The Golden State Valkyries formed a strong side out of their expansion draft, although they later made a few changes. The upcoming teams are also looking to follow in their footsteps, as the Toronto Tempo is targeting top talents in the 2026 season. Interestingly, cameras caught Aaliyah Edwards at the sidelines of the Raptors’ NBA preseason game, sparking speculation about her possible addition to the new team.
WNBA fans urge Angel Reese to join the Toronto Tempo after celebrating brother Julian’s Raptors deal, and now the addition of Edwards will provide them with a strong front-court duo.
Possibility Of Aaliyah Edwards Joining Toronto Tempo
The WNBA offseason will have multiple free agents, a strong draft class, and two new teams. While it’s the perfect time to make valuable additions to the rosters, the CBA conclusion is still a roadblock to completing any deal.
Yet with the expansion drafts nearing their dates, the teams are looking to have a look at some prospects. With that in mind, Aaliyah Edwards’ presence at the Toronto Raptors game ignited speculation of her joining the Tempo team.
Gradey Dick and Aaliyah Edwards chatting after the Raptors win. pic.twitter.com/joweQj6i04
— Omer Osman (@OmerOsman200) October 18, 2025
One point that stood out was Aaliyah’s jersey, as she wore a unique Raptors top with denim. She shared a moment with the Raptors’ guard Gradey Dick after the game as the stars talked at length.
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The Washington Mystics traded Aaliyah Edwards to the Connecticut Sun for Jacy Sheldon and a 2026 pick swap on the 2025 transfer deadline. The former UConn star played in 15 games, averaging 4.6 points for the Sun side, and may not be a protected player in the expansion draft.
Toronto Tempo Ready To Challenge The League Elites With Top HC Signing
While the team looks to add star players for the 2026 WNBA season, the head coach position also plays a key role in shaping the franchise’s future. As per reports from the New York Times, the Northern franchise wants to make a statement signing and prioritizing Sandy Brondello as its top HC target.
The Toronto Tempo are reportedly 'centering' their coaching search on Sandy Brondello, who won a championship with the New York Liberty in 2024, per @TheAthletic. 👀 pic.twitter.com/CTlZdISHMH
— THE SHIFT (@theshift_sports) October 17, 2025
Although the Wings are also in the race to sign the two-time champion coach, Tempo presents a unique opportunity for the former Liberty coach, who could build her own team from the start. Her addition could also bring in a few top names to the team.