2 weeks Ago By Jorge Ávila Andrade
, the 's newest star, is turning heads both on and off the court following her . Picked No. 11 overall, the 23-year-old guard from Washington made a splash with a surprising revelation in 's inaugural Game Changers issue, published April 22.
Van Lith, known for her fiery play at , admitted she channels Hollywood icon for her red carpet looks, showcasing a glamorous side that's got fans buzzing on X. " ," Van Lith shared, adding, " ." Her draft night outfit screamed old Hollywood-a sparkly black , accentuating her legs.
The look, complete with side-swept voluminous curls, bold lips, and glowing skin, . " ," she told , hinting at her love for knitwear trends and fashion-forward choices beyond the court. Her 1.
3 million Instagram followers ate it up, with one X post calling her " ." Van Lith's WNBA arrival reunites her with former LSU teammate , a dynamic duo eager to elevate the Sky after a 13-27 season. " " Van Lith said at her introductory press conference, radiating excitement.
She averaged 17.9 points and 5.3 assists at TCU, earning Big 12 Player of the Year and leading the Horned Frogs to Elite Eight glory, a feat she also hit with Louisville and LSU.
Her 2024 Olympic 3x3 bronze medal adds to her cred. Van Lith's WNBA debut sparked by Monroe glam reveal The Monroe nod isn't just style- .She's carried a fierce mentality since breaking Washington's high school scoring record.
" ," she said, praising the team's belief in her game and personality. Her draft slide to No. 11 sparked debate-ESPN's Elle Duncan called Golden State's pass at No.
5 a missed "splashy move"-but Van Lith sees Chicago as fate. From , Van Lith's blending hoops grit with Hollywood flair. Her boyfriend, NBA guard , cheered her draft moment, sporting her TCU jersey during their NCAA run.
As she steps into the WNBA, Van Lith's Monroe-inspired swagger is setting the stage.
