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Top WNBA Draft Pick Malonga Misses Training Camp

4/29/2025

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Malonga Misses Camp

Dominique Malonga, the highly anticipated No. 2 pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, missed the Seattle Storm's training camp kickoff. Fresh off her season in France, she’s preparing for the upcoming challenges. Coach Noelle Quinn eased concerns, confirming ongoing communication with Malonga, emphasizing that her absence is not a cause for alarm.

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Historical Context

Dominique Malonga, the second overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, follows in a legacy of international stars. In 2024, she helped France secure a silver medal at the Olympics, showcasing the rising talent in women's basketball, reminiscent of legends like Lisa Leslie and Diana Taurasi who paved the way.

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Malonga Misses Camp

Dominique Malonga, the highly anticipated No. 2 pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, missed the Seattle Storm's training camp kickoff. Fresh off her season in France, she’s preparing for the upcoming challenges. Coach Noelle Quinn eased concerns, confirming ongoing communication with Malonga, emphasizing that her absence is not a cause for alarm.

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