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Growth, but not the result they want: Storm drop first game of road trip to Lynx in double overtime
The Seattle Storm weren’t able to exact revenge in their rematch against the Minnesota Lynx from the season opener back on Tuesday, as the Lynx pulled away in the second overtime period to deal the Storm the loss despite some strong play late and adjustments made throughout the game.
Immediate reaction: Lynx outlast Storm in double OT thriller, 102-93
In a rematch from the season opener at home on Tuesday, our Seattle Storm fell to the Minnesota Lynx once again despite a late push that forced this game into double overtime. Despite the negative results, Seattle sees growth early into the season.
Immediate reaction: Seattle Storm drop season opener to Minnesota Lynx, 83-70
The Seattle Storm dropped their 2024 season opener to the Minnesota Lynx, 83-70, as Seattle was unable to generate any consistent offense in the second half and the Lynx used their toughness to take advantage.
Storm legend Sue Bird joins the team’s ownership group
Continuing to add to her historic resume, retired Seattle Storm point guard Sue Bird is joining the teams ownership group, Force10 Hoops, the franchise announced on Wednesday, April 24th, 2024.
Storm select Nika Mühl, MacKenzie Holmes at 2024 WNBA Draft
The Seattle Storm drafted Nika Muhl and MacKenzie Holmes in the 2024 WNBA Draft, finding some talent in the latter rounds of the draft after trading their top selection to free up cap space this offseason.
Seattle Storm trade away Kia Nurse, 4th overall pick to Los Angeles Sparks for 2026 1st round pick
The morning of January 31st, 2024 saw the Seattle Storm trade away veteran Kia Nurse and the 4th overall pick in this years WNBA draft for a 2026 1st rounder from the Los Angeles Sparks. Why would Seattle do this?
Storm fall 91-89 in final regular season game; Los Angeles’ late Spark* results in a close win
The Seattle Storm failed to close out the 2023 season with a win, as the Los Angeles Sparks pulled off a successful comeback attempt, despite the Storm having a wide open jumper on the last possession of the game.
Storm upset Sparks to begin end-of-season road trip
To kickoff their final road trip of the 2023 season, the Seattle Storm played the role of spoiler as they defeated the Los Angeles Sparks, dealing a big blow to their opponent's playoff hopes.
Not so clear Sky’s: Storm officially eliminated from playoff contention with frustrating defeat
With their 85-90 loss to the Chicago Sky in their second to last home game of the 2023 season, the Seattle Storm were officially eliminated from playoff contention. It’s the first since 2015 that the franchise will not make the playoffs, as a year of growth continues.
Scrappy Storm hang with Lynx, but offense stalls for too long in loss (Copy)
The Seattle Storm closed out their four-game homestand with a frustrating loss to the Minnesota Lynx, making a too-little-too-late push in the fourth quarter that never saw them get within seven points of a Minnesota team that has turned their season around.
Storm complete season sweep of Mercury with win on “Rivalry Night”
The Seattle Storm completed a season sweep of the Phoenix Mercury, using a strong first half to gain a lead before needing to close out in the fourth quarter to earn their fifth win across the last seven games. Seattle had Jewell Loyd back to form, while Ezi Magbegor impressed alongside her.
Storm cause 4th quarter nightmares for Atlanta, comeback for 68-67 win over Dream
Despite a foul and poor shooting filled first three quarters, the Seattle Storm pushed through with a strong 4th quarter to defeat the Atlanta Dream in dramatic fashion, earning just their third home win of the season.
Storm snap out of hazy offensive Dream, rally for 68-67 win over Atlanta
The Seattle Storm gave the Atlanta Dream nightmares with a thundering fourth quarter comeback, as Seattle’s stifling defense helped the Storm climb back into a ballgame that saw physical fouls and poor shooting percentages across the board.
Sun too hot to handle as Storm fall 81-69
The Seattle Storm began a four-game homestand with a tough loss to the Connecticut Sun, as a rough second quarter was a big factor while Seattle lost Gabby Williams to a foot injury during that frame.
Storm see fast start fizzle out, Williams leaves game with injury, in loss to Sun
The Seattle Storm began a four-game homestand with a tough loss to the Connecticut Sun, as a rough second quarter was a big factor while Seattle lost Gabby Williams to a foot injury during that frame.
Storm offense outlasts Phoenix, 97-91
The Seattle Storm completed a quick, one-game road trip by using a strong third quarter to push past the Phoenix Mercury in a battle between the two struggling teams at the bottom of the WNBA's Western Conference.
Wings soar over Storm for 76-65 win despite Loyd’s 31 points
The Seattle Storm returned home to Climate Pledge Arena, falling to the Dallas Wings in a physical decided in the paint as both teams had run-ins with the officiating taking place during this game.
Struggling Storm continue to face self inflicted issues, falling to Sky 75-90, to drop ninth straight loss
The Seattle Storm dropped their ninth-straight game, and their second since the second half of the season began, as they never were able to get a lead against the Chicago Sky. The visiting Chicago dominated the boards, ensuring their lead over a Seattle team that cannot seem to put an all-around effort together.