Gabby Williams is back with the Seattle Storm. Williams, who helped France win a silver medal at the Olympics earlier this month, signed a rest-of-season contract with the Storm on Tuesday. She will start play next week when the Storm return from their current road trip.
Gabby Williams , of France, reacts after a women’s gold medal basketball game at Bercy Arena at the 2024 Summer Olympics, Sunday, Aug. 11, 2024, in Paris, France. earlier this month, signed a rest-of-season contract with the Storm on Tuesday. She will start play next week when the Storm return from their current road trip. It’s her third season with Seattle after being acquired in a trade with Los Angeles prior to the start of the 2022 season.
“We’re thrilled to have Gabby back with the Storm,” said coach Noelle Quinn. “Gabby is a dynamic player who brings tremendous versatility. She’s a two-way player that can guard multiple positions and has a strong offensive game; given her familiarity with our system, we know she can have an immediate impact. Gabby’s Olympic performance showcased her world-class talent, and we’re excited to have her join us as we push for the playoffs.
Williams is coming off a stellar performance in the Paris Games, averaging 15.5 points, 4.7 rebounds, 4.8 assists, and 2.8 steals for France. She had 19 points in the gold medal game, including five in the final few seconds, to almost pull off the upset of the U.S. Williams was stellar in 2022 starting all 36 games while averaging 7.5 points, 5.0 rebounds, 3.1 assists, and 1.5 steals per game.Caitlin Clark breaks WNBA rookie assists record as Fever beat Storm 92-75“I’m so excited to be joining the Storm for the rest of the season,” said Williams. “I feel more than ready to finally return to Seattle. I’ve missed the organization, my teammates and the fans so much. I absolutely can’t wait to come back and finish the season strong.
Gabrielle Williams Seattle Storm CT State Wire WA State Wire Noelle Quinn WNBA Basketball Seattle Sports
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Seattle Seahawks trade Nick Harris to Browns, Connor Williams signsThe Cleveland Browns reacquired veteran center Nick Harris in a trade from the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday after backup Luke Wypler suffered a broken ankle against the Green Bay Packers on Saturday.
Read more »
Seattle Mariners Manager Talks About the Impact of Sunday Night Baseball in SeattleSeattle Mariners manager Scott Servais talked before the team's game against the New York Mets on Sunday about the impact and importance of having ESPN's Sunday Night Baseball in Seattle.
Read more »
Seattle’s Smith Tower sold to a local Seattle ownership groupSeattle's iconic Smith Tower and Butler Garage have been acquired by a group of local investors led by Seattle-based GT Capital.
Read more »
Angel Reese takes to social media to beg Gabby Williams to come back to WNBAGabby Williams was drafted fourth overall by the Chicago Sky in 2018
Read more »
Angel Reese Makes Recruiting Pitch for Gabby Williams to Rejoin Chicago SkyAngel Reese made a public recruiting pitch to France's Gabby Williams after a stellar performance in the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Read more »
Gabby Williams cheekily rejects Angel Reese’s Chicago Sky offerThough Williams has much love for the ladies of the WNBA and Chi-Town Barbie, she won't be returning anytime soon.
Read more »