American · Downers Grove, Illinois · Born 5 October 1993Explosive scoring guard whose prolific offense and clutch performances have established her as one of the WNBA's elite scorers.
Nicknamed the 'Gold Mamba' for a competitive intensity modelled on Kobe Bryant, Jewell Loyd backed the identity with results — a 2023 WNBA scoring title, three championships across her career, and a first-overall draft pick whose production kept pace with every expectation placed on it.. She built an extensive overseas career across Turkey, South Korea, China, and Spain during WNBA offseasons. Loyd was traded to the Las Vegas Aces in 2025, winning a third WNBA championship that season, and continues to be one of the league's most prolific scorers, having also competed for the Chicago-area Mist BC in the Unrivaled 3x3 league.
Elite scoring guard, WNBA champion, Olympic gold medalist
She won the 2023 WNBA scoring title with 21.8 points per game — the best offensive season of her career — and has developed from a complementary piece to one of the league's primary scorers.
Did You Know?How They Played
Dynamic scorer with exceptional shooting range and athleticism
Lasting Impact
One of the WNBA's premier scoring guards and clutch performers
Career Honours
- WNBA Champion 2020
- WNBA Scoring Title 2023
- Olympic Gold 2020
| Club | Period | Apps | Shirt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle Storm | 2015–2024 | — | #24 |
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