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From Grassroots to Glory: The Relentless Rise of Women in Sports
Exploring the enduring power of community-driven change and cultural shifts that are leveling the playing field for female athletes worldwide.
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Breaking Boundaries: The Transformative Journey of Equity in Women's Sports
As women's sports gain momentum globally, the journey towards equal representation, recognition, and rights is changing the game for female athletes everywhere.
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USA Network completes WNBA lineup with veteran sideline reporter | Exclusive
Terrika Foster-Brasby, a veteran sideline reporter, is joining USA Network for its 2026 WNBA coverage, rounding out a star-studded lineup.
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The true impact of WNBA's new roster role is slowly being revealed
The new Collective Bargaining Agreeement (CBA) made a lot of changes in the WNBA — including the addition of up to two roster spots for developmental players.
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Veteran Hayes returns to Valkyries on 1-year deal
The Valkyries have re-signed free agent guard Tiffany Hayes to a one-year deal. She averaged 11.7 points and 3.8 rebounds in 26 games last season.
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The 2026 PIT Diaries: Day Three
Jam Hines and Stephen Gillaspie continue their in-person account of the 2026 Portsmouth Invitational Tournament.
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Lexie Hull Shares Caitlin Clark's Exciting Commitment to Use FORTA Makeup in 2026
Lexie Hull was a big part of the Indiana Fever’s success last season. The former Stanford Cardinals star also helped Indiana win their first WNBA Commissioner’s Cup title. After a career year, Hull re-signed with the Fever, agreeing to a multi-year deal to stay in Indiana.
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Sabrina Ionescu, Satou Sabally's 'unfinished business' led to reunion
After six years apart, the former Oregon women's basketball stars are back together to compete for a WNBA championship in New York.
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2026 WNBA Draft: Winners, Losers, and the Moves That Defined the Night
The 2026 WNBA Draft was highly anticipated for the sheer amount of storylines it held. The league finally reached a CBA agreement after a nerve-wracking stall-out, and players were signed for dollar amounts previously only dreamed of. On top of all that, fans had a few questions: Would we see women’
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Interview: After making her WNBA debut with the Indiana Fever, Kyra Lambert is still eager for every basketball opportunity
Kyra Lambert. | Getty Images Over two years ago, Kyra Lambert took the time to talk to Swish Appeal. Since then, she has achieved two significant personal milestones. First, August 14, 2025, Lambert signed a 7-day hardship contract with the Indiana Fever—her first WNBA contract. Three days late
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Every WNBA team's biggest question mark heading into training camp
From Angel Reese's fit to Caitlin Clark's shooting - every WNBA team has questions they'll be hoping to answer before the season starts.
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Did the Sky give up shots at JuJu Watkins and Sarah Strong by trading their next 2 1st-round picks?
CHICAGO — General manager Jeff Pagliocca isn’t leaving the Chicago Sky’s future success up to lottery luck. The Sky don’t own their first-round pick in the next two drafts thanks to separate deals with the Washington Mystics. Pagliocca included a pick swap in 2027 as part of last year’s trade for Ar
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Jersey Shore's Mabrey sisters reunite in WNBA with Toronto Tempo
Dara and Marina Mabrey, who won a high school title together, are reuniting on the WNBA's new Toronto Tempo team.
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Angel Reese’s Dream admission proves why she’s primed for her best season yet
Angel Reese spoke about her new and her past experiences alongside the Dream’s other core players.
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Candace Parker urges WNBA incoming rookies to invest early: "The name of the game is compounding"
Parker believes that WNBA rookies should make sound decisions about the increased earnings they are set to receive.
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Caitlin Clark Drops 3-Word Message As Aliyah Boston Secures Richest Deal in WNBA History
The Indiana Fever just sent a clear message to the rest of the WNBA: their championship window is officially open, and they’re paying a historic price to keep it that way. In a move that redefines the financial landscape of the WNBA, the Indiana Fever have made Aliyah Boston the highest-paid player
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Satou Sabally has one goal in mind as she joins elite Liberty squad
Satou Sabally was born in New York, and her mom always told her that both she and her sister, Nyara, would play in the city one day.
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Aliyah Boston contract: Fever star signs record extension
Indiana Fever star Aliyah Boston signed a record-setting, multiyear contract extension through the league's new EPIC provision.
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Aliyah Boston gets extension with Fever under WNBA's new provision for exceptional performance
Indiana Fever center Aliyah Boston is cashing in on the WNBA's new collective bargaining agreement. The Fever on Friday signed the three-time All-Star and 2023 Rookie of the Year to the first Exceptional Performance on Initial Contract provision in league history.
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Indiana Fever, Aliyah Boston strike $6.3 million extension; highest total value in WNBA history: Sources
The Indiana Fever and star center Aliyah Boston agreed to a multiyear contract extension, the team announced Friday. Boston inked a four-year, $6.3 million deal, league sources confirmed to The Athletic. She will make $1 million this season, replacing her previous 2026 salary of $574,612, thanks to
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Angel Reese gets emotional discussing Atlanta Dream 'sisterhood'
Angel Reese was officially introduced as a member of the Dream on Friday. She fought back tears describing the new "sisterhood" that welcomed her.
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Indiana Fever three-time WNBA All-Star Aliyah Boston …
Indiana Fever three-time WNBA All-Star Aliyah Boston …
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Sources: Wilson staying with Aces on $5M deal
A'ja Wilson, the only four-time MVP in WNBA history, is staying with the Las Vegas Aces on a 3-year, $5 million supermax contract, sources told ESPN.
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Retired stars Bird, Rapinoe announce separation
Retired sports stars Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe announced Friday on social media that, after a decade together, they are no longer in a relationship.
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Fever's Boston lands record $6.3M extension
Three-time WNBA All-Star Aliyah Boston has agreed to a four-year, $6.3 million contract extension with the Indiana Fever, her agent told ESPN.
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Wings, point guard Sims agree to 1-year deal
Odyssey Sims has agreed to a one-year deal to join the Wings, her agent Harrison Gaines told ESPN on Wednesday.
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Wings stifle Fudd-Bueckers relationship questions
The WNBA's Wings shut down a question to No. 1 overall draft pick Azzi Fudd about her relationship with teammate Paige Bueckers, which the two made public in 2025.
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Lynx star Collier (ankles) aiming to return 'soon'
Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier, who is still recovering from offseason surgery on both ankles, says she's working to return to the court "soon."
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Reese enjoyed time in Chicago but wanted 'more'
Newly acquired Dream star forward Angel Reese says she was grateful for her time in Chicago but she wanted more.
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Run it back: Liberty sign Big 3 to long-term deals
Liberty announced Friday that forward Breanna Stewart, center Jonquel Jones and guard Sabrina Ionescu all have signed multiyear deals to return to the team.
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Caitlin Clark Reacts to Historic Aliyah Boston News
Caitlin Clark was loving the Fever's historic Aliyah Boston announcement.
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Early 2026 WNBA season bold predictions
Now that the draft has passed and teams are solidifying their rosters, the stage has been set for the 2026 WNBA season's May 8 tip-off.
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Atlanta Dream Make Angel Reese Admission Ahead of 2026 WNBA Season
Angel Reese is expected to make her Atlanta Dream debut when the WNBA resumes in May.
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Indiana Fever ink Aliyah Boston to record-setting WNBA contract extension
In a monumental announcement on April 17, the Indiana Fever have inked a WNBA record-setting contract extension with cornerstone forward Aliyah Boston.
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There Is a Growing Demand for Caitlin Clark’s Ex-Teammate to Sign Developmental Contract After Going Undrafted
One of Caitlin Clark’s most effective teammates at Iowa is now facing a harsh professional reality, but a growing chorus of experts believes her WNBA dream isn’t over. Hannah Stuelke is facing the harsh reality of making the jump from college basketball to the WNBA.
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Indiana Fever Star Aliyah Boston Signs Richest Contract in WNBA History
A Finals push, rising chemistry with Caitlin Clark, and now a deal that changes the WNBA landscape.
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Lynx star Napheesa Collier won’t tip her hand about her future
The good news for the Lynx? Napheesa Collier has signed a supermax contract that will keep her with the franchise in the short term. The bad news for the Lynx? It doesn’t necessarily mean she will remain with the franchise in the long term. As a part of the WNBA’s new collective bargaining agreement
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Now with Atlanta, Angel Reese says she is grateful for her 2 years in Chicago but wanted more
Angel Reese was surrounded by the love — and the talent — during her first news conference with the Atlanta Dream she felt was missing in her two years in Chicago. The Dream acquired Reese from the Sky on April 6. Chicago obtained first-round draft picks in 2027 and 2028.
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WNBA free agency tracker 2026: Live updates on breaking news, signings and trades
The Sporting News is tracking live updates on signings, trades and breaking news from 2026 WNBA free agency.
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Sue Bird, Megan Rapinoe Announce Major Personal News on Friday
The two sports icons announced a big decision.
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Kymora Johnson Withdraws from Transfer Portal After Virginia Coaching Change
Kymora Johnson withdrew from the NCAA transfer portal on Friday, recommitting to Virginia women's basketball under new coach Aaron Roussell. The post Kymora Johnson Withdraws from Transfer Portal After Virginia Coaching Change appeared first on Just Women's Sports.
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Why Brittney Griner signed with Connecticut Sun for final season in CT: ‘Basketball is rich here’
UNCASVILLE — Connecticut Sun general manager Morgan Tuck still remembers the first time she stepped on the court again All-Star center Brittney Griner during Tuck’s freshman season at UConn. The Huskies would go on to win a national championship in 2012-13, but Griner’s Baylor squad delivered UConn
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N. Dame, Villanova to open hoops season in Rome
Notre Dame and Villanova will play a men's and women's basketball doubleheader Nov. 1 in Rome to open the season.
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Ranking every WNBA team's starting fives in 2026, from new-look Liberty to Angel Reese-inspired Dream
The WNBA looks a little different this season.
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Angel Reese, Satou Sabally and more WNBA players who will fit perfectly with their new team
There was a lot of player movement during this sped-up WNBA offseason. These are the moves that look the most promising as we get used to these faces in new colors.
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WNBA Free Agency 2026: The Mystics sign Iwuala and Harris
The Washington Mystics have signed four additional players after the 2026 WNBA Draft, who are Christeen Iwuala and Nyla Harris from the team’s transactions page earlier this week. Neither Iwuala or Harris were drafted, so these contracts are likely for training camp. Iwuala comes to Washington after
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Sabrina Ionescu, Jonquel Jones, Breanna Stewart re-sign with Liberty
The trio was a key factor in the franchise's 2024 WNBA title win.
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Indiana Fever Signs Rookie Justine Pissott Ahead of 2026 WNBA Season
Stephanie White and the Indiana Fever are gearing up for the 2026 WNBA season. The Fever had a solid season last year, finishing 24-20 and No. 3 in the Eastern Conference and No. 6 overall. Guard Caitlin Clark suffered a right groin injury against the Connecticut Sun on July 15, missing the remain
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Liberty re-sign Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ionescu, Jonquel Jones through 2028
The Liberty's Big 3 are back — and they'll be sticking around for a while.
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Satou Sabally joins the New York Liberty and eyes a WNBA championship
Satou Sabally walked into the Brooklyn Basketball Training Center to a rousing cheer from the dozens of kids who had made signs welcoming the New York Liberty's newest player. “It’s honestly wonderful for me to be able to do my media day here and them to see what actually goes on as a pro,” Sabally
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Cason Wallace says it was 'fun' supporting Kiki Rice at 2026 WNBA draft
Cason Wallace says it was 'fun' supporting Kiki Rice at 2026 WNBA draft.
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Superstar free agent addition Satou Sabally hopes to keep the New York Liberty in championship contention
Sabrina Ionescu and Satou Sabally. (Photo by Ethan Miller) | Getty Images The best WNBA free agent to switch teams this offseason has been Satou Sabally. As is often the case, the rich get richer, with Sabally signing with the superteam New York Liberty. She’s hereeee 👋🦄 pic.twitter.com/9Ymrs
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Fantasy Women's Hoops 2026 draft guide: Rankings, strategies and more
Everything you need to know before your fantasy women's basketball draft, including rankings, tips and news.
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The 2026 PIT Diaries: Day Two
Jam Hines and Stephen Gillaspie are BACK with a recap of their second day scouting in Portsmouth!
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WNBA Presser Turns Awkward When Draft Pick Is Asked About Joining Reported Girlfriend On Team
The apparent silencing of the relationship has gotten pushback from some prominent sportswriters.
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All-Big 12 guard Williams leaves ISU, joins LSU
All-Big 12 point guard Jada Williams, who averaged 15.3 points and led the conference with 7.7 assists per game in her only season at Iowa State, will leave the Cyclones program and transfer to play next season for coach Kim Mulkey and the LSU Tigers.
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Fudd goes No. 1, reunites with Bueckers in Dallas
Azzi Fudd is on her way to Dallas as the No. 1 pick in the WNBA draft with a $500,000 payday waiting for the former UConn star. Minnesota took Olivia Miles of TCU with the No. 2 pick.
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UCLA's 5 1st-round picks, 6 overall set records
National champion UCLA became the first team to have five first-round picks in the WNBA draft -- Lauren Betts, Gabriela Jaquez, Kiki Rice, Angela Dugalic and Gianna Kneepkens -- and six overall, with Charlisse Leger-Walker taken in the second round.
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Magarity hired at UVM, where husband coaches
For the first time in Division I history, a married couple will lead a school's men's and women's teams after Vermont on Monday announced the hiring of former Holy Cross coach Maureen Magarity, who is the wife of longtime Vermont men's coach John Becker.
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Wetzel: For the good of WNBA, commish needs thicker skin
From Cathy Engelbert on down, the WNBA should be about "look at us," not "woe is me," Dan Wetzel writes.
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WNBA draft reaction: Breaking down best picks, shocking trade and more
Our staff weighs in on the best picks and biggest takeaways of this year's draft.
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Top Recruit Jerzy Robinson Officially Signs with South Carolina Women’s Basketball
No. 6 high school recruit Jerzy Robinson officially signed with South Carolina, as the Sierra Canyon guard helps the Gamecocks rebuild. The post Top Recruit Jerzy Robinson Officially Signs with South Carolina Women’s Basketball appeared first on Just Women's Sports.
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Angel Reese Launches STEM Initiative for Young Women After WNBA Trade
WNBA star Angel Reese has been blessed with a beautiful life, and she has never stopped giving back. The Chicago Sky traded her to the Atlanta Dream for two first-round picks. In two seasons with the Sky, Reese appeared in 64 games.
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WNBA Draft Viewership Soars as 1.5 Million Tune in to 2026 ESPN Broadcast
2026 WNBA Draft viewership averaged 1.5 million on ESPN, up 20% over 2025 as the women's basketball boom sees sustained momentum. The post WNBA Draft Viewership Soars as 1.5 Million Tune in to 2026 ESPN Broadcast appeared first on Just Women's Sports.
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A $5 million supermax contract for A’ja Wilson is sure to be a winner, but what about the Las Vegas Aces’ other big bets?
Chennedy Carter is now a Las Vegas Ace. | NBAE via Getty Images When evaluating the in-progress offseason of the defending champion Las Vegas Aces, I suggested the organization’s run-it-back approach could be insufficient, as going back-to-back might require more boldness. Since then, the Aces hav
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With Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd, we get to choose how we react
The Pagie Bueckers and Azzi Fudd dating and relationship questions aren't going anywhere, but we get to choose how we react.
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The biggest question facing every WNBA team in training camp
How will Angel Reese fit the Dream? Will the Wings return to the playoffs? Can Caitlin Clark remain healthy?
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Rueben Chinyelu: The Min-Maxing Margins Monster
Rowan Kent takes a dip into Dungeons and Dragons to highlight the lopsided and skilled nature of Florida's Rueben Chinyelu and his heavily honed archetype!
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Angel Reese Reacts to Lauren Betts News
Angel Reese is hyped to see another "baddie' join Reebok.
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Emmanuel Acho rips Dallas Wings for handling of Azzi Fudd-Paige Bueckers relationship convo
Emmanuel Acho is never one to shy away from an opinion, and WNBA team Dallas Wings are receiving major flak from the former NFL player over the handling of Azzi Fudd’s relationship with Paige Bueckers. The former UConn Huskies stars…
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Why the Dallas Wings did Azzi Fudd no favors by not letting her respond to a question about her relationship with Paige Bueckers
Azzi Fudd and Paige Bueckers. | NBAE via Getty Images The introductory press conference for the No. 1 pick in the WNBA Draft supposed to be a moment of celebration. The conversation is typically about the success that is sure to come, and there’s an excited energy about uncapped potential arriving
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Sophie Cunningham Announces Guest Appearance with Luke Combs at Goldin Event
All three stars signed new deals with the Indiana Fever ahead of the 2026 season. Cunningham, in particular, will be back for at least another season after she signed a new one-year contract with the Fever. The 6-foot-1 guard was a key piece for head coach Stephanie White in 2025, and she is expec
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Sky-Sparks trade has a winner that nobody is talking about
The Chicago Sky and the LA Sparks have already been in business this offseason, with the winner of the trade not necessarily being who you might expect.
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Did the Chicago Sky give up shots at JuJu Watkins and Sarah Strong by trading their next 2 1st-round picks?
General manager Jeff Pagliocca isn’t leaving the Chicago Sky’s future success up to lottery luck. The Sky don’t own their first-round pick in the next two drafts thanks to separate deals with the Washington Mystics. Pagliocca included a pick swap in 2027 as part of last year’s trade for Ariel Atkins
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“Doesn’t Need Any Help”: Stephanie White Singles Out Kelsey Mitchell As Fever’s Pure Bucket Getter
The Indiana Fever may be building around Caitlin Clark, but if you ask head coach Stephanie White, there’s one player on the roster who doesn’t need a system; she just needs the ball. And you’ve probably guessed it right? It’s Kelsey Mitchell.
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Minnesota Lynx sign F Nahpeesa Collier to supermax contract
The Minnesota Lynx re-signed forward Napheesa Collier, the WNBA franchise announced. She averaged a career-high 22..9 points per game in 2025.
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Phoenix Mercury grant Kalani Brown buyout as roster shift continues
PHOENIX — The Phoenix Mercury and center Kalani Brown are parting ways, agreeing to a contract buyout ahead of the 2026 season. According to ICYMIwithKW on X, the former first-round pick will become an unrestricted free agent as she ends her one-year tenure in the Valley.
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“Something’s Not Adding Up”: Satou Sabally’s Liberty Deal Draws Scrutiny as Contract Details Emerge
Satou Sabally’s move to the New York Liberty is already creating a stir in the hoops community, and to be exact, it’s far from the hardwood. Sabally’s move to the Liberty is as high-profile as you would see, given the franchise looks to add to its Big Three prowess with Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ione
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Lynx re-sign 5-time All-Star forward Napheesa Collier
The Minnesota Lynx re-signed five-time All-Star forward Napheesa Collier, who's coming off one of the most productive seasons in WNBA history. The team announced Thursday night it was bringing back Collier, but didn't disclose terms of the deal. ESPN reported, citing sources, that the Lynx signed
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Napheesa Collier signs super max contract with Minnesota Lynx, per report
Napheesa Collier signed a one-year, $1.4 million super max contract with the Lynx to remain in Minnesota.
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5 Reasons Napheesa Collier Supermax Deal Was Smart for Lynx
Napheesa Collier’s return on a supermax deal gives the Lynx stability, star power, and flexibility heading into a pivotal season.
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Sparks’ Erica Wheeler Apologizes After Viral Tweet Sparks Backlash Over WNBA Salary Comment
Just as the WNBA began to celebrate its hard-won financial gains, Sparks guard Erica Wheeler ignited a firestorm with a single tweet aimed at critics. Obviously, the huge bump that the players will get in their paychecks has faced its fair share of criticism.
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Napheesa Collier Signs 1-Year Supermax Deal, Returns to Lynx: Report
Napheesa Collier signs a supermax contract to stay with the Minnesota Timberwolves.
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Former 7th overall pick agrees to buyout with Mercury
The Phoenix Mercury will have to look for another backup center as they fine-tune their roster for the upcoming season.
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Napheesa Collier is signing a one-year $1.4 million …
Napheesa Collier is signing a one-year $1.4 million …
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Napheesa Collier returning to Minnesota Lynx on 1-year deal: Report
According to ESPN's Kendra Andrews, Napheesa Collier is returning to the Minnesota Lynx on a one-year, super max contract worth $1.4 million.
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Napheesa Collier secures the bag, signs max contract with Lynx
Napheesa Collier landed a well-deserved supermax contract with the Minnesota Lynx on Thursday night in free agency.
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Napheesa Collier reportedly returns to Lynx on 1-year, $1.4 million supermax deal
Napheesa Collier helped negotiate higher salaries in the CBA this offseason.
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A’ja Wilson signs $5 million contract with Las Vegas Aces
Aja Wilson has signed a max deal to remain with the Las Vegas Aces, sources tell Winsidr. Wilson’s three-year, $5 million supermax contract will make her the highest paid player in the league. Wilson had a 2025 season for the ages, winning regular-season MVP, WNBA Finals MVP, and Defensive Player of
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New York Liberty Re-Sign Betnijah Laney-Hamilton
The Liberty’s anchor is returning to Brooklyn for the 2026 season. Betnijah Laney-Hamilton missed the 2025 WNBA season due to a knee injury, but she’s earned her title as one of the league’s grittiest players with her two all-defensive selections, 2021 All-Star nod, and 2020 Most Improved Player awa
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The three most questionable (or worse) decisions WNBA teams made this offseason
Nneka Oguwmike and Skylar Diggins. | Getty Images With a new CBA, two expansion teams, tons of free agents and the college draft, a lot has happened around the WNBA just a few weeks. Every WNBA team is either trying to retool, rebuild or run it back. However, not all moves placed teams in a positi
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The 2026 PIT Diaries: Day One Recap
Jam Hines and Stephen Gillaspie recap Day One of the 2026 Portsmouth Invitational Tournament!
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Five End-of-Season Takeaways: Final Thoughts on the 2026 NBA Draft Class
Revisiting five preseason beliefs and what he learned about the 2026 NBA Draft class from October through March.
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So far, the new WNBA CBA has resulted in team-building chaos over consensus
Dallas Wings general manager Curt Miller. | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images It’s easy to see that all the negotiation and consternation required for the WNBA and WNBPA to agree to a new CBA was worth it. Peruse Her Hoop Stats’ handy team salary cap sheets, and the jump in player salaries from th
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Wings’ new Paige Bueckers approach creates perfect scenario for the WNBA
The Wings made some big offseason moves to change the team around Paige Bueckers.
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2026 Nike Hoop Summit Recap
Albert Ghim and Corey Tulaba made the trip to Portland to see guys like Caleb Holt, Tyran Stokes, Tajh Ariza, Miikka Muurinen, and Brandon McCoy compete all week.
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Golden State Valkyries' draft night debacle was clear from the start
WNBA fans — and probably a few players and their famillies — were thrown into a state of confusion Monday night when the Golden State Valkyries drafted LSU graduate Flau'jae Johnson as the No. 8 overall pick.
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Way too early 2026 WNBA season predictions: championship favorites and more
The season is almost here and that means it’s time to make some predictions.
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The 2026 Portsmouth Invitational Tournament Preview
A comprehensive preview of the 72nd Annual Portsmouth Invitational Tournament, with a scouting report on every player in the field!
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Portland Fire rookie could become team's breakout star this season
Serah Williams was drafted by the Connecticut Sun in the third round of the WNBA Draft this week — and then traded to the Portland Fire while she was in an elevator following the ceremony.
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For better or worse, the Los Angeles Sparks are no longer rebuilding
Ariel Atkins and Kelsey Plum. | Getty Images Over the past few years, the Los Angeles Sparks have been a rebuilding team. They were trying to build through the draft with top picks. Success didn’t come, though, as they had the worst record in the WNBA in 2024 and have missed the postseason for fi
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Veteran signing is the Wings answer Arike Ogunbowale has been looking for
The Dallas Wings announced Tuesday that WNBA veteran Alysha Clark agreed to a one-year deal with the team.
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EuroLeague Women: Who (and what) to watch for in the Final Six
Gabby Williams of Fenerbahce Opet and Laura Quevedo of Spar Girona. The top women’s basketball competition in Europe has reached its apex. The EuroLeague Women playoffs, also known as the “Final Six,” tip-off this Wednesday, April 15, and as one would expect, only the very best teams will be play
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After the Angel Reese trade, are the Chicago Sky actually on the way up?
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 13: Gabriela Jaquez (L) of UCLA poses with WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert (R) after being selected with the 5th pick in the first round by the Chicago Sky during the 2026 WNBA Draft at The Shed on April 13, 2026 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledge
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Fever's second-round pick could be the steal of the WNBA Draft
The Indiana Fever made the most of the team's three draft picks Monday night when the team selected Vanderbilt's Justine Pissott as the No. 25 overall pick in the second round.
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Surprise addition is exactly what Storm needed after tough free agency
Things are looking up for the Storm after a ton of free agency departures.
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The 2026 Morning Dunk NBA Rookie of the Year and All-Rookie Teams
Our own Nathan Grubel provides context around his selections for NBA Rookie of the Year and All-Rookie Teams.
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Unexpected Sky draft choice makes a lot more sense than it may seem
Nobody expected the Chicago Sky to make this move in the 2026 WNBA Draft, but it makes complete sense.
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A barrage of adversity couldn’t prevent Azzi Fudd from becoming the No. 1 pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft by the Dallas Wings
Azzi Fudd and Paige Bueckers. (Photo by Melanie Fidler/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images The Dallas Wings could have Fudded around and found out what passing on Azzi Fudd at No. 1 in the 2026 WNBA Draft would have meant for their fortunes. But they didn’t. Their decision gives Fudd wh
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2026 WNBA Draft: From Azzi Fudd to all the UCLA Bruins, evaluating all 15 first-round picks
WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert and No. 1 pick Azzi Fudd. | NBAE via Getty Images Picking No. 1 overall in the WNBA Draft for the second-straight year, the Dallas Wings again turned to Storrs, CT and selected a UConn Husky: Azzi Fudd. View this post on Instagram
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2026 WNBA Draft: Surprise picks, unexpected trades dominate the night
The 2026 WNBA Draft has wrapped up for the evening, and UConn's Azzi Fudd was selected as the No. 1 overall pick by the Dallas Wings.
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Valkyries re-sign Thornton, their 1st-ever All-Star
The Valkyries have re-signed All-Star forward Kayla Thornton to a one-year contract, the team announced Monday.
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WNBA mock draft: There's a new projected No. 1
Lauren Betts and three teammates on UCLA's NCAA championship team are projected first-round picks.
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WNBA draft preview: The case for every potential No. 1 pick
Will Lauren Betts, Awa Fam, Azzi Fudd or Olivia Miles go No. 1, and which transfers boosted their draft stock?
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One known and two unknowns that will shape the Phoenix Mercury’s 2026 WNBA season
Alyssa Thomas and Nate Tibbetts. | NBAE via Getty Images Last offseason, the Phoenix Mercury engineered an instant championship contender. What are they going to do for an encore? Thus far, not much. The Mercury have been one the quietest teams during the WNBA offseason. Is that near silence a si
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Why a finally healthy Cameron Brink is ready to take over the WNBA for the rejuvenated Los Angeles Sparks
Cam Brink. | Optimum Nutrition. The potential of Cameron Brink is clear. Standing at 6-foot-4, she towers over her opponents, and for those who dare to challenge her, they are met with the appropriate force. Through her first two seasons, Brink has demonstrated that she can be one of the best rim
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Sky's big free agency moves cast confusion on Angel Reese trade decision
The Chicago Sky has made huge free agency moves this week — something that began with Monday's announcement the team had traded Angel Reese to the Atlanta Dream.
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WNBA mock draft: It's draft day! And there's a new No. 1 in final projection
We project all three rounds. Four UCLA players and a South Carolina trio help make up Round 1.
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Top 10 tips to play and win ESPN fantasy women's basketball like the pros
Your guide to research, drafting and roster strategy to play (and win) fantasy women's basketball this season.
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Three perspectives on how the Las Vegas Aces are preparing to win back-to-back WNBA championships
Jackie Young, A’ja Wilson and Becky Hammon. | Getty Images The defending-champion Las Vegas Aces are running it back! Thus far, the organization appears to have determined that continuity is the best path back to a WNBA championship, as the Aces have not signed or traded for any new players, only
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Dream’s surprising Angel Reese addition was actually months in the making
Angel Reese was on the Dream’s radar for a while before the deal got done.
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WNBA trade grades: Grading Sky's latest move, Rickea Jackson's fit
The Sky keep making moves! How does Rickea Jackson fit into their plans?
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WNBA free agency and trade tracker: Plum back to Sparks, McBride back to Lynx
WNBA free agency is here. Kelsey Plum is returning to Los Angeles. Kayla McBride is returning to Minnesota.
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Mercury re-sign 4-time All-Star Copper, Bonner
Four-time WNBA All-Star Kahleah Copper and two-time champion DeWanna Bonner re-signed Sunday with Phoenix, the team announced.
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Smesko says Reese will 'fit in great' with Dream
Dream coach Karl Smesko says newly acquired forward Angel Reese will "fit in great" but added the team will work to improve her shooting efficiency.
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Sparks acquire All-Star Atkins in trade with Sky
The Sky have traded two-time All-Star and Olympic gold medalist Ariel Atkins to the Sparks for 2024 No. 4 overall pick Rickea Jackson.
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🏀 Fantasy rankings: Top 100 players for 2026
Plan for the 2026 Fantasy Women's Basketball season with the top 100 rankings, including player position ranks.
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All-Stars Williams, McBride both returning to Lynx
Courtney Williams and Kayla McBride are returning to the Lynx on two-year contracts.
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Plum signs one-year deal to return to Sparks
The Sparks announced that they have re-signed Kelsey Plum to a one-year deal on Sunday. Sources told ESPN's Shams Charania that the deal is worth $999,999.
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Cunningham returning to Fever on one-year deal
Free agent Sophie Cunningham has agreed to a one-year deal to return to the Fever.
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Valkyries sign All-Star Williams to multiyear deal
Gabby Williams, who was named to her first All-Star Game last season, has signed a multiyear deal with the Valkyries.
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Vandersloot staying with Sky, who add Carrington
The Sky have re-signed Courtney Vandersloot after her 2025 season was cut short by an ACL injury and brought in DiJonai Carrington from the Lynx.
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2026 WNBA mock draft: Last-minute free agency moves made an impact
We put together a mock draft of all three rounds earlier this week, but free agency moves have inspired a fresh look at the most likely names to go round one.
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Emanuel Sharp is a Natural Born Winner
After being one of 22 Power 5 seniors to play all four years at the same program, Emanuel Sharp is finally taking the jump to the next level.
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Atlanta Dream GM immediately shuts down loaded Angel Reese concern
The Dream’s GM isn’t worried about any issues Angel Reese had with her last team.
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Now national champions, UCLA Bruins Lauren Betts and Kiki Rice are hungry for what’s next—beginning with WNBA Draft night
Lauren Betts and Kiki Rice. | Raising Cane’s. When the Final Four teams, all of which were No. 1 seeds, set foot in Phoenix, AZ earlier this month, few had UCLA coming out on top. UConn, the then-undefeated defending champions, entered as the top team. South Carolina was participating in their si
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It’s WNBA Draft day! Share your final predictions and projections about the picks, prospects and more
Azzi Fudd and Raven Johnson. | NCAA Photos via Getty Images Tonight, the scrutiny, at least temporarily, ends, and the celebrations begins. WNBA Draft 2026 is here (7 p.m. ET, ESPN). 45 prospects will hear their names called, an achievement worthy of acclaim, from whoever is announced as the No. 1
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👀 Way-Too-Early Top 25 rankings for 2026-27
UCLA is the 2026 champion -- but unranked in the first top 25 for next season. Runner-up South Carolina is No. 3.
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Big Ten pockets $69.4M in NCAA tourney revenue
The Big Ten amassed $69.4 million from NCAA distributions that will be paid for appearances and performances in the 2026 men's and women's basketball tournaments.
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TCU star Miles joins Unrivaled on multiyear deal
TCU standout Olivia Miles, the projected No. 1 pick in Monday's WNBA draft, has signed a multiyear deal with Unrivaled.
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Texas' Final Four team hit hard by transfer portal
Texas women's basketball coach Vic Schaefer is facing a rebuild after a Final Four appearance after a group of key players hit the transfer portal this week.
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Wisconsin AD McIntosh leaving for Big Ten role
Wisconsin athletics director Chris McIntosh is leaving the school to become the Big Ten's deputy commissioner for strategy.
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UC Santa Barbara set to join WCC in 2027-28
UC Santa Barbara will join the West Coast Conference for the 2027-28 season, increasing the membership in the league to 12 teams.
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Hidalgo returning to Notre Dame for senior year
Notre Dame guard Hannah Hidalgo, who was the Naismith and WBCA Defensive Player of the Year this season in women's basketball, will return to the Fighting Irish for her senior season.
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Chicago Sky Trade Ariel Atkins, Acquire Rickea Jackson from Los Angeles Sparks
The Chicago Sky and Los Angeles Sparks have agreed to a trade, sending forward Rickea Jackson to LA and guard Ariel Atkins to Chicago, per Alexa Philippou. After spending the first 7 seasons of her WNBA career with the Washington Mystics, Ariel Atkins took her talents to the Chicago Sky for the 2025
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Breakout Star Naz Hillmon Re-Signs with Atlanta Dream
The Atlanta Dream re-signed forward Naz Hillmon to a three-year deal, according to ESPN’s Kendra Andrews, as part of a broader effort that also includes bringing back All-Star guards Allisha Gray, and Rhyne Howard. Breaking: Naz Hillmon is finalizing a 3-year deal to return to the Atlanta Dream, sou
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Valkyries just saved the rest of the league from a season with only one outcome
The Valkyries finally made a big splash in free agency, beating out two other teams for Gabby Williams.
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Dream Golden State Valkyries signing makes the team an immediate threat
Gabby Williams has signed with the Golden State Valkyries, a move that will serve the team well for years to come.
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Sophie Cunningham Re-Signs with Indiana Fever
Sophie Cunningham isn’t going anywhere. In a common trend among Indiana Fever free agents this offseason, Cunningham is returning to Indiana after reportedly re-signing with the Fever. ESPN’s Alexa Philippou first broke the news, adding it’s a one-year deal for Cunningham. Breaking: Sophie Cunningha
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Veronica Burton Back to the Bay on a multi-year contract with the Valkyries
Veronica Burton has re-signed with the Golden State Valkyries to a multi-year contract, the team announced. Burton broke out as one of Golden State’s star players during their inaugural season. In 2022, she was drafted 7th overall by the Dallas Wings, where she spent 2 seasons before being waived an
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Atlanta Dream sign Allisha Gray on a three-year max deal
Following her All-WNBA First Team campaign in 2025, the Atlanta Dream re-signed star guard Allisha Gray to a three-year max deal, solidifying their championship core. Gray is coming off a standout season, earning All-Star and All-WNBA First Team honors while also capturing a 3×3 gold medal and an Un
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New York Liberty’s blockbuster offseason already comes with a looming concern
The New York Liberty have had a free agency period to remember. However, this level of business does pose difficult challenges.
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Girls' recruiting: Comparing the best 2026 recruits to previous classes
How good are next year's freshmen? We pit them against the best of 2024 (Sarah Strong) and 2025 (Jazzy Davidson).
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Transfer rankings for 2026-27 season
Jordan Lee leaving Texas impacts our top 20. Tennessee, Texas, Georgia and Iowa State also lost key players.
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Brionna Jones returns to ATL for a second season
Brionna Jones is running it back with the Atlanta Dream for 2026, re-signing as a cornerstone presence in the paint after a statement first season in the A. Jones wanted to be an All-Star last season. Her teammates were campaigning for her, and the Atlanta Dream made up a t-shirt for her, joining Rh
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Dream Re-sign guard Rhyne Howard
The Atlanta Dream have reached a deal with three-time All-Star, 2022 Rookie of the Year Rhyne Howard for a fifth season. If you want consistency, Rhyne Howard fills that need. While she shoots at a low percentage, she’s scored at least 17.3 points per game in three straight seasons for the Atlanta D
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Three decisions that will influence the New York Liberty’s 2026 WNBA championship chase
Satou Sabally and Breanna Stewart. | NBAE via Getty Images Following the 2025 WNBA season, the New York Liberty leadership signaled their dissatisfaction with the season’s results, as their title defense withered away in the first round of the playoffs, by firing head coach Sandy Brondello. The L
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Kelsey Mitchell Re-Signs With Indiana Fever
Kelsey Mitchell will remain with the only WNBA franchise she has ever played for, agreeing to re-sign with the Indiana Fever on a one-year, $1.4 million supermax agreement. Indiana made the signing official Saturday morning with an official new release. Every season of her eight-year WNBA career, Mi
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Free agency is quickly revealing the Aces’ biggest threat in the championship race
Satou Sabally is headed to the Liberty. The team will start the new season with four All-Stars.
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Perfect draft pick could kickstart exciting new Sky era
The Chicago Sky could begin the post-Angel Reese era perfectly with a stirring pick in the 2026 WNBA draft.
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Three reasons why the Los Angeles Sparks are at the center of the WNBA’s offseason drama
Rickea Jackson and Nneka Ogwumike. | Getty Images Even though Saturday, April 11 is when WNBA teams can officially begin signing free agents to new deals, the Los Angeles Sparks have wasted no time getting to work. They cored Kelsey Plum, all but ensuring she will return to the Sparks. LA also is
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Three ways the Atlanta Dream are setting the team up for a successful 2026 WNBA season
The Atlanta Dream. | NBAE via Getty Images A-Town is going up. The 2025 WNBA season was just the start of a new era for the Atlanta Dream. Even if the team’s 30-14 season ended with an early playoff exit, there was enough evidence to believe that this team was on an upward trajectory. Ahead of t
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Wings’ free agency activity raises more questions about the draft than it answers
Wings GM Curt Miller is making moves and only adding to the uncertainty around this year’s draft.
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Angel Reese dream looks more likely to come true in Atlanta with every day
The Dream will reportedly be able to keep their core together after adding Angel Reese.
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Surprise free agency trade could crown Seattle Storm winners of the WNBA Draft
WNBA contracts negotiated this week can't be signed until Saturday, which has meant a lot of fans have spent the days in the realm of speculation, wondering who might be traded to which team.
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A Scout's Take: Trevon Brazile is a Walking Highlight and So Much More
Arkansas's Trevon Brazile is a highlight waiting to happen with a tantalizing modern big profile that doesn't get enough attention. Will this change come draft time?
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Three pressing questions about the potential of the Connecticut Sun’s final WNBA season
Aneesah Morrow, Leïla Lacan and Saniya Rivers. | NBAE via Getty Images The WNBA’s time in Connecticut is sunsetting. The Connecticut Sun, an institution of WNBA excellence, both on the court and in the stands, since 2003 are becoming the Houston Comets in 2027 after the sale of the team. But bef
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UCLA and its six seniors are eyeing a WNBA draft takeover
Can UCLA make history and have all six seniors -- who scored all of the team's points at the Final Four -- drafted in the WNBA?
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2026 WNBA Mock Draft: Projecting all 45 picks
PHOENIX, ARIZONA - APRIL 05: Lauren Betts #51 of the UCLA Bruins and Maryam Dauda #30 of the South Carolina Gamecocks battle for position during the first quarter in the National Championship of the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament at Mortgage Matchup Center on April 05, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona.
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Three questions that will determine if the Indiana Fever can contend for the 2026 WNBA title
Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston. | NBAE via Getty Images Last year appeared destined to be a disaster for the Indiana Fever. With Caitlin Clark injured and playing just 13 games due to a groin injury, the Fever finished sixth in the WNBA standings. However, the regular season is only half of the s
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Share your instant reactions to all the rumors, news and more from the WNBA’s free agency free-for-all
Gabby Williams. | Getty Images The WNBA’s long-anticipated free agency frenzy has arrived. On Monday and Tuesday, teams sent out qualifying offers and core designations. Since then, teams and players have been negotiating the possibility of new deals, and on Saturday, signings can begin. On Frid
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WNBA free agency uncovers unexpected 2024 rookie trend
Five of the eight rookies drafted in the 2024 class could begin this season playing for teams other than the ones they originally signed with.
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The Angel Reese trade is already paying off big for Atlanta
The Angel Reese effect is being felt in Atlanta one month before the WNBA star plays her first game for the Dream.
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One shrewd Wings move could spark a Paige Bueckers–Azzi Fudd reunion
The Dallas Wings could make a smart move in free agency that would allow the franchise to reunite Paige Bueckers with the talented Azzi Fudd.
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WNBA free agency hasn't answered the Valkyries' Juste Jocyte question (yet)
Golden State Valkyries fans are still waiting to find out if the team's top 2025 draft pick will make her WNBA debut this season.
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Oversaturated: Evaluating Mikel Brown Jr. in a Guard-Heavy Class | Prospect Spotlight
How a sporadic season and an oversaturated guard class compress the margins of his evaluation in the 2026 NBA Draft.
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Next generational talent may never make it to Sky after Angel Reese trade
The bad news just keep coming for the Chicago Sky.
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Angel Reese trade ramps up Indiana Fever-Atlanta Dream rivalry
Angel Reese's trade to the Atlanta Dream could establish a true rivalry between the team and the Indiana Fever.
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New Lady Vols recruit hints at Kim Caldwell's vision for the team
The Tennessee Lady Vols officially have two players on the roster with the signing of Avery Mills. She previously played for Liberty.
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The Dame Sarr Dichotomy
Dame Sarr, one of the most impeccable defensive prospects in the 2026 NBA Draft class, is a confounding enigma on the offensive end. Where does Duke's do-it-all defender go from here?
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Angel Reese's exit creates key opportunity for Sky’s next star to emerge
With Angel Reese leaving the Chicago Sky for the Atlanta Dream, a forward will now have a chance she never imagined possible.
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Atlanta Dream trade gives Angel Reese the chance to silence her haters
Angel Reese's move to the Atlanta Dream will give her the opportunity to prove once and for all just how talented she really is.
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The Fever's Kelsey Mitchell solution is the only viable one they have
The Indiana Fever extended a core qualifying offer to Kelsey Mitchell Tuesday, which shows they're prioritizing their longtime star.
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Angel Reese trade was always inevitable (and the Chicago Sky are to blame)
The Chicago Sky were seemingly always going to lose Angel Reese, and this week's trade just solidified the inevitable.
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2026 NBA Mock Draft V.6 Video
The No Ceilings crew give a peek into the War Room for the sixth time this year, with the video for their latest 2026 NBA Mock Draft.
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Angel Reese trade could change everything for Dream's franchise player
Angel Reese has joined the Atlanta Dream for the 2026 season, a surprise move that rocked WNBA fans Monday morning.
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Sky just hit a new low as staggering Angel Reese trade leaves fans baffled
WNBA fans can't believe that the Chicago Sky let Angel Reese go to the Dream for that price.
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Blockbuster trade sets the stage for actual Angel Reese-Caitlin Clark rivalry
Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark will finally both play for competitive teams.
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Chicago Sky's stunning Angel Reese trade signals era-defining pivot
With Angel Reese officially heading to the Atlanta Dream, the Chicago Sky has sent a clear message about the future direction of their franchise.
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Dream already won Angel Reese trade without even playing a single game yet
Angel Reese is headed to Atlanta in a blockbuster trade. And the Dream already look like the clear winners of the trade.
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The Future Looks Like Malachi Moreno | The Prospect Overview
Kentucky freshman Malachi Moreno's playmaking, offensive rebounding, and rim protection combine to make him an enticing sleeper in the 2026 NBA Draft.
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A'ja Wilson's free agency stance will be the model for the league
A'ja Wilson made it clear she has no intentions of leaving Las Vegas this season, a stance that many team stars appear to be adopting.
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Every sign points to Azzi Fudd being drafted to the Dallas Wings
The WNBA Draft will take place on April 13, and there are many reasons to believe Azzi Fudd will be drafted as the No. 1 overall pick.
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NCAA Tournament expansion plans possess one major flaw
The NCAA must reconsider its plans to expand the tournament to 76 teams before it is too late.
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Vet slams Sky for issues that could ultimately seal Angel Reese’s fate in Chicago
Rebecca Allen didn’t mince her words when she spoke about her experience in Chicago.
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Geno Auriemma owes Dawn Staley a lot more than a vague apology
If you follow women's college basketball at all, by now you're likely more than aware of the fact that UConn's head coach Geno Auriemma had a major reaction to
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The stage is finally set for Kaitlyn Chen scenario fans were denied last year
The expansion draft may have created an opportunity for Kaitlyn Chen to claim a bigger role.
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2026 McDonald's All-American Game Recap
The 2026 McDonald's All-American game is a great showcase for some of the very best high school players in the country. Here's what stood out between Jordan Smith, Tyran Stokes, Caleb Holt, and more.
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Caitlin Clark unintentionally played a role in ending Azzi Fudd’s senior season
South Carolina handed UConn its first loss of the season—and there’s a Caitlin Clark connection.
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This year's men's Final Four will have a side of WNBA magic
Tamika Catchings will be on hand in Indianapolis as the men's Final Four gets underway in the city.
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10 Questions for 10 NBA Draft Prospects in the Final Four
With the Final Four on the docket, Tyler Rucker looks at 10 prospects in the 2026 NBA Draft class with crucial questions to be answered as the end of the Big Dance approaches.
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Toronto Tempo could shape entire identity with one shrewd draft pick
Holding the sixth overall pick in the WNBA draft, the Toronto Tempo has a great chance to kick-start its journey in the league.
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Paige Bueckers absence will create tougher Final Four experience for UConn star
So far, UConn hasn’t felt Paige Bueckers’s absence much. That could change soon.
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Transfer portal steal could unlock Hannah Hidalgo's UConn goals
Notre Dame has been presented with a shocking opportunity that could grant Hannah Hidalgo her UConn wish.
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Meleek Thomas: Growth in the Shadows | Prospect Spotlight
Stephen Gillaspie examines how role, context, and steady development have shaped Meleek Thomas into one of the most scalable guards in the 2026 NBA Draft Class.
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2026 WNBA Mock Draft: Predictions for all 3 rounds
This year's WNBA Draft will take place on Monday, April 13, and Azzi Fudd is expected to be among the very first names announced.
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Angel Reese’s vision for Sky could finally come true after first offseason trades
No Sky player will be available in the expansion draft after two trades. What could that choice mean for the Sky’s future?
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2026 NBA Draft BIG Board V.6
The No Ceilings crew comes together to install V.6 of the team's 2026 NBA Draft BIG Board.
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Veteran’s offseason was one big lesson about fit with Paige Bueckers
The Wings have potential, but there are still a ton of questions that need to be answered.
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UCLA's championship hopes hinge on overcoming key regular season defeat
The UCLA Bruins are preparing to play the only team that beat them during the regular season, and the fight won't be an easy one.
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JuJu Watkins fans might get the results they've been waiting for this week
This week USA Basketball will hold another training camp for potential members of the team that will play in the 2028 Summer Olympic Games.
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Caitlin Clark refuses to hide the truth of Fever's 2026 season goals
Caitlin Clark made the Indiana Fever's goals during free agency extremely clear during her appearance on the NBC pregame show.
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UCLA faces an uphill battle next season no matter what
The UCLA Bruins will be forced to face an uncomfortable truth ahead of the 2026-27 season, but are also faced with an opportunity.
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Tempo and Fire head into uncertain expansion draft thanks to free agency
The WNBA will hold expansion drafts for the newest teams to join the league on Friday, April 3. This mock draft predicts who might end up where.
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The 2026 NBA "Carter Bryant" Rookie All-Stars
Our own Nathan Grubel dives into some of the more underappreciated NBA Rookies that have shown flashes of being legitimate long-time contributors for their teams.
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The new Houston Comets have a lot to live up to in the WNBA
The Houston Comets were one of the original founding teams in the WNBA, and now the team has the chance for a second telling of their story.
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Dawn Staley's blunt take on NIL in 2026 reveals unavoidable truth
South Carolina's head coach Dawn Staley told reporters that NIL payments are a big part of the recruitment conversations the school has with potential players.
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Braden Smith and the Value of "The Klepto Caretaker" | The Prospect Overview
Purdue's Braden Smith may lack positional size, but his "Klepto Caretaker" playstyle and strong statistical resume give him a chance to be a steal in the 2026 NBA Draft.
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Arizona State coach Molly Miller will welcome March Madness in a unique way
Molly Miller will host the Tempe Tip-Off to celebrate the Final Four games being played this weekend in Indianapolis and Phoenix.
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Diana Taurasi's blunt WNBA Draft admission is what Dallas fans want to hear
Phoenix Mercury star Diana Taurasi thinks that Azzi Fudd will probably be the No. 1 overall WNBA Draft pick this year — a move that would reunite her with Paige Bueckers.
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Connecticut Sun's move to Houston will create a big problem for the WNBA
The move of the Sun will leave a gaping hole in the Northeast that may not be filled anytime soon.
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Dawn Staley admits what TCU fans have known all along about this season
South Carolina's coach knows exactly which player has changed things for TCU, and she made sure to talk about it Sunday.
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Perfect Caitlin Clark teammate may have to choose between her and other young stars
Azurá Stevens would be a great fit with the Indiana Fever, but other teams with their own young stars will also chase the veteran.
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Kim Mulkey's perspective on disappointing loss is the reframe basketball needs
The LSU Tigers went down 87-85 against Duke Saturday, which ended the team's 2025-26 March Madness run earlier than they hoped.
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Geno Auriemma's calls for March Madness changes shouldn't be ignored
UConn's head coach Geno Auriemma pointed to two factors that might be having a negative impact on how his team and others are performing during March Madness.
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Notre Dame's program milestone was nearly a lost cause after roster shake-up
The Notre Dame Fighting Irish are advancing to the Elite 8 after five attempts, and a 2024-25 roster change that threatened the program.
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Molly Miller makes Ruby Whitehorn's potential at ASU crystal clear
The former Lady Vol is an ideal player for the Sun Devils, she tells High Post Hoops, and is hoping to be drafted into the WNBA down the road.
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There’s only one path forward for Audi Crooks as Iowa State descends into chaos
Iowa State's Audi Crooks may have to make a devastating call that nobody would have predicted at the start of the year.
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Overlooked CBA perk was long overdue and should only be the beginning
The WNBPA accomplished many changes, some of which are just the beginning.
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Caitlin Clark will make more money than Angel Reese this year for one reason
Caitlin Clark's 2026 WNBA salary will be higher than Angel Reese's, despite the fact that they were drafted in the same year.
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NCAA fans are already repeating last year's colossal championship game mistake
The UConn Huskies are hoping to repeat last year's big championship win, and are likely to advance to the Final Four this year.
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Sky risk costly mistake if they opt to pass on Angel Reese’s ideal partner
The Chicago Sky have been granted an opportunity to draft the perfect partner for Angel Reese, and they cannot afford to pass it up.
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Early transfer portal announcements are a sign of things to come
The transfer portal will not open until April 6, but plenty of athletes are already making their intention to enter it clear.
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Popular coach's decision to leave the SEC will have a ripple effect
Kristy Curry's decision to leave the SEC for the AAC may have an impact on the league as whole, and other coaches could follow suit.
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The WNBA season is getting a major extension with the new CBA
The WNBA season could begin earlier than ever and end later than ever, which is great news for fans who want to see more professional basketball being played.
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Key Cardinals decision altered the team's March Madness path
The Louisville Cardinals have put in an extraordinary performance while hosting the first and second rounds of March Madness at home.
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Illinois' coach puts Caitlin Clark-Mikayla Blakes connection out in the open
Illinois head coach Shauna Green told reporters she's compared Mikayla Blakes to Caitlin Clark to get her team ready to play Vanderbilt Monday night.
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LSU star has smashed her modest program expectations in every way
When Flau'jae Johnson came to LSU she had no idea she would grow into the player she is in 2026. Now, Johnson is preparing for the WNBA Draft — after the Tigers try to win a Championship.
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Wings' draft night priorities may pivot as franchises face CBA conundrum
With a historic CBA now in place, the Dallas Wings may need to rethink their approach to the No. 1 pick in the WNBA Draft.
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These teams could find themselves at the center of impending free agency chaos
April will be a flurry of big moments for WNBA fans. There’s the expansion draft, free agency, and the regular draft.
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UCLA has another first-round draft pick who is lighting up March Madness
Lauren Betts is a presumed lock for the 2026 WNBA Draft, but her teammate might join her — and they should both be drafted in the first round.
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The key to a Longhorns win over Oregon comes down to an important trait
The Texas Longhorns will play the Oregon Ducks Sunday in a crucial game that will determine who advances to the next stage of March Madness.
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Indiana Fever should consider South Carolina transfer with a team connection
The Indiana Fever have the No. 10 overall draft pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft and should consider bringing in Mikayla Timpson's former FSU teammate.
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Louisville's leap appears to know no bounds as team advances
The Louisville Cardinals are enjoying a March Madness run that the team has earned after a 2024-25 season that didn't go the way they wanted it to.
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Geno Auriemma's clear answer underscores NCAA truth: UConn is built different
The UConn Huskies know what it's like to play under pressure, because every game they play happens in a high-pressure environment.
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Obvious Angel Reese running mate may not be the best draft choice for the Sky
The Sky have the fifth pick in the upcoming draft.
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Kim Mulkey's bench player distinction is about more than meets the eye
While speaking to reporters following LSU's huge win over Jacksonville, Kim Mulkey acknowledged her so-called bench in a novel way.
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Disappointing March Madness loss paints uncertain future for Tennessee
The Tennessee Lady Vols suffered a disappointing first-round loss to NC State Friday night, and will end the 2025-26 season with one of the worst records in program history.
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One piece of the new WNBA CBA will benefit retired players more than anyone
Retired WNBA players will receive payments as part of the new Collective Bargaining Agreement signed this week.
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Free agency might create a dream scenario for the Dallas Wings
The Wings have the opportunity to build a stronger team this season through free agency, and the new CBA is likely to help them do exactly that.
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The new WNBA CBA will have an immediate impact on incoming rookies
The WNBA CBA will benefit most players in the league, but it will have an especially strong impact on rookies and players who are currently on rookie contrats.
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The Tempo and Fire are missing out on key expansion piece the Valkyries had
The Toronto Tempo and Portland Fire are set to hold expansion drafts in early April so they can begin to build their team rosters.
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New CBA paves the way for Sky to finally fulfill Angel Reese’s biggest wish
The Chicago Sky don’t have big-time free agents they need to retain. That opens up cap space to chase other teams’ stars.
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Candace Parker wants the WNBA to make this FIBA-style change
Team USA’s successful outing in Puerto Rico made Candace Parker think about WNBA rules.
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NCAA fans are in for a thrill from these 3 WNBA Draft prospects
Olivia Miles, Lauren Betts, and Azzi Fudd are all potentially No. 1 WNBA Draft picks who will be putting on a show in Phoenix.
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WNBA free agency predictions: who's staying, leaving, or still figuring it out
Free agency will begin in the WNBA soon after the expansion drafts, but it's not clear who will (and will not) be leaving their teams.
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Nneka Ogwumike's poignant statement is a reminder of what the CBA fight was about
The WNBA and WNBPA have agreed to terms for a new CBA. The deal has not been ratified, but the union president made it clear it's about a lot more than who is in the league now.
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Team USA's final game in Puerto Rico proved important WNBA truth
Team USA put in a dominant performance in the FIBA World Cup Qualifying Tournament in Puerto Rico, in part thanks to the squad's veterans.
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This year's WNBA free agency will not be the free-for-all previously imagined
While many initially believed 2026 free agency would be filled with a lot of unexpected changes in the WNBA, the reality may be calmer.
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One March Madness region will rule them all: Sacramento 2 is the contest to watch
The Sacramento 2 region will see games that feature some of the toughest NCAA teams, and might reunite UCLA and LSU.
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Angel Reese’s Team USA stint is a brutal reminder of the Sky’s many mistakes
Playing for Team USA is a great experience for Reese, but it’s also a reminder of the Sky’s struggles.
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One Angel Reese habit from flawed Chicago Sky roster doesn't hold up with Team USA
Angel Reese has had to make some adjustments with Team USA, which is very different than the Sky.
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A weekly digest on women's basketball history and information aggregated at Across the Timeline
Welcome to Across the Timeline Digest by me, Across the Timeline.
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