The WNBA says Ogwumike is also a back-to-back honoree.
The WNBA says Nneka Ogwumike closes her career as a five-time Kim Perrot Sportsmanship Award winner, the most in league history. She is also a back-to-back honoree.
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The WNBA announced on Oct. 13 that Nneka Ogwumike is ending her league career as a five-time recipient of the Kim Perrot Sportsmanship Award. The league said that is the most wins in WNBA history and makes her a back-to-back honoree.
espnW described the honor as a fitting award for Ogwumike, noting that this is her second consecutive win. Yahoo Sports also highlighted the record fifth award as Ogwumike closes her career.
The NBA congratulated Ogwumike on the milestone, calling out the same league record.
@WNBACommsLos Angeles Sparks’ Nneka Ogwumike Wins 2026 Kim Perrot Sportsmanship Award
@WNBAA legacy defined by class and excellence 🧡 Nneka Ogwumike closes her WNBA career as a 5x Kim Perrot Sportsmanship Award winner, the most in league history, and a back-to-back honoree! #WNBASeason30
@NFL"Young buck growing up!" Sonny Styles was having fun while being a force on defense this past Sunday 😤 @insidethenfl Week 5 Mic'd Up on X@WNBACommsLos Angeles Sparks’ Nneka Ogwumike Wins 2026 Kim Perrot Sportsmanship Award@WNBAA legacy defined by class and excellence 🧡 Nneka Ogwumike closes her WNBA career as a 5x Kim Perrot Sportsmanship Award winner, the most in league history, and a back-to-back honoree! #WNBASeason30@NFL"Young buck growing up!" Sonny Styles was having fun while being a force on defense this past Sunday 😤 @insidethenfl Week 5 Mic'd Up on X@WNBACommsLos Angeles Sparks’ Nneka Ogwumike Wins 2026 Kim Perrot Sportsmanship Award@WNBAA legacy defined by class and excellence 🧡 Nneka Ogwumike closes her WNBA career as a 5x Kim Perrot Sportsmanship Award winner, the most in league history, and a back-to-back honoree! #WNBASeason30@NFL"Young buck growing up!" Sonny Styles was having fun while being a force on defense this past Sunday 😤 @insidethenfl Week 5 Mic'd Up on X@WNBACommsLos Angeles Sparks’ Nneka Ogwumike Wins 2026 Kim Perrot Sportsmanship Award@WNBAA legacy defined by class and excellence 🧡 Nneka Ogwumike closes her WNBA career as a 5x Kim Perrot Sportsmanship Award winner, the most in league history, and a back-to-back honoree! #WNBASeason30@NFL"Young buck growing up!" Sonny Styles was having fun while being a force on defense this past Sunday 😤 @insidethenfl Week 5 Mic'd Up on X—
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