DiJonai Carrington was unhappy in Dallas after being sent back to the bench following her return from injury. “It’s an adjustment,” Carrington said earlier this month. “It was hard for me, just being that the whole point of my coming to Dallas was to expand my role. So, I feel like, not that coming off the bench means it’s diminished, but sort of in a sense, a little bit.” The rumor mill was churning as ESPN’s Alexa Philippou recently reported that Carrington’s name had surfaced in WNBA conversations as a potential trade candidate.
The situation escalated quickly, with the Dallas Wings trading Carrington to the Minnesota Lynx in exchange for forward Diamond Miller, guard Karlie Samuelson, and Minnesota’s 2027 second-round draft pick. Carrington, cherished in Dallas for her fearless defense and game-changing presence, leaves behind a devoted fan base. But how did fans react to Carrington’s surprise move?
Did Dallas Lose More Than They Gained?
After her partner, NaLyssa Smith, was sent to the Las Vegas Aces, Carrington will now move to the Lynx after half a season in Dallas. Fans were quick to react on social media, with some emotional and others excited for her next chapter.
So upset.
— Coach Thomas-Anderson (@_CoachAnderson_) August 3, 2025
“Incredible for DiJonai. Her on a contender is awesome! Dallas… Paige… I’m sorry,” wrote another fan. The 2024 Best Guard Defender, as praised by Wings general manager Curt Miller, now joins a Lynx team that leads the WNBA with a 24-5 record. For Carrington, it’s a chance to compete for silverware in the short term.
However, what looks like a win for Carrington is a setback for the Wings. They get a young prospect and a player recovering from a season-ending injury, which could pay off in the long run. But in the immediate future, Paige Bueckers and Co. will have to carry a thinner roster as they push through a challenging season.
(This is a developing story…)
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