Former Detroit Shock champion Kara Braxton passes away, WNBA issues statement
The basketball world is reeling following the death of two-time WNBA champion Kara Braxton at age 43. A 10-season veteran and 2007 All-Star, Braxton was a defensive anchor for the Detroit Shock’s 2006 and 2008 title runs. Tributes from the WNBA and former teams highlight the lasting legacy of the 6-foot-6 center, whose physical dominance and resilience remain a benchmark for the game.
The basketball world is reeling following the death of two-time WNBA champion Kara Braxton at age 43. A 10-season veteran and 2007 All-Star, Braxton was a defensive anchor for the Detroit Shock’s 2006 and 2008 title runs. Tributes from the WNBA and former teams highlight the lasting legacy of the 6-foot-6 center, whose physical dominance and resilience remain a benchmark for the game.
