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Odyssey Sims

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Who is Odyssey Sims?

Odyssey Celeste Sims is a veteran American guard known for her scoring, playmaking, and longevity in the WNBA. A standout at Baylor where she won an NCAA title and multiple awards, Sims was drafted 2nd overall in 2014 and quickly became a key contributor. After nearly a decade in the league, Sims’s journey embodies resilience—coming back from roster cuts to sign with the Indiana Fever in 2025 and making an immediate offensive impact.

Quick Facts: Odyssey Sims

Detail Information
Full Name Odyssey Celeste Sims
Born July 13, 1992 (Age: 33)
Hometown Irving, Texas, USA
Nationality American
Height / Weight 5 ft 8 in, 155 lb
Position Guard
College Baylor (2010–2014)
WNBA Draft 2014 – 1st Round, 2nd Overall (Tulsa Shock)
WNBA Teams Tulsa/Dallas, Sparks, Lynx, Dream, Sun, Wings, Sparks, Fever
Major Honors WNBA All-Star (2019), All-WNBA 2nd Team (2019), WNBA All-Rookie Team (2014), NCAA Champion (2012), Big 12 POY & DPOY (2014)
Career Averages ~11.2 PPG, 2.5 RPG, 3.8 APG over 300+ games
2025 Stats 9.8 PPG, 3.5 APG with Sparks; 11.4 PPG in 7 games with Fever
Notable Moment Signed a season-long deal with Fever after multiple contracts, igniting team’s comeback
Social Media (Not publicly listed)

Early Life & College Career

Born on July 13, 1992, in Irving, Texas, Sims was a McDonald’s All-American and the nation’s top point guard recruit. At Baylor (2010–2014), she was the USBWA National Freshman of the Year (2011), won the NCAA Championship in 2012, and in 2014 earned top honors—Big 12 Player of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, Nancy Lieberman Award, Wade Trophy, and first-team All-America recognition. She was just inducted into the Baylor Athletics Hall of Fame in 2024.

WNBA Career & Highlights

  • Drafted 2nd overall in 2014 by the Tulsa Shock and played across several teams including Dallas, LA, Minnesota, Atlanta, Connecticut, Sparks, and now Indiana.

  • WNBA All-Rookie Team (2014), All-Star (2019), and All-WNBA Second Team (2019) after strong performances with Minnesota.

  • Over 11+ seasons, played 300+ games averaging around 11.2 PPG, 2.5 RPG, and 3.8 APG.

  • 2025 Season (Sparks): Averaged 9.8 PPG, 3.5 APG before being waived.; Signed a hardship contract with Indiana Fever, where she totaled 11.4 PPG over 7 games, including 22-point and 21-point outbursts in consecutive wins.

Legacy & Impact

Sims’s career represents perseverance and adaptability. She transformed from a collegiate star to a steady WNBA contributor, and even amid setbacks, she remains ready—often thriving in high-pressure situations. Her recent resurgence underscores the value of experience and preparation in professional sports.