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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.
The 'WNBA 20-point, 10-assist games' quiz
How many of the 24 WNBA players to score 20 points and dish out 10 assists in the same game multiple time can you name in five minutes?
WNBA News / EssentiallySports / September 25
Mystics Fan Escorted Out After Free-Throw Antics, Nneka Ogwumike Bids Farewell, A’ja Wilson’s Big Night & More
The final night of the WNBA regular season delivered everything fans could have asked for. There were franchise records, playoff implications, legendary
Los Angeles Sparks News / Swish Appeal / September 25
How the Los Angeles Sparks celebrated Nneka Ogwumike in the final game of her WNBA career 
The Los Angeles Sparks’ regular-season finale against the the Golden State Valkyries was less about the result and more of a celebration of Nneka Ogwumike.
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 / Silver Screen & Roll / September 25
Sparks fall in Nneka Ogwumike’s final game
A fourth-quarter collapse ended the nearly storybook ending for Nneka Ogwumike’s illustrious career. After leading for much of the game, the Sparks were outscored 30-20 in the fourth quarter to see the Valkyries steal a win in the season finale, 76-75.
Los Angeles Sparks News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 24
Sparks players pay tribute to Nneka Ogwumike before final WNBA game
Every great career eventually reaches its final game, and for Los Angeles Sparks forward Nneka Ogwumike, that moment has arrived. On Thursday, she suited up against the Golden State Valkyries to close out her legendary journey 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.
Los Angeles Sparks News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 24
Exclusive: Cameron Brink’s heartfelt sentiment ahead of Nneka Ogwumike’s final Sparks game
When Los Angeles Sparks star Nneka Ogwumike first announced her retirement plans back in mid-August, it seemed like it was so far away. But that moment has finally arrived as the Sparks face off against the Golden State Valkyries in their season finale on Thursday.
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.
Los Angeles Sparks 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.
WNBA News / EssentiallySports / September 17
'Inherently Adversarial': Basketball Analyst Flags Biggest Issue With Nneka Ogwumike Becoming WNBA Commissioner
With Cathy Engelbert announcing she will retire as the WNBA Commissioner, the speculation is on. Who will fill in the shoes of the woman who, despite the controversies around player safety and more, led the league to new financial heights?
Los Angeles Sparks News / EssentiallySports / September 11
'Blessing in Disguise': Nneka Ogwumike Reveals True Thoughts Over Announcing WNBA Retirement on Her Own Terms
As the Los Angeles Sparks come to terms with the loss of their veteran court general, Nneka Ogwumike recently expressed how pleased she is with the way her storied career is coming to a close.
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.
Los Angeles Sparks News / EssentiallySports / September 9
'Would Feel Disingenuous': WNBA Journalist Makes Strong Case Against Nneka Ogwumike as Cathy Engelbert’s Successor
Ever since Cathy Engelbert announced that she would be stepping down as WNBA commissioner after six years, speculation has been around who the next person to take over such a tricky role could be.
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 / HerSportsNation / August 21
Nneka Ogwumike’s Sister Reveals How She Knew It Was Time to Move On
WNBA Veteran Nneka Ogwumike’s retirement decision may have left many in disbelief. But not her sister, Chiney Ogwumike. Sister bonds are just built different.
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.
Los Angeles Sparks News / Field Level Media / August 19
Former MVP Nneka Ogwumike to retire at end of season
Los Angeles Sparks forward Nneka Ogwumike, a 2016 WNBA MVP, 11-time All-Star and president of the Women's National Basketball Players Association, announced that she will retire at the end of the season.
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.
Seattle Storm News / Yardbarker / October 21, 2024
Why WNBA CBA re-negotiation appears to be rare positive moment in sports politics
The Women's National Basketball Players Association (WNBPA) announced Monday that it has opted out of the current collective bargaining agreement and will enter into negotiations with the league for a new deal.
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