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Nneka Ogwumike reflects on 15-year WNBA career ahead of retirement

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 11:29 PM

Last updated Sep 22, 2026

Nneka Ogwumike reflects on 15-year WNBA career ahead of retirement

Summary

Nneka Ogwumike of the Sparks will play her final game on Thursday after a distinguished 15-year career in the WNBA. The former MVP and champion expressed her gratitude for the experiences gained during her time in the league. Ogwumike is the all-time leading scorer for the Sparks and ranks fourth in WNBA history with over 8,000 points. Despite hopes for a playoff return, the Sparks' season has not met expectations, finishing well behind playoff contention. Ogwumike intends to focus on mentoring younger players, particularly Cameron Brink, as she concludes her career.

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By the Numbers

•Ogwumike will retire after playing her last game for the Sparks on Thursday.
•She is the Sparks' all-time leading scorer with 8,013 points.
•Ogwumike was the first overall pick in the 2012 WNBA Draft.
•The Sparks are not making the playoffs this season, finishing 10 games out.
•Ogwumike aims to mentor younger teammates like Cameron Brink in her final games.

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11:29 PMYahoo Sports — Sparks star Nneka Ogwumike 'grateful' for her 15-year career

What they're saying

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The franchise's all-time leader in points and rebounds is a former WNBA champion, MVP and rookie of the year. She's still focused on playing last game.
— Yahoo Sports

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