. She touches on the team’s chemistry and belief during that stretch, emphasizing how staying together and trusting one another fueled their success.

She also shares insight into:
- Learning her role as a rookie and being a sponge
- The impact of Caitlin Clark on the team & the league
- Re-signing Kelsey Mitchell
- Aliyah Boston’s presence and elite footwork
- The growing momentum of women’s basketball and the new CBA

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