American · Baton Rouge, USA · Born 30 July 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 was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana in 1984. Minnesota Lynx selected her first overall in the 2006 WNBA Draft from LSU. She won four WNBA championships with the Lynx (2011, 2013, 2015, 2017), an Olympic gold medal at Rio 2016 and was a five-time All-Star. Her clutch shooting and scoring reliability in critical moments were the defining characteristics of her game — she was the Lynx's primary perimeter weapon alongside Maya Moore across the franchise's dynasty years. She played 13 WNBA seasons and was among the most respected veteran presences in the league. She retired in 2022 as a four-time champion and one of the most beloved players in Lynx franchise history.
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