The Atlanta Dream held another important day of training camp, and one thing is becoming very clear:
Help is on the way — and now it’s here.
With recent roster cuts creating openings, the Dream are bringing in experienced talent to raise the level of competition and solidify the roster heading into the season.
New Faces Make Their Debut
Today marked the first real look at several new additions:
- Holly Winterburn
- Stephanie Jones
- Maite Cazorla
These are not just depth signings — these are players with experience who bring a different level of polish to the roster.
And based on Day 1 impressions?
They’re already making an impact.
Holly Winterburn Steals the Show
If there was a standout from today, it was Holly Winterburn.
She had a phenomenal first day.
Winterburn looked like she fit seamlessly into the system, showing:
- Three-point shooting
- Playmaking
- Ball movement
- Defensive effort
She also had a strong stretch defensively, including solid reps guarding Te-Hina Paopao.
That’s important.
Because defense + shooting + decision-making is exactly what this team has been searching for.
If she continues on this trajectory, Winterburn is making a very strong case to earn a roster spot.
Isobel Borlase Keeps Building Momentum
At this point, it’s no longer a surprise.
Isobel Borlase continues to impress day after day.
Her three-level scoring ability continues to stand out, but what’s really elevating her game is her ability to:
- Create for others
- Make quick decisions
- Play within the flow of the offense
She’s not just scoring — she’s impacting the game in multiple ways.
And she’s doing it consistently.
Sika Koné Continues to Show Value
Sika Koné continues to stack strong performances.
Her impact is clear:
- Physicality
- Defense
- Rebounding
- Energy
But what makes her even more valuable is her versatility.
She gives the Dream options:
- Play inside as a traditional forward
- Slide into wing rotations to relieve pressure
- Allow players like Naz Hillmon and Angel Reese to shift roles
With ongoing questions around wing depth, Koné’s flexibility could be a major asset.
Brionna Jones Showing Positive Signs
One of the most encouraging updates from today involved Brionna Jones.
While she is still working her way back from injury, there were positive signs of progress.
She was seen:
- Shooting
- Moving around
- Participating in light activity
That may not seem like much — but at this stage, it’s a big deal.
It signals that:
There’s light at the end of the tunnel.
Her return will be critical for this team’s frontcourt depth and overall ceiling.
Final Thoughts
Today’s practice reinforced a few key themes:
- The Dream are actively upgrading their roster
- Competition is only getting tougher
- Experience is being added at the right time
- Roles are still being earned — not given
With reinforcements arriving and key players continuing to develop, the Atlanta Dream are entering a crucial phase.
And with each practice…
The picture of this team becomes a little clearer. 🏀🔥