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Earlier, when the All-Unrivaled second team included Indiana Fever star and Caitlin Clark teammate Aliyah Boston, some fans were disappointed. That was because according to them, Boston deserved to be among the three players selected in the All-Unrivaled first team, which included Paige Bueckers, Kelsey Plum and Chelsea Gray, a list that is hard to […]

Kevin Durant was in attendance alongside thousands of fans during the recent Unrivaled matchup between the Breeze and the Laces at the Sephora Arena in Miami, Florida. Seattle Storm superstar Dominque Malonga, who finished the game with 21 points and ten rebounds, had an impressive running dunk with less than two seconds remaining in the […]

As the WNBA continues to try to come to an agreement on labor negotiations, things became tense in the latest virtual meeting amongst the players, according to Annie Costabile of Front Office Sports. “The tone quickly became tense as players discussed the best path forward, according to multiple sources with direct knowledge of the meeting,” […]

Caitlin Clark and Eileen Gu are enjoying their offseason in style. Shortly after two-time Olympian Gu picked up three more career medals at the 2026 Winter Games in Milan and Cortina, Italy, she hung around to enjoy Milan Fashion Week with the Indiana Fever superstar. Caitlin is front row at Prada for Milan Fashion Week! […]

Prior to Monday, no official deadline had been set for the WNBA and the players union to agree upon a new CBA deal amid ongoing negotiations. A couple of previous deadlines had been extended as both sides continued to exchange talks and proposals. But on Monday afternoon, the WNBA informed the players side that a […]

The WNBPA revealed on Sunday that the WNBA surpassed a major milestone for the first time in its history. The league told the union’s leaders earlier in February that enough money was earned in 2025 to trigger revenue sharing with the players. While the WNBPA didn’t detail the revenue generated or the revenue threshold, and […]

At the forefront of the ongoing CBA negotiations between the WNBA and the players is the issue of revenue sharing. One of the main issues is how far apart both sides are when it comes to how much of the money generated from revenue sharing the players should receive. But on Monday, the WNBA players […]

As a WNBA lockout looms, things could very well get more complicated. In an interview on the Rich Eisen Show, ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne outlined how the contract situation of the WNBA players this offseason could make a WNBA lockout even more devastating. “Like 80% of the league are free agents,” Shelburne told Eisen. “Everyone signed […]

Former WNBA All-Star and two-time champion Kara Braxton, who played professionally for a decade, died at the age of 43, the league announced Sunday night. Additional details regarding her passing are not yet known. “It is with profound sadness that we mourn the passing of 2x WNBA Champion Kara Braxton,” the WNBA said in a […]

By this point in a normal WNBA timeframe, the free agency period would have been over. The majority of roster moves would have been completed with only the draft remaining after the NCAA season concludes in early April. But everything is currently on hold as the negotiations between the WNBA and the players are ongoing […]

Chicago Sky franchise star Angel Reese is continuing to build her empire on and off the court, consistently pushing her “Unapologetically Angel” podcast along with becoming the face of the Unrivaled League. Reese is no stranger to glamor and celebrity, making lasting impressions with her Met Gala appearances throughout the years. Sponsor Reebok will release […]

On Friday, Angel Reese made her Unrivaled season debut, scoring 13 points and grabbing eight rebounds for Rose BC in an 80-78 loss to Hive BC at Sephora Arena in Miami. Reese shot efficiently, going 6-for-9 from the field and 1-for-2 from the free-throw line, contributing in just 10 minutes of action. The 23-year-old was […]

Las Vegas Aces’ A’ja Wilson is widely regarded as one of the best WNBA players ever, becoming the first to win MVP four times while adding three championship rings and 3 DPOY awards as well. She also serves as a face of Nike Basketball with her signature sneaker line. Recently, Wilson teased fans with what […]

If there’s one thing Chicago Sky franchise star Angel Reese has always admitted about herself, it’s that she’s completely unapologetic in being her truest self. From modeling to starting her own podcast, Reese continues to build her empire off the court as she conquers whatever she puts her mind to. Her latest signature sneaker, the […]

It has been a challenging stretch for the WNBA and the WNBA Players Association (WNBPA) as they continue to struggle to find a compromise regarding the new collective bargaining agreement (CBA). The new season is set to begin in May, but a lockout is highly possible if the WNBA and the WNBPA cannot get a […]

Of late, arguably the biggest talking point in women’s basketball has been the never-ending negotiations between the WNBA and the WNBPA over a new Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). While both sides have shown some willingness to compromise over recent weeks, there still exists a comprehensive distance between an actual agreement. In the midst of it […]

As Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark’s popularity even rivals the NBA to some degree, sports analyst Nick Wright would make an interesting comparison about her reach to the mainstream compared to some stars in the other basketball league. With the goal for Clark to come back from injury for the Fever and dominate this upcoming […]

Every basketball fan will wholeheartedly agree that the day the 40-year-old Lebron James retires will be the end of an era, and the clock is slowly but surely ticking down. And while James may be working consistently to extend his career, Caitlin Clark found humor in one of his recent confessions. The Los Angeles Lakers […]

For the longest of time, the negotiations between the WNBA and the WNBPA for a new Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) have gone on without a marked end in sight, with the financial gap between the two parties continuing to look daunting. With the 2026 season set to start on May 8, the WNBA must conduct […]

The WNBA and the WNBPA are nearing the 11th hour for this offseason’s CBA negotiations. Both sides have been locked in a stalemate for several months with the possibility of a lockout looming on the horizon. Unfortunately, it appears that both sides are still at odds after the latest bout of CBA negotiations. The WNBPA […]

A few weeks ago, Caitlin Clark’s reaction to being compared to Payton Pritchard by Hall of Famer Reggie Miller made waves, as it was as if the Indiana Fever star was caught off guard by such a remark. For what it’s worth, it’s not a total insult to be compared to the Boston Celtics guard, […]

Breanna Stewart’s latest move might be an interesting indication of where the WNBA’s CBA negotiations stand ahead of the 2026 season. Turkish basketball club Fenerbahçe announced Monday that the New York Liberty star would be returning for the end of the EuroLeague campaign. The two-time EuroLeague champion previously played for Fenerbahçe in 2023, helping them […]

As collective bargaining talks between the WNBA and the Women’s National Basketball Players Association intensify, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver made clear during All-Star Weekend that negotiations are nearing what he called the “11th hour.” “Let me begin by saying I think it’s unfortunate where we find ourselves right now, both from the team standpoint and […]

Miami hosted a thrilling showdown on Saturday as Las Vegas Aces guard Chelsea Gray defeated Atlanta Dream guard Allisha Gray in a best-of-three series to win the 2026 Unrivaled 1-on-1 Tournament. The event featured 28 participants competing for a $300,000 prize pool. Chelsea took home $200,000 for her championship win, while Allisha walked away with […]

The WNBA and the union are still trying to negotiate a new deal, and this season is currently hanging in the balance of those talks. The two sides recently met, and union proposed a new offer that emphasizes player housing and facility standards. It seems like things could be progressing, but it still sounds like […]

The WNBA is in the middle of a major crossroads for the league this offseason. CBA talks between the WNBA and the players’ union have been sluggish over the past few months. The WNBA recently sent a new proposal to the union after nearly a month of radio silence. One WNBA vented her frustrations about […]

After the Olympics, the next most prestigious international basketball competition is the FIBA World Cup. Held every four years, and two years before the Olympics, it’s a good tournament to gauge the level of competition around the world. It’s set for next month, and several WNBA players will be making their Team USA debuts including […]

Unrivaled is having yet another strong season with the league expanded and players giving it their all on the court. There have also been a few injuries that have affected the league, such as Aari McDonald being ruled out for the season. With that, there was an Urivaled trade which left Rose BC with an […]

A potential cross-league star pairing centered around Bam Adebayo and A’ja Wilson has emerged as a scenario to monitor for Golden State, according to a recent report from ClutchPoints NBA insider Brett Siegel. In his latest piece, Siegel outlined how the Golden State Warriors’ decision to preserve long-term assets has positioned the franchise to act […]

Kelsey Plum delivered another late-game dagger as Phantom BC edged Vinyl BC 76-73 on Monday night in Unrivaled play, sealing a playoff berth with a clutch finish. Plum attacked the basket in the final moments, spinning and pivoting under the rim for the go-ahead score as time expired. The decisive drive punctuated a dominant outing […]

While the talk of the WNBA has been around the CBA and what changes should be made as the league is ascending in popularity year by year, the latest proposal is one that will interest fans. As negotiations have been ongoing regarding a WNBA CBA, the changes in the most recent proposal deal in part […]

Nneka Ogwumike has yet another accolade to add to her career collection, but this one isn’t coming from her on-court accomplishments. The Seattle Storm star was named as one of TIME’s “The Closers 2026” recipients, which was awarded to Black leaders who are working towards equality in the United States. Ogwumike’s inclusion results from her […]

Former Atlanta Dream center Brionna Jones suffered a significant knee injury that puts her status to begin the 2026 WNBA season in doubt. The 30-year-old suffered the injury while playing for USK Praha in the Czech Republic, potentially threatening her early-season availability. Jones tore her meniscus during a game in early February, ESPN’s Alexa Philippou […]

Candace Parker offered a more nuanced perspective on how to contextualize Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark’s game following a viral moment involving Reggie Miller during Clark’s recent appearance on NBC’s NBA coverage. Speaking about player comparisons, Parker pushed back on the idea that Clark can be neatly matched to a single NBA player, instead outlining […]

The Portland Fire may not have begun to play yet, but they’re already leaving their mark on the WNBA. RAJ Sports, the Fire’s parent company, announced Thursday that it has partnered with Kaiser Permanente to innovate medical care for professional women athletes. The arrangement is meant to bring more attention to the wellness, injury prevention, […]

The Indiana Pacers received an immediate and emphatic reaction after acquiring Ivica Zubac at Thursday’s NBA trade deadline, including a bold proclamation from Caitlin Clark. Moments after the trade was announced, Clark shared her excitement on X, formerly known as Twitter. “Pacers 2027 world champions,” Clark wrote. Indiana landed Zubac in a deal with the […]

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark offered a new reaction Tuesday night, and it quickly caught attention. Her three-emoji response came after Payton Pritchard buried a buzzer-beater to close the first quarter and push the Boston Celtics ahead 32-29. The moment felt different because of what happened days earlier. Reggie Miller had compared Clark’s game to […]

A possible compromise for a new collective bargaining agreement (CBA) remains absent even after the much-needed in-person meeting between the WNBA and the WNBA Players Association (WNBPA) in New York on Monday. According to Front Office Sports’ Annie Costabile, the back-and-forth went for roughly three hours. The WNBA was led by commissioner Cathy Engelbert, while […]

Players of the Minnesota Lynx released a statement on Monday in response to the recent tragedies in Minneapolis, which saw the killing of two civilians by federal officers. The Lynx put their platform to good use by encouraging people to remain vigilant amid the “challenging and trying times,” while also expressing support to those who […]