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Kierstan Bell (born March 16, 2000) is an American professional basketball player for the Las Vegas Aces in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA). She played college basketball at Florida Gulf Coast and Ohio State.

Key Information

College career

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Ohio State

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Bell was rated as the 8th-best overall recruit in the nation by ESPN HoopGurlz[1] and the 18th overall by ProspectsNation.com in 2019.[2] Bell signed to play with Ohio State out of high school.[3] Bell had an outstanding freshman season for the Buckeyes, being named to the Big Ten All-Freshman Team, Honorable Mention All-Big Ten Team, and three-time Big Ten Player of the Week.[4][5]

Following her freshman season, Bell announced that she was entering the transfer portal and leaving Ohio State.[6]

Florida Gulf Coast University

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On May 5, 2020, Bell signed to continue her collegiate basketball career with Florida Gulf Coast.[7]

During her sophomore campaign, Bell produced the best season in program history for the Eagles. She averaged 24.3 points, 10.6 rebounds, 1.9 steals and 2.3 blocks. She was named the ASUN Player of the Week 6 different times and named the ASUN Newcomer of the Week a record ten times.[8] Bell was also named the ASUN Player of the Year, Newcomer of the Year, the Becky Hammon Mid-Major Player of the Year, WBCA Honorable Mention All-American, AP Honorable Mention All-American, and USBWA Honorable Mention All-American.[9][10]

Prior to her junior year, ESPN named Bell the 16th-best women's college basketball player for the 2021–22 season.[11] Bell averaged 22.8 points and 7.3 rebounds during the year, but also missed time due to a partial torn meniscus.[12] Bell also set a new ASUN record for the number of Player of the Week Honors during the season. On January 18, 2022, Bell was awarded the 11th Player of the Week honor of career.[13]

In January 2022, Bell announced she would be declaring early for the WNBA draft.[14][15] Bell was projected to go in the first round by multiple mock drafts.[16]

Professional career

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Las Vegas Aces

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In the 2022 WNBA draft, Bell was taken 11th overall by the Las Vegas Aces.[17]

Adelaide Lightning

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Bell signed with the Adelaide Lightning for the 2022/2023 Australian WNBL season; however, she was cut by the team in December 2022.

Athletes Unlimited

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Bell appeared in Athletes Unlimited Pro Basketball in 2023, finishing 10th on the season.

Career statistics

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Legend
  GP Games played   GS  Games started  MPG  Minutes per game  FG%  Field goal percentage
 3P%  3-point field goal percentage  FT%  Free throw percentage  RPG  Rebounds per game  APG  Assists per game
 SPG  Steals per game  BPG  Blocks per game  TO  Turnovers per game  PPG  Points per game
 Bold  Career high  *  Led Division I  °  Led the league
Denotes seasons in which Bell won a WNBA championship

WNBA

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Regular season

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Stats current through end of 2024 season

WNBA regular season statistics[18]
Year Team GP GS MPG FG% 3P% FT% RPG APG SPG BPG TO PPG
2022 Las Vegas 21 1 5.8 .303 .136 1.000 0.9 0.3 0.1 0.1 0.2 1.3
2023 Las Vegas 36 0 11.8 .346 .244 .600 1.6 0.5 0.4 0.1 0.4 3.7
2024 Las Vegas 6 0 7.2 .375 .500 .500 1.0 0.8 0.0 0.0 0.2 2.8
Career 3 years, 1 team 63 1 9.3 .342 .241 .688 1.3 0.5 0.3 0.1 0.3 2.8

Playoffs

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WNBA playoff statistics
Year Team GP GS MPG FG% 3P% FT% RPG APG SPG BPG TO PPG
2022 Las Vegas 4 0 4.8 .667 .600 .000 1.3 0.3 0.0 0.0 0.5 2.8
2023 Las Vegas 8 0 6.3 .167 .000 1.000 0.8 0.3 0.4 0.3 0.3 1.3
2024 Las Vegas 1 0 3.0 .500 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 2.0
Career 3 years, 1 team 13 0 5.5 .308 .188 .800 0.8 0.2 0.2 0.2 0.3 1.8

College

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NCAA statistics[19]
Year Team GP GS MPG FG% 3P% FT% RPG APG SPG BPG TO PPG
2019–20 Ohio State 30 10 20.9 .394 .318 .667 4.4 1.6 1.2 0.9 2.0 10.9
2020–21 Florida Gulf Coast 26 26 29.8 .527 .358 .753 10.6 2.7 1.9 2.3 2.3 24.3*
2021–22 Florida Gulf Coast 24 24 29.0 .471 .286 .702 7.3 2.5 2.1 1.8 2.1 22.8
Career 80 60 26.2 .473 .321 .717 7.3 2.2 1.7 1.6 2.1 18.8

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from Grokipedia
Kierstan Bell (born March 16, 2000) is an American professional player who plays as a guard for Vegas Aces of the (WNBA). She was selected by the Aces with the 11th overall pick in the first round of the after a standout college career at (FGCU). Bell stands at 6 feet 1 inch (1.85 m) tall and weighs 176 pounds (80 kg). Born in , Bell attended Canton McKinley High School, where she became a three-time Ohio Ms. Basketball winner, a All-American, and amassed 2,833 career points, ranking fourth in Ohio high school history. As a five-star recruit ranked among the top nationally, she began her college career at in 2019, averaging 10.9 points and 4.4 rebounds per game as a freshman and earning honorable mention All-Big Ten honors before transferring to FGCU. At FGCU from 2020 to 2022, Bell emerged as a dominant force in the ASUN Conference, earning ASUN Player of the Year honors in both seasons, ASUN Newcomer of the Year in 2020–21, and the Becky Hammon Mid-Major Player of the Year award in both 2020–21 and 2021–22 seasons. She averaged 23.6 points and 9.0 rebounds per game across her two seasons there, leading the Eagles to ASUN Tournament titles in 2021 and 2022 and earning tournament MVP honors both times. In her WNBA career with the Aces, Bell has contributed to three championships in 2022, 2023, and 2025, appearing in 98 regular-season games through the 2025 season with career averages of 3.3 points, 1.5 rebounds, and 0.5 assists per game. During the 2025 season, she averaged 4.2 points and 1.8 rebounds per game in 35 appearances, including a career-high 19 points in a single game, and saw increased postseason minutes with an average of 10.1 minutes played. Beyond the WNBA, Bell has gained international experience, playing professionally in during the 2022–23 season (averaging 14.1 points per game) and in in 2023–24.

Early life and high school career

Early life

Kierstan Bell was born on March 16, 2000, in . She is the daughter of Perry Bell and Amanda Hubbs, both of whom supported her early interests despite challenges in the family dynamic. Bell grew up with one sibling, her sister Sa'renity, in a influenced by her father's athletic background, as Perry himself had played football and in high school and came from a family where all seven of his brothers were athletes. Raised initially in before moving to , as an eighth-grader, Bell developed her passion for through informal play on local courts, where her father recognized her talent early by tossing her a ball as a . The family's encouragement, including from her mother and stepfather BJ Cunningham, played a key role in fostering her skills amid everyday neighborhood games and sibling interactions. Bell's initial motivations for basketball were deeply tied to her Ohio roots, particularly emulating , a fellow native who had achieved similar high school accolades in the state, which earned her the nickname "She-Bron" during her youth. This inspiration, combined with the supportive yet competitive environment of her large family, laid the foundation for her dedication to the sport before she transitioned to organized play at Canton McKinley High School.

High school career

Kierstan Bell attended Canton McKinley High School in , from 2015 to 2019, where she emerged as a dominant force in girls' . During her four-year varsity career, she led the Bulldogs to a 93-14 overall record, securing three district titles and a regional final appearance while guiding the team to a state tournament appearance in 2019. Bell's individual excellence earned her the Ohio Ms. Basketball award three consecutive times in 2017, 2018, and 2019, making her the first player in high school girls' basketball history to achieve a and joining St. Vincent-St. Mary's as one of only two athletes—across Mr. and Ms. Basketball—to win the honor three times. She was also named a 2019 All-American. Her playing style, characterized by explosive athleticism, versatility, and high-impact scoring, drew comparisons to , earning her the nickname "She-Bron" during her sophomore year. Over her high school tenure, Bell set numerous school records, including 2,833 career points (fourth all-time in history), 960 rebounds, and 437 steals, while also establishing marks in 35 other categories such as and blocks. As a five-star recruit ranked No. 8 nationally by HoopGurlz, her prep dominance highlighted her as one of the top prospects in the class of 2019.

College career

Ohio State Buckeyes

Kierstan Bell enrolled at Ohio State University in 2019 as a highly regarded recruit, ranked as a five-star prospect and the No. 8 player nationally by ESPN HoopGurlz. She joined the Buckeyes' women's basketball team for the 2019–20 season, appearing in 30 games and making 10 starts as a freshman guard. During her lone season with Ohio State, Bell averaged 10.9 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 1.6 assists per game, ranking second on the team in scoring and third among Big Ten freshmen in points per game. She also led the Buckeyes with 56 made three-pointers, showcasing her perimeter shooting ability. In Big Ten competition, Bell delivered key contributions, including a 20-point, 10-rebound double-double in an 82–74 win over Wisconsin on February 9, 2020, and 19 points with 8 rebounds in a 77–47 victory against Illinois on January 19, 2020. Defensively, she recorded standout plays such as 4 blocks in a win over Nebraska on February 2, 2020, and 5 steals in a non-conference game against Ohio on November 17, 2019, highlighting her versatility as a 6-1 guard. Bell's performance earned her recognition as a member of the Big Ten All-Freshman Team and Honorable Mention All-Big Ten. She was also named Big Ten Freshman of the Week three times—on December 9, 2019, after strong showings against Louisville and Radford; January 6, 2020, following wins over State and Purdue; and January 13, 2020, for her efforts against and Northwestern. Following the 2019–20 season, Bell entered the NCAA transfer portal on March 25, 2020, leaving the program after one year.

Florida Gulf Coast Eagles

After her freshman season at Ohio State, Kierstan Bell transferred to Florida Gulf Coast University in 2020, where she played two seasons from 2020 to 2022. In her sophomore season (2020–21), Bell emerged as a dominant force, averaging 24.3 points and 10.6 rebounds per game while leading the ASUN Conference in both scoring and rebounding. Her performance propelled the Eagles to the ASUN regular-season and tournament championships, securing an automatic bid to the 2021 NCAA Tournament, where FGCU advanced to the first round before falling to Virginia Tech. For her efforts, Bell was named the ASUN Player of the Year and the Becky Hammon Mid-Major Player of the Year, becoming the first player in conference history to lead in scoring and rebounding in the same season; she also earned Associated Press All-American Honorable Mention honors. During her junior year (2021–22), Bell maintained her elite production, averaging 22.8 points and 7.3 rebounds per game despite missing time due to injury. She notched a career-high 39 points on 17-of-31 shooting in an 81–69 victory over Tennessee Tech on November 26, 2021, showcasing her scoring efficiency and contributing to FGCU's undefeated start. Bell's leadership helped the Eagles capture another ASUN regular-season title and tournament crown, earning them a No. 10 seed in the 2022 NCAA Tournament, though they lost in the first round to once again. She repeated as ASUN Player of the Year and Mid-Major Player of the Year, while receiving All-American Honorable Mention accolades from the , United States Basketball Writers Association, and Coaches Association.

Professional career

Las Vegas Aces

Kierstan Bell was selected by the with the 11th overall pick in the first round of the . In her rookie season of 2022, Bell appeared in 21 regular-season games off the bench, averaging 1.3 points and 0.9 rebounds in 5.8 minutes per game, while providing perimeter shooting and defensive energy in limited minutes. She notched a season-high 12 points against the on May 23. As a member of the Aces' rotation, Bell contributed to the team's victory in the 2022 Commissioner's Cup and their WNBA championship win, appearing in four playoff games. Bell's role expanded in 2023, as she played in 36 regular-season games, averaging 3.7 points and 1.6 rebounds in 11.8 minutes per contest, including three double-figure scoring outings with a career-high 15 points on August 1. She helped the Aces secure back-to-back championships, participating in eight playoff games with a high of four points against the on September 29. The 2024 season proved challenging for Bell due to injury, limiting her to just six regular-season games where she averaged 2.8 points and 1.0 rebound in 7.2 minutes, along with one postseason appearance. Bell experienced significant progression in 2025, appearing in 35 regular-season games and averaging 4.2 points, 1.8 rebounds, and 0.7 assists in 12.2 minutes per game. She transitioned to the starting lineup on July 27 against the , scoring a -high 19 points in that debut start. On August 17 versus the Wings, she added 18 points, including a -best six three-pointers made. Despite missing the final two regular-season games with a lower left leg injury, Bell contributed in 12 playoff contests, averaging 10.1 minutes and recording seven points against the in Game 2 of the semifinals on September 16, as well as seven rebounds in Game 3 on September 18. Her efforts helped the Aces claim their third WNBA championship in four years, sweeping the 4-0 in the Finals. Throughout her tenure with the Aces, Bell has served as a versatile forward, excelling in perimeter and defensive contributions from the bench or in the rotation, while developing into a reliable depth piece on multiple championship squads. She supplemented her WNBA experience with brief offseason stints in other professional leagues.

Adelaide Lightning

Following her rookie season with the Las Vegas Aces in the WNBA, Kierstan Bell signed with the Lightning of Australia's (WNBL) for the 2022–23 season. This overseas opportunity provided her with additional professional playing time during the WNBA offseason. Bell appeared in nine games for the before the team and player parted ways in December 2022. In limited action, she averaged 14.1 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game while shooting 40.8% from the field and 37.9% from three-point range. Her performances included scoring in double figures on eight occasions, with two games of 20 or more points, highlighted by a of 23 points and 14 rebounds against the Southside Flyers on December 3, 2022. These outings allowed Bell to hone her perimeter shooting skills in an international setting. After departing Adelaide, Bell transitioned back to the Las Vegas Aces for the 2023 WNBA season.

Nesibe Aydin Ankara (Turkey)

In the 2023–24 offseason, Bell played for Nesibe Aydin Ankara in the Turkish Women's Basketball Super League (KBSL), gaining further international experience.

Athletes Unlimited

Kierstan Bell joined Athletes Unlimited for its 2023 basketball season, a professional league format that runs for 40 games with weekly team reassignments determined by individual performance points accumulated from wins, statistics, and MVP voting. Bell concluded the season ranked 10th overall on the leaderboard, earning 4,950 total points. Her statistical contributions included averaging 15.9 points per game across the full season, highlighted by standout performances such as a 24-point outing with 8 rebounds against Team Smith on March 11, 2023, and a 20-point, 10-rebound versus Team Mitchell three days earlier during Week 3. This stint in Athletes Unlimited offered Bell consistent playing time—averaging nearly 30 minutes per game in documented outings—and a platform for skill refinement amid limited opportunities on her WNBA roster. Post-season, Bell rejoined the Las Vegas Aces for .

Awards and honors

College awards

During her freshman season at Ohio State in 2019–20, Kierstan Bell was selected to the Big Ten All-Freshman Team and received Honorable Mention All-Big Ten honors, recognizing her contributions as a key reserve player who averaged 10.9 points per game. After transferring to (FGCU), Bell's performance elevated significantly, earning her the ASUN Newcomer of the Year award in 2021, which is equivalent to the conference All-Freshman recognition. She was also named to the All-ASUN First Team in both 2021 and 2022, highlighting her consistent dominance in the conference. Bell claimed the ASUN Player of the Year title twice, in 2021 and 2022, becoming the fourth consecutive FGCU player to win the award and underscoring her leadership in guiding the Eagles to regular-season and tournament championships. She further distinguished herself as the ASUN Tournament MVP in both 2021 and 2022, leading FGCU to victories in the conference postseason with standout performances, including a 26-point effort in the 2022 championship game. On the national stage, Bell was a two-time recipient of the Mid-Major Player of the Year award in 2021 and 2022, an honor that celebrated her as the top performer from non-Power 5 conferences. She also garnered two-time Honorable Mention All-American selections from the , United States Basketball Writers Association (USBWA), and Women's Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA) in 2021 and 2022, reflecting her scoring prowess and impact on FGCU's success, which propelled her into high consideration for the .

Professional awards

Kierstan Bell has achieved significant team success in her professional career, most notably as a three-time WNBA champion with the Las Vegas Aces in 2022, 2023, and 2025. As a in 2022, she contributed to the Aces' inaugural WNBA title, appearing in 21 regular-season games and the while averaging 1.3 . In 2023, Bell played in 36 games, helping secure the franchise's second consecutive championship despite limited minutes in . Her role expanded in 2025, starting in key late-season games en route to the third title, where the Aces defeated the 4-0 in . Bell also earned a Commissioner's Cup championship with the Aces in 2022, posing with teammates after the victory in the inaugural tournament. During her brief stint with the Adelaide Lightning in the 2022–23 WNBL season, she showcased scoring potential with a season-high 23 points before her release in December 2022, though no individual awards were recorded. In Athletes Unlimited Pro Basketball's 2023 season, Bell received weekly honors, leading Week 3 with 1,550 points to rank third overall that week and earning captaincy for Week 4; she also secured an MVP 3 award in Week 4 after scoring 20 points. Despite these accomplishments, Bell has not received major individual WNBA awards such as All-Star selections or Player of the Week honors as of 2025, with her impact often highlighted through career-high performances, including a career-high 19 points on July 27, 2025.

Career statistics

College

Kierstan Bell played in 80 games total (67 regular-season games) across Ohio State and , where she averaged 18.8 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game while shooting 49.9% from the field and 32.1% from three-point range.

Per-Game Averages (All Games)

The following table summarizes Bell's per-game averages during each college season, including regular season and postseason games.
SeasonTeamGPMPGFG%3P%FT%RPGAPGSPGBPGPPG
2019–20Ohio State3020.9.394.318.6674.41.61.20.910.9
2020–21Florida Gulf Coast2629.8.527.358.75310.62.71.92.324.3
2021–22Florida Gulf Coast2429.0.471.286.7027.32.52.11.822.8
Career8026.2.499.321.7247.32.21.71.618.8

WNBA regular season

Kierstan Bell began her WNBA career with the Las Vegas Aces in 2022 after being selected 11th overall in the first round of the draft. Over four seasons through 2025, she has primarily served as a bench contributor, gradually increasing her role and production, particularly in scoring and rebounding. In 98 regular-season games, Bell has averaged 3.3 points, 1.5 rebounds, and 0.5 assists per game, with career shooting percentages of 34.0% from the field, 26.5% from three-point range, and 74.2% from the free-throw line. Her per-game averages reflect a developing perimeter player, with notable improvements in her 2025 season, where she started 16 games and reached a career-high 19 points on July 27 against the . The following table summarizes Bell's regular-season statistics by season:
SeasonTeamGPGSMPGFG%3P%FT%RPGAPGSPGBPGPPG
2022LVA2115.8.303.1361.0000.90.30.10.11.3
2023LVA36011.8.346.244.6001.60.50.40.13.7
2024LVA607.2.375.500.5001.00.80.00.02.8
2025LVA351612.2.338.291.8001.80.70.40.34.2
CareerLVA981710.4.340.265.7421.50.50.30.23.3
Statistics sourced from Basketball-Reference.com

Kierstan Bell has participated in the with the Las Vegas Aces from 2022 to 2025, appearing in three series during the team's victories in 2022, 2023, and 2025. Over 25 playoff games in her career, she has averaged 2.1 points and 0.9 rebounds per game while providing bench support and occasional starting contributions in high-stakes matchups. Bell's playoff role evolved over the years, beginning with limited minutes in her postseason. In , she played 4 games off the bench during the Aces' championship run, averaging 2.8 with efficient shooting. The following year, in 2023, she appeared in 8 games en route to another title, contributing 1.3 amid a deeper rotation. Her 2024 playoff exposure was minimal, limited to 1 game where she scored 2.0 points. By 2025, Bell earned a starting spot for all 12 playoff contests, averaging 2.4 points, 1.0 rebound, and 0.3 assists per game; her three-point shooting proved valuable in , where she helped secure a 4-0 sweep over the with timely long-range makes as part of her 5-for-18 postseason performance from beyond the arc (.278).
YearGPGSMPGFG%3P%FT%RPGAPGSPGBPGPPG
2022404.8.667.600.0001.30.30.00.02.8
2023806.3.167.0001.0000.80.30.40.31.3
2024103.0.5000.00.00.00.02.0
2025121210.1.462.278.8751.00.30.30.22.4
Career25127.7.385.235.8000.90.30.30.22.1
Bell's contributions in the championship series were particularly notable in 2025, where her increased minutes and perimeter shooting helped stabilize the Aces' offense during the Finals clincher.

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