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WNBA News / EssentiallySports / October 17
Nneka Ogwumike’s Comments Trigger Major Betting Shake-Up as NBA, WNBA Target 3 Markets
Sports and sports betting are two entities that are quite difficult to separate. However, different incidents have continued to expose the rather unpalatable
Los Angeles Sparks News / Fadeaway World / October 16
'It’s A Transition': Nneka Ogwumike Reframes Retirement After 15 WNBA Seasons
WNBA legend Nneka Ogwumike closed out a historic career after playing 15 seasons in the LA. The former Sparks star built a Hall of Fame-worthy resume that included a WNBA championship, an MVP award, and 11 All-Star selections.
WNBA News / EssentiallySports / October 16
'Not a Safe Place for Athletes': Nneka Ogwumike Issues Clear Verdict Around People Betting on WNBA Stars Through Prediction Markets
A hooper should not have to worry about getting cussed out if they miss a layup, but that seems to be the problem plaguing the WNBA now. The league’s unprecedented growth in recent years has also brought with it the challenges that visibility poses, and 11-time WNBA All-Star Nneka Ogwumike is done staying quiet about it.
The 'Most WNBA double-doubles' quiz
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Nneka Ogwumike News / Field Level Media / October 13
Nneka Ogwumike wins sportsmanship honor for fifth time
Los Angeles Sparks forward Nneka Ogwumike was named winner of the Kim Perrot Sportsmanship Award on Tuesday, extending her record for winning the award to five times.
Los Angeles Sparks News / Fadeaway World / October 12
Nneka Ogwumike Sends A Cryptic Hint To The League About The WNBA Commissioner Job
Nneka Ogwumike has made one request since announcing her retirement in August. She wants a vacation. A new Instagram post has fans wondering if that break comes with strings attached.
Los Angeles Sparks News / Fadeaway World / September 29
‘You Are One of One’: Chiney Ogwumike Sends Blunt Message To Sister Nneka Following WNBA Retirement
The 2026 WNBA season marked the final chapter of Los Angeles Sparks legend Nneka Ogwumike’s career. The 11-time All-Star announced her retirement during the final weeks of the regular season in an interview with Taylor Rooks.
WNBA News / Athlon Sports / September 26
Lexie Hull reacts to Nneka Ogwumike playing final WNBA game after 15 seasons
Lexie Hull celebrated WNBA legend Nneka Ogwumike’s career by reposting a social media post about her retirement. On Thursday, the WNBA wrapped up the regular season with the final set of games, which also marked the end of Ogwumike’s career.
WNBA News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 25
How Nneka Ogwumike’s final act of accountability sums up HOF career
LOS ANGELES – When the dust had cleared and the sting from the Los Angeles Sparks’ heartbreaking 76-75 loss to the Golden State Valkyries in the season finale had settled down a bit, Nneka Oguwmike stood before the home crowd and took accountability.
Los Angeles Sparks News / HerSportsNation / September 25
Nneka Ogwumike bids emotional farewell in final LA Sparks game
Nneka Ogwumike, the forward for the Los Angeles Sparks and 2016 WNBA MVP, ended her 15-year career by achieving her 19th double-double, setting a new franchise record for a single season.
Los Angeles Sparks News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 25
Sparks’ Nneka Ogwumike gives emotional farewell speech after final game
There was not a dry eye at Crypto.com Arena on Thursday when Los Angeles Sparks forward Nneka Ogwumike delivered her farewell speech after playing her final game in the WNBA.
WNBA News / EssentiallySports / September 25
WNBA Wastes No Time in Celebrating Nneka Ogwumike Ahead of Her Farwell Game vs. Golden State Valkyries
On Thursday night at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, women’s basketball legend Nneka Ogwumike will play her final WNBA game against the Golden State Valkyries.
WNBA News / Field Level Media / September 23
Valkyries looking to regain momentum in Sparks' Nneka Ogwumike's swan song
The Golden State Valkyries hope to regain some lost momentum entering the WNBA playoffs when they wrap up the regular season with a road game against the Los Angeles Sparks on Thursday night.
Nneka Ogwumike News / Field Level Media / September 20
Nneka Ogwumike reaches 8,000 career points in Sparks’ win over Fire
Nneka Ogwumike became just the fourth player in WNBA history to reach 8,000 career points on Sunday as the Los Angeles Sparks rolled over the visiting Portland Fire 105-84.
Los Angeles Sparks News / HITC / September 18
Nneka Ogwumike reveals ‘first thing’ she would change as WNBA commissioner
Nneka Ogwumike laid out her top priority for leading the WNBA, should she be appointed as the next commissioner. As speculation grows around who will replace Cathy Engelbert as WNBA commissioner, WNBPA president Nneka Ogwumike has emerged as a serious candidate in the conversation.
Los Angeles Sparks News / HerSportsNation / September 17
Nneka Ogwumike shares frustration over WNBA’s growing popularity
The WNBA has broken viewer records by reaching 88.5 million unique viewers prior to the All-Star break; this is more than all of 2025. However, for forward Nneka Ogwumike of the Los Angeles Sparks, it does not necessarily mean recognition for her game.
Los Angeles Sparks News / Fadeaway World / September 17
Nneka Ogwumike Reveals What ‘Really Sucks’ About The WNBA Getting So Much Attention
The WNBA has spent years trying to grow its audience. Nneka Ogwumike believes the league is now dealing with one of the unavoidable consequences of that growth: plenty of people are paying attention for reasons that have little to do with basketball.
Los Angeles Sparks News / Yardbarker / September 10
Top candidates to replace WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert
Engelbert's seven-year run as WNBA commissioner is coming to an end, and the league now faces one of the most important decisions in its history.
WNBA News / Field Level Media / August 30
Nneka Ogwumike, Sparks roll past last-place Storm
Nneka Ogwumike posted a double-double with 23 points and 12 rebounds to lead the Los Angeles Sparks to a 90-74 victory against the host Seattle Storm on Sunday afternoon.
Los Angeles Sparks News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / August 21
Nneka Ogwumike’s top 7 WNBA career moments
Los Angeles Sparks star Nneka Ogwumike announced on Wednesday that her 15-year professional career will come to an end at the end of the 2026 WNBA season.
Los Angeles Sparks News / EssentiallySports / August 21
'Rally the Troops': Sparks Coach Turns Nneka Ogwumike’s Retirement Into Motivation as Team Fights to Finish Strong
Nneka Ogwumike shocked the WNBA world after she announced her retirement earlier this week. The 15-year veteran is still one of the top players in the league, but her last WNBA season hasn’t been how she would have liked to say goodbye to her professional career.
Los Angeles Sparks News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / August 20
Nneka Ogwumike’s firm admission amid retirement plans
Los Angeles Sparks star Nneka Ogwumike shook up the WNBA world this week when she announced that this season would be her last before heading off into retirement.
Los Angeles Sparks News / Beyond Women's Sports / August 20
Nneka Ogwumike to Retire Following the 2026 WNBA Season
Without question, the WNBA took great strides as the league saw never before seen growth thanks to the new CBA. One of the key individuals behind it was Nneka Ogwumike, also known as Madame President.
WNBA News / Larry Brown Sports / August 19
15-year WNBA veteran plans to retire after season
Nneka Ogwumike is finishing up her 15th season in the WNBA, and it turns out that this one will be her last. During an episode of “Boardroom Talk” with Taylor Rooks, Ogwumike revealed that this will be her final season in the league.
WNBA News / Yardbarker / April 22
Five most impactful WNBA offseason additions: Angel Reese could be living the dream in Atlanta
The WNBA is back. Training camps opened Sunday, and the first preseason games are set for this Saturday. As the league's 30th season gets underway, we've previously looked at five players to watch as well as most improved teams. Here is our list of five most impactful offseason additions.
Nneka Ogwumike Climbs Higher on WNBA’s Postseason Record Books
In a career defined by consistency, leadership, and quiet dominance, Seattle Storm veteran Nneka Ogwumike added another milestone to her résumé. With seven
Seattle Storm News / Seattle Storm on SI / September 3, 2025
Nneka Ogwumike Adds Another Milestone in Historic 2025 Season
Nneka Ogwumike wasted no time making history in the Seattle Storm’s matchup against the Los Angeles Sparks.The veteran forward made her first two three-pointers of the night which placed her among a select group of players.
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