Nneka Ogwumike Re-Signs with Seattle Storm for 2025 WNBA Season
The nine-time All-Star announced her decision live on ESPN, continuing her tenure with the Storm after a standout 2024 season.
- Nneka Ogwumike, a former WNBA MVP and nine-time All-Star, has re-signed with the Seattle Storm as an unrestricted free agent for the 2025 season.
- The announcement was made live on ESPN by her sister, Chiney Ogwumike, who is a basketball analyst for the network.
- Ogwumike averaged 16.7 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 2.3 assists in 2024, earning her a spot on the All-WNBA Second Team and the All-Defensive Second Team.
- Seattle recently traded Jewell Loyd to the Las Vegas Aces in a three-team deal, acquiring the No. 2 pick in the upcoming WNBA draft, signaling a mix of rebuilding and competitive aspirations.
- The Storm also retained Gabby Williams using their core designation and await a decision from free agent Skylar Diggins-Smith on whether she will return to the team.