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ARLINGTON, TX — The Dallas Wings traded NaLyssa Smith to the Las Vegas Aces on Monday. The Wings’ rebuild led to the Smith trade. On Tuesday after practice, General manager Curt Miller told reporters that the team is planning to make another move before Thursday’s game against the Phoenix Mercury. According to Miller, the Wings […]

The WNBA is expanding its reach into three different cities. Among them is Cleveland, home of the one-time Cleveland Rockers, one of the original franchises from the inaugural 1997 season. However, Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham believes that players won’t be excited about playing in expansion cities such as Cleveland and Detroit. In turn, fans […]

Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham has never shown much interest in making friends around the WNBA, and it appears she’s angered some of the league’s new cities as well. The day after the WNBA announced its next round of expansion would include Cleveland, Detroit and Philadelphia, Cunningham suggested players wouldn’t be excited to travel to […]

ARLINGTON, TX — Arike Ogunbowale is dealing with a thumb injury, Dallas Wings head coach Chris Koclanes confirmed after practice on Tuesday. Koclanes provided an update on the situation after Ogunbowale was held out of practice. “Hurt her hand in that game there (against the Washington Mystics on Saturday),” Koclanes told reporters. “So just being […]

The Indiana Fever have faced plenty of adversity during the 2025 WNBA season. Caitlin Clark has missed multiple games with injuries and DeWanna Bonner left the team less than halfway through the season. Now one Fever player is making headlines related to the W’s recent expansion announcement. Fever guard Sophie Cunningham weighed in the WNBA’s […]

As an established star having the best season of her career, there isn’t much that Atlanta Dream guard Allisha Gray can’t do on the court. On the dance floor, she has some work to do — but she got some help this week thanks to line dancing instructor Terressa Fields. As part of a partnership […]

The Atlanta Dream have been one of the best stories in the WNBA during the 2025 season. Atlanta is 11-6 and sitting towards the top of the Eastern Conference standings with New York, even after playing some of the W’s best teams. One Dream player received a great honor as the WNBA All-Star game draws […]

Recently, the WNBA All-Star teams were announced, and it was no surprise to see Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark on the list once again. While Clark dominated the fan portion of the voting, she finished in just ninth place in the player voting, once again igniting allegations of jealousy on the part of WNBA players […]

With the 2025 WNBA Commissioner’s Cup concluding on Tuesday night, all eyes are on Caitlin Clark’s injury status. The Indiana Fever star has missed the team’s last two games leading into their pivotal matchup with the Minnesota Lynx. Clark will miss her third consecutive game with a groin injury after being listed as a game-time […]

After taking Aaliyah Edwards No. 6 overall in the 2024 WNBA Draft, the Washington Mystics are prepared to potentially trade the second-year forward. Multiple teams have shown interest in Edwards, and the Mystics are apparently open to hearing what they have to say. Washington is taking offers from organizations around the W, per ESPN, showing […]

The Golden State Valkyries have been one of the best stories of the 2025 WNBA season. Golden State is 9-7 and riding a two-game winning streak during the team’s first season in the W. But the Valkyries have now come under fire for making an unpopular roster move. The Valkyries waived veteran guard Julie Vanloo […]

The Dallas Wings traded forward NaLyssa Smith to the Las Vegas Aces for a 2027 first round pick on Monday. The move surprised many people around the WNBA world. Why trade a 24-year-old forward who had just been acquired this past offseason? A reliable source who is familiar with the situation shared tremendous insight into […]

The Phoenix Mercury received some mixed news about the upcoming 2025 All-Star Game. While Satou Sabally will be a starter for the Western Conference, fellow forward Alyssa Thomas was snubbed from the list. Despite averaging a league-leading 9.3 assists and having a 10-2 record with her on the floor, it wasn’t enough. Although the voting […]

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark is listed as questionable for Tuesday’s Commissioner’s Cup championship game against the Minnesota Lynx, according to a team news release. The 2024 rookie sensation has missed the Fever’s last two games due to a left groin injury. Clark, who missed Friday’s 94-86 win over the Dallas Wings, returned to practice […]

There’s no question that Indiana Fever star guard Caitlin Clark is one of the biggest things to happen to the WNBA in recent memory, but it’s quite a load to carry for such a young player early into her career. Nevertheless, Clark has risen to the occasion each time, and the sponsors over at Nike […]

The Dallas Wings have traded forward NaLyssa Smith to the Las Vegas Aces for Las Vegas’ first round pick in 2027, the team announced Monday. Forward Kaila Charles — who was signed to a hardship contract — was also released in order to complete the trade. Smith was initially acquired by the Wings during a […]

As Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese continues rewriting the WNBA history books on the glass, she’s remembering who helped get her to where she is today. After pulling down at least 15 rebounds in her fourth straight game — a WNBA record — Reese took time to shout out her mom in a post via […]

SAN FRANCISCO– Natalie Nakase has never wavered about her belief in her players. From the minute the first-year head coach stepped into training camp, all the way to their dominant 84-57 win over the Seattle Storm, Nakase has been steadfast in her belief that the Valkyries can win. And whenever Nakase has vocalized that belief, […]

The WNBA has been on a meteoric rise over the past few years. A new generation of players, led by Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese, have fueled a new level of excitement about women’s basketball. The league made a major announcement on Monday about accelerating their expansion efforts. The WNBA is expanding to 18 teams […]

On a night when the Las Vegas Aces needed every ounce of determination, A’ja Wilson showed once again why she belongs among the all-time greats. Inside a packed Footprint Center, Wilson delivered a performance that will be etched into WNBA history. She piled up 26 points, 18 rebounds, and 7 assists to lead the Aces […]

SAN FRANCISCO – It’s something the Golden State Valkyries knew they would have to face the moment their players departed for EuroBasket. But it doesn’t make the decisions they’ll have to make in the coming days any easier. With Janelle Salaün, Cecilia Zandalasini, Julie Vanloo, and Iliana Rupert returning from overseas, the Valkyries will likely […]

PHOENIX– After the Phoenix Mercury were in a six-game winning streak, it was eventually snapped on Sunday, courtesy of the Las Vegas Aces. Phoenix fell 84-81 in a tightly contested game that head coach Nate Tibbetts knew would happen. Throughout the winning streak, he emphasized that the team will undergo some adversity. Safe to say […]

Angel Reese made unique WNBA history after Sunday’s matchup between the Chicago Sky and Los Angeles Sparks. In 38 minutes of action, Reese was active throughout the game against the Sparks. She finished with a stat line of 24 points, 16 rebounds, seven assists, two blocks, and a steal. She shot 10-of-19 from the field […]

Candace Parker’s No. 3 jersey was officially retired by the Los Angeles Sparks Sunday, capping a 13-year tenure with the franchise that helped define her Hall of Fame career. The halftime ceremony, held during the Sparks’ home game against the Chicago Sky, featured tributes from across the basketball world, including one from team co-owner Magic Johnson. […]

ATLANTA – The Atlanta Dream had a visit this weekend from two of the top teams in the WNBA, and they showed why they deserve to be in that conversation with them. They were in a dog fight against the Minnesota Lynx two days ago, but ended up losing in overtime despite having the lead […]

The Los Angeles Sparks managed to salvage what would have been a disappointing road trip following their 85-75 win against the Indiana Fever on Thursday. Finishing the trip at 1-2, the Sparks return home for a rematch against the Chicago Sky. And much-needed reinforcements might be on the way. Both Cameron Brink and Rae Burrell […]

For the second consecutive season, Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark will not only be an All-Star but also received the most fan votes to earn her place. After making the game as a rookie in 2024, Clark will be the captain of Team Clark in the 2025 WNBA All-Star Game. On top of the honor, […]

LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Sparks returned home on Sunday for a matchup against the Chicago Sky, a team they recently lost to during their three-game road trip. But even more significant on Sunday was the prelude to the jersey retirement of Candace Parker, who played for, and won a championship with both the […]

The Atlanta Dream have been taking on some of the best in the league over the past few weeks, and they’ve shown that they deserve to be in the mix with them as well. They lost their latest game against the Minnesota Lynx in overtime, but they had several chances to win the game. They […]

A 12-4 start for the Phoenix Mercury is their best since the 2014 season. That year, the franchise secured its third championship, and is hoping for a fourth this season. Much like that 2014 team, selfless play is contributing to wins. When the Mercury achieved history once again against the New York Liberty on Friday, […]

ARLINGTON, TX — The Dallas Wings are getting closer to being at almost full strength. Paige Bueckers missed Saturday’s 79-71 win against the Washington Mystics due to a knee injury, but head coach Chris Koclanes said it was a “precautionary” move in the second of a back-to-back. Barring a setback, Bueckers will likely return for […]

ARLINGTON, TX — Although rookie Sonia Citron played well, the Washington Mystics were defeated 79-71 by the Dallas Wings on Saturday night. Citron struggled to start the game before heating up in the second half. She ultimately finished with 22 points on 6-15 shooting from the field and 3-8 shooting from beyond the arc. Wings […]

The basketball icon Lenny Wilkens was honored on Saturday by Seattle with the unveiling of a bronze statue outside Climate Pledge Arena, representing the first such tribute at the historic site. The 6-foot-tall, 700-pound statue, sculpted by Lou Cella, commemorates Wilkens not only as a player but as a pillar of the Seattle sports community. […]

ARLINGTON, TX — The Dallas Wings earned a 79-71 victory against the Washington Mystics on Saturday night. Dallas improved its record to 5-13 overall for the 2025 campaign with the crucial win. The victory was especially impressive as the Wings earned it without Paige Bueckers, who was out with a knee injury. The good news […]

ARLINGTON, TX — The Dallas Wings previously acquired center Li Yueru in a trade with the Seattle Storm. Yueru had requested a trade from Seattle because she wanted more playing time. With the Storm, Yueru was averaging 8.7 minutes per game, while she is now recording 23.5 minutes per outing with the Wings. Yueru told […]

For the second time in less than a week, the Los Angeles Sparks will face off against the Chicago Sky. The Sparks lost to the Sky, 97-86 on the road, and the rematch will take place in Los Angeles on Sunday. The game is significant in that it will be Candace Parker’s jersey retirement ceremony. […]

ARLINGTON, TX — Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers was ruled out for Saturday’s game against the Washington Mystics due to a knee injury. Bueckers being ruled out was surprising after her strong performance in Friday’s 94-86 loss to the Indiana Fever. With Saturday’s game representing the second of a back-to-back, though, Wings head coach Chris […]

The past two weeks of New York Liberty basketball have played out like a frustrating broken record. Head coach Sandy Brondello has criticized the team’s energy and players have bemoaned the slow starts. And they have kept happening. Their latest misstep was a 106-91 loss on the road to the Phoenix Mercury — their second […]

Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers has been ruled out of today’s game against the Washington Mystics with a knee injury. The 2025 No. 1 pick has lived up to the hype and then some in her rookie season so far. Bueckers is playing like an All-Star through her first 13 games, averaging 18.4 points, 5.8 […]