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Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Sabrina Ionescu harsh reality is becoming more apparent for the Liberty

The New York Liberty are heading for disaster if Sabrina Ionescu can't rekindle her offensive magic.

Why Sonia Citron could be quietly important at the FIBA World Cup for Team USA

Need a bucket in the clutch? Call Sonia.

Westbrook joins Project B's board of directors

Recently retired Russell Westbrook has joined new men's and women's basketball league Project B as a co-founder and chief strategy officer.

Wings' Li to miss World Cup due to lost passport

China will have to play without Li Yueru at the women's FIBA World Cup after her replacement passport was lost in the mail ahead of the tournament that starts in Germany this week.

Racist text sent to Dearica Hamby results in employee's firing

Hamby exposed the message last month.

Why Kate Martin is signing a developmental contract with the Sky

Another chance for the former Iowa sharpshooter to prove herself.

Sue Bird reiterates essential 2028 Olympics reality to remember ahead of World Cup

Sue Bird put together a strong roster for the World Cup and will go through the same process when the Olympics arrive.

Kara Lawson's Team USA warning comes at exactly the perfect time

Team USA head coach Kara Lawson pointed out what the team needs to pay attention to as they prepare for the 2026 FIBA World Cup.

FIBA World Cup preview: U.S. women are favorite, but here's how all 16 teams rank

Sixteen nations will compete in the World Cup in Berlin starting Friday. Team USA and France are front-runners.

Chinese superstar would be an immediate game changer for the Portland Fire

The Portland Fire need more size and rebounding, and China's Ziyu Zhang fits the bill for the 2027 WNBA Draft.

Liberty may find their biggest playoff problem on the sidelines this season

Chris DeMarco’s lack of WNBA playoff experience could hurt the Liberty.

Here's an idea: actually watch the FIBA World Cup instead of complaining about it

The 2026 FIBA World Cup begins on Friday, September 4, and boasts some of the most talented basketball players in the world.

Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Cheryl Reeve's complaint doubles as warning for Lynx before WNBA playoffs

Cheryl Reeve criticized the physicality in Minnesota’s loss to Atlanta, but her comments also identified a potential Lynx weakness before the playoffs.

Caitlin Clark record mistake reveals how impossible her rookie standard remains

A corrected claim about Olivia Miles highlighted just how difficult Caitlin Clark’s WNBA rookie assists record will be to break.

Caitlin Clark's former Iowa coach makes MVP opinion perfectly clear

Iowa coach Jan Jensen delivered a powerful message about Caitlin Clark as the Fever star’s record-setting season fuels a serious WNBA MVP push.

U.S. coach Lawson: World Cup most challenging yet

U.S. coach Kara Lawson says this version of the FIBA World Cup is the most challenging she's seen.

Sky's Diggins (knee) to miss remainder of season

Chicago Sky guard Skylar Diggins will miss the remainder of the WNBA's season as she continues to recover from a right knee injury, the team announced Tuesday.

WNBA teams will get to evaluate fascinating 2027 draft prospect at FIBA World Cup

The World Cup will offer WNBA teams a good look at a potential 2027 draft prospect.

World Cup should give Natalie Nakase a chance to evaluate Valkyries’ third-round pick

The Valkyries will have several players and coaches in Berlin, including their 2026 third-round pick out of Japan.

WNBA Power Rankings: Lynx dethroned as schedule breaks for World Cup

What should every team be focused on when play resumes after the FIBA World Cup?

Caitlin Clark’s debut and five other must-watch World Cup group stage games

These are just some of the exciting games the World Cup will feature.

FIBA World Cup will be an important test for Portland Fire’s hidden gem

The Portland Fire will get to see their first-round pick in high-pressure situations against WNBA talent.

Monday, August 31, 2026
How A'ja Wilson and Kelsey Plum injuries impact Team USA at FIBA World Cup

How will the deepest roster in the world make up for A'ja Wilson's absence? And what might be next for Kelsey Plum?

How Fever's Caitlin Clark can win MVP at the FIBA World Cup

In a stacked team, Clark has a path to reign supreme.

FIBA World Cup Break Comes at a Crucial Time for These 2 WNBA Teams

The Minnesota Lynx enter the FIBA World Cup break on a rare losing streak as the Golden State Valkyries close in on home-court advantage.

Ranking USA's best MVP candidates for FIBA World Cup, from Caitlin Clark to Angel Reese

A loaded group that is favored to win the whole thing.

Why Kelsey Plum's Mercury stint could be over after just 5 games

It might end up being one of the worst takes in WNBA history.

Why Team USA's A’ja Wilson and Kelsey Plum pulled out of FIBA World Cup at 11th hour

Team USA will be missing both A'ja Wilson and Kelsey Plum at the FIBA World Cup. Here's why.

A'ja Wilson's shocking absence helps highlight Team USA's formidable future

A'ja Wilson won't play at the FIBA World Cup, but Team USA's latest announcement proves the reigning champions remain a force to fear.

Wilson, Plum out of FIBA WC; Plum's season over

Kelsey Plum and A'Ja Wilson will miss the FIBA Women's World Cup for health reasons, with the Mercury announcing that Plum will miss the rest of the 2026 season. Kiki Iriafen and Sonia Citron will...

DeWanna Bonner yet again proved she knows what she's doing

DeWanna Bonner added on 7 points and 4 rebounds for the Dream Sunday, and more importantly proved the decision to change teams was the right call.

Sunday, August 30, 2026
Reese posts WNBA-record 29th double-double

Angel Reese had 15 points and 11 rebounds to break a WNBA record with her 29th double-double this season, and the Atlanta Dream defeated the league-leading Minnesota Lynx 89-81 on Sunday afternoon...

Sparks' Ta'Niya Latson decision looks even worse after Kate Martin move

First, Ta'Niya Latson, now Kate Martin. Do the Los Angeles Sparks have any idea of what direction they want to take moving forward?

New York Liberty’s Biggest Questions At The FIBA Break | Liberty Lately

The New York Liberty enter the FIBA World Cup break at 24–16 after an 85–66 bounce-back victory over the Chicago Sky. Dexter Henry and Madeline Kenney discuss the Liberty’s identity with four...

Indiana Fever must make one crucial change to have playoffs success

The Fever will need to find a way to improve their defensive game as they prepare to begin the playoffs later this season.

Kate Martin's WNBA story is one of resilience — and uncertainty

Kate Martin was waived by the Los Angeles Sparks this week, but that doesn't mean she won't still find a new home in the WNBA, just like she has before.

Valkyries’ stifling defense may be the league’s biggest threat come playoff time

Another day, another dominant performance by the Golden State Valkyries. On Thursday, the 2nd seed traveled to Brooklyn to face off against the New York Liberty

France’s World Cup gold medal chase comes with perfect timing for the Valkyries

France is looking to dethrone Team USA, and the Valkyries could reap the benefits.

Kelsey Mitchell stands between A’ja Wilson and rare WNBA scoring feat

A’ja Wilson and Kelsey Mitchell have taken WNBA scoring to another level.

Saturday, August 29, 2026
France will be formidable, but this year's Team USA is what we've been waiting for

Team USA is set to begin playing in the 2026 FIBA World Cup with a strong roster that can win it all.

Liberty get revenge with rout of Sky despite rough Sabrina Ionescu outing

Less than two weeks after the Liberty got embarrassed at the hands of Natasha Cloud’s career performance, they got their revenge Saturday afternoon, beating the Chicago Sky 85-66.

Liberty get back into scoring mode, clinch season series vs. Sky

Han Xu scored 19 points in 17 minutes off the bench, Breanna Stewart had 13 points with nine rebounds and the host New York Liberty rolled past the Ch

Fever's championship hopes hinge on a glaring flaw they are yet to fix

The Indiana Fever have an impressive regular season record, but they have a serious weakness that could derail their championship dreams.

Cloud dismisses dustup with 'irrelevant' Freedom

The Sky's Natasha Cloud was dismissive of Enes Kanter Freedom, calling the former NBA player an "irrelevant person" while saying she is focused on issues that are "actually [affecting] women and...

Sky star won’t address ‘irrelevant threat to women’ in first comments since Enes Kanter Freedom dustup

Speaking for the first time Saturday since her verbal altercation with Enes Kanter Freedom, Sky guard Natasha Cloud refused to give the situation additional attention.

Sparks' Cameron Brink is making a late awards push with great string of performances

Brink is gaining valuable experience amid LA's lost season.

Sophie Cunningham takes on new role alongside Fever legend Tamika Catchings

Sophie Cunningham stepped into the interviewer’s chair for a revealing conversation with Indiana Fever icon Tamika Catchings.

Fever's Caitlin Clark, Kelsey Mitchell are at the center of an unprecedented WNBA award campaign

Could they really share the MVP award?

Mercury, Tempo seek success in advance of WNBA break

The Phoenix Mercury and Toronto Tempo, two struggling stragglers in the WNBA standings, will have a chance to turn things around for a night -- and sa

Caitlin Clark reveals Taylor Swift’s reaction to new signature shoes

Caitlin Clark needed only three words to reveal Taylor Swift’s verdict on her new friendship-bracelet signature shoes.

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