The WNBA season has been one for the ages, and no player has been more impressive than Jewell Loyd of the Seattle Storm. On August 28th, Loyd broke the Storm’s all-time scoring record, becoming the first player in franchise history to reach the 3,000-point mark.
Loyd’s historic season began with a bang, as she was named the WNBA Player of the Month for May. She averaged 22.3 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 5.3 assists per game during that month, leading the Storm to a 7-1 record. She continued to dominate throughout the season, averaging 19.7 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game.
In addition to her scoring prowess, Loyd was also a leader on the court. She was a vocal presence on the sidelines, often encouraging her teammates and pushing them to their limits. Her leadership was instrumental in helping the Storm reach the playoffs for the first time since 2018.
Loyd’s historic season culminated with her breaking the Storm’s all-time scoring record. She finished the season with 3,010 points, surpassing Sue Bird’s previous record of 2,818 points. It was a fitting end to an incredible season for Loyd and the Storm.
Jewell Loyd’s historic season will go down as one of the best in WNBA history. Her leadership and scoring prowess were instrumental in helping the Storm reach the playoffs for the first time in two years. Her record-breaking performance will be remembered for years to come. Congratulations to Jewell Loyd on an incredible season!
