Monique Billings

Monique Billings established herself as a formidable talent during her collegiate career at UCLA (2014-2018), setting records and earning accolades. She ranked first in UCLA history with 228 blocks and second with 1,159 rebounds, becoming only the third player in UCLA history and 14th in the Pac-12 to surpass 1,500 points and 1,000 rebounds. Earning two-time All-Pac-12 and All-Defensive Team honors, her talent was recognized early with an invitation to the 2014 United States National Team Under-18 trials. Billings’ professional journey began when she was drafted 15th overall in the second round of the 2018 WNBA Draft by the Atlanta Dream.

Later, she signed with the Phoenix Mercury, extended for the remainder of the season after an initial 7-day contract. In December 2024, Billings was selected by the Golden State Valkyries in the WNBA Expansion Draft, marking a new chapter. Further solidifying her global presence, she also signed a short-term contract with Fenerbahçe of the Turkish Super League for the 2025-26 season.