Nneka Ogwumike added another milestone to her legendary WNBA career on Wednesday, moving into sixth place on the league’s all-time scoring list during the Seattle Storm’s 67-58 win over the Golden State Valkyries.
The 10-time All-Star scored 22 points on 7-of-15 shooting while also tallying eight rebounds, a steal, a block, and one assist. It was a strong all-around performance that helped lift the Storm just before the league’s All-Star break.
Nneka Ogwumike moves to sixth on WNBA’s all-time scoring list
Ogwumike entered the night with 6,874 career points, needing 22 to pass Candice Dupree’s total of 6,895. She hit that mark exactly, bringing her career total to 6,896.
“ELEVATE,” the WNBA posted in celebration of the moment. “With 22 PTS today vs. the Valkyries, Nneka Ogwumike passes Candice Dupree to claim 6th place on the All-Time Scoring List!”
ELEVATE 📈
With 22 PTS today vs. the Valkyries, Nneka Ogwumike passes Candice Dupree (6,895 points) to claim 6th place on the All-Time Scoring List!#WelcometotheW pic.twitter.com/g8hB09fTqC
— WNBA (@WNBA) July 16, 2025
At 35, Ogwumike continues to play at an elite level. Her scoring average has risen to 17.1 points per game this season, proving she remains one of the league’s most consistent and dangerous offensive threats.
While reaching the top five this season may be just out of reach, she still trails Tamika Catchings by 485 points, another solid year could easily change that. If Ogwumike returns for the 2026 season and maintains her current pace, she could pass Catchings (7,381 career points), Tina Thompson (7,488), and even DeWanna Bonner (7,575), who currently sits at No. 3 but remains active.
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The top two spots are safely held for now. Tina Charles (8,040 points) and Diana Taurasi (10,646) lead the all-time list, and it would take several more dominant seasons for any current player to challenge them.
Ogwumike’s rise has been steady and impressive. After spending her entire career with the Los Angeles Sparks, she signed with the Seattle Storm ahead of the 2025 season, bringing veteran leadership to a younger squad. Her presence has helped Seattle stay competitive in a tight league race heading into the All Star break.
Seattle won the game 67-58 over Golden State.
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