Storm take another win; surprising Sun even the series

Today's semifinal results:

The Storm put away the Lynx, 89-79, on hot shooting. They're 2-0 in the series.

Seattle is just one win away from heading to the WNBA finals.

Alyssa Thomas returned from her shoulder injury to rally the Sun past the Aces, 77-68.

WNBA player news:

Alysha Clark is the heart of the Storm.

Fever guard Julie Allemand reflects on her breakout season.

Awards:

Candace Parker was named DPOY.

Betnijah Laney was named Most Improved Player.

WNBA news:

The league leads the way in Hoopers Vote Day.

A'ja Wilson called the Breonna Taylor decision a slap on the wrist.

College conference news:

The Pac-12 has voted to begin basketball season Nov. 25, consistent with the NCAA.

College team news:

UCLA has returned to practice for the first time in six months.

Hope remains a driving force for the Bruins.

Securing non-conference games is hard for Illinois State.

College player news:

Kiara Lewis' journey from Ohio State transfer to leader at Syracuse.

College coach news:

New Utah State coach Kayla Ard has been working to fill a depleted roster.

St. Francis has two new assistant coaches.