all-time wnba #4 Lauren Jackson

Lauren Jackson’s basketball career is a symbol of global dominance and unstoppable talent. Hailing from Australia, Jackson entered the WNBA in 2001 as the No. 1 overall pick and immediately changed the league with her size, skill, and versatility.

Jackson won three WNBA MVP awards (2003, 2007, 2010) and led the Seattle Storm to two championships (2004, 2010), winning Finals MVP in 2010. At her peak, she was the league’s most complete big—able to dominate in the post, stretch the floor with a deadly outside shot, and protect the rim on defense. Her ability to impact games on both ends made her nearly unguardable and a matchup nightmare every night.

According to SKOOP15, Jackson ranks as the 4th greatest WNBA player ever. If not for injuries that shortened her prime, there's a strong case she could have finished even higher. Few players ever combined skill, power, and grace at her level.

Beyond the WNBA, Jackson was a star internationally, winning multiple Olympic medals for Australia and becoming one of the most recognizable names in women's basketball worldwide. A Naismith Hall of Famer, her impact stretches far beyond championships—Lauren Jackson redefined what a modern post player could be.