A bit of pre-game prep

As we wait for the WNBA season to tip off later today.......

WNBA team news:

The league, once worried about survival, now has bold vision......and it is here to stay.

The WNBA at 25: one fan's perspective.

Storylines to know.....and five more of them.

The Lynx are reloading quickly to compete for a title.

The Liberty are aiming high in a bounce-back season.

Inside New York's journey back to relevance.

In the league's early days, the Comets came around every year.

WNBA player news:

Breanna Stewart and A'ja Wilson break down each other's game.

The "big 3" lead the Mercury.

Courtney Williams' raw words in last night's "144" documentary struck a nerve.

Jonquel Jones returns with plenty to prove.

Gabby Williams has signed a contract extension with LA.

Chelsea Dungee is making her mother proud.

Dana Evans is ready for her rookie season.

College player news:

Rutgers transfer Tekia Mack has landed at DePaul.

College coach news:

USC landed Lindsay Gottlieb with a promise to invest in women's basketball.

Nicki Collen has brought Sophia Young-Malcolm to Baylor as assistant AD of player development.