Former UNC guard Indya Nivar earns spot on Atlanta Dream's opening-night WNBA roster

Posted May 8, 2026
Former Tar Heel guard Indya Nivar’s WNBA dream has been realized, as she secured a spot on the Atlanta Dream’s opening-night roster. Nivar, a second-round pick (28th overall) in the WNBA Draft, played 32 minutes over two preseason games, collecting 11 points, four rebounds and two assists, going 4 of 8 from the floor and 1 of 3 from 3-point range. (Tar Heel Tribune)

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