Katie Dinnebier could have had any number of reasons for not pursuing a pro basketball career. The WNBA is a tough league to make, with few roster spots available each season. Going abroad presents myriad challenges and life upheaval. Then there’s wear and tear on the body and demands upon your time. But really, for the Drake player who has starred as much in the classroom as she did on the basketball court, the answer was really quite simple. “I’m a nerd,” Dinnebier said.