Katie Lou Samuelson

26-Year-Old ForwardF
 Indiana Fever  WNBA
2024 Fantasy Outlook
Samuelson was unavailable for the entire 2023 campaign due to her pregnancy, but she earned a two-year contract with the Fever ahead of the 2024 season. She had one of the best years of her career with the Sparks in 2022, averaging 9.7 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.9 assists in 29.5 minutes per game over 32 appearances (29 starts). The Fever have several young contributors and will have another young star to add to the fold if they are able to draft Caitlin Clark with the first overall pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft. However, Samuelson should have a chance to compete with Lexie Hull for a starting role this year. Samuelson has been a more productive player earlier in her career, so it wouldn't be surprising to see her win the competition for a starting job. However, fantasy managers should temper expectations since Indiana will likely prioritize the development of its budding stars. Read Past Outlooks
Heading to Indiana
FIndiana Fever
February 1, 2024
Samuelson signed a two-year, $155,250 contract with the Fever on Thursday, TheNextHoops.com reports.
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Samuelson has bounced around the league over her first few seasons in the WNBA, and she missed the 2023 campaign after giving birth in August. However, she should be back in action for the start of the 2024 season and will attempt to pave her way in Indiana on a multi-year deal. The 26-year-old will likely compete with Lexie Hull for a starting role during training camp, but it wouldn't be surprising to see Samuelson earn a spot in the starting five due to her versatile skill set. Over 32 appearances (29 starts) with the Sparks in 2022, Samuelson averaged 9.7 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.9 assists in 29.5 minutes per game.
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In 2022, her first season with Los Angeles, Samuelson averaged career highs in scoring (9.7), assists (1.9), steals (1.0), made three-pointers (1.8) and minutes (29.5). Samuelson announced her pregnancy and a due date of August on social media, suggesting she will likely miss the 2023 campaign.
Samuelson made 27 appearances (24 starts) for Seattle last season and averaged 7.0 points, 3.5 rebounds and 1.7 assists in 21.0 minutes while shooting 45.6 percent overall and 35.1 percent from deep, easily her most productive season in the WNBA. The Sparks acquired the 6-foot-3 wing – and a first-round pick – this offseason in exchange for Gabby Williams, which will mark Samuelson's fourth team in as many seasons since being drafted fourth overall in 2019. It's unclear how big of a role she will have for Los Angeles, but she figures to be a core part of the rotation in 2022.
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Announces pregnancy
FLos Angeles Sparks
Not Injury Related
February 20, 2023
Samuelson announced her pregnancy via social media, Khristina Williams of MSG Network reports.
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Averages career high in scoring
FLos Angeles Sparks
August 23, 2022
Samuelson averaged 9.7 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.9 assists across 32 games played for the Sparks in 2022.
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Efficient performance in win
FLos Angeles Sparks
August 8, 2022
Samuelson logged 15 points (6-10 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three rebounds and one block over 34 minutes during Sunday's 79-76 win over the Mystics.
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Rough shooting performance
FLos Angeles Sparks
August 4, 2022
Samuelson amassed four points (1-7 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, four assists and two steals across 34 minutes during Wednesday's 64-61 loss to the Liberty.
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Ties team best with 16 points
FLos Angeles Sparks
July 13, 2022
Samuelson chipped in 16 points (6-8 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 0-1 FT), three rebounds, two assists and one block across 32 minutes during Tuesday's 94-81 loss to the Mystics.
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