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WNBA·June 11, 2026 01:53 AM ET

Nneka Ogwumike Passes Sylvia Fowles for 16th on All-Time Free Throws List

Veteran forward reaches 1,353 career makes in Cup play.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jun 111 min read
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🚨 Ogwumike moves up on the free-throws made leaderboard! Nneka Ogwumike has passed Sylvia Fowles on the all‑time free

What happened: During a Commissioner's Cup matchup, Nneka Ogwumike moved into 16th place on the WNBA's all-time free throws made leaderboard. Ogwumike surpassed Sylvia Fowles by reaching 1,353 career makes at the charity stripe.

Why it matters: The milestone cements Ogwumike's status as one of the most consistent interior scorers in league history. Her ability to draw contact and convert remains a primary engine for the Los Angeles Sparks' offense as she continues a record-breaking 2026 campaign.

By the numbers: 1,353: Career free throws made, moving into 16th all-time. 1,352: Free throws made by Sylvia Fowles, now 17th. 5th: Ogwumike's current rank in all-time WNBA scoring.

What to watch: Ogwumike will look to climb further up the scoring and rebounding charts as the season progresses. Fans will monitor her production alongside evolving rumors regarding her long-term future with the Sparks.

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