SEATTLE — The Seattle Storm announced today the signing of free agent, Katie Lou Samuelson. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed. 

“Lou brings length, versatility and the ability to stretch the floor, all extremely valuable skillsets for our team,” said Storm General Manager Talisa Rhea. “She has attacked her recovery and rehab with determination and focus on returning to play at a high level. We’re excited to have Lou back on the court this season and know she’ll make an immediate impact.” 

Samuelson signed a one-year contract with the Storm on February 21, 2025, but was out the entire season due to an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury she suffered during training camp. The 6-foot-3 forward spent the 2024 season with the Indiana Fever, where she played in 37 games and averaged 4.3 points, 2.3 rebounds and 1.4 assists. In 2022, Samuelson played for the Los Angeles Sparks, where she averaged a career high of 9.7 points per game and shot 35.2% from three. During her first stint with the Storm in 2021, Samuelson averaged 7.0 points and posted career-bests in field goal percentage (45.6%) and rebounds per game (3.5). She was also a member of the Storm’s inaugural Commissioner’s Cup championship team.  

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