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Dwyane Wade, part owner of the WNBA’s Chicago Sky, provided his candid insights into Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark’s eight-figure shoe deal with Nike on “The Wine Down” on Wednesday. The multimillion-dollar deal highlights Clark’s burgeoning market appeal and also signals a potential shift in how players are valued commercially. Clark, the No. 1 pick […]

WNBA star and Phoenix Mercury center Brittney Griner shared the psychological toll of her detention in Russia, including being coerced into writing a conciliatory letter to Russian President Vladimir Putin before her release. She shared this condition of her release during an interview Thursday on ABC’s “20/20,” providing a glimpse into the pressures she faced […]

WNBA star and Phoenix Mercury center Brittney Griner recounted her harrowing experience in a Russian jail, revealing she had considered suicide during the early weeks of her detainment. The revelation came during an ABC’s “20/20” interview with Robin Roberts on Thursday where Griner discussed the mental and physical challenges she faced while incarcerated. Arrested in […]

The Indiana Fever are preparing for one of their most exciting WNBA seasons in franchise history. Indiana selected former Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark first overall in the 2024 WNBA Draft. Clark is teaming up with former 2023 No. 1 pick Aliyah Boston. Boston displayed her confidence in Clark amid the ex-Iowa star’s massive […]

As the WNBA gears up for its upcoming season, the Indiana Fever is taking new steps to enhance security measures for its players, particularly for the highly anticipated rookie Caitlin Clark. The Fever’s general manager Lin Dunn, alongside Clark and other team members, discussed these preparations during the team’s media day Wednesday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. […]

The WNBA is experiencing a significant uptick in ticket sales, influenced by the league debut of rookie sensations Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese, and the return of stars like the Las Vegas Aces’ A’ja Wilson and Kelsey Plum. According to StubHub, ticket sales for WNBA games have soared by 93% compared to last season, per […]

As the Indiana Fever gear up for the 2024 WNBA season, all eyes are on rookie star Caitlin Clark, who is drawing comparisons to basketball legends Sue Bird and Larry Bird. General Manager Lin Dunn highlighted Clark’s potential during the team’s recent media day Wednesday, setting high hopes for her impact on the franchise and […]

As the WNBA experiences a surge in ticket sales with the professional debut of Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark, Las Vegas Aces guard Kelsey Plum emphasized that the boost in attendance isn’t solely due to the new draft pick. While acknowledging Clark’s significant draw, Plum pointed out that the Aces’ established stars and recent successes […]

The Dallas Wings enjoyed a strong 2023 season but fell short in the WNBA playoffs. Dallas features an exciting team heading into the 2024 campaign, though. Wings star Satou Sabally is confident that Dallas can take a step forward during the upcoming season. “Obviously (the 2023 season) didn’t end how we want, but I think […]

No. 1 WNBA Draft pick Caitlin Clark is set to start her professional career with the Indiana Fever Friday in a preseason game vs. the Dallas Wings, but it was a decade-old encounter with Maya Moore that she credits for profoundly influencing her journey. Clark recalls the moment, a brief hug with Moore after a […]

Las Vegas Aces, point guard Chelsea Gray has signed a contract extension Tuesday through 2025, solidifying her commitment to the team and city that she now calls home. Gray, a pivotal player in the Aces’ lineup, expressed her deep connection to the franchise and its community. “I love this franchise, this team and the city […]

The Indiana Fever’s newest sensation, No. 1 WNBA Draft pick Caitlin Clark, has brought a new energy to Indianapolis, a city historically known for its basketball fervor but now buzzing with a newfound sense of excitement. The addition of Clark with last year’s No. 1 pick Erica Wheeler, as well as local sports stars such […]

The rookie card of the No. 1 WNBA Draft pick Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever sold for an impressive $10,000 Tuesday just minutes after being released. The sale was part of Panini America’s 2024 Instant WNBA Draft Night series, which featured the debut of trading cards for stars from this year’s draft class. Clark’s […]

Alexis Morris, the former LSU women’s basketball standout and aspiring WNBA player, remains undeterred despite not making a WNBA roster. Morris, who the Connecticut Sun selected in the second round of the draft following her pivotal role in LSU’s 2023 national title win, found herself cut before the season even started. This year, the situation […]

The Las Vegas Aces are the reigning WNBA champions having won back to back titles, and this season they’re eyeing a rare three-peat. They have one of the top rosters in the league with the top head coach in Becky Hammon. And now it appears as if they’ll have a key player in the fold. […]

Former NBA star Dwyane Wade recently summed up his reaction on social media to Candace Parker’s retirement from professional basketball with just one emoji: the goat, signifying her status as one of the greatest of all time in the WNBA. 🐐 https://t.co/JIgc3PFtmN — DWade (@DwyaneWade) April 30, 2024 Parker announced her departure on Sunday from […]

One would think that Phoenix Mercury guard Diana Taurasi has earned the benefit of the doubt when it comes to WNBA takes. However, not all fans were pleased with her comments regarding the Indiana Fever’s No. 1 draft pick Caitlin Clark. Taurasi defended herself on Monday, saying that she didn’t mean anything bad by it, […]

The Seattle Storm are already made headlines in the WNBA off-season with their significant roster enhancements, most notably the addition of Skylar Diggins-Smith, who is set to return to professional basketball following her maternity leave. Together with Nneka Ogwumike and Jewell Loyd, Diggins-Smith forms a new powerhouse trio that aims to lead the Storm back […]

Legendary WNBA player Sue Bird has embarked on a new chapter in her illustrious career by joining the Seattle Storm’s ownership group, a move she compares to her initial experiences as a rookie. Bird, who retired at the end of the 2022 season after a storied two-decade career with the Storm, expressed her enthusiasm for […]

As the latest addition to the Indiana Fever, Caitlin Clark is no stranger to the spotlight. After the first day of training camp Sunday, Clark shared her vision and goals for her rookie season in the WNBA, reflecting her readiness to tackle the inevitable pressures and expectations that come with being the league’s most-watched rookie. […]

New York Liberty guard Breanna Stewart joined the growing list of players lauding Las Vegas Aces forward Candace Parker for a stellar career after she announced her retirement from the WNBA after 16 seasons. When pressed on the development of Parker’s decision to retire, Stewart was stunned, via WNBA insider Khristina Williams. “What? Wow,” Stewart […]

Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese is paying tribute to Candace Parker, as the WNBA legend announced her retirement from basketball on Sunday. Reese is remembering Parker as one of her idols in women’s basketball. When Angel Reese was drafted she thought about taking No. 3 because of Candace Parker. Then she thought, no, Parker’s number […]

Las Vegas Aces star Candace Parker is retiring from the WNBA. The three-time WNBA champion and two-time league MVP  announced via Instagram on Sunday that she is retiring after 16 years of playing professional basketball. “I promised I’d never cheat the game & that I’d leave it in a better place than I came into […]

The Indiana Fever could be poised for a significant boost in fan support following the arrival of No. 1 WNBA Draft pick Caitlin Clark, as she brings her extensive Iowa following to the WNBA. Clark, a standout at the University of Iowa, confidently expressed the expected influx of support from her collegiate fan base to […]

The Chicago Sky are entering an exciting organizational phase ahead of the 2024 WNBA season. Chicago drafted highly-touted South Carolina product Kamilla Cardoso and former LSU star Angel Reese in one of the most talented draft classes in league history. Moreover, Teresa Weatherspoon is beginning her first year as the squad’s head coach. The Sky […]

Erica Leak, a former WNBA draftee, is replacing Dawn Thornton as the next head coach of the women’s basketball program at the University of Arkansas-Pine Bluff. The Golden Lions sought a candidate with an experienced basketball background, which they received in hiring Leak, who has played and coached at multiple levels. Erica Leak named Women’s […]

Caitlin Clark was the talk of the basketball world after she attended the Indian Pacers-Milwaukee Bucks Game 3 on Friday, and for plenty of good reasons. For one, she came there to support the Pacers now that she’s part of the community after being taken no. 1 overall by the Indiana Fever in the 2024 […]

As WNBA training camps kick-off, the excitement is palpable with the arrival of star rookies from the draft like Caitlin Clark and huge offseason movements, including Nneka Ogwumike and Skylar Diggins-Smith joining the Seattle Storm. However, beneath the surface excitement, a stark reality is about to set in for many rookies about the competition for […]

Dallas Wings forward Satou Sabally is progressing well in her recovery from shoulder surgery and is on track for a return following the Paris Olympics in August, according to team officials. Sabally, the WNBA’s Most Improved Player last season, underwent surgery on her left shoulder in February after getting injured while aiding Germany’s successful qualification […]

The 2024 WNBA Draft has ushered in a wave of talent that promises to reshape the league. As the season approaches, let’s explore some bold predictions for some of the top WNBA rookies: Caitlin Clark, Cameron Brink, Kamilla Cardoso and Angel Reese. Caitlin Clark (No. 1 – Indiana Fever) Prediction: Caitlin Clark, the unparalleled talent […]

The Seattle Storm announced Wednesday that Sue Bird, a legendary name in women’s basketball basketball, has joined the team’s ownership group, Force 10 Hoops. The transition from the court to the boardroom marks a new chapter for Bird, who retired at the end of the 2022 season after a storied 19-year playing career. Bird, who […]

In a heartwarming display of affection, Caitlin Clark, newly drafted by the Indiana Fever and her boyfriend, former Iowa basketball star Connor McCaffery, celebrated their first anniversary with touching Instagram posts Wednesday, April 24. Clark, who has risen to prominence as one of the most recognizable players in women’s basketball, recently made headlines when she […]

Just a day after announcing her retirement from a distinguished 14-year WNBA career, Epiphanny Prince has already transitioned to an exciting new chapter. The former guard was appointed as the director of player and community engagement Wednesday for the New York Liberty, returning to her roots in a role that will leverage her extensive experience […]

Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson, a prominent figure in women’s sports, delivered a compelling message to fans about the importance of supporting female athletes financially. Speaking at the TIME100 Summit Wednesday, Wilson emphasized the direct impact fans can have on the growth and sustainability of women’s sports. “Buy that jersey. Go to that game, […]

Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson was recently spotlighted on Times Magazine’s list of the 100 most influential people and spoke at the 2024 TIME 100 Summit alongside fencer Ibtihaj Muhammad on Wednesday. Wilson recently released a book entitled Dear Black Girls: How to Be True to You, meant to use her experience to help […]

Jeff Kwatinetz, co-founder of the BIG3 league, revealed Wednesday that Caitlin Clark, the prodigious talent from Iowa basketball, was poised to earn a whopping $15 million from a deal that would allow her to play in the BIG3 while also pursuing a WNBA career. The BIG3’s offer, first detailed last month, proposed a $5 million […]

The Indiana Fever are entering a new era after drafting Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark. Clark’s ceiling is sky-high, and the team hopes she takes them to a new level. Shoe companies have also recognized Clark’s value. She signed a deal with Nike worth roughly $28 million. However, other companies reportedly had shocking conditions […]

WNBA veteran Epiphanny Prince has decided to hang up her sneakers after an illustrious 14-year career in professional basketball. The 36-year-old Russian-American guard, known for her scoring prowess and strategic playmaking, announced her retirement in an Instagram post Thursday, marking the end of a journey that took her across four WNBA teams and numerous overseas […]

It’s not news anymore whenever Caitlin Clark makes history. She’s changed the perception of women’s basketball even before she stepped foot in the WNBA. While most fans are familiar with what she can do on the hardwood, we were able to gather a few lesser-known facts about her life that not a lot of fans […]