Kara Braxton, two-time WNBA champion, dies at 43 in Georgia car crash

Kara Braxton, the two-time WNBA champion and former University of Georgia basketball player, died at age 43 in a single-vehicle car crash on Interstate 285 near Atlanta, Georgia. The accident occurred in Cobb County when Braxton’s vehicle collided with the median wall, police report, and she was transported to Wellstar Kennestone Hospital where she was pronounced dead.

Braxton had a notable 10-season career in the WNBA, playing for multiple teams including the Detroit Shock, with whom she won two championships, as well as the Phoenix Mercury and New York Liberty. She was also recognized as a WNBA All-Star and had a significant international playing career, known for her physical playing style.

The crash is still under investigation, and authorities have not yet confirmed the specific cause of the accident beyond her failure to maintain her lane on I-285. Braxton is survived by her husband and children, and tributes have poured in from former teammates and fans honoring her impact both on and off the court.

Braxton’s legacy includes her contributions to professional women's basketball as a champion and competitor at the collegiate and pro levels. Moving forward, updates on the investigation are expected as authorities examine the circumstances surrounding the tragic crash that ended her life.