Today's results:
The Sun came from behind to edge the Storm, 79-78.
The Sky got revenge on the Sparks, 91-81.
The Wings held off the Liberty, 83-77.
The Mystics used a late run to defeat the Lynx, 86-79.
The Mercury ran away from the Dream, 77-68.
WNBA team news:
The Sky's depth will be tested by Jantel Lavender's absence.
WNBA player news:
Late-blooming rookies are making the most of their opportunities.
Is Jonquel Jones ready to step up for the Sun?
Catching up with Kia Nurse.
Stephanie Talbot has emerged as a full time contributor for Minnesota.
Sue Bird and Diana Taurasi weren't satisfied with USA Basketball's schedule, so they changed it.
College player news:
The speed of Arizona's Aari McDonald is a sight to behold for the school's track coach.
College coach news:
Jeff Walz will go to great lengths to get another shot with USA Basketball.
Jeff Mittie's contract at Kansas State has been extended through 2023-2024.
FAMU has removed the "interim" title and made Kevin Lynum their permanent head coach.
New Penn State coach Carolyn Kieger is energizing the program by changing the culture.
Friday, August 16, 2019
Thursday, August 15, 2019
Full game slate on tap tomorrow
No games today means five games tomorrow:
Storm at Sun
Sparks at Sky
Liberty at Wings
Mystics at Lynx
Dream at Mercury
WNBA team news:
The Sparks are eyeing improvement after Dallas snapped their five-game winning streak.
Liberty owner Joe Tsai is buying the Brooklyn Nets, and will take control of the Barclays Center. Does this mean the Liberty will have a new home?
Navigating Sky lineups without Jantel Lavender.
WNBA player news:
Jasmine Thomas discusses what the Sun must do for first place in the East.
The Mystics' two Belgian players defied the odds.
Aerial Powers is making the trade that brought her to DC look good.
A return to the point guard position has boosted Odyssey Sims' production for the Lynx.
Theresa Plaisance bid an emotional farewell to Dallas, nearly a week after she was traded.
Teaira McCowan is thriving in her rookie season.
How Arike Ogunbowale's 35-point outing cements her ROY case.
Bonus:
One-on-one with new commissioner Cathy Engelbert.
College team news:
Uncovering the mentally abusive culture at UC Riverside.
College coach news:
Dawn Staley podcast.
Previous evaluations of former Ohio State coach Patrick Klein hinted at no trouble before his resignation.
Afrobasket news:
Nigeria has qualified for the semifinals.
Natosha Cummings is Africa's first woman to coach a women's national basketball team.
Storm at Sun
Sparks at Sky
Liberty at Wings
Mystics at Lynx
Dream at Mercury
WNBA team news:
The Sparks are eyeing improvement after Dallas snapped their five-game winning streak.
Liberty owner Joe Tsai is buying the Brooklyn Nets, and will take control of the Barclays Center. Does this mean the Liberty will have a new home?
Navigating Sky lineups without Jantel Lavender.
WNBA player news:
Jasmine Thomas discusses what the Sun must do for first place in the East.
The Mystics' two Belgian players defied the odds.
Aerial Powers is making the trade that brought her to DC look good.
A return to the point guard position has boosted Odyssey Sims' production for the Lynx.
Theresa Plaisance bid an emotional farewell to Dallas, nearly a week after she was traded.
Teaira McCowan is thriving in her rookie season.
How Arike Ogunbowale's 35-point outing cements her ROY case.
Bonus:
One-on-one with new commissioner Cathy Engelbert.
College team news:
Uncovering the mentally abusive culture at UC Riverside.
College coach news:
Dawn Staley podcast.
Previous evaluations of former Ohio State coach Patrick Klein hinted at no trouble before his resignation.
Afrobasket news:
Nigeria has qualified for the semifinals.
Natosha Cummings is Africa's first woman to coach a women's national basketball team.
Wednesday, August 14, 2019
Mystics stay hot, Sparks upset and Sun rebound
Today's results:
The Mystics used a strong fourth quarter to rout the Storm, 88-59.
Rookie Arike Ogunbowale's career-high 35 points paced the Wings past the Sparks, 84-78. The loss ended LA's five-game win stretch.
Connecticut stepped on the gas to beat the Mercury, 78-71, and snap a two-game losing streak.
No games tomorrow
WNBA team news:
The Aces are sharing the spotlight and winning a lot.
Burning questions from the league.
WNBA player news:
Brittney Griner says the WNBA undervalues and underappreciates players.
Elena Delle Donne has taken her game to another level.
Seimone Augustus is playing a unique role on a youthful Lynx roster.
Liz Cambage is shining a light on mental health issues in the WNBA.
Shenise Johnson will have arthroscopic knee surgery and miss the rest of the season.
College player news:
Lashann Higgs will return to Texas after the NCAA approved her hardship waiver.
College coach news:
Arkansas coach Mike Neighbors talks about the team's progress over the summer.
Jennifer Leedham has been named associate head coach at St. Francis Brooklyn.
The Mystics used a strong fourth quarter to rout the Storm, 88-59.
Rookie Arike Ogunbowale's career-high 35 points paced the Wings past the Sparks, 84-78. The loss ended LA's five-game win stretch.
Connecticut stepped on the gas to beat the Mercury, 78-71, and snap a two-game losing streak.
No games tomorrow
WNBA team news:
The Aces are sharing the spotlight and winning a lot.
Burning questions from the league.
WNBA player news:
Brittney Griner says the WNBA undervalues and underappreciates players.
Elena Delle Donne has taken her game to another level.
Seimone Augustus is playing a unique role on a youthful Lynx roster.
Liz Cambage is shining a light on mental health issues in the WNBA.
Shenise Johnson will have arthroscopic knee surgery and miss the rest of the season.
College player news:
Lashann Higgs will return to Texas after the NCAA approved her hardship waiver.
College coach news:
Arkansas coach Mike Neighbors talks about the team's progress over the summer.
Jennifer Leedham has been named associate head coach at St. Francis Brooklyn.
Tuesday, August 13, 2019
Every game counts in large amounts
Today's results:
The Lynx handled the Liberty, 89-73.
The Aces held off the Dream, 94-90.
The Aces need just two wins to secure a playoff spot
Tomorrow's game schedule:
Storm at Mystics
Sparks at Wings
Sun at Mercury
WNBA team news:
The league's power rankings for the week.
WNBA player news:
Brittney Griner disagrees with her suspension length.
Griner's grievances raise some concerns about the league.
Griner purchased a block of 300 tickets for fans, for tomorrow's Mercury home game vs. Connecticut.
Jantel Lavender will have surgery to repair a broken foot incurred in Friday's game.
Sami Whitcomb soared when Jewell Loyd was on the bench.
How Glory Johnson balances life as a globetrotting mom.
Players feel like they're "finally getting somewhere."
WNBA coach news:
Dan Hughes is ready for an emotional game Sunday.
Bonus:
Mo'ne discusses her relationship with basketball.
The Lynx handled the Liberty, 89-73.
The Aces held off the Dream, 94-90.
The Aces need just two wins to secure a playoff spot
Tomorrow's game schedule:
Storm at Mystics
Sparks at Wings
Sun at Mercury
WNBA team news:
The league's power rankings for the week.
WNBA player news:
Brittney Griner disagrees with her suspension length.
Griner's grievances raise some concerns about the league.
Griner purchased a block of 300 tickets for fans, for tomorrow's Mercury home game vs. Connecticut.
Jantel Lavender will have surgery to repair a broken foot incurred in Friday's game.
Sami Whitcomb soared when Jewell Loyd was on the bench.
How Glory Johnson balances life as a globetrotting mom.
Players feel like they're "finally getting somewhere."
WNBA coach news:
Dan Hughes is ready for an emotional game Sunday.
Bonus:
Mo'ne discusses her relationship with basketball.
Player suspensions for Saturday altercation announced
From the league a short time ago:
NEW YORK, Aug. 13, 2019 – Phoenix Mercury center Brittney Griner and Dallas Wings forwards Kristine Anigwe and Kayla Thornton have been suspended for their involvement in an altercation during Saturday’s game at Talking Stick Resort Arena, it was announced today by Bethany Donaphin, Head of WNBA League Operations. The incident occurred with 6:25 remaining in the fourth quarter of the Wings’ 80-77 victory over the Mercury.
Griner received a three-game suspension for throwing punches, escalating the incident, and pushing Thornton’s face with an open hand.
Anigwe was suspended for two games for instigating the initial altercation and for taking an open-handed swing at Griner. Thornton also received a two-game suspension for her role in escalating the altercation.
Griner will begin serving her suspension on Wednesday (Aug. 14) when Phoenix hosts the Connecticut Sun. Anigwe will begin serving her suspension on Wednesday (Aug. 14) when Dallas hosts the Los Angeles Sparks. Thornton will serve her suspension starting on Wednesday (Aug. 14).
As part of the same incident, Phoenix guard Diana Taurasi and Dallas forward Kaela Davis will be suspended one game plus a $500 fine for leaving the bench area during the altercation and directly engaging with the opposing team. Taurasi is currently injured and will serve her suspension during the first game after she is medically cleared to play. Davis will not serve her suspension until Sunday (August 18) when Dallas visits Connecticut due to existing injuries to Tayler Hill and Azura Stevens and the rule requiring teams to have a minimum of eight players dressed for all games. Additionally, Phoenix forward DeWanna Bonner was fined $500 for escalating the incident.
NEW YORK, Aug. 13, 2019 – Phoenix Mercury center Brittney Griner and Dallas Wings forwards Kristine Anigwe and Kayla Thornton have been suspended for their involvement in an altercation during Saturday’s game at Talking Stick Resort Arena, it was announced today by Bethany Donaphin, Head of WNBA League Operations. The incident occurred with 6:25 remaining in the fourth quarter of the Wings’ 80-77 victory over the Mercury.
Griner received a three-game suspension for throwing punches, escalating the incident, and pushing Thornton’s face with an open hand.
Anigwe was suspended for two games for instigating the initial altercation and for taking an open-handed swing at Griner. Thornton also received a two-game suspension for her role in escalating the altercation.
Griner will begin serving her suspension on Wednesday (Aug. 14) when Phoenix hosts the Connecticut Sun. Anigwe will begin serving her suspension on Wednesday (Aug. 14) when Dallas hosts the Los Angeles Sparks. Thornton will serve her suspension starting on Wednesday (Aug. 14).
As part of the same incident, Phoenix guard Diana Taurasi and Dallas forward Kaela Davis will be suspended one game plus a $500 fine for leaving the bench area during the altercation and directly engaging with the opposing team. Taurasi is currently injured and will serve her suspension during the first game after she is medically cleared to play. Davis will not serve her suspension until Sunday (August 18) when Dallas visits Connecticut due to existing injuries to Tayler Hill and Azura Stevens and the rule requiring teams to have a minimum of eight players dressed for all games. Additionally, Phoenix forward DeWanna Bonner was fined $500 for escalating the incident.
Monday, August 12, 2019
A merciful pause
Tomorrow's game schedule:
Lynx at Liberty
Three things to watch as the Aces host the Dream.
WNBA team news:
With suspensions looming, the Wings will accept any punishment and move on.
How Seattle's defense continues to lead it to wins.
The Fever are still riding the wave of Erica Wheeler's All-Star game performance.
The Liberty praised Barclays Center and Brooklyn in their return yesterday.
CBS Sports power rankings for the week.
WNBA player news:
Brittney Griner says the league's response to Saturday night's incident could determine her future in the league. Plenty of candid talk in this fascinating piece.
Alysha Clark is raising money for Seattle Children's Hospital's dialysis unit.
Sky forward Jantel Lavender's return is still unknown.
Jackie Young's understated rookie season.
Low pay is still a sore point for many players.
Elena Delle Donne and Nneka Ogwumike are the Eastern and Western Conference players of the week.
WNBA bonus:
Swin Cash is confident the WNBA can continue to grow in popularity.
College player news:
Baylor has dismissed sophomore guard Honesty Scott-Grayson for violating team rules.
College coach news:
North Carolina A&T coach Tarell Robinson has signed a one-year contract extension.
Central Michigan has hired Mark Simons as an assistant coach.
Why Niele Ivey is leaving for the NBA.
College bonus:
For the first time, the University of Idaho has a female athletic director.
USA Basketball news:
The 1996 U.S. Olympic team, Anne Donovan and Lisa Leslie are all finalists for the USA Basketball and Paralympic Hall of Fame class of 2019.
Force 10 has become the first two-time champions of USA Basketball's 3X3 qualifiers.
Lynx at Liberty
Three things to watch as the Aces host the Dream.
WNBA team news:
With suspensions looming, the Wings will accept any punishment and move on.
How Seattle's defense continues to lead it to wins.
The Fever are still riding the wave of Erica Wheeler's All-Star game performance.
The Liberty praised Barclays Center and Brooklyn in their return yesterday.
CBS Sports power rankings for the week.
WNBA player news:
Brittney Griner says the league's response to Saturday night's incident could determine her future in the league. Plenty of candid talk in this fascinating piece.
Alysha Clark is raising money for Seattle Children's Hospital's dialysis unit.
Sky forward Jantel Lavender's return is still unknown.
Jackie Young's understated rookie season.
Low pay is still a sore point for many players.
Elena Delle Donne and Nneka Ogwumike are the Eastern and Western Conference players of the week.
WNBA bonus:
Swin Cash is confident the WNBA can continue to grow in popularity.
College player news:
Baylor has dismissed sophomore guard Honesty Scott-Grayson for violating team rules.
College coach news:
North Carolina A&T coach Tarell Robinson has signed a one-year contract extension.
Central Michigan has hired Mark Simons as an assistant coach.
Why Niele Ivey is leaving for the NBA.
College bonus:
For the first time, the University of Idaho has a female athletic director.
USA Basketball news:
The 1996 U.S. Olympic team, Anne Donovan and Lisa Leslie are all finalists for the USA Basketball and Paralympic Hall of Fame class of 2019.
Force 10 has become the first two-time champions of USA Basketball's 3X3 qualifiers.
Sunday, August 11, 2019
As the basketball world churns
Lots and lots of churning and turning........too much
Today's results:
The Storm gathered steam in Brooklyn and beat the Liberty, 84-69.
The Mystics cruised to a 101-78 win over the Lynx.
The Sparks rallied from 16 down to top the Sky, 84-81.
The Aces held off the Sun, 89-81.
About last night:
The WNBA is looking into the ejections that occurred last night in the Dallas-Phoenix game.
WNBA player news:
Liz Cambage talks about her battle with depression.
Nneka Ogwumike leads the Sparks with MVP-caliber play.
Sue Bird talks about the injuries that are plaguing the league.
Seimone Augustus is "unbelievable" in the way she gives of herself.
No WNBA player is more excited about being included in NBA2K than Aerial Powers.
Alexis Jones is thriving in LA.
College team news:
Team chemistry is a priority as Tennessee travels Europe with a completely new staff.
Syracuse's transition game is already underway.
College coach news:
Adia Barnes' secret weapon surprises those around basketball.
Today's results:
The Storm gathered steam in Brooklyn and beat the Liberty, 84-69.
The Mystics cruised to a 101-78 win over the Lynx.
The Sparks rallied from 16 down to top the Sky, 84-81.
The Aces held off the Sun, 89-81.
About last night:
The WNBA is looking into the ejections that occurred last night in the Dallas-Phoenix game.
WNBA player news:
Liz Cambage talks about her battle with depression.
Nneka Ogwumike leads the Sparks with MVP-caliber play.
Sue Bird talks about the injuries that are plaguing the league.
Seimone Augustus is "unbelievable" in the way she gives of herself.
No WNBA player is more excited about being included in NBA2K than Aerial Powers.
Alexis Jones is thriving in LA.
College team news:
Team chemistry is a priority as Tennessee travels Europe with a completely new staff.
Syracuse's transition game is already underway.
College coach news:
Adia Barnes' secret weapon surprises those around basketball.
Saturday, August 10, 2019
Some turbulence
Today's results:
The Fever edged the Dream, 87-82. It's the ninth straight loss for Atlanta.
The Wings held on to stop the Mercury, 80-77. But......
Brittney Griner and five others were ejected for fighting in the fourth quarter.
Tomorrow's game schedule:
Storm at Liberty
Lynx at Mystics
Sky at Sparks
Sun at Aces
WNBA player news:
Candace Parker honored Pat Summitt at Thursday's game.
Sugar Rodgers is eager to be included in NBA2K.
What will new Sun center Theresa Plaisance bring on and off the court?
Pan American Games news:
Brazil defeated the U.S., 79-73, to claim the gold medal.
NCAA news:
The NCAA will pursue a two-site regional for the 2023 Tournament.
Bonus:
Three former UConn standouts are sharing their basketball and life experiences at the Jr. NBA Global Championships.
Behind-the-scenes look at shooting the new NBA2K.
The Fever edged the Dream, 87-82. It's the ninth straight loss for Atlanta.
The Wings held on to stop the Mercury, 80-77. But......
Brittney Griner and five others were ejected for fighting in the fourth quarter.
Tomorrow's game schedule:
Storm at Liberty
Lynx at Mystics
Sky at Sparks
Sun at Aces
WNBA player news:
Candace Parker honored Pat Summitt at Thursday's game.
Sugar Rodgers is eager to be included in NBA2K.
What will new Sun center Theresa Plaisance bring on and off the court?
Pan American Games news:
Brazil defeated the U.S., 79-73, to claim the gold medal.
NCAA news:
The NCAA will pursue a two-site regional for the 2023 Tournament.
Bonus:
Three former UConn standouts are sharing their basketball and life experiences at the Jr. NBA Global Championships.
Behind-the-scenes look at shooting the new NBA2K.
Friday, August 9, 2019
Some indicators
Today's results:
The Lynx ended the Sun's eight-game winning streak with an 89-57 thrashing.
The Sky held off the Aces, 87-84.
Connecticut's loss shows no team is a guarantee this year.
Chicago's ability to close out tight games of late spells trouble for other teams.
Tomorrow's game schedule:
Dream at Fever
Wings at Mercury
WNBA team news:
The power of three-point shooting for the league's championship contenders.
The Mystics showed new offensive firepower last night.
The Liberty are looking for strong guard play.
WNBA player news:
Easygoing Emma Meesseman is embracing her new role with the Mystics.
Kahleah Copper would like to stay with Chicago for the long haul.
Courtney Williams is providing spark and style for the Sun.
Bonus:
Sheryl Swoopes sees growth and room for improvement in the WNBA.
The league has craved mainstream attention and might be turning a corner this season.
College team news:
New-look Tennessee made a good first impression in their first game in Europe.
College coach news:
Texas has named Terry Nooner an assistant coach.
Pan American Games news:
The U.S. edged Puerto Rico, 62-59, to advance to the gold medal game.
High school news:
One team's journey through the early Title IX years.
Samantha Prahalis won't return as Ward Melville High School's basketball coach this year.
The Lynx ended the Sun's eight-game winning streak with an 89-57 thrashing.
The Sky held off the Aces, 87-84.
Connecticut's loss shows no team is a guarantee this year.
Chicago's ability to close out tight games of late spells trouble for other teams.
Tomorrow's game schedule:
Dream at Fever
Wings at Mercury
WNBA team news:
The power of three-point shooting for the league's championship contenders.
The Mystics showed new offensive firepower last night.
The Liberty are looking for strong guard play.
WNBA player news:
Easygoing Emma Meesseman is embracing her new role with the Mystics.
Kahleah Copper would like to stay with Chicago for the long haul.
Courtney Williams is providing spark and style for the Sun.
Bonus:
Sheryl Swoopes sees growth and room for improvement in the WNBA.
The league has craved mainstream attention and might be turning a corner this season.
College team news:
New-look Tennessee made a good first impression in their first game in Europe.
College coach news:
Texas has named Terry Nooner an assistant coach.
Pan American Games news:
The U.S. edged Puerto Rico, 62-59, to advance to the gold medal game.
High school news:
One team's journey through the early Title IX years.
Samantha Prahalis won't return as Ward Melville High School's basketball coach this year.
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