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Nneka Ogwumike Returns to Storm Amid Major Changes

2/1/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Nneka Ogwumike is set to return to the Seattle Storm for the 2025 season, a move celebrated by her sister, Chiney, on ESPN. Last season, the nine-time All-Star dazzled with an average of 16.7 points and 7.6 rebounds. With Jewell Loyd traded and the Storm securing the No. 2 overall draft pick, exciting changes are on the horizon.

History

Historical Context

Nneka Ogwumike's return to the Seattle Storm echoes the league's evolution since its 1997 inception. As a nine-time All-Star, she follows in the footsteps of legends like Sue Bird and Lauren Jackson, who shaped the WNBA's legacy. Exciting changes await as the Storm rebuilds for the future.

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Story summary

Nneka Ogwumike is set to return to the Seattle Storm for the 2025 season, a move celebrated by her sister, Chiney, on ESPN. Last season, the nine-time All-Star dazzled with an average of 16.7 points and 7.6 rebounds. With Jewell Loyd traded and the Storm securing the No. 2 overall draft pick, exciting changes are on the horizon.

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