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Friday, September 18, 2026
Rejuvenated Liberty beat down Lynx in post-FIBA break playoff push

If you asked Cheryl Reeve and others in the playoff field, they’ll tell you the postseason began after the FIBA Women’s World Cup break.

Sydney Taylor's praise could save Tyler Marsh's job with the Sky

Sydney Taylor's comments could be the saving grace that Tyler Marsh needs to retain his job with the Chicago Sky next season.

Angel Reese's season peak couldn't happen at a better time for the Dream

Angel Reese is on a roll right now, and the timing couldn't be better for the Atlanta Dream.

Shakira Austin’s franchise record further validates Mystics’ offseason choices

Shakira Austin set a new franchise record for points scored in a single season.

Wings’ looming point guard question threatens toup playoff pressure on Paige Bueckers

The Wings might be dealing with another injury right before the playoffs.

Rhyne Howard’s WNBA 3-point record declaration is bold but completely realistic 

Rhyne Howard broke the WNBA’s single-season 3-point record and promised more broken record.

Thursday, September 17, 2026
Liberty veteran Marine Johannes says FIBA World Cup loss still on her mind

There was still a sting in Marine Johannes’ voice when she discussed turning the page from the FIBA World Cup back to the Liberty season.

Breanna Stewart brings World Cup MVP momentum back to Liberty for playoff push

After winning FIBA World Cup MVP, Breanna Stewart returns to the Liberty for a crucial four-game stretch to secure WNBA playoff seeding.

Caitlin Clark will finally get a real shot at a major WNBA feat

Caitlin Clark is getting her first real shot at the WNBA Playoffs this year as she leads the Indiana Fever as far as the team can go.

Aari McDonald is getting another playoffs shot at the perfect time

Aari McDonald has joined the Minnesota Lynx for the rest of the season, and should see court time during the team's playoffs run.

The WNBA did the Aces a massive favor with their final four regular-season games

The Aces dodged a bullet with a relatively easy schedule before the playoffs.

3 Bold predictions for Olivia Miles’s first WNBA playoff appearance with the Lynx

Expectations for Olivia Miles’s first playoff run are high.

Caitlin Clark faces an unfair playoff reality that piles pressure on Fever

Caitlin Clark must find a way to carry the Indiana Fever deep into the playoffs this season.

Get Tempo vs. Liberty tickets: What to know about prices to final 2026 WNBA game in Toronto

The Tempo host the Liberty in its home finale of the season. Here's how to get tickets to the WNBA game in Toronto.

Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Liberty sign Anneli Maley to full-season contract as injury replacement: ‘I’ve been promoted’

Anneli Maley thought her time with the Liberty was over. Eventually, she listened to the message again and realized it was quite the opposite.

Liberty won’t be making execuses as important stretch run kicks into gear

With more players competing in the tournament than any other WNBA team, the Liberty could have plenty of reasons for a sluggish return later this week.

Natasha Howard is reintroducing herself at exactly the right time

Minnesota Lynx veteran Natasha Howard's new memoir covers her childhood and her career in the WNBA.

Olivia Miles should receive rookie honor Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers were denied

Olivia Miles could snap a recent Rookie of the Year trend this year.

Napheesa Collier’s FIBA World Cup plan seems to have worked out perfectly

Cheryl Reeve was pleased with what she saw from Napheesa Collier after she returned from Berlin.

Storm's exciting project is set to take another step in the right direction

The Seattle Storm might be struggling with their league form, but they are trending in the right direction for the future.

Atlanta Dream have the perfect catalyst for a championship push

The Atlanta Dream have the perfect launch pad for a WNBA championship run.

Tuesday, September 15, 2026
The WNBA is finally returning to action — with three huge storylines

Did the break cool the outrage machine? Or did it simply recharge the battery? 

The Indiana Fever face a tough playoffs fight no matter what happens

The Indiana Fever are in the WNBA playoffs but still vying for their final seeding spot, and that race is going to be at tough one for the team.

World Cup outcome could spell trouble for Gabby Williams’ WNBA playoff opponents

Gabby Williams and the French national team endured a heartbreaking World Cup loss.

Fire found the perfect answer to their biggest Iyana Martin question at the World Cup

The Portland Fire got to watch their first-round pick play in the World Cup.

Monday, September 14, 2026
Breanna Stewart and Liberty face dangerous slide in WNBA playoff standings

Breanna Stewart returns as a World Cup MVP, but the Liberty must navigate Minnesota and two games against Atlanta to avoid a dangerous playoff slide.

Angel Reese is the biggest winner of Team USA’s FIBA World Cup victory

Angel Reese might have been the biggest winner of the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup through her work on the court, which boosted her reputation off the court.

Breanna Stewart’s World Cup MVP reminded everyone of vets’ real value to Team USA

Breanna Stewart led a group of very impactful Team USA vets as they won yet another gold medal.

Angel Reese finishes World Cup as Team USA leader in unexpected stat

Angel Reese made an impact with Team USA and continued her trend of eliminating her biggest weakness.

World Cup win vs. France eased biggest Team USA concern—for now

Team USA won anther gold medal, continuing its dominant run.

Sunday, September 13, 2026
Breanna Stewart-led rally sends US past France for fifth-straight FIBA World Cup title

Stewart helped ensure Team USA remains the gold standard.

It’s time to crown Breanna Stewart Captain America after ensuring Team USA remains gold standard

Breanna Stewart is a rare triple threat. 

Kara Lawson's World Cup starting lineup decision works

Team USA's head coach Kara Lawson has come under fire for not starting newcomers to the World Cup, but she's more than proven she was right.

A lot more than a World Cup is at risk in today's USA-France game

The US and France will face off in the World Cup Finals today in a game that could have extensive consequences on the international stage.

Saturday, September 12, 2026
Breanna Stewart leads the way as Team USA heads to FIBA Women’s World Cup gold medal game

The U.S. women’s basketball team is headed back to the FIBA Women’s World Cup gold medal game. 

Friday, September 11, 2026
Lakers ‘strengthen’ basketball operations foundation with major hires

The Lakers’ front office makeover continued on Friday.  The team announced it hired Keith D’Amelio as the franchise’s director of integrated performance systems, in addition to making the...

Marine Johannes holds key to fixing Liberty's glaring Sabrina Ionescu problem

The New York Liberty may already have the perfect solution to Sabrina Ionescu’s dip in form: Marine Johannes.

What the WNBA’s World Cup break looks like for Liberty players who stayed behind

The Liberty sent a league-high seven players to Berlin. But for the other seven players, they were able to get a break.

Thursday, September 10, 2026
Valkyries’ hidden gem has one more question to answer after impressive World Cup

A standout from the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup could be the hidden gem who could help out the Golden State Valkyries and make waves in the WNBA.

Angel Reese-Caitlin Clark connection could reach well beyond this World Cup

Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark have been an effective pairing for Team USA.

Wednesday, September 9, 2026
Wings face frustrating Alanna Smith setback at worst possible time

Alanna Smith could be set to cause the Dallas Wings a major headache as the postseason approaches.

Cathy Engelbert's replacement is (probably) already waiting in the wings

The WNBA's Commissioner will retire at the end of 2026, and there are plenty of candidates who could replace her.

The biggest threat France poses to Team USA isn't talent

Many are expecting a showdown between the Americans and France at the FIBA World Cup, and Team USA will have to pay attention to a crucial French factor.

Team USA’s roster construction is becoming more difficult to maintain

Other national teams have the talent to keep up and a advantage in experience and team chemistry.

Caitlin Clark’s Team USA future should already be crystal clear after three games

Caitlin Clark’s first World Cup is off to a pretty good start despite a rough game against Italy.

Tuesday, September 8, 2026
One reason why each WNBA playoff team can be a dangerous first-round opponent

While the FIBA World Cup is in full swing, the WNBA playoffs are also approaching.

Tempo must come to strategic Kiki Rice realization sooner rather than later

The Toronto Tempo have been fun to watch in their debut WNBA season, but it's time for a more sustainable vision built around Kiki Rice.

Liberty’s big three have one last chance to prove that they deserve another shot

If the Liberty suffer another early playoff exit, they may have t consider some big changes.

Lynx could lose Napheesa Collier over daunting challenge they have failed before

The Lynx have been at the top of the standings before and fell short of winning a championship.

Monday, September 7, 2026
Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese showed off their chemistry in Team USA's win over Czechia

The two young stars helped Team USA polish off a dominant win.

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