Vandersloot breaks WNBA assists record

Today's results:

In the Sky's 100-77 rout of the Fever, Courtney Vandersloot dished a WNBA single-game record 18 assists. She broke Ticha Penicheiro's 18-year old mark of 16.

The Lynx snapped the Sparks' nine-game winning streak with a decisive 96-78 win.

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Sun vs. Liberty

Fever vs. Dream

Mercury vs. Aces

WNBA team news:

The Mystics need to do some soul searching on the court.

The Mercury are seeking a season sweep of the Aces.

ESPN's power rankings for the week.

CBS Sports power rankings.

Playoff picture preview.

What we learned from week five in the WNBA.

The league's fight against racial injustice goes way back.

WNBA player news:

Sue Bird speaks.

Bria Hartley is out for the season with a torn ACL.

Hartley found the right fit with the Mercury.

Which former role players have broken out this season.

Several rookies are on the rise league-wide.

Sparks midseason awards.

Breanna Stewart and Alyssa Thomas are the Western and Eastern Conference players of the week.

College news:

The NCAA has applied for a trademark for the phrase, "battle in the bubble."

In the summer of college athlete empowerment, what was gained?

College player news:

Patriot League players are demanding their rights.

College coach news:

Oklahoma coach Sherri Coale has apologized after former players called the program racially insensitive.

Dawn Staley has found her purpose.

Staley was attacked recently for her condemnation of the Jacob Blake shooting.

Muffet McGraw wants to see more women in leadership roles.

Another clinch

Today's results:

DeWanna Bonner's double-double paced the Sun past the Mystics, 76-63.

The Mercury held off the Lynx, 83-79.

The Sparks clinched a playoff spot as they escaped the Dream, 84-79, to nab a playoff spot.

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Sky vs. Fever

Sparks vs. Lynx

WNBA player news:

Bria Hartley is out for the season with a knee injury.

Q&A with Crystal Dangerfield.

College player news:

Mississippi State player Andra Espinoza-Hunter has opted out of the upcoming season.

Storm and Aces grab first two playoff spots

Today's results:

The Aces cruised by the Liberty, 80-63.

The Storm downed the short-handed Sky, 88-74.

The Wings held off the Fever, 82-78.

The Storm and Aces clinched the first two playoff spots with their wins today.

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Sun vs. Mystics

Mercury vs. Lynx

Dream vs. Sparks

WNBA news:

WNBA and NBA players have strong bonds.

How politics changed Kelly Loeffler from hoops junkie to WNBA villain.

WNBA player news:

Courtney Vandersloot makes a convincing argument for MVP.

Why does the WNBA say her name? Ask Angel McCoughtry.

Candace Parker speaks out about the importance of equality in her hew Adidas video.

Nneka Ogwumike finds strength in leading the player's union.

Brianna Turner confronts bubble life and social reform.

Azura Stevens and Diamond DeShields left the bubble this morning. Stevens has a knee injury and is out for the season, and DeShields left for personal reasons.

Odyssey Sims is becoming a bigger part of the Lynx rotation.

Former Irish players are thriving in the WNBA.

WNBA coach news:

Mike Thibault explains the bullet hole shirts: sometimes the shock value is needed.

College team news:

Notre Dame is attempting to return tall lineups.

College player news:

If there's a season for UConn, Olivia Nelson-Ododa aims to raise her game.

College coach news:

Oregon coach Kelly Graves is embracing the possibility of playing a Pac-12-only schedule.

Back to business

Today's results:

Rookie Crystal Dangerfield once again lead the Lynx - with 23 points - in their 88-79 win over the Dream.

The Sparks came from behind to beat the Sun, 80-76, behind a season-high 27 points from Chelsea Gray.

The Mercury routed the Mystics, 94-72.

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Liberty vs. Aces

Storm vs. Sky

Wings vs. Fever

WNBA news:

The WNBA deserves your full attention right now.

The WNBA made the NBA strike possible.

The push for change continued today as players returned to the court.

WNBA team news:

The Sky traded Jantel Lavender to the Fever for Stephanie Mavunga.

The Lynx returned to the court tonight, but thoughts of the week remain.

WNBA player news:

Nneka Ogwumike is a union president for the people.

Q&A with Elizabeth Williams.

Renee Montgomery talks to CNN.

Seattle sports stars, including Storm players, refuse to stick to sports.

Chennedy Carter shines brightest when the lights are on.

Kristine Anigwe's role on the Sparks is to stay ready.

Former UConn stars reflect on an emotional week.

How the Olympics changed the life of Congolese legend Mwadi Mabika.

WNBA coach news:

As the Storm dominate, coach Dan Hughes can only watch from afar.

Cheryl Reeve wants to see more of a diversity of people in positions of power.

College team news:

Kansas basketball organized a march and rally against social injustice and racism.

College player news:

Q&A with new Texas post Lauren Ebo.

College coach news:

Lindsay Whalen's last challenge is to be a successful college coach.

A former player is criticizing Oklahoma coach Sherri Coale for not protesting.

Games called off for a second day

WNBA news:

Players joined together for a candlelight vigil after last night's canceled games.

The WNBA postponed today's three games, and are taking a day of reflection.

They plan to resume the season tomorrow with a renewed commitment to social justice.

The Storm joined the protest and aren't playing tonight.

The Lynx say the fight is worth fighting.

Commissioner Cathy Engelbert thinks players can have a strong platform and still play basketball.

WNBA team news:

The Aces have adjusted to the loss of two starters and are near the top of the league standings.

WNBA player news:

Satou Sabally is the WNBA's unicorn.

Renee Montgomery: people will remember the day players protested.

College conference news:

The Pac-12 may move up the start of its college basketball season to align with the NCAA.

College coach news:

Kara Lawson is focused on relationships as Duke's new coach.

Roman Tubner is a new assistant coach at Ball State.

High school news:

Paige Bueckers is the Gatorade high school athlete of the year.

Players strike in protest

The WNBA opted not to play its games today in protest of the shooting of Jacob Blake in Wisconsin.

WNBA team news:

Despite a slow start, the Sun have their sights set on the playoffs.

The WNBA gives teams a taste of home inside the bubble.

CBS Sports power rankings.

WNBA player news:

How Candace Parker balances the WNBA and NBA bubbles.

Parker: "We don't need men to save us."

Kahleah Copper is becoming a star in the bubble.

Breanna Stewart talks Achilles recovery with Kelsey Plum.

Natasha Cloud talks about fighting for social justice.

The Mystics are confident Tina Charles will be back next season.

College team news:

South Carolina faces a season like no other.

College player news:

Three UConn juniors are ready to shoulder the leadership role for UConn.

Kate Cain leads by example in earning her degree from Nebraska in three years.

Oklahoma State's Vivian Gray has entered the transfer portal.

College coach news:

Felisha Legette-Jack makes an impassioned plea for justice.

Duke coach Kara Lawson isn't sure if a college bubble is feasible.

Niagara coach Jamesia Smith has quit and filed a human rights complaint against the University.

Nikki West has returned to NC State as an assistant coach.

Breanna Workman is a new assistant coach at Northern Colorado.

The plots thicken

Today's results:

The Liberty slipped past the Sky, 101-99, to snap a seven-game losing streak.

The Aces edged the Wings, 96-92, for their third straight win.

The Storm put away the Fever, 87-74.

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Mystics vs. Dream

Sparks vs. Lynx

Sun vs. Mercury

WNBA team news:

The Sun are ready to scratch and claw for a playoff spot.

The league's power rankings for the week.

WNBA player news:

Tomorrow's Mercury-Sun clash will be the first time DeWanna Bonner has gone against her former team.

Candace Parker has cupcakes made to raise voter awareness.

Blake Dietrick's journey from lacrosse to the WNBA.

Katie Lou Samuelson and Crystal Dangerfield have acclimated to the bubble.

Despite missing the season, Erica Wheeler is staying involved.

College team news:

How Ole Miss is adjusting to the new normal.

College coach news:

Kara Lawson took many twists and turns on her way to becoming Duke's head coach.

Week five: let's get it

WNBA team news:

ESPN's power rankings and the keys for each team in the second half of the season.

WNBA player news:

Renee Montgomery podcast.

Allisha Gray is a gamer in every way.

Moriah Jefferson and Isabel Harrison are out for the season with injuries.

The Dream waived Alexis Jones and signed Kaela Davis.

What more does Courtney Vandersloot need to do to get your MVP vote?

Vandersloot and Candace Parker are the Eastern and Western Conference players of the week.

WNBA coach news:

Fever coach Marianne Stanley said her comments about disrespect weren't directed at the Storm.

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Liberty vs. Sky

Aces vs. Wings

Fever vs. Storm

NCAA news:

The NCAA is currently exploring four potential start dates for this college basketball season, and three are in November while the last is in December.

College program news:

NC State has paused all athletic activities after 27 positive COVID-19 cases within the athletic department.

College team news:

Meet the UConn freshmen.

Can UC Davis be deeper this season?

Tight game Sunday

Today's results:

The Dream ended a 10-game losing streak with a 78-75 win over the Lynx. Betnijah Laney and Monique Billings lead with double-doubles.

The Sparks slipped by the Wings, 84-81, for their seventh consecutive victory.

The Mercury survived the Mystics, 88-87.

No games tomorrow! Everyone gets a well-deserved day off.

WNBA team news:

Indiana Fever notes.

WNBA player news:

Ruthy Hebard is fostering new friendships in the WNBA.

NCAA news:

Can a bubble save college basketball?

Big East AD's are mulling college bubble scenarios.

College player news:

Arkansas combo guard Ava Sciolla - a coach's daughter - has bonded with coach Mike Neighbors.

Season drama continuing

Today's results:

The Aces stopped the Storm, 82-74.

The Sky beat the Fever, 87-76, without Diamond DeShields or Azura Stevens.

The Sun ran past the Liberty, 82-65.

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Dream vs. Lynx

Wings vs. Sparks

Mercury vs. Mystics

WNBA team news:

With rematches and an off day ahead, the Storm aren't panicking after their second straight loss.

WNBA player news:

The Liberty finally provided an update on Sabrina Ionescu's ankle: she won't need surgery, and is expected to fully recover.

Ionescu vows that her return will be "scary."

Brittney Griner has left the bubble for personal reasons.

Candace Parker is emerging as a candidate for top defensive player of the year, and the Sparks are here for it.

Courtney Vandersloot is having another MVP-caliber season.

Kahleah Copper is shining in her starting role this year.

DeWanna Bonner talks about her new team, playing the game and family.

Bridget Carleton is staying ready for the Lynx.

WNBA coach news:

Cheryl Reeve wants the Lynx to let it fly from deep.

College team news:

Abilene Christian has adapted their offseason training during the pandemic.

College coach news:

Schedule uncertainty is weighing on SIU coach Cindy Stein and her team.

Overtime night

There hadn't been any overtime games yet this season, but tonight there were two, back-to-back

Today's results:

The Sparks needed an OT to beat the Dream, 93-85.

The Wings held off the Mystics in OT, 101-92.

The Lynx downed the Mercury, 90-80.

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Storm vs. Aces

Fever vs. Sky

Liberty vs. Sun

WNBA team news:

The Aces meet the league-leading Storm tomorrow.

It could be a finals preview.....here's how Seattle and Las Vegas got to the top.

Can anyone calm the Storm?

The Lynx are showing toughness and resiliency despite relying on young players.

New Mystics additions have revitalized the team.

Midseason check in.

WNBA player news:

Bria Hartley has shown her worth this season.

Erica Wheeler is not expected to join the Fever this season, and the organization has signed Kamiah Smalls.

Sophomore roll call.

Satou Sabally talks about internal conflict and using her platform.

College player news:

The work has begun for Paige Bueckers.

College coach news:

South Carolina coach Dawn Staley is part of the newly-created Southeastern Conference Council on Racial Equity and Social Justice.

Storm finally lose one

Today's results:

The Fever snapped the Storm's nine-game winning streak, 90-84. Kennedy Burke had a career-high 23 points for Indiana and Jewell Loyd, a career-high 35 for Seattle.

The Sky vaulted past the Liberty, 101-85, on the strength of 25 Azura Stevens points.

The Aces ran post the Sun, 99-78.

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Sparks vs. Dream

Mystics vs. Wings

Lynx vs. Mercury

WNBA team news:

The Mercury will face their nemesis, the Lynx, tomorrow in trying to end a slump.

The Sparks are still learning how to play complete games.

WNBA player news:

Sue Bird on the "stick to sports" mantra.

Bird is treating this season as a defense of the Storm's 2018 title.

Bird and partner Megan Rapinoe on the political athlete, defying age and experiencing the bubble together.

The Indiana Fever expect a decision on Erica Wheeler soon.

The oral history of "the microwave" Riquna Williams.

Aerial Powers is likely out for the season with a hamstring injury.

The Mystics needed a new on-court leader, and Ariel Atkins answered the call.

Rookie Sabrina Ionescu appears to be rehabbing her ankle with Kobe Bryant's family.

Breanna Stewart leads a crowded race for MVP.

Elena Delle Donne is watching the Mystics from afar.

Midseason MVP candidates.

The top 25 players this season.

College team news:

Texas A&M returns a loaded roster this season.

College coach news:

Mending relationships is the first task for new Texas Tech coach Krista Gerlich.

Denver coach Doshia Woods has hired her assistants.

Mystics snap losing streak; Parker notches 5,500

Today's results:

Newly-signed rookie Stella Johnson helped the Mystics bust a seven-game losing streak with 25 points, as Washington took down the Dream, 98-91.

The Lynx came from behind to top the Wings, 91-84.

The Sparks staved off a Mercury comeback, 83-74, and Candace Parker surpassed 5,500 career points in the process.

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Sky vs. Liberty

Storm vs. Fever

Sun vs. Aces

WNBA news:

The WNBA's voting initiatives continue the work of the 19th Amendment a century later.

The league and Facebook's Oculus will stream 20-regular season games, beginning tonight.

Decades after Air Swoopes, it's time for a new signature shoe.

WNBA team news:

The Storm's red-hot three-point shooting has been the catalyst for their record start.

The Aces like the idea of Liz Cambage playing in Australia this winter.

Defense fuels offense for the Sun.

The Mystics signed Jacki Gemelos and the Mercury signed Shey Peddy.

WNBA player news:

Kelsey Mitchell is the Fever's MVP for the first half of the season.

Brionna Jones continues to impress for the Sun.

Kia Nurse is using old and new methods to deal with the bubble blues.

Leilani Mitchell is coming to grips with life in the bubble.

Gemelos is the star who never got to shine.

WNBA coach news:

Las Vegas coach Bill Laimbeer finally got a haircut and a shave today.

College conference news:

Big East women's basketball will wear a Black Lives Matter patch on their uniforms for the upcoming season.

College player news:

SMU transfer Johnasia Cash has landed at Penn State.

College coach news:

Oregon coach Kelly Graves said the Ducks' recruiting efforts are hurt by pandemic restrictions.

Tennessee State's new head coach is Ty Evans, a former assistant at Auburn.

Big things still poppin'

Today's results:

The Sun took care of the Fever, 84-62, on the strength of DeWanna Bonner's 28 points.

The Sky held on to edge the Aces, 84-82, in another down-to-the-wire classic. Love it when those two teams go at it.

The Storm rolled past the Liberty, 105-64, for their ninth straight win. The box score shows what a complete team effort looks like: 53 percent shooting, 39 rebounds, 27 assists, 18 steals, everyone contributed and half of the team scored in double figures. That's deep!

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Dream vs. Mystics

Wings vs. Lynx

Mercury vs. Sparks

WNBA team news:

The Storm reaches the midpoint of the season with the best record in the league.

Seattle is the most dominant team in sports and appears to be set to dominate for years.

Where the Sparks stand at the midway point.

The 7-3 Lynx are off to a fast start.

The Mercury are mediocre at midseason.

No rest for the weary Sun as the second half of the season begins.

Connecticut is starting to shine in the bubble.

The Mystics have crashed back to Earth with a string of losses.

The league's power rankings.

WNBA player news:

Rookie Ezi Magbegor is quietly making a big impression for the Seattle Storm.

Last year's top rookies - Arike Ogunbowale and Napheesa Collier - are still improving.

Sue Bird and Breanna Stewart are proving to be unstoppable for Seattle.

Diana Taurasi details her lingering back issues.

Podcast with Briann January.

How indispensable Kayla Thornton can reach stardom.

Tearira McCowan discusses her role with the Fever.

Crystal Dangerfield is the steal of the draft.

New York's rookies are shouldering leadership roles.

Midseason MVP candidates.

College program news:

Texas Tech says the women's basketball program and the athletic director will be reviewed in light of the Marlene Stollings abuse scandal.

College coach news:

UConn coach Geno Auriemma says his team is better than they were last year.

Krista Gerlich is the new head coach at Texas Tech.

Dawn Staley doubts the season will begin on time.

Niele Ivey hopes to put her own stamp on the Notre Dame program.

Gail Goestenkors replaces her ex-husband at CMU, and he recommended her.

John Marcum is a new assistant coach at Syracuse.

And on Monday, they rested

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Fever vs. Sun

Aces vs. Sky

Liberty vs. Storm

WNBA team news:

The Aces are 8-2 despite shooting fewer three's than any other team.

The Sun signed Essence Carson and waived Jacki Gemelos.

ESPN's power rankings and player favorites.

CBS Sports power rankings.

Keeping trouble out of the bubble was the goal for the league's doctor.

This WNBA season is a case study in sound economic development.

WNBA player news:

Breanna Stewart spent $30,000 of her own money to rehab from her Achilles tear.

Carolyn Swords' journey from retirement to the Aces starting five.

Q&A with Glory Johnson.

Victoria Vivians is out indefinitely, and has left Bradenton to meet with medical experts. The Fever have signed Alisia Jenkins to take her place.

Sue Bird and Diana Taurasi honor Breonna Taylor with a game-worn sneaker auction.

Chiney Ogwumike is making history again.

DeWanna Bonner and Napheesa Collier are the Eastern and Western Conference players of the week.

Liz Cambage is set to return to the WNBL.

NCAA news:

NCAA statement on preparation for the 2020-2021 season.

The NCAA is prepared to move the start date of the season.

College player news:

Former Penn State guard Kamaria McDaniel has transferred to Baylor.

College coach news:

Texas is giving coach Vic Schaefer a seven-year, $13.8 million contract.

Lindsay Whalen would prefer only Big Ten opponents for Minnesota basketball.

International news:

Euroleague women has a new logo.

Power flexing

Today's results:

Arike Ogunbowale's 33 points paced the Wings over the Mercury, 95-89.

The Storm used a balanced approach to rout the Sun, 95-72.

The Sky cruised to a 92-67 win over the Dream.

NO games tomorrow, for the first time in two weeks. And boy, do the players need it.

WNBA team news:

What we learned from week three: the Storm are unstoppable.

WNBA player news:

How Brittney Griner helped save a family after an ATV accident.

College player news:

After sitting out last season, it's Evina Westbrook's time to shine for UConn.

Former Texas Tech captain Brittany Brewer confirms the abuse claims around former coach Marlene Stollings.

The hot stay hot

Today's results:

The hot-shooting Aces beat the Mystics, 88-73, for their seventh straight win. It was the seventh consecutive loss for Washington.

The Sparks used a barrage of three-pointers to bury the Fever, 90-76.

Big showings from Napheesa Collier and Crystal Dangerfield paced the Lynx over the Liberty, 94-64.

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Wings vs. Mercury

Storm vs. Sun

Sky vs. Dream

WNBA news:

The league has filed a trademark for the term "wubble," opening the door to new merchandise.

WNBA team news:

For better or for worse, Chicago is plowing ahead with its 2019 formula.

The Lynx continue to build offensive cohesion despite injuries to key players.

Minnesota is winning with big contributions - not big names.

What the Mystics will look like next season.

WNBA player news:

Jordin Canada podcast.

Q&A with Bria Holmes.

Riquna Williams is settling in as the Sparks' sixth woman.

Is Kristine Anigwe carving out a nice in the WNBA?

College team news:

Oregon's current squad is the best three-point shooting team coach Kelly Graves has had.

Illinois is preparing for an uncertain season.

College player news:

UConn's team captains are ready to face the unique challenges ahead.

Arizona freshman Lauren Ware must choose between volleyball and basketball.

College coach news:

Gail Goestenkors is Central Michigan's new associate head coach.

Chandra Dorsey is a new assistant coach at Tulane.

Nitra Perry is a new assistant coach at West Virginia.

Friday night lights

Today's results:

The Sun stole a win from the Sky, 77-74.

The Storm routed the Wings, 84-65, for their seventh straight win - the most since 2010.

The Mercury made work of the Dream, 96-80.

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Mystics vs. Aces

Sparks vs. Fever

Liberty vs. Lynx

WNBA team news:

The Liberty are showing promise, even in their struggle.

Behind the scenes of Washington's game day preparations.

WNBA player news:

Players say they're people first and players second.

Sylvia Fowles has a calf strain and is out indefinitely for the Lynx.

Defending in space: Fowles vs. Teaira McCowan.

Every team needs a Sydney Wiese.

Jazmine Jones is becoming essential, for her consistency.

Q&A with Ty Harris and Bella Alarie.

Te'a Cooper is making her mark as a rookie.

Can Stella Johnson help Washington flip the switch?

Rebecca Allen said sitting out the season was her hardest decision.

WNBA coach news:

Le'Coe Willingham has joined the Fever as an assistant coach.

International news:

Seedings have been released for EuroLeague and Eurocup.

College basketball news:

Creative plans are in place for Pac-12 basketball in a COVID-19 world.

College coach news:

Marlene Stollings' toxic coaching style dates back to her Minnesota days.

Shifting

Today's results:

The Fever showed poise down the stretch to hold off the Liberty, 86-79.

The Sparks eased past the shorthanded Mystics, 81-64.

The Aces topped the Lynx, 87-77, to take sole possession of second place.

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Sun vs. Sky

Storm vs. Wings

Dream vs. Mercury

WNBA team news:

Coming off a loss, the Mercury face struggling Atlanta Friday.

The numbers behind the Mystics' up and down season.

Washington signed Stella Johnson after receiving an emergency hardship waiver.

WNBA player news:

How more than a dozen WNBA players coped and recovered from COVID-19.

Brittney Sykes and Sydney Wiese are spicing things up for the Sparks.

Has Seattle found its next star in Ezi Magbegor?

NCAA news:

The NCAA endorses possible bubbles for next year.

Can college basketball avoid college football's fate?

U.S. senators are laying out the framework for future college sports legislation.

College player news:

Ohio State transfer Kaelynn Satterfield is immediately eligible at Xavier.

College coach news:

Christal Caldwell is a new assistant coach at Virginia Tech.

More big show-outs

Today's results:

The Sun held off the Wings, 70-66, behind 18 points from DeWanna Bonner.

The Sky routed the Mercury, 89-71, with the help of 20 points from Allie Quigley.

Big performances paced the Storm over the Dream, 100-63.

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Fever vs. Liberty

Sparks vs. Mystics

Lynx vs. Aces

WNBA player news:

Podcast with A'ja Wilson, Phee Collier and EDD.

After a long journey, Odyssey Sims is ready for her 2020 Lynx debut.

Sydney Wiese is doing her best to honor Breonna Taylor.

A'ja Wilson has become a leader in an MVP-caliber season.

Satou Sabally is soaking it all in, in the bubble.

Julie Allemand has the Fever humming.

Lauren Cox and other diabetic athletes seek balance during the pandemic.

Kaila Charles on her WNBA career and growing up in Maryland.

Bridget Carleton's focus is on social justice.

WNBA coach news:

Mystics assistant Asjha Jones shares her cheat codes to the game.

College program and NCAA news:

Stanford is considering an Olympic Village-like setting for athletes when they return.

The NCAA Division I Council recommends eligibility extensions for athletes.

One NCAA executive says there will be a March Madness next year.

A Supreme Court ruling opens the door for colleges to offer expanded benefits to athletes.

College player news:

UConn's Aubrey Griffin was aided by playing against her brothers during the pandemic shutdown.

The Husky freshmen are eager to make some noise on the court.

Evina Westbrook has been named a captain and feels like UConn is where she's supposed to be.

College coach news:

Charmin Smith has been named the West Region Director on the WBCA Board of Directors.

Shannon Johnson has resigned as Coker University's coach.

Tipping point

Now is that time of the season where separation is occurring. Those teams that have caught fire, like the Storm, the Aces and the Mercury, are running with it. Those that are slumping are trying to find a way out.

Today's results:

The Aces clamped down on the Fever, 98-79, to win their fifth straight.

The Lynx handed the Mystics their fifth straight loss, 68-48.

The Sparks took care of the Liberty, 93-78, with five in double figures.

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Wings vs. Sun

Mercury vs. Sky

Dream vs. Storm

WNBA team news:

The Storm are dominating the WNBA while fighting for Black Lives Matter.

Seattle has many weapons.

How the Sky are approaching an unprecedented season.

The Storm, Aces, Mercury and Sky top the WNBA's power rankings for the week.

WNBA player news:

Q&A with Diamond DeShields.

Gabby Williams podcast.

Bella Alarie's offense isn't there yet, but her defense is.

Chennedy Carter will miss two weeks with her ankle injury.

Sue Bird is listed as probable for tomorrow's game.

Behind the scenes in the bubble.

College sports news:

The Pac-12 has postponed all sports through the end of the year.

The Big Ten is postponing all fall sports.

Despite the season postponement, Pac-12 women's basketball coaches support the conference's decision.

College player news:

Paige Bueckers brings a message of hope to UConn.

High expectations and the pandemic aren't dampening Bueckers' excitement.

She is already working hard.

A few statements in wins

The Storm is the league's only one-loss team after tonight's game

Today's results:

The Sun handed the Dream a 93-82 loss.

Skylar Diggins-Smith went off for 26 points to lead the Mercury over the Wings, 91-79.

Statement win: the Storm doused the Sky, 89-71, behind Breanna Stewart's 25 points.

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Aces vs. Fever

Mystics vs. Lynx

Liberty vs. Sparks

WNBA news:

The league and Twitter have renewed their partnership and will stream 10 games this season.

Season assessment so far, from the league.

The WNBA is united with an up-tempo style.

Breonna Taylor's mother talks 150 days after her daughter's death.

WNBA team news:

Through two weeks, the Sky find themselves at the top of the league.

ESPN's power rankings for the week.

CBS Sports also has power rankings.

WNBA player news:

Tierra Ruffin-Pratt on her cousin's death at the hands of police.

Dream rookie Chennedy Carter left tonight's game in the first quarter with an ankle injury. She will undergo an MRI.

Kaila Charles is starting to find her stride in her rookie season.

Jacki Gemelos is still fighting on.

Skylar Diggins-Smith's impact still lingers on the Wings' young roster.

A'ja Wilson and Courtney Vandersloot are the Western and Eastern Conference players of the week.

College team news:

Gonzaga is eager to return to the court.

Maine has returned to practices, with masks.

College player news:

Husky freshman Paige Bueckers marches for her younger brother's future.

College coach news:

UConn coach Geno Auriemma expects a long wait before the start of college season.

Alex Simmons' lessons from Pat Summitt.

Kelsey Hogan is New Hampshire's new head coach.

USA Basketball news:

Swin Cash is part of a new USA Basketball board of directors.

Some players continue to impress

Today's results:

The Sparks ran away from the Lynx, 97-81. Minnesota rookie Crystal Dangerfield had 29 points.

A'ja Wilson's 31 points sent the Aces over the Liberty, 78-76. Candace Parker was one assist shy of a triple-double.

The Fever topped the Mystics, 91-84. Indiana guard Kelsey Mitchell had 29 points.

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Sun vs. Dream

Mercury vs. Wings

Sky vs. Storm

WNBA team news:

The Sky's rocky relationship with the refs continues.

WNBA player news:

With Diana Taurasi out, Skylar Diggins-Smith will take on a bigger role against her former team tomorrow.

College program news:

Two people are skating in the Texas Tech scandal.

Leaders showing up

Today's results:

The Wings downed the Dream, 85-75, behind 24 points from Arike Ogunbowale.

Jewell Loyd pushed Seattle past the Mercury, 74-68, with 20 points.

The Sky put away the Sun, 100-93, on the strength of 22 points from Allie Quigley.

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Lynx vs. Sparks

Aces vs. Liberty

Mystics vs. Fever

WNBA news:

IMG Academy and Feld Entertainment are providing a safe haven for the WNBA.

WNBA player news:

Diana Taurasi sustained a back/hip injury in today's game, but her MRI was clean.

Seimone Augustus awaits the Lynx tomorrow as a member of the Sparks.

Augustus gives LA what they need and remind Minnesota what they lost.

Gabby Williams' effort to improve her three-point shooting has paid dividends.

The Aces saw Jackie Young grow up in their win over the Sparks last night.

College player news:

Rutgers transfer Alexis Morris has landed at Texas A&M.

As the bubble turns

Today's results:

The Lynx stopped the Fever, 87-80, behind a career-high 26 points from Lexie Brown.

The Liberty got their first win of the season, 74-66 over the Mystics, after an emotional meeting.

The Aces outlasted the Sparks, 86-82.

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Dream vs. Wings

Mercury vs. Storm

Sky vs. Sun

WNBA news:

The league announced its COVID-19 test results: 139 players have been tested since July 10 and none have been positive.

Taking a stand isn't new for the WNBA - it's a way of life.

The league is determined to keep saying her name.

WNBA team news:

How the depleted Mystics have made a strong start on the season.

WNBA player news:

Sue Bird has found her voice and become an influence in the social justice movement.

Bird's top five clutch moments.

A revitalized Candace Parker makes the Sparks title contenders once again.

She's all that: Betnijah Laney's new beginning.

A'ja Wilson and Napheesa Collier highlight youth in their podcast.

Chennedy Carter made the WNBA record book last night.

Sabrina Ionescu is excited to conquer her ankle rehab.

WNBA coach news:

How Cheryl Reeve rose to the top of the league's coaching ranks.

College program news:

The Raiders fired assistant coach Nikita Lowry Dawkins today.

The AD for Texas Tech apologized for "failing" student athletes in Marlene Stollings' program.

How a "clerical error" uncovered the scandal.

College player news:

Kate Cain has emerged from a whirlwind year as a leader for Nebraska.

TCU grad transfer Alex Crain has landed at San Diego State.

College coach news:

Sarah Wilkinson will be a special assistant to the coaching staff at Duke.

You never know who's going to win or lose

Today's results:

The Storm held off the Dream, 93-92.

The Sun grabbed their first win of the season with a 91-68 romp over the Wings.

The Mercury beat the Sky, 96-86.

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Fever vs. Lynx

Liberty vs. Mystics

Sparks vs. Aces

WNBA team news:

The Lynx have activated Odyssey Sims.

As the Sun improve, they're still trying to put it together.

Is the league's compact schedule leading to more injuries?

Timeline of the league's involvement in social justice work.

WNBA player news:

Angel McCoughtry is making a difference for the Aces, on and off the court.

Aerial Powers has made the most of her expanded opportunity.

Chelsea Gray is successfully leading the Sparks.

Cierra Burdick was surprised and grateful for the call to join the Aces.

Te'a Cooper was cleared to return to LA after an inconclusive COVID test.

Sabrina Ionescu sent an inspiring message to a young fan.

Bridget Carleton's historic start for Minnesota last night came with her biggest fans watching.

Lauren Cox made her WNBA debut last night.

Podcast with Cox.

Q&A with Chiney Ogwumike.

College team news:

Dayton is back on campus and readying for the season.

College coach news:

Texas Tech has fired Marlene Stollings.

Lindsay Gottlieb still affects her former Cal players.

Another three-game night

Today's results:

Career nights from Bridget Carleton and Lexie Brown guided the Lynx past the Liberty, 92-66.

A'ja Wilson and Danielle Robinson each scored 20 to help the Aces get an 83-77 signature win over the Mystics.

The Sparks held off the Fever, 86-75.

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Storm vs. Dream

Sun vs. Wings

Sky vs. Mercury

WNBA team news:

The Storm's tough-minded, defensive approach has made for an impressive start to the season.

The Wings are showing progress against the league's elite teams.

The Liberty have plenty to gain without Sabrina Ionescu.

New York shows, rather than tells, on social justice.

WNBA player news:

Sabrina Ionescu left the bubble today to head to New York, where she'll see a foot and ankle specialist.

Sydney Colson joins the Sky just in the nick of time.

Fever rookie Julie Allemand talks about her adjustment to the WNBA.

Allemand is a "gem" and an offseason steal for the franchise.

Player stances on social injustice need more attention.

Sky players are among those supporting Dream co-owner Kelly Loeffler's congressional opponent.

The movement is lead by Sue Bird.

WNBA coach news:

Indiana assistant April Schilling has torn her Achilles and will leave the team for the season.

College coach news:

Head coach Marlene Stollings has created a toxic culture of abuse at Texas Tech, former players say.

So much going on

Today's results:

The Sky edged the Wings, 82-79.

The Mercury outran the Dream, 81-74, for their third straight win.

The Storm withstood the Sun, 87-74, and shot 11 three-pointers in the process.

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Lynx vs. Liberty

Aces vs. Mystics

Fever vs. Sparks

WNBA team news:

How are the Mystics still this good?

Can you win a title without shooting?

So far, WNBA teams are scoring at a breakneck pace.

The league has power rankings for the week, and so does ESPN.

WNBA player news:

UConn players in the WNBA round up.

Crystal Dangerfield is the latest ex-Husky to step up.

Storm guard Epiphanny Prince has left the bubble for personal reasons.

Lynx rookie Mikiah Herbert Harrigan is getting unexpected early opportunities.

Players are wearing shirts with the name of Dream co-owner Kelly Loeffler's Senate opponent on them, which escalates their stand.

WNBA coach news:

Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve wonders if players can keep up with the grueling schedule.

Former Sparks coach Julie Rousseau will chair USC's Black Lives Matter Action Team.

College coach news:

Jeff Walz is impressed by the Cardinals during the pandemic.

Duke coach Kara Lawson will remain on Tennessee's Board of Trustees.