Nneka Ogwumike leaves WNBA transformed, forever marked by her influence

Nneka Ogwumike is set to play the final game of her 15-season WNBA career on Thursday, September 25, 2026. The veteran forward's retirement marks the end of a storied tenure in which she made a significant impact both on and off the court. Over the final 36 days of her career, coaches, teammates, and opponents paid tribute to her lasting influence on the league.