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Tina Charles moved up the record books on Aug. 21 when she passed Tina Thompson for No.2 on the all-time scoring list. The person at the No.1 spot – Diana Taurasi – was on the court to congratulate Charles on moving up on the list, and at the end of the game, the Dream center […]

The Atlanta Dream have been on a roll since coming back from the Olympic break, and they’ve been winning games in different types of ways. In their game against the Phoenix Mercury, it was the defense that led them to a 72-63 victory, and it started with just holding them to six points in the […]

Atlanta Dream center Tina Charles has moved to No.2 in the WNBA all-time leading scoring list, passing Tina Thompson. Charles is now behind Diana Taurasi, who the Dream played today against the Phoenix Mercury. After Charles moved up the list, a timeout was called and she embraced the crowd as they cheered for her. Taurasi […]

When the Atlanta Dream and Phoenix Mercury step on the court on Aug. 21, a little bit of history could possibly be made. Tina Charles is just 10 points away from moving up to No. 2 on the WNBA all-time scoring list, and she’ll be sharing the court with the person who’s at the top […]

A’ja Wilson scored 34 points and collected 13 rebounds in the Las Vegas Aces’ 87-71 win over the Los Angeles Sparks on Sunday. Her most recent double-double marks the 93rd of her career. This places her 7th on the WNBA’s all-time list for double-doubles, with Tamika Catchings holding the 6th spot at 96. Led by […]

If it was any way to light a spark for the Atlanta Dream to start the second half of the season, it was the way their game against the Seattle Storm ended. In dramatic fashion, Storm guard Jewell Loyd hit a fadeaway three to tie the game at 81 with four seconds left. After a […]

The Atlanta Dream are staying optimistic about this season’s prospects despite the recent setback of losing their top scorer, Rhyne Howard, to an ankle injury. Veteran player Tina Charles has stepped up, providing leadership and scoring to keep the Dream competitive as they navigate this period without Howard. “(Dream coach) Tanisha (Wright) always says we […]

Angel Reese’s cultural import off the floor was always bound to make her a WNBA star. Just one month into her highly anticipated rookie season, it’s abundantly clear the Chicago Sky forward would’ve been bound for that label due to her play on the hardwood, too. Reese entered rarified basketball air in Chicago’s hard-fought 83-81 […]

The Atlanta Dream defeated the Chicago Sky 89-80 Saturday, improving their season record to 5-4. The game was highlighted by a standout performance from Tina Charles, who not only led all scorers with 22 points but also provided invaluable mentorship to Sky forward Angel Reese. After the game, Charles shared her thoughts on Reese’s potential, […]

Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky fell prey on Saturday to the Atlanta Dream in an 89-80 loss at home. The latest loss by Chicago put to waste a brilliant performance from the rookie, who finished with a double-double of 13 points and 13 rebounds while also adding two assists and five blocks in 33 […]

The Atlanta Dream made significant moves in the WNBA free agency on Thursday, acquiring guard Jordin Canada and signing former MVP Tina Charles in a trade with the Los Angeles Sparks. Jordin Canada, coming off an impressive season, joins the Dream in a sign-and-trade deal. The Sparks traded Canada and their No. 12 pick in […]

Seattle Storm star center Tina Charles showed out in Game 1 of the WNBA Semifinals against the number one seed Las Vegas Aces, dropping 13 points and grabbing a franchise playoff-record 18 boards, controlling the paint en route to a 76-73 victory as the four-seed. The Aces’ number one option, A’Ja Wilson, found it difficult […]

The Phoenix Mercury announced Saturday the shocking departure of former WNBA MVP Tina Charles after she played just 16 games for the franchise. The Mercury then played a game against the Dallas Wings on Saturday night, and Sophie Cunningham made her feelings about the Charles situation clearly known after the game. Let’s just say there’s […]

WNBA star Brittney Griner is still being detained in Russia, forcing her Phoenix Mercury teammates to start the season without her. Unfortunately, they’re now 6-12 after 18 games, and Griner’s absence is undoubtedly a huge factor in the equation. One of the main players to step up for the Mercury is Tina Charles. She has […]

The Phoenix Mercury are making waves after losing to the Chicago Sky in the WNBA Finals last season. Not long after acquiring Diamond DeShields from the Sky in a three-team deal, the Mercury signed Tina Charles, the top scorer in the WNBA in 2021. These are some massive moves for an already loaded roster that […]