Awa Fam - WNBA News, Rumors, & Updates

Strong outing despite loss Fam logged 22 points (8-13 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds and one block across 35 minutes during Wednesday's 103-91 loss to the Wings.

Impact Fam erupted for a season-high 22 points after averaging just 6.3 points across Seattle's first three games following the World Cup break. The rookie also established season highs in made three-pointers and minutes while committing no turnovers.

SEPTEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Paige Bueckers scores 25, Jessica Shepard secures another triple-double and Wings beat Storm 103-91

Paige Bueckers scored 25 points to go with seven assists, Jessica Shepard had 20 points, 11 rebounds and 12 assists for her WNBA-leading sixth triple-double of the season, and the...

SEPTEMBER 24 • Associated Press

Approaches double-double in loss Fam amassed eight points (3-8 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 0-2 FT), nine rebounds and two assists over 29 minutes during Saturday's 70-57 loss to Golden State.

Impact Fam drew a second consecutive start Saturday and came within two points and one rebound of her second double-double of the season. The 20-year-old has been stellar on the boards since the Storm resumed play, racking up nine rebounds in each of her last two appearances.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Aces Fam will start in Thursday's game against Las Vegas.

Impact Fam has started 22 times during the 2026 campaign. In those appearances, she has averaged 11.1 points, 6.3 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.1 blocks over 30.8 minutes per contest.

SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Set to active Fam was set to active Wednesday.

Impact The Storm are reactivating Fam's contract following the FIBA World Cup. The rookie center has come off the bench in seven of her last eight games and should slot back into the backup role behind Dominique Malonga on Thursday against the Aces.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Just shy of double-double Sunday Fam ended with 10 points (5-6 FG, 0-1 3Pt), nine rebounds and three assists across 26 minutes in Spain's 81-58 FIBA World Cup win over Germany on Sunday.

Impact Fam ended just one rebound away from her second double-double of the 2026 FIBA World Cup. The 20-year-old rookie has had some productive performances for the Storm throughout her inaugural campaign. She also played well during the FIBA World Cup, averaging 10.8 points, 7.2 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.0 blocks over 25.7 minutes per contest in five appearances.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Double-doubles in World Cup win Fam (not injury related) generated 16 points (7-18 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists and one steal across 27 minutes in Spain's 79-59 FIBA World Cup win over Japan on...

Impact Although she didn't deliver her most efficient outing Monday, Fam still bounced back after scoring just four points on 2-of-7 shooting in Saturday's loss to Mali. The 20-year-old led Spain in rebounds and was the team's second-leading scorer, resulting in her lone double-double of the group phase. She had her contract temporarily suspended by the Storm ahead of the World Cup, and her next chance to play for the club will come against the Aces on Sept. 17. For now, Fam and Spain will prepare for the quarterfinals Thursday, when they'll face the winner of Wednesday's matchup between Italy and Australia.

SEPTEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Drops 17 points in Friday's World Cup win Fam (not injury related) finished with 17 points (6-9 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, three blocks, two assists and two steals across 25 minutes in Spain's 83-53 FIBA World Cu...

Impact Fam led all players in scoring in an efficient outing Friday. She also made her presence felt on the defensive end, recording a game-best three swats while tying for the game high in steals. Fam had her contract temporarily suspended by the Storm ahead of the World Cup, and her next chance to play for the club will come against the Aces on Sept. 17. Fam and Spain will now prepare for Saturday's game against Mali.

SEPTEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Nneka Ogwumike has 23 points and 12 rebounds as Sparks beat Storm 90-74

Nneka Ogwumike had 23 points and 12 rebounds, Rae Burrell scored 22 points, and the Los Angeles Sparks beat the Seattle Storm 90-74 in their final game before the FIBA World Cup br...

AUGUST 30 • Associated Press

The WNBA's future is global. Seattle Storm rookie Awa Fam is what it looks like Awa Fam is making her World Cup debut amid a tough season for the Storm. The rookie is part of an exciting future for her franchise and the...

AUGUST 28 • USATODAY.COM

Contract temporarily suspended Fam had her contract temporarily suspended Thursday.

Impact Fam is heading to Germany for World Cup play. She should rejoin the Storm for the Sep. 17 game against the Aces.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

Flau'jae Johnson scores 20 points and the Storm beat the short-handed Tempo 90-78

Flau’jae Johnson scored 20 points, Dominique Malonga added 18 and the Seattle Storm beat the short-handed Toronto Tempo 90-78 on Wednesday night

AUGUST 27 • Associated Press

Not starting Wednesday Fam is not listed in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game versus Toronto, Zulfi Sheikh of Sportsnet reports.

Impact Fam started in Sunday's 92-70 loss to the Wings, though she went scoreless in 25 minutes of work. With Fam heading back to the bench, Jordan Horston will enter the starting lineup for the fourth time in her last five games.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

Scoreless in start Fam accumulated zero points (0-5 FG, 0-3 3Pt), six rebounds and one steal across 25 minutes during Sunday's 92-70 loss to the Wings.

Impact Fam wasn't able to generate anything offensively in her start. In her previous two games, Fam produced averages of 17.0 points and 7.0 rebounds.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Sunday Fam will start Sunday's game against the Wings.

Impact Natisha Hiedeman (shoulder) will miss a second consecutive contest, though Fam will get the starting nod instead of Jordan Horston. Fam has averaged 11.6 points, 6.3 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 1.2 blocks and 0.8 steals in 31.0 minutes per contest across 21 starts this season.

AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE

Steps up with 14 points off bench Fam provided 14 points (5-10 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, two assists and one steal in 29 minutes during Sunday's 82-80 loss to the Sky.

Impact Fam picked up some extra minutes with Jordan Horston (shoulder) unable to return to the game after playing just nine minutes. Fam hit a pair of key three-pointers down the stretch, nearly helping the Storm overcome a late deficit. Fam could see some additional run, and potentially move back into the starting lineup, should Horston be forced to the shelf.

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE

Sky snap a six-game losing streak on the road with an 82-80 victory over the Storm

Kamilla Cardoso had 22 points and 12 rebounds, Natasha Cloud scored 20 points and the Chicago Sky ended a six-game losing streak on the road with an 82-80 victory over the Seattle...

AUGUST 16 • Associated Press

Drops 20 points in loss Fam finished Friday's 84-82 loss to the Fire with 20 points (7-12 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds and one steal across 22 minutes off the bench.

Impact After being held to three points on 1-of-6 shooting in her previous two appearances, Fam bounced back in a major way Friday. The rookie turned in an efficient performance and led the Storm in triples en route to a game-high-tying 20 points. She was also one of four Seattle players to grab at least eight rebounds. Although she will likely continue to come off the bench with Ezi Magbegor healthy, Fam is making a strong case for increased playing time moving forward following a two-game stretch in which she totaled just 31 minutes.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

WNBA Rookie Watch: Azzi Fudd Is a Postseason Key for Dallas Plus, a look at Sydney Taylor giving the Sky a silver lining and Spanish phenom Awa Fam rounding out the Storm’s young core.

AUGUST 13 • SI.COM

Malonga leads Seattle against Portland after 31-point game

Seattle visits the Portland Fire after Dominique Malonga scored 31 points in the Storm's 92-86 loss to the New York Liberty

AUGUST 7 • Associated Press

Solid outing off bench Fam produced 13 points (5-11 FG, 3-6 3Pt), five rebounds and three assists across 23 minutes during Wednesday's 92-86 loss to the Liberty.

Impact After starting 21 consecutive games, Fam has operated off the bench in two straight contests in favor of Ezi Magbegor. As a starter, the rookie has averaged 11.6 points, 6.3 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 1.2 blocks and 0.8 steals in 31.0 minutes per game. As a reserve, Fam has averaged only 8.0 points, 5.5 rebounds, 0.8 assists, 0.8 steals and 0.2 blocks.

AUGUST 6 • ROTOWIRE

New York Liberty beat the Seattle Storm again, extending Seattle's skid to 10

Breanna Stewart scored 28 points, Jonquel Jones added 14 points, 15 rebounds and seven assists, and the New York Liberty beat the Seattle Storm 92-86 on Wednesday night to complete...

AUGUST 6 • Associated Press

Seattle faces New York on 5-game road slide

Seattle heads into a matchup against New York as losers of five road games in a row

AUGUST 4 • Associated Press

Breanna Stewart and Jonquel Jones help New York beat Seattle for 5th win in past 6 games

Breanna Stewart scored 24 points and Jonquel Jones added 20 to help the New York Liberty beat the Seattle Storm 95-83

AUGUST 4 • Associated Press

Headed to bench Fam will come off the bench Monday versus the Liberty.

Impact Ezi Magbegor will replace Fam in the first unit for Monday's game. As a reserve this season, Fam owns averages of 7.8 points, 4.8 rebounds and 1.3 steals per game.

AUGUST 3 • ROTOWIRE

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