Grace VanSlooten, a prominent player for the Michigan State women's basketball team, was chosen by the Seattle Storm with the 39th overall pick in the WNBA draft. This selection marks a significant milestone as she becomes the first Spartan to be drafted since Nia Clouden, who was picked 12th overall in 2022. VanSlooten is the ninth player in the program's history to be drafted. She previously played for the University of Oregon before transferring to Michigan State in 2024, where she achieved recognition as a two-time second team All-Big Ten selection. During her tenure with the Spartans, she contributed to a total of 45 victories over the last two seasons. The Seattle Storm welcomed her back to the West Coast, where her college journey began.