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The Seattle Storm’s playoff run came to an end Tuesday night as they fell to the Las Vegas Aces, 83-76, in Game 2 of their first-round series. Despite the loss, Storm forward Nneka Ogwumike remained positive, reflecting on the team’s growth and resilience throughout the season. The Storm, trailing 1-0 in the best-of-three series, put […]

Las Vegas Aces guard Chelsea Gray had a viral moment after Game 2 of the WNBA Playoffs, thanks to a touching post-game interaction with her grandmother. Gray’s grandmother, seen cheering her granddaughter from the stands, became a viral sensation after sharing an emotional hug with Gray following the Aces’ win over the Seattle Storm on […]

South Carolina women’s basketball team began fall practice this week, but the Gamecocks were without junior forward Ashlyn Watkins, who remains suspended following her arrest on Aug. 31. Head coach Dawn Staley confirmed on Tuesday that Watkins’ status has not changed, and the team is waiting for further developments before any decisions are made regarding […]

As the WNBA’s highly anticipated 2024 postseason kicks off, fans are eager to see if the defending champion Las Vegas Aces can continue their dominance with a three-peat, if the New York Liberty can capitalize on their regular-season success or if a surprise team will emerge. After a thrilling regular season, every team in the […]

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark addressed the controversy surrounding an eye poke she suffered during Game 1 of the WNBA playoffs against the Connecticut Sun on Sunday. The incident occurred early in the game when Sun guard DiJonai Carrington, attempting to make a play on the ball, hit Clark in the eye. Clark immediately went […]

Twila Kilgore, who held the longest interim coaching role in USWNT history, has left the team after nearly nine months in charge. Kilgore took over in August 2023 following the departure of former head coach Vlatko Andonovski, leading the USWNT through a challenging period, including its rebound from a disappointing World Cup finish. Her leadership […]

Team USA women’s basketball coach Cheryl Reeve recently addressed the backlash she faced after Caitlin Clark was left off the 2024 Paris Olympic roster. Speaking on the “Good Game with Sarah Spain” podcast on Tuesday, Reeve clarified that she had little influence in the decision-making process for Team USA’s roster, a point that has been […]

USC women’s basketball continues to strengthen its program with the commitment of Jazzy Davidson, a five-star recruit in the 2025 high school class. Davidson, a 6-foot-2 guard out of Clackamas, Oregon, announced her commitment to play for the Trojans on Tuesday, as reported by  Shams Charania of  The Athletic on X, formerly Twitter. The commitment further […]

On Sunday morning, the WNBA announced Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson as the unanimous winner of the 2024 WNBA MPV award. Meanwhile, Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark, widely regarded as one of the most promising talents in the WNBA, finished fourth in the MVP voting. Clark received a total of 130 voting points, including […]

The Indiana Fever’s rookie sensation Caitlin Clark received special recognition from teammate NaLyssa Smith following a historic night for the WNBA. The Fever faced the Washington Mystics in front of a record-breaking crowd of 20,711 at Capital One Arena on Thursday, marking the largest attendance in WNBA history, according to Sports Business Journal. Despite a […]

Indiana Fever head coach Christie Sides confirmed that Kelsey Mitchell is doing fine after a minor injury scare during Thursday night’s regular-season finale against the Washington Mystics. Mitchell, who averages 19.6 points per game, briefly left the game in the first quarter after tangling with a defender and appearing to injure her left leg. However, […]

A’ja Wilson made history, becoming the first player in WNBA or NBA history to lead the league in points, rebounds and blocks in a single season, per Stat Mamba. Wilson’s remarkable feat caps off a dominant 2024 season for the Las Vegas Aces, where she finished with 1,021 points, 451 rebounds, and 98 blocks. Wilson […]

Caitlin Clark made WNBA history in the Indiana Fever’s 92-91 loss to the Washington Mystics on Thursday night, becoming the point guard with the most points scored in a single season, per StatMamba. Clark’s record-breaking season was a bright spot in a game where the Fever were already locked into the No. 6 seed in […]

Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever’s playoff opponent has been revealed following their 92-91 loss to the Washington Mystics on Thursday night. The Fever will face the Connecticut Sun in the first round of the 2024 WNBA playoffs. Despite the loss, Indiana finishes the regular season with a 20-20 record and enters the postseason as […]

Tina Charles made WNBA history on Thursday night, becoming the league’s all-time leading rebounder in the Atlanta Dream’s 78-67 victory over the New York Liberty. Charles, who entered the game needing three rebounds to surpass Sylvia Fowles’ record of 4,006, achieved the feat just over three minutes into the first quarter. By the end of […]

Dallas Mavericks’ Klay Thompson shared his excitement on social media Thursday following the news of a WNBA expansion team coming to Portland. Thompson, who spent much of his childhood in Oregon, expressed his enthusiasm by reposting an announcement from Portland Thorns FC on his Instagram story. The announcement by the NWSL team welcomed the WNBA […]

The Las Vegas Aces could be without several key players, including A’ja Wilson, Kelsey Plum, Chelsea Gray, Jackie Young and Kierstan Bell, for their final regular season game against the Dallas Wings on Thursday. The Aces’ decision to rest its key players comes after a demanding 39-game WNBA season in which the team secured the […]

Houston Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta is reportedly preparing to submit a bid for a WNBA expansion franchise, aiming to bring professional women’s basketball back to Houston. According to sources familiar with the matter, Fertitta’s proposal is expected to be made within the next few weeks. The timeline for when the WNBA will officially award its […]

Chicago Sky veteran Lindsay Allen praised the impact of WNBA rookies Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever and Angel Reese on the league this season, calling their contributions “phenomenal.” Allen emphasized the high level of basketball talent showcased throughout the WNBA, specifically highlighting Reese’s record-breaking season with the Sky. “Watching the basketball that’s been played […]

Indiana Fever guard Erica Wheeler offered insight into how rookie star Caitlin Clark and the rest of the Fever handle pressure, emphasizing the importance of keeping things light and fun, even in high-stakes moments. “All we do is have fun with Caitlin Clark who never takes anything serious,” Wheeler said in a video shared on […]

Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve has attributed much of the team’s successful 2024 season to the stellar play of forward Napheesa Collier. Leading the charge on both ends of the court, Collier has been a cornerstone for Minnesota’s defense and offense, helping the Lynx maintain their position near the top of the WNBA standings. […]

NJ/NY Gotham FC will make history on Monday as the first NWSL team to be honored at the White House. The visit celebrates their victory in the 2023 NWSL Championship, a 2-1 win over OL Reign (now Seattle Reign FC). The landmark invitation marks a significant moment for women’s professional soccer, as no NWSL team […]

The WNBA is poised to continue capitalizing on the rising star power of Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and their historic rookie class, as league executives and players gear up for a new era of visibility and growth. After the 2023 NCAA women’s basketball championship, which drew almost 10 million viewers to watch Reese’s LSU defeat […]

Brad Gilbert, coach of tennis sensation Coco Gauff, announced that their coaching partnership has come to an end. The split follows Gauff’s early exit from the 2024 U.S. Open, where she was knocked out in the fourth round by fellow American Emma Navarro. Gilbert took to social media platform X, formerly Twitter, on Wednesday to […]

The Connecticut Sun’s hopes of securing a top playoff spot took a hit Tuesday night after a narrow 78-76 loss to the Minnesota Lynx. With less than eight seconds remaining, Minnesota’s Napheesa Collier made a decisive pass to Bridget Carleton, who drained a game-winning 3-pointer. The loss put the Sun’s third-place standing in the WNBA […]

WNBA legend and ESPN analyst Rebecca Lobo made a bold statement about Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark, claiming that Clark is being defended more aggressively than any rookie in league history. After reviewing footage of previous rookies, including notable guards like Kelsey Plum and Sabrina Ionescu, Lobo is convinced that no one has faced the […]

Skylar Diggins-Smith led the Seattle Storm to a 90-82 win over the Los Angeles Sparks on Wednesday night, showcasing why coach Noelle Quinn called her one of the best players in the league. Diggins-Smith’s all-around performance — 26 points on 10-for-13 shooting, five assists, four steals and three blocks — was pivotal in helping Seattle […]

Aaliyah Edwards delivered a standout performance in the Washington Mystics’ 89-58 blowout win over the Chicago Sky on Wednesday, helping her team close the gap in the race for the WNBA’s final playoff spot. Edwards notched 15 points, 10 rebounds and three blocks in the win, marking her third double-double of the season and her […]

Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson made history on Wednesday night, breaking the WNBA’s all-time single-season scoring record during a game against the Indiana Fever. Wilson surpassed Jewell Loyd’s previous record of 939 points on a midrange jumper in the final minute of the first half, cementing her place in the history books. While Wilson’s […]

The South Carolina women’s basketball team celebrated its 2023-24 national championship with a visit to the White House on Tuesday, marking the program’s first trip to Washington, D.C., for such an honor. Coach Dawn Staley, who led the Gamecocks to an undefeated season, expressed her gratitude and used the moment to highlight the significance of […]

WNBA players on social media seemingly responded Tuesday to comments made by commissioner Cathy Engelbert regarding the rivalry between rookies Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever and Angel Reese of the Chicago Sky. Engelbert, speaking on CNBC’s “Power Lunch,” compared the two stars’ competition to the historic rivalry between NBA legends Larry Bird and Magic […]

The PWHL revealed the official names and logos for its six franchises ahead of its sophomore season on Monday. After debuting in January 2024 without team names, the PWHL introduced the Boston Fleet, Minnesota Frost, Montréal Victoire, New York Sirens, Ottawa Charge and Toronto Sceptres as the league’s first official monikers. The inaugural season saw […]

Connecticut Sun star DeWanna Bonner deserves far more credit as one of the WNBA’s all-time greats, and the numbers back it up. Currently, Bonner ranks fourth on the WNBA’s all-time scoring list, with over 7,411 points, placing her alongside legends such as Tamika Catchings, and she’s closing in on the third spot held by Tina […]

Nika Mühl, the former UConn women’s basketball standout and now a rookie with the Seattle Storm, is embracing her transition to the WNBA with gratitude and patience. Mühl, who has played limited minutes since joining the team, expressed how fortunate she feels to be part of the elite group of athletes in the league after […]

Caitlin Clark’s first season in the WNBA has taken the league by storm, and her case for MVP has grown stronger with each passing game. While seen as a lock for Rookie of the Year, Clark’s on-court dominance, multiple shattered records and ability to elevate the Indiana Fever into the playoffs have solidified her as […]

The Seattle Storm are taking a renewed sense of urgency into the final stretch of the season after a 71-64 upset win over the Connecticut Sun. The victory on Tuesday night snapped a two-game losing streak and marked Seattle’s first win at Mohegan Sun Arena since June 2021. With just two weeks remaining in the […]

Aryna Sabalenka, last year’s U.S. Open runner-up, is heading into the semifinals with a lighthearted strategy to gain crowd support at Arthur Ashe Stadium. After her dominant 6-1, 6-2 victory over No. 7 seed Qinwen Zheng on Tuesday, Sabalenka was asked during her post-match interview with ESPN’s Pam Shriver how she planned to sway the […]

The highly anticipated game on Aug. 30 between Caitlin Clark’s Indiana Fever and Angel Reese’s Chicago Sky shattered viewership records on ION Network, drawing an average of 1.60 million viewers. That marks the highest WNBA audience ever recorded on the Scripps-owned network, surpassing the previous record of 1.34 million viewers set during a July matchup […]

As the 2024 WNBA season nears its conclusion, the battle for playoff positioning is only just beginning. While established powerhouses like the New York Liberty and Minnesota Lynx continue to dominate, the resurgence of the Indiana Fever, spearheaded by rookie Caitlin Clark, has been the WNBA playoffs’ most compelling storyline. Here’s a look at the […]