Portland Fire Roster
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Inside the 2026 Portland Fire active roster
The Portland Fire return to the WNBA for their highly anticipated 2026 expansion season. Led by head coach Alex Sarama, this revived franchise has assembled a fascinating mix of seasoned veterans and international prospects via the expansion draft and free agency.
Because expansion teams are notoriously unpredictable, watching the Portland Fire roster gel on the court will be one of the most exciting storylines of the summer. To help you monitor the team’s development, I’ve detailed the full active lineup, the current injury report, and the front-office staff below.
WNBA - Portland Fire Roster
| # | Player | Position | Height | Age | Birth place |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
— | Sarah Ashlee Barker | G | 6'0" | 24 | Birmingham, AL |
— | Chloe Bibby | F | 6'2" | 27 | Warracknabeal, Australia |
— | Frieda Bühner | F | 6'1" | 21 | Osnabruck, Germany |
— | Maya Caldwell | G | 5'11" | 27 | Charlotte, NC |
— | Bridget Carleton | F | 6'2" | 28 | Chatham, Canada |
— | Emily Engstler | F | 6'1" | 25 | New York, NY |
— | Luisa Geiselsoder | C | 6'4" | 26 | Ansbach, Germany |
17 | Megan Gustafson | C | 6'4" | 29 | Port Wing, WI |
— | Jordan Harrison | G | 5'6" | 22 | Oklahoma City, OK |
— | Haley Jones | G | 6'1" | 24 | Santa Cruz, CA |
— | Carla Leite | G | 5'9" | 22 | — |
— | Iyana Martin | G | 5'9" | 20 | — |
— | Nika Muhl | G | 6'0" | 25 | Zagreb, Croatia |
— | Teja Oblak | G | 5'8" | 35 | — |
— | Nyadiew Puoch | F | 6'3" | 21 | — |
44 | Karlie Samuelson | G | 6'0" | 30 | Huntington Beach, CA |
1 | Kamiah Smalls | F | 5'10" | 28 | Philadelphia, PA |
— | Sug Sutton | G | 5'8" | 27 | Saint Louis, MO |
22 | Peyton Williams | F | 6'4" | 28 | Topeka, KS |
— | Serah Williams | C | 6'4" | 22 | Brooklyn, NY |
Top Portland Fire players to watch
A major focal point for Portland’s offense is versatile forward Bridget Carleton. Selected first overall in the 2026 expansion draft, the seven-year veteran brings essential leadership, efficient perimeter shooting, and crucial floor spacing to a team finding its identity.
In the backcourt, the Fire will rely on dynamic playmaker Haley Jones to run the show. The former No. 6 overall pick uses her size and elite court vision to generate open looks while taking on primary ball-handling duties. Down low, newly signed center Megan Gustafson anchors the frontcourt, providing a highly reliable post presence and steady rebounding to balance out the rotation.
Current Portland Fire injury report
WNBA - Portland Fire Injury Report
| Player | Status | Expected return | Injury | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Karlie Samuelson | Out | May 9 | Left Foot | Samuelson has been ruled out for Sunday's preseason game against the Sparks due to a left foot issue. |
Portland Fire coaching staff & front office
- General Manager: Vanja Cernivec
- Head Coach: Alex Sarama
- Assistant Coach & Assistant General Manager: Brittni Donaldson
- Assistant Coach: Sylvia Fowles
- Assistant Coach: Danielle Boiago
- Assistant Coach: Sefu Bernard
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Portland Fire roster FAQ
Who's the head coach of the Portland Fire?
Alex Sarama is the inaugural head coach of the Portland Fire. He previously served as the director of player development for the NBA's Cleveland Cavaliers.
Who's the highest-paid player on the Fire?
Bridget Carleton takes the top spot after securing a three-year, max contract right out of the expansion draft.
What's the average age of the Fire roster?
The average age of the Portland Fire is approximately 25 years old. While the front office intentionally leaned toward younger prospects to build for the future, there are still plenty of seasoned veterans balancing out the rotation.
Who owns the Portland Fire?
The Portland Fire are owned by Lisa Bhathal Merage and Alex Bhathal via their RAJ Sports investment firm. The ownership group is also behind the NWSL's Portland Thorns.
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