American · Baton Rouge, USA · Born 30 April 1984American basketball player who became one of the WNBA's greatest scorers, winning four championships with Minnesota Lynx and Olympic gold with Team USA.
Seimone Augustus had her number retired by both the Minnesota Lynx and LSU — a dual honour across professional and college basketball that reflects four WNBA championships with Minnesota's dynasty of the early 2010s and a college career so dominant she was the first overall pick in 2006 before she had played a single professional minute.. She also played extensively overseas in Russia and Turkey during WNBA offseasons. Augustus retired in 2020 with her No. 33 jersey retired by both the Minnesota Lynx and LSU, and was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2024. She moved directly into coaching, serving as an assistant with the Los Angeles Sparks before returning to her alma mater, LSU, as an assistant coach in 2024.
Elite scoring guard and WNBA champion with Minnesota Lynx
How They Played
Versatile scorer with excellent mid-range shooting and strong defensive presence
Lasting Impact
One of the greatest shooting guards in WNBA history and key player in Lynx dynasty
Career Honours
- Olympic Gold 2016
- WNBA All-Star x3
- WNBA Champion (Minnesota Lynx)
| Club | Period | Apps |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota Lynx | 2006–2019 | 451 |
| Los Angeles Sparks | 2020–2020 | 22 |
American Athletes