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Kariata Diaby · Only a few days after stepping foot in the United States for the first time, Kariata Diaby found that time also allowed for a quick stroll through the WNBA’s history books during the Connecticut Sun’s season opener. Proceeding as scheduled in her pick-and-roll motion — even after her pressured teammate records a turnover and a steal in quick succession — Diaby’s journey goes rewarded with a head’s-up pass, followed by her first-ever WNBA bucket. Well-regarded for her work overseas, the Ivory Coast-born center helped Connecticut stay competitive in a five-point loss to the Washington Mystics. Building steadily-earned trust through her two-way physicality, the 6-foot-4 talent was called upon for a second-half start for Connecticut just five games later. During her debut, Diaby chipped in two points and one steal in six minutes time. · State of Mint