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Nneka Ogwumike announced on Instagram and X that she is leaving the Seattle Storm after two seasons. The 35-year-old former MVP and 10-time All-Star thanked Seattle in the posts and is entering free agency, having spent 12 seasons with the Los Angeles Sparks prior to joining the Storm. She is not listed on Seattle’s roster, and the team has offered no comment as negotiations begin.
On September 16, 2025, Seattle's sports scene made history with Cal Raleigh breaking a 64-year-old MLB home run record, Dominic Canzone tying the Mariners' single-season home run record, and the Seattle Storm upsetting the Vegas Aces in the WNBA playoffs, all on a day marked by record temperatures and intense playoff action.
The Seattle Storm secured the final playoff spot in the WNBA by narrowly defeating the Golden State Valkyries, while the Los Angeles Sparks were eliminated after losing to the Phoenix Mercury. The playoff matchups are set, with the top seed going to the Minnesota Lynx, and the postseason beginning soon, featuring a mix of best-of-three, best-of-five, and best-of-seven series.
The Indiana Fever defeated the Seattle Storm 95-75, moving into 6th place in the WNBA standings, with key performances from Aliyah Boston and Odyssey Sims, and Seattle's streak ending after a strong first half.
The Seattle Storm have experienced a five-game losing streak and internal issues, including reports of locker room altercations and a trade request from veteran Alysha Clark, raising concerns about team chemistry and their playoff prospects amid recent struggles and roster changes.
The Washington Mystics traded All-Star Brittney Sykes to the Seattle Storm in exchange for Alysha Clark and a 2026 first-round pick, aiming to strengthen the Storm's offense while the Mystics look to build for the future amid a recent losing streak.
The Seattle Storm will unveil a statue of WNBA legend Sue Bird outside Climate Pledge Arena on August 17, celebrating her illustrious 21-season career, leadership, and impact on women's sports, making the Storm the first WNBA franchise to dedicate a statue to a former player.
Dallas Wings rookie Paige Bueckers is out due to a knee injury, missing her fifth game, while other WNBA news includes the Storm's win over the Sun, and Candace Parker preparing for her jersey retirement with the Los Angeles Sparks.
Caitlin Clark experienced a significant shooting slump with only six points in the Fever's 94-86 win over the Storm, as Aliyah Boston and Kelsey Mitchell led Indiana with strong performances, including Boston's career-high 31 points. Despite Clark's struggles from beyond the arc, the Fever secured the victory with a dominant third quarter and a balanced team effort.
Caitlin Clark, struggling with her shooting in recent games, was praised by Seattle Storm coach Noelle Quinn for her playmaking ability and versatility on the court, despite her shooting difficulties during a game against the Storm.
The WNBA investigated an allegation that a Seattle Storm assistant coach cursed at a Las Vegas Aces player after a game, but found no evidence of violations. The league clarified that there is no ongoing investigation into the Storm regarding this incident, which followed a previous harassment and bullying investigation involving the Storm's coaching staff.
The Golden State Valkyries became the WNBA's newest team after selecting 11 players in the expansion draft, marking a significant milestone for the league. While the expansion is a win for the WNBA, the lack of transparency regarding protected player lists was criticized. Monique Billings benefited by being selected, potentially securing a lucrative contract. Caitlin Clark lost a key teammate, Temi Fagbenle, affecting her team's dynamics. The New York Liberty managed to avoid major losses, while the Seattle Storm faced embarrassment as no players were selected from their roster, highlighting their ongoing challenges.
Jewell Loyd, a six-time All-Star guard for the Seattle Storm, has requested a trade following the conclusion of an investigation into allegations of harassment and bullying by the team's coaching staff, which found no violations. Loyd, who filed the complaint, has been a key player for the Storm since 2015, helping them win two WNBA titles. Despite signing a two-year extension in 2023, Loyd's request comes amid a franchise transition and after a challenging season where the team was eliminated in the first playoff round.
Jewell Loyd, a two-time WNBA champion with the Seattle Storm, has requested a trade following an investigation into alleged harassment and bullying within the team, which found no violations. Despite re-signing with the Storm in 2023 and influencing the signing of key free agents, Loyd's decision comes amid concerns about team chemistry and dynamics. The Storm, who finished 25-15 in 2024 but were swept in the playoffs, face a potential roster overhaul with upcoming free agency and an expansion draft.
An external investigation into allegations of harassment and bullying by the Seattle Storm's coaching staff concluded with no findings of policy violations. The investigation, which began after internal reports of potential workplace issues, found no evidence of discrimination, harassment, or bullying. The Storm emphasized their commitment to a respectful work environment. The investigation was initially reported by the Chicago Sun-Times and confirmed by ESPN. Head coach Noelle Quinn and her staff, including former WNBA players, were part of the team during the 2024 season.