Tag: Nneka Ogwumike

Nneka Ogwumike Plans to Continue Playing in Project B After WNBA Retirement

Brandon King

Nneka Ogwumike’s WNBA career may be coming to an end, but the veteran forward isn’t ready to step away from professional basketball. According to Front Office Sports, Ogwumike intends to play in Project B, a new global women’s basketball league scheduled to debut in January 2027. The development comes shortly after Ogwumike announced that she will retire from the WNBA following the 2026 season, bringing an end to a decorated 15-year career that includes a WNBA championship, MVP award and 11 All-Star selections. Project B will give Ogwumike an opportunity…

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Nneka Ogwumike Announces Retirement After 2026 WNBA Season

Brandon King

Nneka Ogwumike is calling it a career after the 2026 WNBA season. After 15 seasons in the WNBA, the longtime superstar has announced that this will be her final season, bringing one of the most accomplished careers in league history toward its conclusion. “I feel very fulfilled with the 15 years that I’ve been able to play and compete at such a high level and I am proud to say that I am retiring from the WNBA.” Ogwumike entered the WNBA as the No. 1 overall pick in the 2012…

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