What happened: The league honored Ogwumike after her final game of the 2026 season. The 15-year veteran closed her tenure as a star, champion and leader.
Why it matters: Ogwumike won 2016 MVP and joined the 8,000-point club before the finale. Her career spanned a period of on-court and labor leadership that helped shape the modern WNBA.
By the numbers: 15 seasons played. 2016 league MVP. 8,000-plus career points entering finale.
What to watch: The 2026 WNBA playoffs begin Sunday with the bracket set. The postseason opens without one of the league's defining veterans.