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Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Fans won't like this Caitlin Clark change, but it's necessary for her game

The Indiana Fever have made it clear that Clark will be playing off the ball more this season. Now, it's time for fans to sit back and trust what's unfolding.

With new CBA, WNBA may be entering its golden era

For the WNBA, the last few years featured a sudden growth in mainstream attention thanks to Caitlin Clark and her cohorts -- coupled with heightened c

Van Lith claimed by Sun after being waived by Sky

After being waived by the Chicago Sky earlier this week, point guard Hailey Van Lith has been claimed on waivers by the Connecticut Sun.

Liberty’s French duo could be key to weathering Sabrina Ionescu’s absence

Without the four-time All-Star leading the offense, there is a big hole for the Liberty to fill only a few days ahead of Friday’s season opener.

Hailey Van Lith has new WNBA team after Sky cut her loose

HVL is moving to a new part of the league.

Why Sue Bird's surprise rodeo outing with the Dallas Wings has everyone buzzing

Retired WNBA star Sue Bird joined the Dallas Wings for a rodeo night out, linking her UConn legacy to the team's young core.

Why GMs choose Paige Bueckers over A’ja Wilson and Caitlin Clark to start a team

Despite A’ja Wilson’s historic MVP season and Caitlin Clark’s star power, GMs picked Paige Bueckers as the best player to start a WNBA franchise

What Dallas Wings' relocation to larger arena means for franchise future and star duo Paige Bueckers-Azzi Fudd

Dallas Wings coach Jose Fernandez revealed plans to move home games to the American Airlines Center in 2027. The jump from 7,000 to 20,000 seats signals a major franchise bet

Angel and Caitlin return, Azzi arrives: Power ranking the top 2026 WNBA season debuts

There are a lot of stories to watch as the 2026 WNBA season kicks off this weekend — here are the top 10 to keep a very close eye on.

Battery charge vs. Wings' Ogunbowale dropped

The case against Wings star Arike Ogunbowale, who was arrested and charged with misdemeanor battery two months ago after an alleged altercation at a Miami nightclub, has been dropped, the Miami...

How Sky ended up with zero 2025 WNBA draft picks on roster after Hailey Van Lith, Ajsa Sivka departures

Chicago drafted four players in 2025: Ajsa Sivka, Hailey Van Lith, Maddy Westbeld and Aicha Coulibaly. None of them are on the Sky's roster in 2026.

Is the WNBA souring on Caitlin Clark? Why Fever star's stock might seem down entering new season

Clark is going to have something to prove.

Why Mercury traded for Chloe Bibby and what it cost in return

Phoenix is adding a potentially intriguing frontcourt player.

2026 WNBA Championship odds, prediction: Liberty enter season as favorites

Few teams have as much top tier talent and experience as the Liberty. The Aces are one of them.

Toronto Tempo tickets 2026: See the latest prices, seats, full schedule for inaugural WNBA season

The Toronto Tempo kick off their inaugural WNBA season in 2026. Here's how to score tickets for every game.

Atlanta Dream tickets 2026: See the best prices, seats, schedule to watch Angel Reese WNBA games

Angel Reese joins the Atlanta Dream for the 2026 season. Here's how you can get tickets to each game on the schedule.

Portland Fire tickets 2026: See the latest prices, seats, full schedule for WNBA season

The Portland Fire are back, becoming the WNBA's 15th team. Here's how to get tickets to games throughout the 2026 season.

Indiana Fever tickets 2026: See the best prices, seats, schedule to watch Caitlin Clark in WNBA games

The Indiana Fever returns Caitlin Clark and more for the 2026 season. Here's how you can see all the action live with tickets to every matchup on the schedule.

How Sky's Ajsa Sivka is going to play college basketball for Kentucky after being WNBA Draft pick

This is a pretty unusual situation in the WNBA.

WNBA GMs make surprising championship call involving Angel Reese, Caitlin Clark

This was not something WNBA fans expected.

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Caitlin Clark no longer tops WNBA GMs’ franchise player rankings

Interesting turn of events for the Fever guard.

WNBA GMs send strong message about Fever star Aliyah Boston

It appears the league likes the Fever center!

Lauren Betts is creating a dilemma the Mystics should be glad to have

Lauren Betts is at the center of a Washington Mystics decision that could reveal their ambitions for the 2026 WNBA season.

Undeniable A’ja Wilson, Las Vegas Aces truth dominates 2026 WNBA season

The Aces dominated the annual WNBA GM survey—and for good reason. They are the standard.

WNBA betting storylines: Clark the MVP favorite, B...

A closer look at the top betting storylines heading into the 2026 WNBA season, from MVP to Rookie of the Year and more.

Being waived in the WNBA might present new opportunities

The preseason purge is a tough time for WNBA teams and for fans, especially those who are attached to their rosters. Here's what happens to players who are waived.

Minnesota Lynx's surprising draft choice could be the hero they desperately need

The Lynx are moving mysteriously this season, but drafting Olivia Miles might have been one of the smartest moves the team's made.

Ranking the 30 best WNBA players in 2026, from A'ja Wilson to Caitlin Clark

The Sporting News takes a look at the 30 best players ahead of the 2026 WNBA season.

Indiana Fever schedule 2026: Dates, times, TV channels, live streams to watch Caitlin Clark WNBA games

Here's everything you need to know about the Fever's 2026 schedule, including TV channel and streaming options for each matchup.

Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Valkyries GM: Johnson trade made for cap room

Three weeks after sending the rights of the No. 8 overall pick, Flau'jae Johnson, to the Storm, Valkyries general manager Ohemaa Nyanin said the trade was done to maintain cap flexibility.

WNBA free agency revealed an understandable truth: players want to be home

The new CBA in the WNBA has revealed that a lot of the league's top players want to play closer to where their families are and where they grew up.

A’ja Wilson favored for another WNBA MVP in GM poll

Las Vegas Aces star A'ja Wilson became the first woman to win four WNBA Most Valuable Player awards last year, and those around the league feel there'

WNBA GMs got one thing horribly wrong — and they'll soon know what

The results of the annual WNBA GM survey released, and they one thing horribly wrong, which they'll soon figure out.

This WNBA season the Sky is actually the limit

The Chicago Sky made several changes this season that left fans baffled, but they might all add up to a pretty fun season for the team.

Why Paige Bueckers’ first Met Gala appearance has everyone talking

WNBA star Paige Bueckers debuts a graffiti Coach suit at the 2026 Met Gala as she prepares for her second season with Dallas Wings.

WNBA GMs favor Bueckers, Wilson as standouts

The annual WNBA GM survey named Paige Bueckers as the top pick to launch a franchise and A'ja Wilson as the favorite to win the 2026 MVP.

Caitlin Clark breaks silence on leg sleeve amid injury concerns

The Fever star discussed her new accessory.

Tina Charles announces retirement from WNBA after legendary career

Tina Charles has called time on one of the great careers in New York basketball history. The former Liberty star announced her retirement in a heartfelt Instagram post on Tuesday morning after 14...

Lexie Hull clarified her status for WNBA season opener, and it's good news for Fever fans

It's a positive update for Indiana.

Veteran offers the only logical answer to lingering free agency question

Tina Charles is no longer a free agent. She’s officially ready t hang up her basketball shoes after a long career.

Former WNBA MVP Tina Charles retires after 14 seasons

Eight-time All-Star and former WNBA Most Valuable Player Tina Charles announced her retirement Tuesday after 14 seasons with six teams.,Charles, 37, i

WNBA teams smashed Nigeria's D'Tigress ... but it ...

Nigeria's D'Tigress rounded up their historic three-game WNBA Tour suffering what, on the face of it, was a devastating set of three defeats. But it was less about winning and more about measuring...

Tina Charles on retirement: 'It was all a dream'

Tina Charles, who leads the WNBA in career rebounds and field goals, announced her retirement on social media Tuesday.

Fever cuts 2026: Tracking Indiana's most notable releases

Indiana's roster around Clark, Boston and Mitchell is being finalized.

Why Mercury are parting ways with Shay Ciezki despite 22.8 PPG Indiana season

It's a tough break for the talented guard.

Why Sky are parting ways with Maddy Westbeld despite 2025 draft pick status

Westbeld lasted just one season in Chicago.

Monday, May 4, 2026
Caitlin Clark’s new accessory grabs attention as Fever coach addresses concerns

It was a surprise for head coach Stephanie White

WNBA cuts roundup: Sky waive 2025 first-rounder Hailey Van Lith

The Chicago Sky waived 2025 first-round draft pick Hailey Van Lith on Monday.,The 24-year-old point guard averaged 3.5 points and 1.6 assists in 29 ga

Here are the athletes at the 2026 Met Gala, from Angel Reese to Venus Williams

Here's the full list of athletes that attended one of fashion's biggest events.

Liberty's Ionescu (ankle) out at least 2 weeks

Sabrina Ionescu avoided a significant injury after rolling her left ankle in the New York Liberty's preseason win over the Connecticut Sun over the weekend.

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