In the WNBA, one player quite literally rises above the rest. Her height isn’t just a statistic — it’s a weapon, making her a dominant force who alters games with her reach, presence, and unmatched command in the paint.
Her towering frame turns defense into intimidation and rebounding into routine. Opponents struggle to match her size and skill, and coaches build entire strategies around containing her impact on both ends of the court.
Yet beyond her physical advantage, she embodies the evolution of the modern post player — agile, smart, and relentless. The league’s tallest athlete has become more than a standout; she’s a defining figure of today’s WNBA.
Who is the most tall WNBA player?
As of the 2025 WNBA season, Brittney Griner of the Atlanta Dream stands alone at 6 ft 9 in (206 cm) — the tallest active player in the league. With Han Xu and Liz Cambage playing overseas, no one else on the current roster matches her height.
Brittney Griner #42 of the Atlanta Dream warms up before the game against the Dallas Wings at College Park Center on July 30, 2025. (Source: Ron Jenkins/Getty Images)
She has leaned into her size as a cornerstone of her defensive game: swatting shots, controlling the paint, and dunking with raw force. Her skill set has turned her into a one-woman interior fortress, feared by opponents nightly.
Though slightly shorter than historical tall giants like Margo Dydek (7’2″) or Bernadett Hatar (6’10”), her combination of height, athleticism, and timing ensures her place at the top of today’s league — a towering presence defining modern WNBA defense.
Her influence extends beyond the stat sheet. Her presence forces opposing teams to rethink their offensive schemes, often avoiding the paint entirely. Off the court, she remains one of the league’s most recognizable figures.
