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Monday, August 24, 2026
Team USA will face a formidable challenge from France in the World Cup

France's national team will include a lethal group of eight athletes from the WNBA, and they will be a serious threat to the United States.

DeWanna Bonner's surprise Mercury decision is all too familiar for Fever fans

DeWanna Bonner announced she's leaving the Mercury in the hopes that she can chase a championship somewhere else this season.

Sources: Kanter not WNBA-eligible; arena ban TBD

The WNBA has not announced any plans to ban Enes Kanter Freedom from attending future games but, according to multiple sources, the ex-NBA player will not be eligible to play in the league.

DeWanna Bonner is making the Mercury regret their Kelsey Plum gamble

DeWanna Bonner's shock exit from the Phoenix Mercury puts the franchise in a tough spot with Kelsey Plum.

Mercury buy out Bonner, who will seek title shot

The Mercury and DeWanna Bonner have reached an agreement to buy out her contract. Once she clears waivers, the six-time All-Star will look for a chance to sign as a free agent with a playoff team.

DeWanna Bonner's next team: Best fits for former Mercury star amid buyout

Bonner has options, but one stands out.

Sports world reacts to Enes Kanter Freedom's WNBA ejection: 'He’s a straight loser'

Here's what the sports world had to say about Enes Kanter Freedom's latest WNBA controversy.

Mikal Bridges, Ty Lawson, other members of sports world react to Enes Kanter Freedom's WNBA ejection

Here's how the sports world reacted to Kanter Freedom's latest WNBA controversy.

Enes Kanter Freedom and other protesters claim to protect women, yet show no interest in women they're protecting

Anti-trans activists protesting the WNBA consistently show no interest in the players.

4 WNBA playoff teams that could sign DeWanna Bonner after surprise Mercury exit

DeWanna Bonner agreed to a contract buyout with the Mercury.

Why the Mercury are buying out DeWanna Bonner's contract

Phoenix is doing right by one of its best-ever players.

Caitlin Clark delivers final blow to Chicago Sky’s playoff hopes

Caitlin Clark’s historic performance did more than extend Indiana’s dominance over Chicago. It officially ended the Sky’s playoff chase.

Aliyah Boston delivers perfect reaction to Caitlin Clark’s career night

Aliyah Boston needed only two words to summarize Caitlin Clark’s record-setting barrage against the Chicago Sky.

Caitlin Clark shuts down question about controversial Fever-Sky incident

Caitlin Clark wanted no part of the postgame controversy after letting her historic 37-point performance speak for itself.

Stephanie White sends blunt request after courtside incident at Fever-Sky game

Stephanie White urged reporters not to amplify a courtside confrontation after Indiana’s biggest offensive performance of the season.

Sophie Cunningham steals spotlight with bold all-white outfit before Fever win

Sophie Cunningham opened Indiana’s arrival video with a striking all-white look before helping the Fever complete their season sweep of Chicago.

Will Napheesa Collier's midseason return boost Lynx's WNBA title chances?

After a long road back from multiple injuries, Napheesa Collier could help Minnesota peak in the WNBA playoffs.

LeBron James sends two-word message after Caitlin Clark’s career night

LeBron James needed only two words to celebrate Caitlin Clark’s historic 37-point performance against the Chicago Sky.

Angel Reese earns new nickname after clinching first WNBA playoff berth

Angel Reese powered Atlanta into the postseason with a career night, prompting fans to give the Dream star a fitting new nickname.

Why Enes Kanter Freedom was ejected from WNBA game while wearing 'woman' t-shirt

Here's what Kanter Freedom did before being escorted out of Wintrust Arena on Sunday night.

Sonia Citron’s clutch brilliance could give Mystics a sneaky edge in the playoffs

Sonia Citron passed Becky Hammon for most clutch points scored in a single season.

Sunday, August 23, 2026
Kanter Freedom tossed after clash with Cloud

Ex-NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom was ejected from Sunday's game between the Fever and Sky after a verbal altercation with Chicago's Natasha Cloud.

Liberty clinch playoff berth for sixth consecutive season after Fire loss

Despite their shaky regular season, the Liberty are officially back in the playoffs.

Fever's Caitlin Clark lit up the Sky with another historic performance

Clark set a new career high in a double-digit win.

Enes Freedom and Natasha Cloud got into it during Fever-Sky showdown

Freedom made a big show out of being at the game, but Cloud got the last laugh.

Caitlin Clark drilled a 3 over DiJonai Carrington and had a hilarious reaction

Clark wasn't interested in a confrontation.

Leonie Fiebich's return already spells trouble for the rest of the league

With Leonie Fiebich back to playing basketball, the Liberty look rejuvenated and ready to compete.

Aces’ push for No. 2 seed takes sudden A’ja Wilson injury hit

The Aces are chasing the WNBA’s No. 2 seed, but a late A’ja Wilson injury update could force Las Vegas to consider the bigger postseason picture.

Liberty Beat Fever In Thriller: Jonquel Jones Delivers | Liberty Lately

The New York Liberty bounced back in a big way, holding off the Indiana Fever for a thrilling 109-102 home victory. On this episode of Liberty Lately, Dexter Henry and Madeline Kenney break down...

Angel Reese is single-handedly reminding us all the WNBA is also a lot of fun

Angel Reese racked up a career-high 31 points Saturday, which is exactly what her team (and WNBA fans) needed to see.

Alyssa Thomas enters WNBA club of one on night Mercury season ends

Alyssa Thomas reached a statistical combination no other WNBA player has achieved, but the milestone arrived on a painful night for Phoenix.

Heartbreaking loss to Fever unlocked scary new level for Angel Reese

Angel Reese set a new career high for points in a game as the Dream clinched a playoff spot.

Kara Lawson sets early tone for Caitlin Clark’s FIBA World Cup with Team USA

Kara Lawson, who will coach Caitlin Clark at the World Cup, called the Fever’s loss to the Liberty on Amazon prime.

Reese nets career-high 31, puts Dream in playoffs

The Dream clinched a playoff berth behind Angel Reese's career-best 31 points and 14 rebounds Saturday night in a 99-89 win over the Mercury.

Fiebich's 'all-around game' sparks Liberty's win

New York wing Leonie Fiebich spent the last seven weeks watching from the sidelines while recovering from a left foot injury, but in her return game on Saturday night, she led the Liberty to a...

Where to watch Sky vs. Fever today: Channel, time, TV schedule, live stream for Caitlin Clark WNBA game

The Sky host the Fever in a WNBA showdown on Sunday evening. Here's how to watch the matchup with TV and live stream information.

Liberty’s Leonie Fiebich has big night, shows rare on-court emotion in return from lengthy injury

Leonie Fiebich is usually stoic on the court for the Liberty. But playing her first game in seven weeks Saturday, she let the emotion pour out.

Saturday, August 22, 2026
Sophie Cunningham supporters, detractors, rally outside NYC arena during Liberty-Fever WNBA game

A large group of protesters rallied outside Barclays Arena Saturday night in the midst of Sophie Cunningham's 'trans' scandal where she spoke up for protecting women in sports.

Liberty silence pro-Fever crowd in Brooklyn with statement win

The Liberty, playing on national television and in front of a sold-out crowd, held off a late Fever push to win 109-102 on Saturday night.

Leonie Fiebich powers Liberty to win over Fever in return

Leonie Fiebich returned from a seven-week injury absence to provide 20 points, five rebounds and five assists in 34 minutes, leading the host New York

Opposing sides of WNBA trans athlete debate converge outside Fever vs. Liberty game in Brooklyn

The latest collection of protests outside of a Fever game came on Saturday in New York City.

Cheryl Reeve's MVP take is the correct one — but time will tell if voters agree

Olivia Miles is well on her way to becoming the second player in WNBA history to being named Rookie of the Year and MVP in one season.

Sophie Cunningham dresses the part for Fever’s New York City showdown

Sophie Cunningham embraced the New York City stage with another memorable pregame look before the Fever’s marquee matchup against the Liberty.

'Gayest thing you can do': Natasha Cloud unleashes problematic rant about WNBA sex toy incidents

Cloud called out fans who have been throwing sex toys on WNBA courts, but received backlash afterward.

Liberty’s Breanna Stewart bullish on ‘superpower’ WNBA must protect as trans athlete debate sparks rallies

Breanna Stewart wanted to wait.

WNBA sex toys timeline: Every incident involving fans throwing neon green objects at games

The league has been plagued by an all-too-familiar sight as of late: Green sex toys being thrown onto the court.

Stewart wants safe space amid transgender rallies

Liberty star Breanna Stewart says she hopes WNBA arenas can be a 'safe space' for fans amid transgender rallies.

Lexie Hull makes major personal purchase after signing $1.6 million Fever contract

Lexie Hull rewarded herself with a major purchase after the Indiana Fever gave their defensive standout a fully guaranteed contract worth nearly $1.6 million.

Sophie Cunningham Reveals Savvy Plan For Massive WNBA Pay Raise

Sophie Cunningham landed the biggest contract of her WNBA career, but the Indiana Fever guard has no intention of simply spending her newfound wealth.

Promising Kiki Rice stretch should already fuel dreams of next year’s Tempo potential

Kiki Rice has been playing well recently, inspiring hope for a healthy second season after the Tempo’s rough first year.

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