Seattle Storm

The Seattle Storm represent the Pacific Northwest in the WNBA's Western Conference, playing at the state-of-the-art Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle. The franchise has built one of the league's most passionate and knowledgeable fanbases in a city that fiercely supports its women's teams. The Storm play a balanced, intelligent style that emphasizes ball movement and defensive versatility, reflecting the basketball IQ of their legendary alumni. Seattle's environmentally conscious arena and the Storm's connection to the community reflect the Pacific Northwest's values. The Storm continue to compete at a high level while honoring the legacy of Sue Bird and building around a new generation of stars.

Founded in 2000 as part of WNBA expansion, the Storm won their first championship in 2004 behind Lauren Jackson and Sue Bird, who would become the franchise's defining figures for nearly two decades. Bird and Jackson led Seattle to another title in 2010, establishing the Storm as Western Conference powers. Breanna Stewart's arrival in 2016 created a new dynasty, with the Storm winning championships in 2018 and 2020 behind Stewart's MVP play and Bird's veteran leadership. Bird retired in 2022 as the WNBA's all-time assists leader and one of the greatest point guards in basketball history. The Storm's four championships and consistent excellence have made them one of the WNBA's most respected and successful franchises.