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After returning to a professional tennis court for the first time in 16 months, Venus Williams’ short-lived Cinderella run in the Mubadala Citi DC Open has come to an end. The former World No. 1 fell 2-6, 2-6 to Magdalena Freçh in the second round, but she was anything but upset when giving her thoughts […]

With the WNBA 2025 All-Star Weekend officially over and the second half of the season underway, it acts as a sort of soft reset for some of the league’s teams and players. As the campaign barrels toward the playoffs, there are some important storylines to keep track of as they approach a conclusion. Let’s take […]

Naomi Osaka’s path back to Grand Slam glory has hit yet another roadblock. The two-time US Open champion fell short in the second round of the DC Open to Britain’s Emma Raducanu in straight sets, with her 4-6, 2-6 finish marking the latest in a string of disappointing WTA tournament losses. Despite winning points on […]

A’ja Wilson keeps on racking up the honors. The league announced that the Las Vegas Aces star and reigning WNBA MVP has been chosen as the first-ever Jr. WNBA Global Ambassador, meaning she’ll have the opportunity to guide the next generation of basketball players while serving as the strategic advisor and participating in various Jr. […]

The WNBA CBA (collective bargaining agreement) negotiations have been the hot topic since the league and players’ meeting ahead of All-Star Weekend, and the players seemingly just doubled down on their solidarity. A source in the W has unveiled to ESPN’s Alexa Philippou and Ramona Shelburne that three of the biggest young stars, the Indiana […]

As the WNBA entered the All‑Star break, culminating the first half of the 2025 season, Week 9 provides a snapshot of a league defined by dominant frontrunners, rising challengers, and rebuilding teams laying the foundations for their future success. Let’s explore all 13 teams in this week’s WNBA power rankings, looking at key storylines and what […]

The 2025 WNBA All-Star Weekend in Indianapolis, Indiana, wasn’t just a series of basketball-related events — it was a cultural spectacle that resonated far beyond the hardwood. From the on-court historic performances to the off-court viral moments, there was no shortage of electrifying activity that entertained fans and created an unforgettable weekend. Let’s take a […]

Courtney Williams may have been in Indianapolis, Indiana, over the weekend to play in the 2025 WNBA All-Star Game as a reserve, but she made headlines for her actions off the court instead. The Minnesota Lynx star, alongside friend and teammate Natisha Hiedeman, make up the StudBudz duo that took the league, fans, and social […]

Skylar Diggins put up a historic performance in this year’s WNBA All-Star Game, notching the first-ever triple-double in the exhibition game while setting the assist record with 15 total. The Seattle Storm star gave credit for her outstanding play in the game and all season to the time she spent playing in Unrivaled before the […]

Chicago Sky star Angel Reese and her mom — also named Angel Reese — have publicly shared many close moments, but it seems the elder Angel was underprepared for the aftermath of a night out with her daughter. The morning after a spirited night out during the 2025 WNBA All-Star Weekend, “Big Angel” dropped a […]

Angel Reese has been reaching career milestones throughout the 2025 season, which earned her a place in this year’s WNBA All-Star Game in Indianapolis. The improvements in her game aren’t going unnoticed by fans and around the league, and the Chicago Sky star is now opening up about the reasons for the change. Reese sat […]

A’ja Wilson didn’t just pull up to the 2025 WNBA All-Star Weekend Friday night events — Wilson made sure to arrive in style and make her presence known. The Las Vegas Aces star channeled a bit of Shaquille O’Neal’s iconic move from the 2006 NBA All-Star Weekend, turning her signature Nike A’One shoe into a […]

Unrivaled only has one completed season under its belt, but it’s already shaking things up in the women’s basketball world. The offseason league for WNBA players was very visible during the 2025 All-Star Weekend, setting up its own schedule of events alongside the W’s in Indianapolis, Indiana. Two of the biggest draws of the weekend […]

Washington Mystics guard Brittney Sykes has earned her first placement on a WNBA All-Star Game roster, and seemingly no one is happier for her than New York Liberty guard Natasha Cloud. The two were caught on camera celebrating during the players’ first practice, with Cloud carrying Sykes before they giddily jumped around the court together […]

The Minnesota Lynx are well-represented at the 2025 WNBA All-Star Weekend, with MVP candidate Napheesa Collier headlining her own All-Star Game team that also features star Courtney Williams as a reserve and Cheryl Reeve filling her familiar position of head coach. But so far, the most attention they’ve drawn has come from their off-court activities. […]

Flau’jae Johnson has some words for fellow college athletes who are bringing in the big NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) bucks. The LSU women’s basketball star turned her appearance on Club Shay Shay, hosted by former NFL star Shannon Sharpe, into a portfolio-building session in an attempt to help other young players find financial longevity […]

As the top elite athletes of their sport, WNBA players are understandably competitive, and there’s no better stage to show that off than the 2025 WNBA All-Star Weekend. In an interview posted to the league’s account on X, formerly Twitter, no one demonstrated that drive better than Seattle Storm star Skylar Diggins and Minnesota Lynx […]

Angel Reese’s positive impact on the court is being well-documented, but her off-court moves deserve just as much spotlight. The Chicago Sky star is making sure of that, sharing with ESPN journalist Holly Rowe her next community outreach project and the deep meaning behind it for her. “[Giving back to kids] is really important because […]

UCLA’s Jordan Chiles is used to grabbing the public’s attention, but this time, she’s done so off the mat. The two-time Olympian strutted down the 2025 ESPY Awards red carpet in a look from Cong Tri’s spring 2025 collection and completed her monochromatic theme with Christian Louboutin “So Kate” pointed-toe stiletto pumps. Chiles’ bright golden […]

WNBA legend Candace Parker may have ended her on-court career, but she’s found plenty to keep herself busy off the court. Outside of her retirement achievements — which include becoming the president of Adidas women’s basketball, getting involved with media coverage of the W, and releasing a book in June — Parker is now linking […]

The ESPY Awards bring out the biggest names in sports every year, and the 2025 version of the event was no exception. Among the stars were former WNBA and USWNT  stars Diana Taurasi and Alex Morgan, respectively, who were there accepting the appropriately named ESPYs Icon Award in “recognition of their incredible careers and significant […]

Teams all around the WNBA are celebrating their players as they send them off to Indiana for a star-studded All-Star weekend, and the Atlanta Dream are no different. The organization presented three-time All-Star and first-time starter Allisha Gray with a special video montage of heartfelt messages from her closest loved ones, which left an emotional […]

Chicago Sky phenom Angel Reese has been on the receiving end of tons of shade thrown her way, both from those within and outside of the basketball world. However, the attention former NFL quarterback Robert Griffin III has given Reese recently drew ire from some of the biggest icons in sports. First, Shaquille O’Neal called […]

Angel Reese has made quite the impression on basketball legends in her relatively short WNBA career. Just days after Shaquille O’Neal issued a warning to Robert Griffin III over his controversial comments on Reese, former three-time NBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas is also coming to the defense of the Chicago Sky star. “It’s lazy journalism,” Arenas […]

The WNBA logged a short week as players prepare to head to Indianapolis, Indiana, for All-Star Weekend, but that doesn’t mean there was a shortage of entertainment or surprises. The WNBA power rankings have a new No. 1 team for the first time in the 2025 season, proving how much the league is still shaking […]

The 2025 WNBA All-Star Weekend is shaping up to be one of the most exciting and historic events in league history. Scheduled for July 19, 2025, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana, this year’s festivities mark the first time the Indiana Fever have hosted the All-Star showcase. Headlined by first-time captains Caitlin Clark and Napheesa […]

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark might still be finding her shooting stroke after missing extended playing time due to injury, but Clark more than made up for it on the defensive end in a decisive 102-83 win over Paige Bueckers and the Dallas Wings. Clark tied her WNBA career record of five steals in addition […]

Caitlin Clark has become one of the WNBA’s biggest trendsetters for many reasons, and her sneaker game is definitely on that list. Clark’s association with sneakers has been front and center since Nike signed her to a signature shoe deal in 2024, and the Indiana Fever star has already rocked a player-exclusive edition of Kobes. […]

The TCU women’s basketball team’s newest star Olivia Miles made her first public appearance since winning her second FIBA championship, sitting courtside to witness the Chicago Sky’s impressive 87-81 upset victory over the Minnesota Lynx. Less than a week after winning the 2025 Women’s AmeriCup championship with USA Basketball, Miles was spotted in Chicago supporting […]

After the Chicago Sky stunned the Minnesota Lynx by stealing an 87-81 win, Angel Reese made sure the spotlight was shared equally with her teammates. When asked about the duo’s production, Reese had nothing but positives to say about fellow standout Kamilla Cardoso. “Somebody said we wasn’t the best young core in the league. I […]

Dallas Wings rookie Paige Bueckers turned heads when she rocked Devin Booker’s signature sneaker against the Phoenix Mercury, and it’s no secret that the confessed sneakerhead has a rotation that changes from game to game. But what might come as a slight surprise to fans is how exactly her decision is made. As it turns […]

Questions about Livvy Dunne and what her next steps will be have surrounded her since her days with LSU women’s gymnastics came to an end. After being named a TIME100 creator, Dunne shared that her plan involves putting her social media strengths to use. “It was always a goal of mine to get that blue […]

For the first month of the 2025 WNBA campaign, the Minnesota Lynx and New York Liberty sat firmly atop the league as the top two teams. Now, as the midseason break approaches, the Liberty are nearly unrecognizable as defending champions. It may not be time to sound the alarm yet, but it is surprising to […]

Chicago Sky star Angel Reese is not shy when it comes to speaking out on what’s happening around the league, and she’s broken her silence to add to the discourse surrounding the WNBA’s announcement about the next expansion team cities. Unsurprisingly, Reese is a fan of the league’s decision to capitalize on the increased popularity […]

Boston Legacy FC are inching closer and closer to having all their pieces in place for their NWSL debut, and now they’ve officially added the club’s first player ever. The expansion franchise signed midfielder Annie Karich on a free transfer from Germany’s SC Freiburg, giving shape to the franchise’s roster for the first time. General […]

The WNBA has been exploding in popularity over the past few years, right alongside the league’s attempts to grow. The latest sign of this success came in the form of the WNBA announcing the three new expansion teams that have been awarded to Cleveland, Detroit, and Philadelphia. However, one of the W’s original franchise locations, […]

Week 6 of the 2025 WNBA season has brought even more intensity, surprises, and standout performances to this week’s power rankings as teams continue to fight for position in an increasingly competitive league. With the Commissioner’s Cup final nearly out of the way and the All-Star Weekend break just around the corner, every game carries […]

Tennis star Coco Gauff had all of the sports world’s eyes on her when she won her second Grand Slam title at the French Open a few weeks ago. Now, attention is on her play for a different reason, as the No. 2 was shockingly upset by No. 42 Dayana Yastremska in the first round […]

After taking Aaliyah Edwards No. 6 overall in the 2024 WNBA Draft, the Washington Mystics are prepared to potentially trade the second-year forward. Multiple teams have shown interest in Edwards, and the Mystics are apparently open to hearing what they have to say. Washington is taking offers from organizations around the W, per ESPN, showing […]