Phoenix Mercury's Satou Sabally recently appeared as a guest on "Between the Lines," a podcast hosted by WNBA legend Lisa Leslie. During the discussion, the 27-year-old athlete was asked to identify who she considers the next "WNBA unicorns" among players she has faced. In basketball, a "unicorn" refers to an exceptionally rare player possessing a unique combination of skills and physical attributes, often combining height with guard-like abilities, making them a challenging matchup for opponents.

Sabally enthusiastically named Angel Reese and Kiki Iriafen as her top picks for this esteemed designation. Regarding Angel Reese, Sabally stated, "I like Angel [Reese] because she is really a 6'5" post that brings the ball up." She highlighted this particular skill as something that also made her stand out, emphasizing the rarity of a tall player capable of handling the ball and initiating plays. Sabally elaborated that Reese's comfort with the ball and ability to dribble allows her to go beyond simply finishing or rebounding, enabling her to set up plays for others.

Angel Reese, in her sophomore season with the Chicago Sky, has indeed been making significant headlines, drawing attention for her rare and emerging skill set. She averages 10 points and 12 rebounds per game this season, establishing herself as a dominant rebounder and one of the league's most physical interior players. Her growing ball skills allow her to push the ball up the floor, create opportunities, and present a more dynamic threat than a typical post player. The Mercury's recent victory over the Sky on May 27, where they won 94-89, saw both Sabally score 20 points and Reese contribute 13, further underscoring their on-court presence.

Sabally also praised Kiki Iriafen, a 21-year-old rookie who was the fourth overall pick in the 2025 WNBA draft and plays for the Washington Mystics. "Kiki [Iriafen], I would say she's also a young rookie that I've been a fan of because she's also in that high post," Sabally explained. She lauded Iriafen's ability to shoot the three-pointer, move laterally, and guard multiple positions, particularly highlighting these attributes for a taller player. The Mercury defeated the Mystics on May 25 with a tight score of 68-62, with another matchup scheduled for July 27.

Sabally's insights are particularly meaningful given her own career as one of the WNBA's most versatile players. Standing six-foot-four with guard skills and forward strength, she understands the demands of succeeding as a multi-dimensional athlete. Her move to the Phoenix Mercury in a major four-team trade in February has further solidified her role as a key player. Lisa Leslie, as host of "Between the Lines," also brings a profound understanding of what constitutes a