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Sabrina Ionescu

Sabrina Ionescu – WNBA News, Rumors & Updates, Stats

Who is Sabrina Ionescu?

Sabrina Ionescu is one of the most well-known young stars in the WNBA. Known for her all-around game, clutch performances, and leadership, she quickly became the face of the New York Liberty. Drafted as the No. 1 overall pick in the 2020 WNBA Draft, she entered the league with huge expectations and has already lived up to the hype.

Sabrina Ionescu – Quick Facts

Detail Information
Full Name Sabrina Elaine Ionescu
Born December 6, 1997 (Age: 27)
Hometown Walnut Creek, California
Height 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m)
Position Guard
College University of Oregon (2016–2020)
WNBA Draft 2020 – 1st Overall by New York Liberty
Current Team New York Liberty
Jersey Number #20
Notable Record NCAA all-time leader in triple-doubles (26)
Social Media @sabrina_i on Instagram

Early Life & College Career

Ionescu was born on December 6, 1997 in Walnut Creek, California. She played high school basketball at Miramonte High School, where she built a reputation as one of the best guards in the country.

Her college career at the University of Oregon (2016–2020) is legendary. She became the NCAA’s all-time leader in triple-doubles (26), showing her ability to score, rebound, and pass at an elite level. In her senior year, she recorded her 26th triple-double just hours after speaking at Kobe Bryant’s memorial service, which became one of the most iconic moments of her career.

She won the Naismith Player of the Year Award and the John R. Wooden Award in 2019 and 2020, cementing herself as one of the greatest college players ever.

WNBA Career

Ionescu was drafted first overall by the New York Liberty in 2020. Her rookie season was cut short by an ankle injury, but she bounced back strong in the following years.

In 2022, she became the first player in WNBA history to record a triple-double with at least 30 points, finishing with 31 points, 13 rebounds, and 10 assists against the Las Vegas Aces. That season, she averaged 17.4 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 6.3 assists per game.

In 2023, she helped lead the Liberty to the WNBA Finals alongside Breanna Stewart and Jonquel Jones. She also set the record for the most three-pointers made in a WNBA All-Star 3-point contest (37 points), surpassing even NBA records for the same format.

Career Highlights & Achievements

  • NCAA all-time leader in triple-doubles (26)

  • No. 1 pick in the 2020 WNBA Draft

  • WNBA All-Star (2022, 2023)

  • All-WNBA Second Team (2022)

  • WNBA Commissioner’s Cup Champion (2023)

  • Holds the record for most points in a 3-point contest (37)