Nneka Ogwumike - WNBA News, Rumors, & Updates

Morrow has 17 points and 14 rebounds, Sun beats Sparks 84-81 to snap a 3-game skid

Aneesah Morrow had 17 points and 14 rebounds, her fourth consecutive game with a double-double, and the Connecticut Sun beat the Los Angeles Sparks 84-81

2 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Los Angeles Sparks vs. Washington Mystics | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | May 29, 2026

1 DAY AGO • YOUTUBE

Wheeler's late burst, Ogwumike's double-double help Sparks beat Mystics 92-87

Erica Wheeler scored eight of her 21 points in the final 70 seconds, Nneka Ogwumike had 20 points and 11 rebounds, and the Los Angeles Sparks beat the Washington Mystics 92-87

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Full stat line in win Ogwumike supplied 20 points (8-17 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 3-5 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block across 33 minutes in Friday's 92-87 win over the Mystics.

Impact Ogwumike returned from a one-game absence due to a hand injury and dropped a season-high-tying 20 points, finishing as Los Angeles' second-leading scorer. The veteran center also grabbed a game- and season-best 11 rebounds, securing her second double-double on the campaign and first since the regular-season opener. Ogwumike put up a season-high 17 field-goal attempts in the win and will likely continue seeing an increased role on the offensive end in Kelsey Plum's (ankle) stead.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Removed from injury report Ogwumike (hand) is off the injury report for Friday's game against the Mystics.

Impact Following a one-game absence with a hand injury, Ogwumike is ready to return to the lineup Friday. Cameron Brink is likely to move back to the second unit to make way for Ogwumike at center. Ogwumike has logged at least 10 points and five rebounds in each of her first five appearances.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Not expected to miss much time Ogwumike (hand) had imaging done to determine the severity of the left-hand injury sustained in Thursday's 97-88 win over Phoenix, independent WNBA journalist Justin Russo reports.

Impact While not much has been revealed about Ogwumike's hand injury, head coach Lynne Roberts indicated that it "shouldn't be a long term issue," although she did acknowledge that the 35-year-old is battling "inflammation, soreness and pain." The Sparks don't play again for nearly a week after Saturday's clash with the Aces, so there should be more updates before then. With Ogwumike sidelined against Las Vegas, Cameron Brink will take her place in the starting lineup.

MAY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play versus Aces Ogwumike (hand) is listed as out for Saturday's game against Las Vegas.

Impact Ogwumike is dealing with a left-hand injury and will miss her first game of the 2026 campaign. The Sparks don't play again for nearly a week, so the 35-year-old will have some time to recover, assuming the issue isn't anything too serious. With Ogwumike sidelined Saturday, Cameron Brink is the favorite to take her spot in the starting lineup versus the Aces.

MAY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Saturday Ogwumike (hand) is listed as probable for Saturday's game against the Aces.

Impact Ogwumike is dealing with a left hand issue but is likely to suit up in Las Vegas. The veteran center has been efficient through five regular-season games, averaging 15.6 points, 6.6 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.8 three-pointers and 1.2 steals while shooting 55.8 percent from the field and 64.3 percent from deep in 31.8 minutes per tilt.

MAY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Nneka Ogwumike just passed another WNBA legend in career scoring | Sporting News Climbing on up..

MAY 22 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Los Angeles Sparks vs. Phoenix Mercury | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | May 21, 2026

MAY 22 • YOUTUBE

Scores 17 in loss Ogwumike contributed 17 points (6-10 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), seven rebounds and three assists over 31 minutes in Sunday's 106-96 loss to the Tempo.

Impact Ogwumike turned in solid production in both the scoring and rebounding departments, though it proved not to be enough as the Sparks fell to 1-3. The center has scored in double figures in all four games this season, including a 20-point performance Friday, and has also knocked down at least one triple in each contest.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Sykes has career-high 38 points to help Tempo get first road win, 106-96 over Sparks

Brittney Sykes scored a career-high 38 points, rookie Kiki Rice added 19 in her first start and the Toronto Tempo raced past the Los Angeles Sparks 106-96

MAY 18 • Associated Press

Tallies 20 points vs. Toronto Ogwumike produced 20 points (8-11 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five rebounds, three assists and one steal in 32 minutes during Friday's 99-95 win over Toronto.

Impact It was a strong performance from Ogwumike on Friday, who finished second on the Sparks in points, rebounds and point-differential. Through three regular-season games, the veteran center is averaging 16.3 points, 6.7 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 1.7 threes and 1.7 steals over 32.0 minutes per contest.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Sparks get off to fast start, hold off Tempo 99-95 behind Plum's 25 points

Kelsey Plum scored 18 of her 25 points in the second half and the Los Angeles Sparks used a fast start before holding off the Toronto Tempo 99-95 on Friday night for their first wi...

MAY 16 • Associated Press

Caitlin Clark, Kelsey Mitchell lead the Fever past the Sparks, 87-78

Caitlin Clark had 24 points and nine assists, Kelsey Mitchell added 23 points, and the Indiana Fever beat the Los Angeles Sparks 87-78

MAY 14 • Associated Press

Posts double-double in team debut Ogwumike closed with 19 points (7-15 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists and one steal over 33 minutes during Sunday's 105-78 loss to the Aces.

Impact Ogwumike is back in Los Angeles after two seasons with the Storm, and she posted a double-double in her return. It was her first double-double in purple and gold since going for 18 points and 11 rebounds on Aug. 29, 2023 against the Sky. She is 35 years old, but she still has plenty of basketball left in the tank. Ogwumike is part of a Big Three in L.A. with Dearica Hamby and Kelsey Plum.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

After the CBA opened the floodgates, some notable WNBA All-Stars decided to play closer to home

All-Stars Brittney Griner, Nneka Ogwumike, Skylar Diggins and Satou Sabally all found new places to play this season, taking advantage of free agency

MAY 5 • Associated Press

Leads Sparks in preseason finale Ogwumike recorded 17 points (5-9 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 5-7 FT), four rebounds, five assists and one steal in 20 minutes during Sunday's 85-75 preseason win over Portland

Impact Ogwumike led all scorers in her first preseason game back with the Sparks after sitting out the team's exhibition against Nigeria. She rejoined Los Angeles this offseason after averaging 18.3 points and 7.9 rebounds per game with Seattle in 2025, earning her 10th All-Star selection and Second Team All-WNBA honors. Head coach Lynne Roberts noted it was the first time the Sparks' new starting five played together, and Ogwumike's ability to stretch the floor and distribute should make them a legitimate contender when they open the regular season against Las Vegas on Sunday.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Los Angeles Sparks vs. Portland Fire | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | May 3, 2026

MAY 4 • YOUTUBE

Not listed on report for Sunday Ogwumike (lower body) isn't listed on the Sparks' injury report for Sunday's preseason game against the Fire, independent WNBA writer Justin Russo reports.

Impact Ogwumike is set to return to action in the Sparks' preseason finale following a one-game absence due to a lower-body injury. The veteran center appeared in all 44 regular-season games for the Storm in 2025, during which she averaged 18.3 points, 7.0 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.1 steals in 30.9 minutes per showing.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Full participant in practice Ogwumike (lower body) was a full practice participant Monday, per independent WNBA writer Justin Russo.

Impact Ogwumike sat out Saturday's exhibition game against Nigeria due to a lower-body injury, but she seems to be progressing well. Her last chance to see preseason action arrives Sunday in Portland.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Ogwumike (lower body) has been ruled out for Saturday's exhibition game against Nigeria, independent WNBA writer Justin Russo reports.

Impact Ogwumike is dealing with a lower-body injury and will sit out the Sparks' first exhibition game. Her final chance to suit up ahead of the regular season will come May 3 in Portland.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Saturday Ogwumike is questionable for Saturday's exhibition game against Nigeria due to a lower-body injury, independent WNBA writer Justin Russo reports.

Impact The severity of the lower-body injury is unclear, though Ogwumike could sit out the Sparks' first exhibition game ahead of the regular season. If the veteran center is unable to suit up, Cameron Brink, Sania Feagin and Emma Cannon could see increased playing time.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

Nneka Ogwumike's return to the Sparks should scare the rest of the WNBA The Los Angeles Sparks just got a lot more dangerous.

APRIL 10 • FANSIDED.COM

Nneka Ogwumike to return to the Los Angeles Sparks, where she spent first 12 years of her career

Nneka Ogwumike is headed back to the Los Angeles Sparks

APRIL 10 • Associated Press

NNEKA OGWUMIKE NEWS

NEWS

BIO

STATS

VIDEOS

GAME LOG

Morrow has 17 points and 14 rebounds, Sun beats Sparks 84-81 to snap a 3-game skid

Wheeler's late burst, Ogwumike's double-double help Sparks beat Mystics 92-87

Sykes has career-high 38 points to help Tempo get first road win, 106-96 over Sparks

Sparks get off to fast start, hold off Tempo 99-95 behind Plum's 25 points

Caitlin Clark, Kelsey Mitchell lead the Fever past the Sparks, 87-78

After the CBA opened the floodgates, some notable WNBA All-Stars decided to play closer to home

Nneka Ogwumike to return to the Los Angeles Sparks, where she spent first 12 years of her career