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During her illustrious 19-year career, Sue Bird has donned the uniform of the Seattle Storm a total of 651 times, counting both the regular season and postseason competition.
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On Sunday, she played in Seattle's 89-81 loss to the Las Vegas Aces. Bird scored 9 points and had 6 assists
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Bird told the fans after the game, "I'm really grateful." "Not just today and your support, but for 21 years... This is where I play and live."
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Before the game, the Storm held a moving ceremony to remember Bird in front of the largest crowd in team history and the largest crowd ever to see a basketball game at Seattle's Climate Pledge Arena.
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Bird was also awarded with a special ring in recognition of her many achievements, which include but are not limited to four WNBA championships, a record 13 All-Star appearances, and being the league's all-time leader in assists.
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She is one of the most decorated women's basketball players of all time, having been named a WNBA All-Star a record 13 times, All-WNBA eight times, and winning five Olympic gold medals, four World Cup gold medals, and two NCAA titles.
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Whereas she has been an outspoken advocate for change, using her position of power to advocate for social change initiatives such as LGBTQ+ rights and racial equality in Seattle and across the country.
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Storm have already clinched a playoff position, but the WNBA's new system means this could be her last home game. The Storm are battling the Washington Mystics for the No. 4 seed and first-round homecourt.
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While Seattle respects Suzanne Brigit Bird's services to the city and community, we wish her well in retirement.Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell proclaims August 7, 2022 as Sue Bird Day.
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