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Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Liberty’s Sabrina Ionescu puts past struggles behind her with dominant Game 2

Sabrina Ionescu said she had “nothing” going on in her mind as she started to heat up.

Tuesday, September 29, 2026
No. 8 Liberty keep foot on gas to eliminate top-seeded Lynx

The No. 8 seed Liberty beat the top-seeded Lynx after completing the sweep of their best-of-three first round series with a Game 2 victory.

Liberty oust top-seeded Lynx to reach second round of WNBA playoffs in historic upset

The hugs and handshake lines started before the final horn officially sounded. 

Fast, gritty, and a little messy: this is the Indiana Fever everyone want to see

The Indiana Fever managed a 99-89 win over the Las Vegas Aces, a game that has forced a third match between the teams.

Sue Bird points out underrated skill that makes the Lynx dominate

The Minnesota Lynx have an extraordinary coach in Cheryl Reeve, and there is a big skill she has that makes her teams tough to play against.

Follow live: Fever look to bounce back against Aces in Game 2
Stephanie White admits the Fever's season was shaped by something they can't control

The Indiana Fever often plays under an intense microscope, and that's been abundantly true for the team in 2026.

Napheesa Collier question looms large as Lynx try to overturn Liberty deficit

Tuesday could mark Collier's final game in Minnesota.

Two Paths, One Matchup: How the Liberty and Lynx Landed in the First Round 

When the WNBA playoffs come around every postseason and seeding takes form, there’s typically a simple story behind why each team landed where they did.  Finishing the regular season at the top of...

Wings’ Veronica Burton mistake takes on new meaning with first-round sweep looming

The Wings didn’t picture Veronica Burton as a leader for a No. 2 seed.

Angel Reese’s Game 1 shooting struggles bring up playoff-defining question

Angel Reese had an inefficient scoring game against the Mystics’ big front court.

Monday, September 28, 2026
Liberty coach not worried by Sabrina Ionescu’s playoff struggles: ‘We go as Sab goes’

The beauty in Ionescu’s game is her relentless belief that the next shot will go in, regardless of how the game went up to that point. 

If A'ja Wilson keeps this up, the Fever will be no match for the Aces

The Las Vegas Aces made quick work of the Indiana Fever Sunday, and stand to take down the team quickly Tuesday when they travel to Indiana.

The trap Liberty know is waiting as they try to close out Lynx

The Liberty’s mental fortitude and focus will be key to closing out the series. 

The Liberty could end the Lynx's playoffs run easily — even with shooting problems

The Liberty didn't shoot as well as they're capable of doing, but the team could very likely knock the Lynx out of the first round of playoffs this week.

The Valkyries' brand of basketball is as mental as it is physical

The Golden State Valkyries made easy work out of the Dallas Wings on Sunday night, delivering a devastating 104-80 blowout.

It took one playoff game for DeWanna Bonner to vindicate Dream move

DeWanna Bonner is already proving to be a critical piece in the Atlanta Dream's championship blueprint.

Cheryl Reeve says ROTY Olivia Miles is "figuring it out," but does she have time to?

The Minnesota Lynx are down a game after Sunday's WNBA playoffs matches, and counting on their rookie to help carry them to a win.

Valkyries played the perfect game, but their real test is yet to come

The Golden State Valkyries played a near-perfect game to open the 2026 WNBA playoffs, but their real test might come in the next round if they advance.

The top 30 players in the WNBA (And what they need to do in the playoffs)

An updated list of the top 30 players in the W.

Leonie Fiebich’s perfect shooting helped fuel Liberty’s stunning Game 1 upset: ‘She’s incredible’

Star's contributions can sometimes fly under the radar. 

Wings should take game-changing defensive lesson from blowout loss to Valkyries

The Wings were no match for the Valkyries in Game 1, but they can learn from it.

Lynx’s regular-season record offers reason for hope in do-or-die Game 2

The Lynx fave a daunting task with their season on the line on the road.

Sunday, September 27, 2026
Breanna Stewart making WNBA playoff history is no surprise — and gives Liberty reason to dream

Stewart put up a stat line in Game 1 of the best-of-three series that hasn’t been done in the WNBA playoffs: 34 points, 12 rebounds, six assists, two steals and two blocks. 

Liberty Stun No. 1 Lynx: Can They Finish The Upset? | Liberty Lately

The New York Liberty went into Minnesota and beat the top-seeded Lynx 91–75 in Game 1. On Liberty Lately, Dexter Henry and Madeline Kenney break down Stewie’s historic performance, the Liberty’s...

Liberty stun Lynx in Game 1, push No. 1 seed to early brink

Breanna Stewart put up 34 points and 12 rebounds to help the Liberty to a Game 1 upset of the No. 1-seeded Lynx.

Caitlin Clark's latest award is completely deserved

Caitlin Clark was named Comeback Player of the Year by the Associated Press Sunday, an award that perfectly sums up her 2025-to-2026 transition.

Liberty’s Breanna Stewart shocks Lynx with stats never before seen in the WNBA

Stewie went supernova on the top-seeded Lynx.

Liberty crush top-seeded Lynx in Game 1 stunner

It wouldn’t be right to say the Liberty “stole” this game. The Lynx all but handed it away. 

A'ja Wilson's big MVP boost came at exactly the right time

The Associated Press named A'ja Wilson Player of the Year Sunday, a huge indication she will be the WNBA's MVP.

Lauren Betts tweak could be Mystics' surprise answer to in-form Angel Reese

The Washington Mystics could turn to Lauren Betts as a solution to Angel Reese's recent impressive form.

WNBA playoffs 2026 predictions for every first-round series

Here’s a look at the first-round matchups in the WNBA playoffs.

WNBA's talent pool shows that the league should rename the MIP award

The WNBA should make some changes to the Most Improved Player award.

2026 WNBA playoffs: Your guide to Sunday's WNBA Game 1s

From the first tipoff to the final buzzer, we've got everything you need to know for Sunday's openers.

Napheesa Collier might be playing her final series for the Minnesota Lynx

The Minnesota Lynx enter the postseason as a shaky No. 1 seed. If they lose in the first round, it could be star Napheesa Collier's final playoff series with the team before she leaves in free agency.

One thing every WNBA playoff team must do to maximize its postseason chances

The playoffs are finally here.

Ty Harris injury suddenly puts the spotlight on Raven Johnson’s first WNBA playoffs

Raven Johnson could be pushed into a bigger role than expected in her first playoff series.

What channel is Lynx vs. Liberty on? Time, TV schedule, live stream to watch Game 1 of WNBA Playoffs series

The Lynx host the Liberty in Game 1 of the WNBA Playoff series. Here's how to watch the first round matchup with TV information and start time.

Saturday, September 26, 2026
Liberty brush off concerns over banged-up stars before playoffs

Stewart and Jones were “almost” full participants Saturday in the Liberty’s final tuneup ahead of the playoffs.

Breaking down Liberty-Lynx WNBA playoff matchup, plus a prediction

The Liberty have spent 44 games trying to figure themselves out. It was all meant to build toward the playoffs. That time has come. 

Liberty looking to make playoff ‘history’ after up-and-down regular season

The eighth-seeded Liberty are set to open a best-of-three series against the top-seeded Minnesota Lynx on Sunday and are looking to make "history."

Every WNBA playoffs team should pay attention to what Alex Sarama just said

Each team heading into the playoffs this season will want to bring fresh eyes and energy to the games, and the Portland Fire might have just given them a great tip for doing so.

2026 WNBA Playoffs Preview – Round 1: New York Liberty vs. Minnesota Lynx

Minnesota and New York will meet again in the WNBA postseason, the first since their electric 2024 Finals matchup. This series may be an opening matchup between the one seed Lynx and eighth seed...

The Fever-Aces playoffs match-up will be thrilling for a huge reason

The Indiana Fever and Las Vegas Aces will meet Sunday for the first game in the first round of WNBA playoffs.

Can Liberty Pull Off The Upset? | Liberty Lately

Can the New York Liberty knock off the top-seeded Minnesota Lynx? A rematch of the 2024 WNBA Finals opens a new postseason chapter and New York is looking to turn its No. 8 seed into an upset...

Gabby Williams deserves Defensive Player of the Year but won't win for a frustrating reason

Gabby Williams is the best defender in the WNBA and plays for the best defense, but the Golden State Valkyries are so good it will cost her the Defensive Player of the Year award.

Liberty have everything they need to snap streak of WNBA first-round sweeps

The Liberty are a dangerous No. Seed in the first round.

Friday, September 25, 2026
Liberty touting a psychological edge for Lynx rivalry playoff showdown

Since that game, it always seems as if the Liberty and Lynx bring out the best in one another.

A'ja Wilson and Kelsey Mitchell spearhead WNBA's CBA validation

A'ja Wilson and Kelsey Mitchell have made history with their sensational offensive campaigns, but the scoring leap the entire WNBA has taken should be noted.

Where to watch Lynx vs. Liberty series: Schedule, TV channels, times, scores for 2026 WNBA Playoffs

The Lynx face the Liberty in round one of the WNBA Playoffs. Here's how to watch the best=of-three matchup with TV channels and schedule information.

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