Nika Muhl rocks stunning fit in return to Connecticut (PHOTOS)

Former UConn Huskies star Nika Muhl made her WNBA debut in Connecticut on Sunday, September 1, when the Seattle Storm faced off against the Connecticut Sun at Mohegan Sun Arena.

Muhl was a standout defender for the Huskies throughout her collegiate career and she received a warm welcome before the game.

Of course, Muhl had to bring her A-game with the pre-game fit and she did just that.

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Before tip-off, Muhl was getting plenty of love from the Connecticut fans who were happy to see her back close to home.

Fans were showing the love and Muhl was giving it right back, signing autographs and even signing the cast of a young fan who was wearing a UConn jersey.

That’s love.

Muhl was forced to miss the first few games of the WNBA preseason because of visa issues and she has received very limited minutes to start her professional career, but “The Minister of Defense” is still a fan-favorite and draws a loyal following wherever she goes.

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