UConn women's basketball coach Geno Auriemma said WNBA player Kiah Stokes deserves consideration for the WNBA Finals Most Valuable Player award, according to a report published Thursday.
Auriemma, a Hall of Fame coach, weighed in on the MVP conversation during the 2026 WNBA Finals, suggesting Stokes' impact on the court warrants recognition.
The comments were reported by Cydney Henderson on October 29, 2026.



