Overview

• On June 4, 2025, Li Yueru formally asked the Seattle Storm for a trade after averaging 2.9 points and 1.6 rebounds in 9 minutes per game.
• Seattle’s frontcourt depth—anchored by Ezi Magbegor, Dominique Malonga, Nneka Ogwumike, Skylar Diggins-Smith and Gabby Williams—has constrained Yueru’s playing opportunities.
• League sources have identified the Dallas Wings and Las Vegas Aces as potential landing spots, while the Golden State Valkyries have declined to pursue her.
• Yueru’s reduced role has drawn concern from China’s national team, which expected her to play a larger part this season.
• The Storm’s coaching staff, under scrutiny since a November 2024 complaint by Jewell Loyd, now faces added pressure over roster management decisions.