Brick Barbie Shatters WNBA Scoring Record in Just Two Seasons
In a historic moment that lit up arenas and shook the very foundations of the WNBA, Brianna “Brick Barbie” Carson etched her name in the league’s history books by scoring the highest number of points in just under two seasons—a staggering 2,384 points.
From the moment she stepped onto the court, Brick Barbie was more than just a player. She was a phenomenon. Drafted first overall by the Phoenix Blaze, the 22-year-old guard out of Howard University was known for her killer crossover, flawless step-back three, and an uncanny ability to score from anywhere—half-court included.
But what truly set Brick Barbie apart wasn’t just the numbers. It was her story.
A nickname once meant to mock her—“Brick Barbie,” a jab at her early struggles with shooting in high school—became her rallying cry. While others saw bricks, she saw building blocks. She leaned into the name, dyed her hair bubblegum pink, and stepped onto the court wearing custom sneakers that read “Built from Bricks.” Her transformation from high school benchwarmer to college MVP to WNBA sensation was the stuff of legend.
Her rookie year was electric. Averaging 28.7 points per game, Brick Barbie helped the Blaze clinch their first playoff berth in nearly a decade. Her clutch gene was undeniable—hitting back-to-back buzzer-beaters, including a 35-foot fadeaway that silenced a sold-out crowd in Las Vegas. But no one could’ve predicted what was coming in her sophomore season.
From the opening night of year two, Brick Barbie was on fire. She opened with a 50-point game against the New York Queens, then followed it with 47, 44, and 52 in her next three outings. Her step-backs became viral memes. Her layups defied physics. Her no-look passes became highlight reels of their own. Within three months, she had broken her own rookie scoring total—and she wasn’t even halfway through the season.
Teammates described her as relentless in practice, often staying late to shoot 1,000 shots, running full-court drills by herself, and studying old tapes of legends like Diana Taurasi and Tamika Catchings. But while she respected the greats, she wasn’t there to imitate them.
“I love those who paved the way,” she said in a post-game interview. “But I’m not here to follow footsteps. I’m here to break new ground.”
And break it she did.
On August 4th, with two minutes left in a heated game against the Chicago Storm, Brick Barbie stood at 39 points for the night. One more bucket would seal the record. With the arena on its feet and the scoreboard tied, she took a pass at the top of the arc. Her defender pressed in tight, but with one smooth step-back and a flick of her wrist, the ball soared through the air and splashed clean through the net.
42 points for the night. 2,384 points in just under two seasons. A new WNBA record.
The crowd erupted. Her teammates mobbed her. The referee even paused to shake her hand. For a moment, time stood still as Brick Barbie stood at center court, arms raised, a grin spreading across her face.
In the post-game press conference, she kept it humble. “I didn’t do this alone. My team, my coaches, my family—this is for them. And for every girl who’s ever been told she shoots too much, talks too loud, or dreams too big. Don’t shrink to fit the frame. Break it.”
Brick Barbie’s record wasn’t just about points—it was a statement. A declaration that the game is evolving, and its future is as bold, brilliant, and unbreakable as the woman who just
