Sue Bird
Awards & Honours
13
Awards Won
5
Honours
3
Rankings
3
Covers
3
Records
Sue Bird's career is a masterclass in sustained excellence. She is the only player in WNBA history to win championships in three different decades, a feat that underscores her unparalleled longevity. Her five Olympic gold medals place her among the most decorated athletes in basketball history, regardless of gender.Her leadership on the court helped establish the Seattle Storm as a perennial contender and elevated the profile of the WNBA globally. With 13 All-Star selections and eight All-WNBA First Team honors, her individual accolades match her team successes. Inductions into multiple halls of fame cement her status as a true legend of the sport.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
Inducted for outstanding contributions to basketball.
Women's Basketball Hall of Fame
Inducted for excellence in women's basketball.
FIBA Hall of Fame
Inducted for global contributions to international basketball.
NYC Basketball Hall of Fame
Inducted for achievements in basketball related to New York City.
Honorary Doctorate
Awarded an honorary doctorate for contributions to sports and society.
Rankings & Lists
Top 15 Players in WNBA History
Top 20 Players in WNBA History
Top 25 Players in WNBA History
Magazine Covers
Sports Illustrated
June 2013
The Queen of the Court
Vogue
September 2020
Leadership in Action
ESPN The Magazine
July 2016
The General's Legacy
Records & Feats
Most Assists in WNBA History
Holds the all-time record for assists in the WNBA.
Championships in Three Decades
Only player to win WNBA titles in 2004, 2010, 2018, and 2020.
Five Olympic Gold Medals
Tied for most gold medals by a basketball player.