Dorka Juhász is a Hungarian professional basketball player currently making her mark with the Minnesota Lynx in the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) and Famila Basket Schio in Italy’s Lega Basket Femminile.
Raised in a basketball-loving family, her mother, Hajnalka Balázs, was a decorated Hungarian national team player—Dorka’s journey began at PTE Babits High School in Hungary.
Seeking tougher competition, she moved to the United States, where she honed her craft at Ohio State University and later the University of Connecticut (UConn), before embarking on a professional career that has solidified her as a rising star in women’s basketball.
Siblings
Dorka has one sibling, her brother Gergely Juhász.
Little is publicly known about Gergely, as he maintains a low profile compared to his sister’s high-visibility career.
Career
Dorka began making waves at Ohio State, where she committed in 2018 as the 12th-ranked international player and fifth-best forward in her class.
Over three seasons with the Buckeyes, she earned accolades for her versatility and tenacity.
Seeking further growth, she transferred to UConn in 2021, where she became a key contributor, helping the Huskies secure two Big East Tournament titles and reach the 2022 NCAA Championship Game.
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Her college stats—averaging double-digit points in four of five seasons—highlighted her potential.
Selected 16th overall by the Minnesota Lynx in the 2023 WNBA Draft, Dorka debuted on May 19, 2023, against the Chicago Sky.
Her rookie season saw her start 27 of 38 games, showcasing her rebounding and defensive skills.
In 2024, her role shifted to the bench, but she remained vital, averaging 4.8 points and 3.8 rebounds during the Lynx’s run to the WNBA Finals.
Offseason play with Famila Basket Schio has further sharpened her game, with a 2024 Italian Cup victory adding to her resume.
Internationally, Dorka debuted for Hungary in 2023, shining at the 2024 FIBA Women’s Olympic Qualifying Tournament with a third-best efficiency rating.
Accolades
Juhász’s trophy cabinet reflects her consistent excellence.
At Ohio State, she earned First-Team All-Big Ten honors twice (2020, 2021) and was named to the Big Ten All-Freshman Team in 2019.
At UConn, she secured All-BIG EAST Second Team (2023) and BIG EAST All-Tournament Team (2023) recognition, alongside a Lisa Leslie Award semifinalist nod as one of the nation’s top centers.
In the WNBA, she was named to the 2023 All-Rookie Team after a standout debut season. Internationally, her All-Star Five selection at the 2024 FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament underscored her global impact.
In 2024, she was also featured in Hungary’s Forbes 30 Under 30 list, celebrating her as a young trailblazer.
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