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Friday, April 17, 2026
Report: Aliyah Boston, Fever agree to richest deal in WNBA history

Aliyah Boston and the Indiana Fever agreed to a four-year, $6.3 million extension on Friday, according to ESPN, which is the richest contract in the l

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.

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."

Boston, Fever agree to 4-year, $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.

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.

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 multi-year deals to return to the team.

Why Megan Rapinoe and Sue Bird are breaking up, ending one of sports' most iconic relationships

One of the most well-known couples in sports announced they were parting ways on Friday.

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.

Liberty re-sign Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ionescu, Jonquel Jones

New York Liberty stars Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ionescu and Jonquel Jones signed contracts for the 2026 season, the team announced on Friday.,Financia

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. Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ionescu and Jonquel Jones each signed three-year contracts running through 2028 to return to the...

Superstar free agent addition Satou Sabally hopes to keep the New York Liberty in championship contention

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. We all know the...

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...

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?

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...

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?

Why the Dallas Wings did Azzi Fudd no favors by not letting her respond to a question about her relationship with Paige Bueckers

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...

How Sabrina Ionescu and Satou Sabally can rekindle their college connection with the Liberty

The Liberty’s pursuit of Satou Sabally may have been delayed, but it was not denied.

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.

Thursday, April 16, 2026
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.

Sources: Collier back to Lynx on supermax deal

Napheesa Collier is signing a one-year, $1.4 million supermax contract to return to the Minnesota Lynx, sources told ESPN.

Former 7th overall pick agrees to buyout with Mercury

Banking on an inspired run, the Phoenix Mercury made it to the WNBA Finals last season. They, however, got swept by the Las Vegas Aces. Surely, they are motivated to seek redemption when the new...

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Angel Reese welcomes Lauren Betts to Reebok family after going 4th overall in 2026 WNBA Draft

Washington Mystics rookie center Lauren Betts signed a shoe deal with Reebok on Wednesday, becoming the fifth active WNBA player on the brand’s basketball roster. The No. 4 overall draft pick in...

Napheesa Collier secures the bag, signs max contract with Lynx

Over the last few seasons, Napheesa Collier has become one of the best players in the WNBA and is a superstar in women’s basketball. Now, she is being paid like one. After hitting free agency...

2026 WNBA Draft grades for all 15 teams

The 2026 WNBA Draft marked a pivotal moment for the W, which is balancing league expansion, an unprecedented growth in popularity, and record-setting contract amounts for both rookies and...

Mercury GM reveals Satou Sabally replacement after departure for Liberty

For the first time since the newly ratified CBA, Phoenix Mercury general manager Nick U’Ren addressed reporters in a Zoom meeting on Wednesday for a debrief. From Satou Sabally leaving the Mercury...

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.

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...

Liberty’s official deal with 3-time All-Star Satou Sabally leaves fans confused

The New York Liberty have been one of the better teams in the league over the past few years, and that’s not going to stop any time soon. When it was announced that 3-time All-Star Satou Sabally...

Golden State Signs UConn’s Caroline Ducharme to WNBA Training Camp Contract

Undrafted UConn women's basketball product Caroline Ducharme signed a WNBA training camp contract with the Golden State Valkyries this week. The post Golden State Signs UConn’s Caroline Ducharme...

Wings’ rookie Azzi Fudd not permitted to answer question about Paige Bueckers relationship

The Dallas Wings paired star guard Paige Bueckers with her former UConn Huskies teammate by selecting Azzi Fudd No. 1 overall in the 2026 WNBA Draft. Bueckers and Fudd are in a relationship as...

Indiana Signs WNBA Champion Shatori Walker-Kimbrough in 2026 Offseason Moves

Shatori Walker-Kimbrough signed with Indiana this week, adding championship experience to the Fever's 2026 WNBA offseason moves. The post Indiana Signs WNBA Champion Shatori Walker-Kimbrough in...

Satou Sabally’s massive discount is a free agency gift to the Liberty

It felt likely the four All-Stars on the Liberty’s roster would have to take pay cuts. Sabally’s signing below her market value gives the team additional cap flexibility.

Wings GM reveals how Azzi Fudd draft process 'always came back' to top pick

Fudd and Bueckers reunite as Dallas' dynamic duo.

Azzi Fudd questioned over Paige Bueckers relationship — Wings PR denies chance to answer

It's certainly a fascinating subplot.

The three most questionable (or worse) decisions WNBA teams made this offseason

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...

Reebok Signs No. 4 Draft Pick Lauren Betts to Growing WNBA Roster

Washington Mystics rookie Lauren Betts signed a shoe deal with Reebok on Wednesday. The 2026 NCAA champion and No. 4 draft pick becomes the fifth WNBA athlete to join the brand’s basketball...

Toronto Tempo Drives WNBA Free Agency Frenzy as WNBA Preseason Approaches

WNBA free agency is heating up, as the Toronto Tempo signs Kia Nurse and Temi Fagbenle while other teams start scouting undrafted rookies. The post Toronto Tempo Drives WNBA Free Agency Frenzy as...

4-Time WNBA MVP A’ja Wilson Signs Record $5M Deal with Las Vegas Aces

The Aces re-signed four-time WNBA MVP A'ja Wilson to a historic $5 million supermax deal, as Las Vegas shores up its championship core. The post 4-Time WNBA MVP A’ja Wilson Signs Record $5M Deal...

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,...

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.

Valks GM: Agreed to trade before Johnson picked

Golden State GM Ohemaa Nyanin told ESPN that the Valkyries and Storm agreed to trade draft picks before the selection of Flau'jae Johnson.

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.

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.

Nurse, 'proud to represent Canada,' joins Tempo

The Toronto Tempo made two significant roster additions Tuesday, signing three-time Canadian Olympian Kia Nurse and free agent center Temi Fagbenle to one-year deals.

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.

So far, the new WNBA CBA has resulted in team-building chaos over consensus

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...

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.

Wednesday, April 15, 2026
2026 WNBA Draft hits near-record viewership numbers

Following the successful WNBA Draft at The Shed at Hudson Yards in New York on Monday, the league will welcome another batch of fresh faces when the new season unfurls in May. Dallas Wings guard...

WNBA draft second-most watched ever with 1.5M viewers

With uncertainty over the identity of the top overall pick and new NCAA champion UCLA producing a record number of selections, the WNBA draft drew its

Wings bring back Odyssey Sims after Fever tenure

The Dallas Wings made one of the biggest splashes in WNBA free agency with the signing of co-Defensive Player of the Year Alanna Smith to bolster their frontcourt. The Wings continued to shape...

Liberty re-sign Betnijah Laney-Hamilton after lost injury season

A key member of the 2024 championship team, Laney-Hamilton brings experience, vocal leadership, stifling perimeter defense, relentless toughness and clutch shot-making to a team that missed her...

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