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Nneka Ogwumike Named WNBA Western Conference Player of the Week

Nigerian-born former WNBA MVP Nneka Ogwumike joins the Seattle Storm from the LA Storm.
Nigerian-born former WNBA MVP Nneka Ogwumike joins the Seattle Storm from the LA Storm.
Nigerian born Nneka Ogwumike Named WNBA Western Conference Player of the Week.
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Seasoned forward for the Seattle Storm Nneka Ogwumike has once again proven her dominance on the court.

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She earning the WNBA Western Conference Player of the Week honors for Week 5 of the 2025 season.

Ogwumike earns award

Ogwumike’s stellar performance averaged an impressive 25.7 points, 8.0 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game over the week.

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Following her move from the Los Angeles Sparks, this recognition comes as a testament to her resurgence with the Storm.

This performance builds on her recent hot streak, including a standout 26-point outing against the New York Liberty.

She shot an efficient 12-of-17 from the field and added seven rebounds, two blocks, and two steals.

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Her ability to consistently surpass the 20-point mark—achieved seven times this season—underscores her return to elite form.

Ogwumike is expected to feature for the Seattle Storm as they take on the Indiana Fever.

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