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In their first game immediately following the WNBA All-Star break, the Los Angeles Sparks grabbed a 93-86 win on the road against the Washington Mystics. Going back to before the break, the Sparks had won two games in a row which brought their win streak to three games after beating the Mystics. For a team […]

Seattle Storm legend Sue Bird must be happy that the team bounced back in a huge way from its previous loss. The Storm destroyed the Chicago Sky, 95-57, at the Wintrust Arena on Thursday. They started out firing on all cylinders in the opening quarter and never looked back. The Storm were coming off an […]

A 10-12 is not a bad record for the Golden State Valkyries halfway through their inaugural season in the WNBA. According to some preseason predictions, the Valkyries weren’t even supposed to win eight games. In summary, they’ve weathered injuries and EuroBasket absences. In a new situation, veteran forward Kayla Thornton took full advantage of the […]

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark’s presence on the sidelines this season has elevated concern for Skip Bayless about the WNBA. Clark has missed 12 of the Fever’s 25 games so far, with injuries having her miss consecutive games in different periods. This has stunted Indiana’s rise in the standings though they have kept themselves afloat. […]

The Dallas Wings are still near the bottom of the WNBA standings. However, Paige Bueckers is coming off her first All-Star appearance and has led the team to a 4-6 record over their last ten games. She and Arike Ogunbowale will have some help hang around the roster for another week as they prepare to […]

With the WNBA 2025 All-Star Weekend officially over and the second half of the season underway, it acts as a sort of soft reset for some of the league’s teams and players. As the campaign barrels toward the playoffs, there are some important storylines to keep track of as they approach a conclusion. Let’s take […]

A’ja Wilson keeps on racking up the honors. The league announced that the Las Vegas Aces star and reigning WNBA MVP has been chosen as the first-ever Jr. WNBA Global Ambassador, meaning she’ll have the opportunity to guide the next generation of basketball players while serving as the strategic advisor and participating in various Jr. […]

The WNBA CBA (collective bargaining agreement) negotiations have been the hot topic since the league and players’ meeting ahead of All-Star Weekend, and the players seemingly just doubled down on their solidarity. A source in the W has unveiled to ESPN’s Alexa Philippou and Ramona Shelburne that three of the biggest young stars, the Indiana […]

With the WNBA reaching all-time heights in terms of viewership and popularity, star players are capitalizing on their opportunities to make blockbuster deals with the biggest athletics brands out there. New York Liberty guard Sabrina Ionescu is no stranger to this, as her current Nike Sabrina signature line is one of the most popular ventures […]

Chicago Sky head coach Tyler Marsh provided an injury update on star forward Angel Reese. The two-time All-Star has been dealing with a lingering leg issue since before the All-Star break, which kept her out of a game against the Atlanta Dream. That game did not go well for the Sky, as they were outmatched […]

With the Las Vegas Aces led by star A’ja Wilson, there is another player who has been absent from the team for a good reason, which is Cheyenne Parker-Tyus, as she welcomed another member to the family in the birth of her second child. As the Aces forward made the pregnancy announcement before the Aces’ […]

Injury has been the story this season, as Indian Fever point guard Caitlin Clark has missed several games because of it. With the club monitoring her closely and trying to gauge an eventual return, reports indicate there is no timeline for her current situation. The Fever announced that Clark, who is 23 years old, is […]

PHOENIX — The talk of the WNBA and the Phoenix Mercury was Brittney Griner’s return to the Valley of the Sun as a member of the Atlanta Dream. During her stay with the franchise for 11 seasons, she made an incredible mark. Griner won the 2014 WNBA title and multiple Defensive Player of the Year […]

The Connecticut Sun will be in action on Thursday for their first game post-All-Star break, and they will be at home against the Los Angeles Sparks. The Sun will be looking to get back in the win column as they ended the first half of the regular season on a three-game losing streak. But the […]

Atlanta Dream center and WNBA veteran Brittney Griner is embarking on her return to play against the Phoenix Mercury. Something that has her former Mercury teammates excited, including Kahleah Copper and DeWanna Bonner.  The Dream is taking on the Mercury in Phoenix on Wednesday. Before the game, Griner shared her thoughts on returning to play […]

In recent weeks, Sophie Cunningham of the Indiana Fever has not let up in speaking her mind. First, she said that WNBA players won’t be “excited” about playing in expansion cities (such as Cleveland, Detroit, and Philadelphia). That alone garnered a tremendous backlash.  The next time around, she was levied with a $500 fine for […]

With All-Star Weekend in the rearview and the second half of the 2025 WNBA season underway, the Chicago Sky are looking to get back in the win column after dropping the first game since the break, 91-68, against the Minnesota Lynx. The Sky will face off against the Seattle Storm at home on Thursday, and […]

Hours before the Phoenix Mercury take on the Atlanta Dream could be filled with pure emotion from Brittney Griner. The former Phoenix center has spent this season not wearing the purple and orange threads. Rather, she’s been in the ATL, that is, with the Dream. During the offseason, Griner left the Mercury and signed with […]

Before the All-Star break, the New York Liberty had arguably the most talented roster in the WNBA — when healthy, at least. Days later, it’s hard to argue for any other team. While all eyes were on the All-Star festivities in Indianapolis, Liberty GM Jonathan Kolb was busy signing Stephanie Talbot and finally convincing Emma […]

The Seattle Storm announced Wednesday that veteran NFL linebacker and Super Bowl XLVIII champion Bobby Wagner has joined the team’s ownership group, marking a significant move for both the WNBA franchise and one of Seattle’s most celebrated athletes. Wagner, who spent 10 of his 13 NFL seasons with the Seattle Seahawks, returns to the city […]

Atlanta Dream star Allisha Gray has enjoyed an incredible season, earning her a spot in last week’s All-Star Game, a special moment she shared with her sister. Gray’s sister Ashley was among several other members of Allisha’s family to travel to Indianapolis to see her partake in the All-Star festivities. Via her father and sister, […]

The Dallas Wings earned an 87-63 victory against the Seattle Storm on Tuesday night. Arike Ogunbowale led the way with 20 points while Paige Bueckers added 14 points and six assists. Will the Wings — who are now 7-17 overall in 2025 — be able to build momentum from the big win against a talented […]

The New York Liberty were back at full strength for their return matchup against the Indiana Fever, posting a cruising 98-84 victory in the absence of Caitlin Clark. Natasha Cloud was one of the six Liberty players who scored in double digits, returning with 10 points, four assists and three rebounds. However, what grabbed the […]

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant made a courtside appearance at Barclays Center as the New York Liberty sealed a 98-84 win over the Indiana Fever. After the final buzzer rang through the arena, an unexpected highlight unfolded courtside, drawing immediate attention from fans and cameras alike. Morant and Liberty point guard Sabrina Ionescu shared a […]

There may not be a more divisive player in basketball today than Angel Reese, the Chicago Sky forward who seems to be a magnet for some very heated discussion no matter what she does. But as many critics as Reese may have, one thing’s for sure: she is one of the best rebounders in WNBA […]

Prior to the start of the 2025 WNBA All-Star Game, the players made a huge statement when they wore a shirt that read “Pay What You Owe Us”. This is part of the WNBPA’s (Women’s National Basketball Player’s Association) continued bid to receive a higher portion of the revenue the league is bringing in. This […]

Caitlin Clark continues to battle woes on the injury front, missing yet another game for the Indiana Fever due to a groin issue. On Tuesday, the Fever had as difficult of a matchup as it can get in a battle against the reigning champion New York Liberty, and despite valiant efforts from both Kelsey Mitchell […]

With about two and a half minutes to go in the first quarter against the Washington Mystics on Tuesday, the Los Angeles Sparks found themselves down by 16 points. At the end of the first quarter, they trailed by ten, 26-16. With a post-All-Star hangover threatening to get the second half of the WNBA season […]

The Indiana Fever are facing a tough road ahead as they play without superstar Caitlin Clark, who’s once again sidelined after reaggravating her groin injury. Clark’s absence couldn’t come at a worse time for the Fever. They are aiming to go on a surge after the All-Star break following their mediocre performance in the first […]

The Indiana Fever are back in action Tuesday night after the 2025 WNBA All-Star break, but they are still missing the services of superstar point guard Caitlin Clark on the floor. The former Iowa Hawkeyes sharpshooter remains sidelined by a groin injury that has now forced her to miss two games in a row. Before […]

As the WNBA entered the All‑Star break, culminating the first half of the 2025 season, Week 9 provides a snapshot of a league defined by dominant frontrunners, rising challengers, and rebuilding teams laying the foundations for their future success. Let’s explore all 13 teams in this week’s WNBA power rankings, looking at key storylines and what […]

The Los Angeles Sparks have brought back former assistant coach Latricia Trammell, naming her special assistant to head coach Lynne Roberts, the team announced Tuesday. Trammell rejoins the franchise after serving as head coach of the Dallas Wings from 2023 to 2024. She was dismissed by Dallas following the 2024 season and now returns to […]

Minnesota Lynx superstar Napheesa Collier is taking her game to the next level. Not just as the record-setting WNBA All-Star MVP, but also in the world of video games. Collier put forward a bold demand to the face of NBA 2K Ronnie 2K. When asked about what she would like her rating to be on […]

The WNBA is drastically different now compared to when players like Candace Parker were on the court. Young players like Caitlin Clark have helped the league’s popularity skyrocket. Because of that, the ongoing collective bargaining agreement (CBA) negotiations have taken center stage. Dwyane Wade, a part owner of the Chicago Sky, is not happy with […]

The WNBA is in a period of incredible expansion. There is a new wave of excitement about women’s basketball over the past few years, fueled by young superstars like Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese. Now the players in the WNBA are hoping for a big raise during their current CBA negotiations. The Athletic’s Ben Pickman […]

It’s been a successful season so far for the New York Liberty, who currently sit with an impressive record of 15-6 coming back from the All-Star break. The Liberty are coming off of their 2024 WNBA championship, which they won in five games against the Minnesota Lynx, and have shown no signs of championship hangover […]

The WNBA is gaining steam in terms of popularity and attention. Television ratings for the league have steadily increased over the past year, and this year’s All-Star weekend continued that trend. The 2025 WNBA All-Star Game was the second-highest watched All-Star game ever for the league, per ESPN. ESPN, ABC & @DisneyPlus scored historic viewership […]

The Chicago Sky made an addition to their roster amid injuries, as they announced Tuesday morning the signing of free agent guard Marquesha Davis to a seven-day hardship contract. Sky forward Angel Reese was quick to welcome Davis to the team, as the former LSU Tigers star did with a post on X (formerly Twitter). […]

The Chicago Sky have had consistent injury troubles this campaign and have relied heavily on the two-way brilliance of Angel Reese. The two-time All-Star has averaged 14 points, 12.6 rebounds and 3.8 assists per game despite the Sky currently struggling with a 7-15 record. The Sky have suffered from injury absences of Kamilla Cardoso, Michaela […]