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          WNBA playoffs 2022: Best outfits from the first round

          • ESPN.com
          Aug 25, 2022, 12:48 AM

          The WNBA playoffs are here, and the action on the court is sure to keep fans entertained. The fits off the court will also turn some heads.

          A number of stars in "The W" showed off their wardrobes prior to the postseason. Las Vegas Aces forward A'ja Wilson donned a number of jerseys paying tribute to sports icons of the past and present. Teammates Kelsey Plum, Chelsea Gray and Dearica Hamby also wore some exceptional outfits throughout the regular season. What could the WNBA's No. 1 team have in store for the playoffs in terms of style?

          Read more: WNBA first round playoff predictions

          The New York Liberty's playoff berth means more exceptional fits from forward Michaela Onyenwere and guard Sabrina Ionescu. Fans also can expect Dallas Wings players Marina Mabrey and Isabelle Harrison to keep things intriguing, as both have worn a variety of sharp fits this season.

          But the fashion matchup of the first round could be the Seattle Storm vs. Washington Mystics, wherein Natasha Cloud, Alysha Clark, Jewell Loyd and Sue Bird might unveil some eye-catching combinations.

          Here are some of the best styles worn by WNBA players during the first round of the playoffs:

          Connecticut Sun vs. Dallas Wings

          Game 3

          Wings guard Arike Ogunbowale made her 2022 playoff debut Wednesday, as she has been out with an abdominal injury. She honored Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant by wearing his No. 8 jersey before the game -- appropriate, considering August 24 has been "Kobe Bryant Day" in Los Angeles since 2016. Dallas center Charli Collier donned another Nike/Cactus Plant Flea Market sweatshirt.

          Forward Satou Sabally rocked a fresh romper set with heels.

          Game 2

          Sabally used a neutral color palette for her outfit on Sunday.

          Game 1

          Sun guard DiJonai Carrington showed up at Thursday's game against the Wings rocking camouflage pants and a handbag from Italian fashion house Valentino.

          Rookie Nia Clouden also arrived at Connecticut's Mohegan Sun Arena wearing pants with an eye-catching design.

          Collier sported a Nike/Cactus Plant Flea Market shirt and a pair of Air Jordan 2s ahead of Game 1. Harrison kept things clean with an all-white ensemble, and guard Kayla Thornton repped the Chicago Bulls. Sabally also impressed with her white and light blue combination.

          Dallas guard Veronica Burton and center Awak Kuier sported matching team hoodies, because what's better than twinning with your teammate?

          Chicago Sky vs. New York Liberty

          Game 3

          On what would have been Kobe Bryant's 44th birthday, Ionescu honored the Los Angeles Lakers legend by rocking his No. 8 jersey ahead of a winner-take-all Game 3. Forward Betnijah Laney had on a Balenciaga sweatshirt paired with a Telfar handbag while Onyenwere dazzled with leather shorts, shades and a purse from Louis Vuitton. New York's DiDi Richards also showed out with a fierce coat that read "Ooh Baby" on the left side.

          Forward Stefanie Dolson showed up at the Barclays Center wearing dapper attire ahead of Tuesday's game.

          Game 2

          Sky star Kahleah Copper sported camouflage pants, a green cardigan and an array of necklaces. Candace Parker wore a graphic T-shirt featuring Basketball Hall of Famer Dennis Rodman along with some bright blue shorts.

          Liberty forward Natasha Howard donned more throwback threads -- this time a Vince Carter Toronto Raptors jersey. Teammate Sami Whitcomb kept the same energy, wearing a vintage Steve Nash Phoenix Suns jersey ahead of Game 2.

          Game 1

          Onyenwere arrived at Chicago's Wintrust Arena on Wednesday wearing a throwback Teresa Weatherspoon Liberty jersey, while Howard donned an all-white Scottie Pippen Chicago Bulls jersey, Air Jordan 4s and some impressive jewelry around her neck.

          Sky guard Dana Evans took color coordination to another level with her neon pink and light blue ensemble ahead of Game 1. Teammate Ruthy Hebard also came dressed in business casual attire, but Courtney Vandersloot and Allie Quigley opted for relaxed, tie-dye-centric looks.

          Parker sported pants with an exciting pattern, and Copper's vibrant fit featured yellow pants.

          Seattle Storm vs. Washington Mystics

          Game 2

          Bird continued to show off her fashion sense with a multicolored outfit featuring unique patterns and shapes. Teammate Breanna Stewart showed love to her 41-year-old teammate by wearing a shirt with Bird's picture on it.

          Loyd arrived at a series-clinching Game 2 dressed in a stunning jacket.

          Mystics guard Evina Westbrook wore a shirt with the rapper Tupac pictured on it while Clark sported a vibrant checkered dress.

          Game 1

          Bird, who is entering her final WNBA postseason, arrived at Seattle's Climate Pledge Arena sporting a green blazer, ripped jeans and shades. A mix of business and casual for the four-time champion. Stewart also wore some slick sunglasses paired with a pink corduroy selection.

          Loyd showed up repping the Los Angeles Lakers. She wore a shirt with Basketball Hall of Famers Shaquille O'Neal and Kobe Bryant pictured on it.

          The images are in black and white, but the fits were still on point from several Mystics players including Clark, Shakira Austin, Elizabeth Williams and more.

          Las Vegas Aces vs. Phoenix Mercury

          Game 2

          Ahead of a win-or-go-home Game 2, Mercury star Diamond DeShields wore a baggy denim outfit with a yo-yo as her accessory.

          Reshanda Gray took a monochrome approach to her look on Saturday but brought the bling with a shiny necklace and hoop earrings.

          Aces forward Theresa Plaisance showed support for another Las Vegas team, the Raiders. She sported star tight end Darren Waller's jersey.

          Jackie Young, Kierstan Bell, Sydney Colson and Gray all showed off their matching skills with their wardrobe combinations. Riquna Williams wore a shirt with a graphic of the late rapper Juice WRLD on it.

          But Wilson's goddaughter, Addi, arguably had the fit of the night with her red skirt and shirt featuring her WNBA godmother.

          Game 1

          DeShields arrived to Wednesday's game dressed in a green silk shirt and pants of the same hue. Her necklace also stood out because of its bling factor.

          For the Aces, Gray's outfit featured a variety of colors and a fresh pair of shades. Her backcourt teammate Plum wore a shirt with a clear message ahead of Game 1.

          Wilson was all business with an all-black look but added some chic sunglasses adorned with colorful stones and a Yves Saint Laurent handbag.

          Rookie Aisha Sheppard wore a graphic t-shirt with Anderson .Paak and Bruno Mars of the musical super duo Silk Sonic pictured on it.