Nneka Ogwumike sets WNBA records while leading Sparks in scoring
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 11:46 AM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Nneka Ogwumike of the Los Angeles Sparks continues her remarkable career by setting multiple records in July 2026. She recently became the Sparks' all-time scoring leader and tied Diana Taurasi with her 11th All-Star selection. Ogwumike also surpassed Maya Moore to become the all-time leading scorer in WNBA All-Star history. Despite the Sparks' struggles with a 10-16 record and injuries impacting the team, Ogwumike is averaging 17.1 points per game and has recorded double-doubles in four of her last five appearances. The Sparks hope to leverage Ogwumike's experience as they work to improve their season.
- •Ogwumike leads Sparks with 17.1 points per game this season.
- •She became the all-time scoring leader for the Sparks on July 17.
- •Ogwumike tied Taurasi for second-most All-Star selections in WNBA history.
- •The Sparks sit sixth in the Western Conference at the All-Star break.
- •Ogwumike returned to the Sparks after two years in Seattle.
- 11:46 AMYahoo Sports — Inside Nneka Ogwumike's unmatched longevity in the WNBA
"Nneka Ogwumike's last three weeks include becoming the Sparks scoring leader, an 11th All-Star selection and the WNBA All-Star scoring record holder.
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