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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 […]

Las Vegas Aces guard Kelsey Plum and NFL tight end Darren Waller have jointly filed for divorce, court documents revealed Tuesday. The filing, made in Clark County, Nevada, marks a sudden end to their brief marriage, which began just last year. The couple, who became a familiar duo in the Las Vegas sports scene, submitted […]

The Indiana Fever’s No. 1 pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft, Caitlin Clark, has set her sights on a coveted spot in Team USA for the upcoming Paris Olympics. Despite missing a U.S. training camp due to her NCAA commitments, Clark’s inaugural season in the WNBA will be her proving ground to secure her place […]

As the WNBA’s visibility continues to rise, Caitlin Clark, Iowa women’s basketball standout star, recently drafted by the Indiana Fever, has captured the admiration not just of women’s basketball fans but also of her counterparts in the NBA. In a recent anonymous poll conducted by The Athletic, NBA players voted Clark as their second favorite […]

After multiple reports stated that Caitlin Clark was nearing an eight-figure agreement with Nike, the numbers are finally out. Clark is set to land an eight-year deal worth up to $28 million, per NBA Central and The Wall Street Journal. The Indiana Fever rookie’s history with the sportswear giant dates back to her decorated days […]

The WNBA’s Dallas Wings are looking to make a significant move to downtown Dallas, with city officials set to review a 15-year deal to relocate the team to the renovated Dallas Memorial Auditorium at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center. The move, scheduled for a vote by the Dallas City Council on Wednesday, aligns with […]

Antonio Brown has ramped up his odd and inappropriate comments towards Caitlin Clark. The former NFL star made an inappropriate comment on a video of her during her opening press conference as a member of the Indiana Fever after being selected first overall in the WNBA Draft on Monday. Clark proceeded to block Brown on […]

The Phoenix Suns dominated the Minnesota Timberwolves in their final regular season game on April 14, setting up what should be a hotly contested Game One NBA Playoffs grudge match on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. Prior to the game Suns guard Bradley Beal got a chance to check out the WNBA Phoenix Mercury’s new threads, […]

Caitlin Clark, the recent No. 1 WNBA draft pick for the Indiana Fever, made headlines recently not only for her transition to the WNBA but also for her firm stance against unsolicited negative commentary on social media. In a recent incident, Clark blocked former NFL wide receiver Antonio Brown on X, formerly Twitter, after he […]

In a significant move towards fostering youth engagement and empowerment in underserved communities, WNBA star Sabrina Ionescu, through her SI20 Foundation, has partnered with 2K Foundations and SLAM to renovate a basketball court at the Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club (LABGC) in Downtown Los Angeles. This collaboration aims not just to refurbish a physical […]

The Seattle Storm recently unveiled a state-of-the-art practice facility Thursday, a development that marks a huge milestone for not just the franchise and its players, but also the WNBA. According to Storm guard Jewell Loyd, it’s a long-overdue addition that’s expected to be a game-changer for the team. “It’s about time,” Loyd said, per Kevin […]

A’ja Wilson’s net worth in 2023 is $2 million. Wilson is a professional basketball player who plays for the Las Vegas Aces of the WNBA. She is a two-time WNBA MVP, a two-time WNBA champion, a WNBA Defensive Player of the Year winner, a five-time WNBA All-Star, a three-time All-WNBA team player, a two-time WNBA […]

In the midst of all the adulation and big endorsement deals, there is substantial pressure on Caitlin Clark to lift the WNBA to financial heights it has not previously been able to fathom. Sure, there are plenty of stars who are evolving the game on the court, but the new face of the Indiana Fever, […]

The anticipation surrounding WNBA rookie Caitlin Clark’s impact on the Indiana Fever has already led to a significant venue change for their upcoming June 7 matchup against the Washington Mystics. Due to overwhelming demand, the Mystics announced Thursday that the game will be relocated from the Entertainment Sports Arena, which seats 4,200, to the much […]

In the wake of WNBA star Caitlin Clark nearing a lucrative shoe deal with Nike Thursday, Las Vegas Aces’ A’ja Wilson found herself defending against online accusations of jealousy. Wilson, a prominent figure in the league and a two-time WNBA champion, faced criticism after she posted a Bible verse, Psalm 37:7, which speaks to being […]

Angel Reese, the standout forward and recent Chicago Sky draftee, is adopting a new moniker to mark her move from LSU to the Windy City. The 21-year-old announced that she would now like to be known as “Chi Barbie,” a nod to her new home and a departure from her previous nickname, “Bayou Barbie.” Reese […]

The Chicago Sky, in collaboration with Nike and the WNBA introduced a new WNBA Nike Rebel Edition uniform Thursday for the upcoming 2024 season, aptly named the ‘Sky-Town’ jersey. The ‘Sky-Town’ jersey features a light blue color with silver piping and a white gradient that mimics the expansive Chicago sky. The ‘Skytown’ wordmark on the […]

Caitlin Clark has taken the basketball world by storm. The former Iowa Hawkeye smashed record after record during her collegiate career and will play in her first WNBA game with the Indiana Fever in a month. The Fever’s new superstar just inked a massive deal with Nike. Caitlin Clark’s Nike deal includes a signature shoe […]

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark is reportedly on the verge of a massive shoe deal with Nike that would include her own signature shoe, per Shams Charania of The Athletic: “Breaking: Indiana Fever’s Caitlin Clark – the No. 1 pick in the WNBA draft – is nearing a lucrative, eight-figure endorsement deal with Nike, per […]

Caitlin Clark has finally arrived at the home of the Indiana Fever. The 2024 WNBA Draft’s first overall pick had stops to meet with media members and even had a chance to go on The Pat McAfee Show. But, the former Iowa women’s basketball star had an awkward encounter with members of the press. Gregg […]

For the 2024 WNBA season, no other player is going to have a target on their back as much as Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark. The former Iowa star was the No. 1 pick in the WNBA Draft and is coming into the league with with lofty expectations. Being the No. 1 pick alone comes […]

The Los Angeles Sparks made some decisive moves in the 2024 WNBA Draft Monday, selecting three players who could reshape the future of the franchise. With their top picks, No. 2 Cameron Brink of Stanford and No. 4 Rickea Jackson of Tennessee, the Sparks addressed key needs and set themselves up for an exciting rebuild. […]