Seattle Storm waive guard Lexie Brown amid transition period
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 3:09 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
The Seattle Storm waived guard Lexie Brown on June 9, 2026, following a difficult season start of 3-9 under new coach Sonia Raman. Brown, who averaged 3.8 points and 1.1 assists in 14.8 minutes per game, had limited playing time due to competition in the guard rotation, while also reportedly dealing with Crohn's disease. This decision appears aimed at reshaping the roster, as the Storm have promoted Taylor Thierry from a developmental contract. The move has divided fan opinions, many questioning the release of an experienced player like Brown, despite her struggles on the court.
- •Seattle Storm are 3-9 after 12 games this season.
- •Lexie Brown averaged 3.8 points in limited minutes.
- •Taylor Thierry is promoted from developmental contract.
- •Brown has faced challenges with Crohn's disease.
- •Fans expressed mixed reactions to Brown's release.
- 3:09 AMYahoo Sports — WNBA World Divided as Seattle Storm Waive Veteran Guard Lexie Brown
"The Seattle Storm are a team in transition. The young side, featuring multiple talented future superstars like Dominique Malonga, Awa Fam, and Flau’jae Johnson, has not quite found its footing.
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