Kelsey Plum is a professional basketball player and a well-known figure in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA). She began her illustrious career as the first overall pick in the 2017 WNBA draft by the San Antonio Stars and later found her stride with the Las Vegas Aces. Plum's career highlights include winning two WNBA championships in 2022 and 2023 and being selected for the WNBA All-Star Game three times between 2022 and 2024. In addition to her success in the WNBA, Plum has also brought her skills to international courts, playing for Fenerbahçe and Galatasaray in the Turkish Women's Basketball League (KBSL).

Plum's versatility extends beyond playing for various domestic and international teams. She has represented the United States in basketball at the Olympic Games and the Pan American Games, securing gold medals in 3x3 basketball at the 2020 Summer Olympics and in 5x5 basketball at the 2024 Summer Olympics. Her college career at the University of Washington was equally impressive, with Plum setting a Pac-12 record for scoring 57 points in a single game and becoming the first Pac-12 player to reach 3,000 career points. This performance earned her the Naismith College Player of the Year, the John R. Wooden Award, and the Honda Sports Award in 2017.

In addition to her on-court accomplishments, Plum has also made significant strides off the court. She holds a bachelor's degree in anthropology from the University of Washington and serves as a graduate assistant coach at Arkansas. Plum's experience in multiple facets of basketball, from playing at the highest levels to coaching, and her academic achievements provide her with a unique perspective and a wealth of knowledge to share. Her numerous awards and recognitions, including the WNBA All-Star Game MVP in 2022 and the WNBA Sixth Player of the Year award in 2021, speak volumes about her expertise and dedication to the sport. In 2024, it was announced that Plum would compete in the new 3x3 women's basketball league Unrivaled's inaugural season in 2025.

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