Kara Braxton

Kara Braxton
Braxton in 2013
Personal information
Born(1983-02-18)February 18, 1983
DiedFebruary 21, 2026(2026-02-21) (aged 43)
Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 6 in (1.98 m)
Listed weight225 lb (102 kg)
Career information
High schoolWestview (Beaverton, Oregon)
CollegeGeorgia (2002–2005)
WNBA draft2005: 1st round, 7th overall pick
Drafted byDetroit Shock
Playing career2005–2014
PositionPower forward / center
Career history
2005–2008Detroit Shock
2010Tulsa Shock
2010–2011Phoenix Mercury
2011–2014New York Liberty
Career highlights
Stats at WNBA.com
Stats at Basketball Reference

Kara Liana Braxton (February 18, 1983 – February 21, 2026) was an American professional basketball player who played in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) from 2005 until 2014 and won two championships.