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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. […]

In a revelation Wednesday on the Pat McAfee Show, Caitlin Clark, the newly minted No. 1 pick in the WNBA draft, expressed her enthusiasm about being drafted in particular by the Indiana Fever. Clark, the standout from the University of Iowa, shared that she had eagerly hoped the Fever would secure the first pick in […]

A reporter had a rather creepy interaction with Indiana Fever new superstar Caitlin Clark during her introductory press conference on Wednesday. Perhaps the reporter, Gregg Doyel of The Indianapolis Star, was just trying to be friendly. But the encounter drew backlash from the social media world. Reporter: 🫶 Caitlin Clark: "You like that?" Reporter: "I […]

Most of the sports world has maintained a positive and excited mindset about everything Caitlin Clark accomplished at the college basketball level. Even fans who had not watched women’s college basketball couldn’t help but applaud Clark’s greatness. Clark, who was recently drafted by the Indiana Fever, has received some criticism from present and past WNBA […]

As the WNBA season kicks off with new star Caitlin Clark joining the Indiana Fever, a surprising voice has joined the discussion on the league’s salary structure — United States President Joe Biden. On Tuesday, President Biden took to X, formerly Twitter, to emphasize the ongoing issue of pay disparities between male and female athletes, […]

The Indiana Fever’s decision to draft Caitlin Clark with the first overall pick in the WNBA Draft Monday resulted in an unprecedented surge in ticket demand, marking a significant milestone for women’s basketball. According to Gametime, a leading platform for last-minute sports tickets, all of the top 10 highest-priced WNBA games for the upcoming season […]

Caitlin Clark was formally introduced as the latest star of the Indiana Fever at Gainbridge Fieldhouse Wednesday. Fresh off a record-setting career at Iowa, Clark’s arrival in the WNBA was celebrated with literal and figurative red-carpet treatment, highlighting the anticipation surrounding the Fever’s new player. In a video posted by the Fever on X, and […]

Seattle Storm guard Nika Muhl has been one of the most hyped WNBA prospects in this year’s draft class, and for good reason. The Croatian international holds UConn’s career assist record (686) and was a two-time Big East Defensive Player of the Year before being selected by the Storm 14th overall Monday night. Storm and […]

Selecting Caitlin Clark in the WNBA Draft means more than just getting the same production that she produced in Iowa. She has a massive following which is capable of filling up stadiums and selling out merchandise quickly. The Indiana Fever made the only right choice when they held the first overall pick. Now, she is […]

The Chicago Sky made significant moves in Monday’s 2024 WNBA Draft, selecting Kamilla Cardoso, Angel Reese and Brynna Maxwell to bolster their roster. Let’s break down the impact and potential of each pick, providing grades based on their college performances and anticipated contributions to the team. Kamilla Cardoso – Grade: A Kamilla Cardoso was selected […]

In an unprecedented showing of audience engagement, Monday’s 2024 WNBA Draft shattered all previous TV ratings records by drawing an average of 2.446 million viewers on ESPN, marking a staggering 307% uptick from last year’s draft viewership. The previous record was set two decades ago in 2004, when Diana Taurasi, one of the game’s all-time […]

The Los Angeles Sparks made huge strides in this year’s WNBA Draft on Monday, selecting Stanford women’s basketball star Cameron Brink and Tennessee’s Rickea Jackson with the second and fourth overall picks, respectively. The selections were part of a pivotal draft night for the Sparks setting the stage for what many hope will be a […]

All eyes were on Iowa women’s basketball standout Caitlin Clark Monday at the 2024 WNBA Draft. Clark made an instant splash in the league by setting yet another record, this time for jersey sales. Drafted first overall by the Indiana Fever, Clark’s No. 22 jersey became the fastest-selling jersey ever for a draft pick across all […]

WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert has signaled a bold vision for the league’s future, believing the WNBA has the momentum to grow to 16 teams by 2028. With an immediate goal to introduce a 14th team by 2026, Engelbert’s optimism reflects a broader surge in the sport’s popularity. The commissioner’s confidence comes on the heels of […]

Cameron Brink’s net worth in 2024 is $1 million to $2 million. She is a former National Champion and recently a second overall draft pick to the Los Angeles Sparks. Let’s look at Cameron Brink’s net worth in 2024. What is Cameron Brink’s net worth in 2024?: $1 million to $2 million (estimate) Brink has […]

Former Stanford Cardinal star Cameron Brink is finally in the pros after the Los Angeles Sparks selected her second overall during Monday night’s 2024 WNBA Draft. She likely would have been chosen No. 1 if it wasn’t for Iowa Hawkeyes product Caitlin Clark being in the same draft class. In any case, Brink has achieved […]