Carla Leite has made a strong impact with the Portland Fire, leading the team in fantasy points per game following her selection in the expansion draft. Her move to the Fire followed an underwhelming rookie season with the Valkyries. Leite was selected third-overall by the Fire in the expansion draft.
Leite’s Form with the Fire
The guard has proven an excellent match with her new franchise, Portland. She is currently leading the team with an average of 27.1 FPTS over 25.5 minutes per game. Leite is also handling a team-high 27.5% usage rate.
Her efficiency with shooting has also been notable for the Fire. Leite is shooting 44% from the field and 41% on three-pointers. She is generating a team-high 1.1 FPTS per minute for Portland.
Key Matchup Against Las Vegas Aces
Leite’s strong performances include a notable game against the Las Vegas Aces. She posted 36.2 FPTS when she last faced them on June 11. The Aces rank 10th in defensive rating this season, suggesting a favourable matchup.
The defensive strength of Las Vegas may be further weakened if A’ja Wilson (leg) sits out the upcoming game. With the four-time MVP off the floor this season, the Aces’ defensive rating drops to 112.2. This is considered a strong matchup regardless of Wilson’s status. Leite should surpass 30 FPTS.
Carla Leite’s ongoing influence with the Portland Fire is clear from her team-leading statistics. Her efficient play and strong usage rate mark her out as a significant player for the franchise.