Fantasy women's basketball - Liz Loza's risers and fallers - ESPN

It's been a wild month in the world of women's basketball. Team WNBA edged out a win over Team USA in the All-Star Game. Arike Ogunbowale, Caitlin Clark, and Angel Reese all shined in breathtakingly productive efforts.

Team USA didn't have to wait long to receive their flowers, though. The American ladies brought home their eight consecutive gold medal, thanks in large part to monster bench performances from Kahleah Copper and Kelsey Plum in the team's final match versus France.

The break has served as a reset for the league's stars and fantasy managers alike. Time to dig back in and finish strong!

Welcome back to Risers and Fallers.

Shakira Austin, C, Washington Mystics (68.7% rostered, +10.8)

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As expected, Austin (hip) returned to regular season action after the ASG and Olympic breaks. The 24-year-old has recorded 20 minutes in each of her starts, clearing 27 fantasy points in both outings. Austin shook off rust quickly, nearly logging a double-double in Washington's loss at Minnesota on Aug. 15. Two days later, she registered a season-high 16 points in the Mystics' win over the Lynx. Austin additionally managed three steals in each effort, demonstrating a return to health and consistent production.

Sophie Cunningham, G, Phoenix Mercury (56.7% rostered, +7.8)

Cunningham has been in and out of the starting lineup throughout the season. With Rebecca Allen (hamstring) sidelined, however, Cunningham drew her 11th start of 2024 on Sunday. Cunningham led the team in minutes (32), registering 13 points and a season-high 10 rebounds in the Mercury's