Summary
The Toronto Tempo, a new WNBA team, selected Kiki Rice as its first-ever draft pick. Former NBA player Vince Carter congratulated Rice with a message encouraging her to make history with the team. Rice is set to bring her winning experience from UCLA to the Tempo as they join the league in 2026.
Key Facts
- The Toronto Tempo is one of the new WNBA expansion teams starting in 2026.
- Kiki Rice was chosen as the Toronto Tempo's first draft pick.
- Vince Carter congratulated Rice with a message, linking her to his own history with Toronto sports.
- The Tempo appointed Sandy Brondello as the team's first head coach.
- Sandy Brondello has previously led teams to WNBA championships.
- Kiki Rice helped UCLA win its first NCAA women's basketball championship.
- Rice expressed excitement about moving to Toronto and has family ties to Canada.
