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Malonga Hits Milestone, Becomes Second-Youngest in WNBA to Grab 100 Rebounds

Dominique Malonga is making her mark early.

Jacobo Garrido

Aug 3, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Storm center Dominique Malonga (14) shoots the ball while guarded by Indiana Fever forward Damiris Dantas (12) during the second half at Climate Pledge Arena.
Aug 3, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Storm center Dominique Malonga (14) shoots the ball while guarded by Indiana Fever forward Damiris Dantas (12) during the second half at Climate Pledge Arena. / Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

SEATTLE — The Seattle Storm rookie notched her 100th career rebound in Sunday night’s game against the Indiana Fever, becoming the second-youngest player in WNBA history to reach the milestone.

At just 19 years old, Malonga continues to show flashes of the dominant inside presence she’s projected to become. Through her first WNBA season, she’s averaging 5.3 points, 3.7 rebounds and 0.4 blocks per game, solid numbers for a player quickly emerging as a cornerstone of Seattle’s future.

The 6-foot-6 forward has earned her spot in the rotation with hustle, grit, and relentless energy on the boards, qualities that make her a long-term building block for the Storm.

Seattle may have dropped a close one to the Fever, but Malonga’s steady rise is giving fans plenty to cheer for.

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Jacobo Garrido
JACOBO GARRIDO

Jacobo Garrido is a graduate of California State University, Long Beach, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism with a focus on multimedia and broadcast reporting. During his time at CSULB, he worked as a field reporter for Dig en Español magazine, covering topics impacting the Latino community in Long Beach and surrounding areas. He also reported and produced campus news content, gaining hands-on experience in writing, editing, and on-camera storytelling. After graduating, Jacobo served as the national news correspondent for L28 News for over three years, where he wrote, shot, and edited weekly news segments covering major stories across the country. His experience spans live sports coverage, community profiles, and digital-first storytelling, with a passion for sharing stories that reflect and connect with diverse audiences.

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