Some big stories

Today's results:

The Dream beat the Mystics, 94-89.

The Sky topped the short-handed Sparks, 86-78. Courtney Williams recorded the first triple-double of her career.

WNBA team news:

How good is Las Vegas? They're doing something that no pro team has done since Michael Jordan's 1996-1997 Bulls.

WNBA player news:

Jewell Loyd called last night's referees biased, as WNBA officiating nears a breaking point.

A'ja Wilson signed a two-year contract extension with the Aces.

The Storm are reportedly close to re-signing Gabby Williams.

Breanna Stewart and Stefanie Dolson are enjoying their reunion with the Liberty.

Ruthy Hebard is set to make her return from maternity leave.

WNBA coach news:

Charli Turner Thorne has joined the Mercury staff as an assistant coach.

NCAA news:

Some non-profit NIL collectives may not qualify as tax-exempt.

College player news:

Inside Olivia Miles' journey to ascend again.

College coach news:

Few adapt better than Louisville coach Jeff Walz.

Crystal Kelly is a new assistant coach at Kentucky.

Sterling performances

Today's results:

A last-second Napheesa Collier shot in OT lifted the Lynx over the Storm, 99-97. Jewell Loyd finished with a career-high 41 points.

The Aces handled the Liberty, 98-81. All five Las Vegas starters were in double figures.

The Mercury snapped a six-game losing streak with an 85-63 win over the Fever. Brittney Griner lead the way with 22 points.

WNBA team news:

Consistency remains a hurdle for the Sky.

WNBA player news:

Candace Parker wants WNBA players to become team owners.

WNBA commissioner news:

Cathy Engelbert says the next 3-5 years will be crucial for the league.

News, news, and more news

Today's results:

The Sky defeated the Sparks, 80-63, to snap a six-game losing streak.

The Mystics routed the Dream, 109-86.

WNBA team news:

The improving Liberty will be a test for the league-leading Aces.

Las Vegas is having no trouble focusing amidst all of their blowouts.

The Mercury's defense showed life in Nikki Blue's coaching debut.

Attendance for the Aces, Liberty and Fever is way up so far this season.

WNBA player news:

Alyssa Thomas has responded to her All-Star snub by making history night after night.

Brittney Griner's triumphant return to the WNBA.

How Aliyah Boston's rookie stats compare to A'ja Wilson's.

Boston is bringing star power to her first season.

Jonquel Jones' new role for the Liberty doesn't diminish her power......will she be an even bigger winner in New York?

Patience is paying off for Courtney Williams.

Kahleah Copper figures to be a lock as an All-Star reserve.

The mystique of Marine Johannes.

WNBA coach news:

Noelle Quinn is critical of the Storm's defense, saying they don't talk enough.

The league's new coach's challenge rule is a plus for some.

NCAA news:

The NCAA Division I Council has proposed cutting the transfer window in half, from 60 days to 30.

A proposal to allow college exhibition games in the summer months has been tabled for now.

International news:

Canada is counting on the collective as AmeriCup competition begins.

Turned up Tuesday

Today's results:

The Liberty stopped the Sun, 89-81. 

The Lynx topped the Storm, 104-93.

The Wings ran past the Mercury, 77-62.

WNBA team news:

The Aces are crushing opponents and making WNBA history......and their attendance has soared this season.

The Fever are seeing progress in their close losses.

WNBA player news:

Alyssa Thomas notched her fifth triple-double of the season for Connecticut.

How Alysha Clark remains relevant on a team full of stars.

Q&A with Candace Parker.

Shakira Austin will miss three weeks for the Mystics with a hip strain.

WNBA executive news:

Natalie Williams has found fast success as an out WNBA executive.

NCAA news:

New NCAA rules conflict with some state laws over NIL deals.

Athletes can now back out of NLI agreements under certain circumstances.

All-Stars of the named and unnamed kind

Today's result:

The Aces had to work hard to beat the Fever, 88-80.

WNBA team news:

How the Sun will keep winning without Brionna Jones.

The Lynx are preparing for the return of standout rookie Diamond Miller.

The Sky's losing streak has extended to six.

WNBA player news:

Brittney Griner said her travel situation hit "rock bottom" before changes were made.

Griner's experience in Russia has helped her maintain perspective.

Aliyah Boston is an All-Star game starter, but she can't keep a secret.

Joyner Holmes calls her return to Seattle a full-circle moment.

Satou Sabally won the WNBA Cares Community Assist Award for May.

WNBA coach news:

Mercury interim head coach Nikki Blue says the team has a renewed sense of confidence......as she has stepped into the lead role.

College player news:

Caitlin Clark has won the Honda Award.

College coach news:

Florida State coach Brooke Wyckoff will serve on the NCAA DI oversight committee.

All-Stars named

Today's results:

The Sun rolled past the Sky, 96-72.

The Liberty rallied back from 17 down to edge the Mystics in OT, 89-88.

The Sparks downed the Wings, 93-83.

All-Star Game news:

All-Star game starters and captains have been named.

 

Fan voting results.

WNBA player news:

Alyssa Thomas notched her fourth triple-double of the season today, and set a WNBA record.

Shakira Austin injured her hip in today's game and had to be carried off the court.

Brittney Griner got a warm welcome in Seattle last night.

WNBA coach news:

The Mercury fired Vanessa Nygaard after a 2-10 start.

College player news:

Utah's Jenna Johnson is ready for another shot.

EuroBasket news:

Belgium came back from behind to beat Spain, 64-58, and claim their first EuroBasket Championship. Emma Meesseman is the tournament MVP.

The Fever continue to rise

Today's results:

The Storm handled, the Mercury, 97-74.

The Aces fended off the Fever, 101-88. The Force is strong with young Indiana..........

WNBA team news:

Las Vegas is excited for a long homestand.....behind the numbers of their incredible start.

Everything is clicking for the Liberty.

After a slow start, the Mystics are trending in the right direction.

Where do the Sky go from here?

WNBA player news:

As feared, Brionna Jones tore her Achilles tendon and is out for the season.

Brittney Griner returned to the Phoenix lineup tonight after missing three games with injury.

WNBA coach news:

Dream coach Tanisha Wright called out the "notoriously bad refs" that officiated their game last night.

International news:

FIBA Asia Cup player rankings heading into the tournament.

A roaring end of the week

Today's results:

The Liberty roared past the Dream, 110-80.

The Sparks rallied from 17 down to edge the Wings, 76-74.

WNBA team news:

Brionna Jones' injury is the latest for the unlucky Sun.

The issue for the Sky isn't energy - it's compatibility.

The Mercury are optimistic despite their losing streak.

WNBA player news:

Jewell Loyd is on a record-setting scoring pace, but she isn't focused on stats.

Bonus:

Meet the woman behind the Bay Area's effort to get a WNBA team.

Catching fire

Today's results:

The Mystics routed the Sky, 80-59.

The Sun ran past the Lynx, 89-68.

The Fever surged in the fourth to beat the Storm, 80-68.

Indiana has now won four of its last six games.......

WNBA team news:

The Liberty-Lynx game postponed earlier this month due to wildfires has been rescheduled to July 28.

Qatar is buying a stake in the Mystics, and the other pro franchises with Monumental Sports.

WNBA player news:

Veronica Burton's step forward is full of grace.

A scouting trip to Europe may have netted Seattle's next point guard in Ivana Dojkic.

USA Basketball news:

The AmeriCup roster has been announced.

College coach news:

Catching up with Colorado coach JR Payne.

Jeff Walz and Louisville are moving forward after Hailey Van Lith's transfer.

The Aces keep acing it

Today's result:

The Aces breezed past the Mercury, 99-79.

Las Vegas is now 11-1

WNBA team news:

How teams and players handle hardship contracts.

WNBA player news:

DeWanna Bonner moved to 10th on the WNBA's all-time scoring list last night.

Alanna Smith is a bright spot amid the Sky's slump.

A new agreement between the WNBPA and the Kelley School of Business will allow players to earn a graduate degree.

ESPY news:

A'ja Wilson, Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese are among this year's ESPY nominations.

Plots thicken

The Dream, Storm, Fever and Lynx had slow starts, and are now on the rise. Conversely the Wings, Sparks and Sky began strongly, and are now hitting speed bumps. It will be an interesting ride with more than half the season still to be played.

Today's results:

The Wings defeated the Dream, 85-73, to snap a three-game losing streak.

The Lynx beat the Sparks, 67-61, for the third time in nine days. Napheesa Collier lead the way with 26 points.

The Sun held off the Storm, 85-79. Alyssa Thomas recorded the fifth triple-double of her career.

WNBA team news:

The Sky aren't panicking, despite their league-worst four-game skid.

WNBA player news:

Arike Ogunbowale was ejected like a champ in the fourth quarter of tonight's game.

Allisha Gray has been a catalyst for Atlanta's recent success.

Kelsey Plum is enjoying an offensive resurgence, but she wasn't worried.

College team news:

Geno Auriemma talks about UConn's potential this season......and he says Paige Bueckers should be ready to go.

College coach news:

New Iowa director of player development Tania Davis looks to build relationships through trust.

Stop and catch up

WNBA team news:

Early Storm season observations.

Can Denver have a team? Ask the Colorado Xplosion.

WNBA player news:

Dana Evans and Marina Mabrey are building a key connection at Chicago.

How Chelsea Gray's free agency opened the door for more player choice.

Nneka Ogwumike should be an All-Star starter, her coach says.

Sue Wicks remembers being the first openly gay player in a major U.S. sports league. 

College coach news:

New coach Linda Cimino is bringing a New York City swag to Dartmouth.

A June Sunday fun day

Today's results:

The Liberty trounced the Mercury, 89-71, behind Breanna Stewart's 28 points.

The Mystics stopped the Sky, 77-69.

The Dream edged the Fever, 100-94.

The Sun outlasted the Sparks, 83-74.

The Aces whooped the Lynx, 93-62.

WNBA coach news:

Former coach Curt Miller says "loaded" Connecticut is a favorite to win the title.

College coach news:

New Indiana assistant Amber Smith is a perfect fit for a blue collar team.

Major stats

Today's result:

What a game! The Storm defeated the Wings, 109-103. Jewell Loyd had a career-high 39 points for Seattle, while Arike Ogunbowale had a career-high 41 points for Dallas.

The eight most interesting facts about the shootout between the two from Notre Dame.

WNBA news:

The league is working with Brittney Griner and the Mercury on travel options, including charter flights.

WNBA team news:

The Sky face a tough stretch as they try to snap a skid.

The Aces are campaigning for Chelsea Gray's All-Star game appearance.

The charter flight battles continue

Today's results:

The Mystics routed the short-handed Mercury, 88-69.

The Lynx upended the Sparks, 77-72.

WNBA player news:

Sources say Brittney Griner will be allowed to fly charter for the rest of the season.

Griner is thriving on the court, despite a year without basketball.

Veteran Tiffany Mitchell is having a season of firsts with Minnesota.

Ezi Magbegor is using her instincts to build on last season's breakout.

Why Kierstan Bell has been waiting for this season for 20 years.

WNBA coach news:

Curt Miller's drive to inspire.

College coach news:

Adia Barnes talks about resetting Arizona's team culture.

Lynne Roberts talks about staying at Utah, NIL, and much more.

The Lindsay Whalen mystery grew more complicated this week.

Unpredictability rules

Today's results:

The Dream outlasted the Sun in OT, 92-88, behind 27 points from Allisha Gray.

A last-second Kelsey Mitchell shot lifted the Fever over the Sky, 92-90.

The Aces ran away from the Storm, 96-63.

WNBA news:

The WNBA is allowing teams to use a public charter service for travel, though the company, JSX, doesn't have service in most WNBA cities.

WNBA team news:

The Aces have been invited to the White House, regardless of what Twitter says.

Las Vegas has been reprimanded by the league for improper use of flight service during a recent road trip.

WNBA player news:

Allisha Gray is having her best season since her rookie year.

Brittney Griner is doubtful for tomorrow's game, with a hip injury.

Griner is a target, and the league's solution wasn't good enough.

College team news:

The Basketball Hall of Fame Showcase in December will feature Florida State, UCLA, Utah, South Carolina, North Carolina and UConn.

College coach news:

Brock McGinnis and Marqu'es Webb are new assistant coaches at Kansas.

USA Basketball news:

The 3X3 series teams have been named.

Season themes

Today's result:

The Sparks routed the Wings, 79-61.

WNBA team news:

The Storm will used their second meeting with Las Vegas as a measuring stick.

The Sky are prioritizing mental focus as they navigate a losing streak.

The Mercury face an uphill climb to turn the season around.

WNBA player news:

Brittney Griner sustained a hip injury in last night's game.

Candace Parker talks about her decision to switch teams.

Jewell Loyd steps into a more prominent role with the rebuilding Storm.

After an emotional offseason, Dearica Hamby is settling into life with the Sparks.

The older Aces have to be careful to take care of their bodies.

College player news:

Why Hailey Van Lith left Louisville for LSU.

Paige Bueckers is close to returning from her ACL tear.

Yarden Garzon prepares to play for Israel in Eurobasket.

College coach news:

The truth is out: Minnesota fired Lindsay Whalen and paid her a termination fee.

A big night for underdogs

Today's results:

The Fever routed the Mystics, 87-66.

The Dream upended the Liberty, 86-79. New York was without Sabrina Ionescu.

The Storm dominated the Mercury, 83-69.

WNBA team news:

Phoenix is still evaluating how they'll handle travel plans.

What the WNBA can learn from other leagues' push for universal charters.

WNBA player news:

Aliyah Boston became the first rookie in league history to lead a team in points, rebounds and assists in a game.

Boston is fourth in All-Star voting so far........A'ja Wilson and Breanna Stewart are the vote leaders.

Sophie Cunningham said Brittney Griner's harassment at the airport was "embarrassing" for the league.

College player news:

How Flau'jae Johnson balances basketball and music.

Off-day dive

WNBA team news:

The Storm are looking for consistency at point guard.

Why can't the Fever close out games?

CBS Sports power rankings.

WNBA player news:

How early MVP candidates are faring.

Breanna Stewart has launched the Stewie 2 Earth shoe with Puma.

How Kelsey Mitchell won the Dawn Staley Community Leadership award.

Details of the Brittney Griner and Phoenix Mercury incident, as per the police report.

Griner handled a troll like a pro. Let's pay her like one.

Sue Bird saw her jersey retired last night.

Sylvia Fowles saw her jersey retired last night.

College team news:

How Cal's 2013 team fostered culture for queer athletes.

College coach news:

Evansville has extended the contract of Robyn Scherr-Wells.

Amber Smith has been named an assistant coach at Indiana.

Notre Dame has named Carlos Knox director of player development.

International news:

Eurobasket preview.

What a day in the WNBA

All 12 teams played today......results:

The Liberty downed the Wings, 102-93.

The Aces topped the Sky, 93-80.

The Sun rallied past the Dream, 89-77.

The Mystics held off the Storm, 71-65.

The Mercury edged the Fever, 85-82.

The Lynx hung on to beat the Sparks, 91-85.

WNBA news:

"Adjustments" are being made after the Brittney Griner incident Friday night.

WNBA players and coaches are calling for charter flights after the incident.

Many are furious with the league.

WNBA player news:

Layshia Clarendon is out 4-6 weeks with a partial tear of the right plantar fascia.

Griner, Mercury teammates harassed at airport

Brittney Griner was harassed at the Dallas airport last night, as she and her teammates were leaving for Indiana.

Both the WNBA and the Mercury responded.

The league's statement.

WNBPA statement.

WNBA news:

DeWanna Bonner and the Sun put the WNBA on notice with a dominant win over the Aces.

WNBA player news:

Q&A with Candace Parker.

Big points, big dubs

Today's results:

The Liberty routed the Dream, 106-83, as Sabrina Ionescu lead the way with a career-high 37 points.

The Wings beat the Mercury, 90-77, behind Arike Ogunbowale's season-high 35 points......it was the second loss in a row to Dallas.

The Fever outlasted the Lynx, 71-69, for their second win of the season.

The Sparks ran past the Sky, 77-62.

The Mystics stopped the Storm, 73-66.

WNBA team news:

The Sky's success is a result of their new-found bonds.

Nashville is a possible expansion city by 2025.

WNBA player news:

Elena Delle Donne and Shakira Austin are big problems for Washington opponents.

Kahleah Copper is striving for more.

Azura Stevens is embracing a new chapter in LA after three seasons in Chicago.

Satou and Nyara Sabally discuss their basketball journeys and their bond.

Layshia Clarendon's toughness has been a light for LA.

Saluting Sue Bird and Sylvia Fowles ahead of their jersey retirements.

Coaches say there won't be anyone like Bird again.

Bird raised the flag on the Space Needle today.

Minnesota honored the franchise's 25 best players tonight.

College coach news:

Kim Mulkey doesn't turn away anyone from her camp.

JMU has extended Sean O'Regan's contract through 2027-2028.

Pierre Curtis is the new head coach at Furman.

Undefeated no more

Today's result:

The Sun handed the Aces their first season loss, behind a franchise-high 41 points from DeWanna Bonner.

Las Vegas said they "didn't have it tonight."

WNBA player news:

More on Brittney Griner's homecoming last night.

Griner said she's "fighting a different fight now."

Baylor coach Nicki Collen pledged to retire her jersey.

Azura Stevens is excited to make her home debut against Chicago.

NCAA news:

The NCAA made a big mistake in not setting up a framework for NIL compensation, their new president says.

The NCAA has changed the penalty for delay-of-game, and added a penalty for flopping......other rule changes.

Pac-12 schools are still waiting on a TV deal, which they expect soon.

Jackie Carson is the new senior associate commissioner of the ACC.

Only one game today

Today's result:

The Wings downed the Mercury, 84-79.

The Lynx at Liberty game was postponed due to wildfire smoke in the New York area.

WNBA team news:

Las Vegas can tie their franchise record for winning with a dub tomorrow.

The Liberty are showing flashes of greatness, but lack a true identity.

WNBA player news:

Brittney Griner had a homecoming in Texas prior to tonight's game.

Tiffany Hayes is enjoying the journey with the Sun.

Kiah Stokes is the Aces' secret weapon.

Sue Bird and Lauren Jackson had a perfect connection.

Bird says players shouldn't be worried about their job if they get pregnant.

College team news:

Iowa and Virginia Tech will face off in November.

A fiery game night

Today's results:

The Aces held off the Sun, 90-84.

The Sky outlasted the Fever in OT, 108-103.

The Storm came back to beat the Sparks, 66-63, for their first win of the season.

WNBA team news:

Chicago is still competitive after a massive roster turnover.

Defense is keeping the Mystics alive, as they are one of the worst shooting teams in the league.

WNBA player news:

Evina Westbrook is learning from Diana Taurasi.

Aari McDonald will miss 3-4 weeks for the Dream after tearing her labrum.

Storylines aplenty

WNBA team news:

The Storm are remaining positive, despite their slow start: "we're right there."

Las Vegas will face a rejuvenated Connecticut in a rematch of last year's finals.

The Sun will get a heat check in their next two games.

The Sky's new era shouldn't be overlooked.

Charter flights are a game-changer for teams. What's next?

ESPN's weekly power rankings.

CBS Sports power rankings.

WNBA player news:

Kahleah Copper and Betnijah Laney took similar paths to WNBA success.

Sydney Colson on longevity.

Kierstan Bell embraces her supporting role with the Aces.

To free Brittney Griner from Russia, WNBA players and the queer community got loud.

International player news:

Tiana Mangakahia announced her retirement following the recurrence of breast cancer.

College coach news:

Tenille Adams is a new assistant coach at Alabama.

New Mexico State has hired Bridgette Gordon as an assistant coach.

Sacramento State welcomes Jodi Page as an assistant coach.

Competition is hot, hot, hot

Today's results:

The Sun got past the Wings, 80-74.

The Sky battled back from 19 down to clip the Liberty, 86-82.

The Aces survived the Fever, 84-80.

WNBA team news:

Indiana is showing signs of growth.

WNBA player news:

After battling through injuries and difficulties, Rebecca Allen is ready to shine for Connecticut.

WNBA coach news:

Sun assistant coach Abi Olajuwon relies on her Hall of Fame father.

USA Basketball news:

The U.S. 3X3 team beat France to win the World Cup today.

Wins don't come easy

Today's results:

The Lynx edged the Mystics 80-78, for their first win of the season.

The Sparks held off the Storm, 92-85.

WNBA player news:

Jackie Young is playing the best basketball of her pro career. 

Sug Sutton is turning heads in her return.

Thin margins for error

Today's results:

The Liberty squeaked by the Sky, 77-76.

The Mystics escaped the Wings, 75-74.

The Aces outlasted the Dream, 92-87.

The Sparks got past the Mercury in OT, 99-93.

WNBA team news:

The Lynx will try to avoid equaling their franchise-worst start tomorrow.

WNBA player news:

Courtney Vandersloot is already preparing for her post-playing career.......her return to Wintrust Arena tonight was "surreal."

Rookie Jordan Horston is frustrated with her early season struggles, but her coaches are preaching patience.

College player news:

Caitlin Clark will play in the pro am of the PGA's John Deere Classic next month.

Angel Reese has a cameo in a new rap video.

Paige Bueckers is back on the court.

College coach news:

Teri Moren's contract has been extended to 2029, and she will make $1.3 million per year.

Season indications

Today's result:

The Sun beat the Lynx, 89-84, as Alyssa Thomas set the franchise record for assists, with 16.

WNBA team news:

The Aces are back on the road, and looking for their first test of the season.

The Mystics are showing their potential and pitfalls in early goings.

WNBA player news:

Indiana rookie Aliyah Boston is in elite company, as she and other rookies make strong debuts.

How the Storm's four rookies are adjusting to WNBA play.

Sug Sutton's consistency could pay off for the Mercury.

Dearica Hamby discusses playing after having her second child.

Rebekah Gardner is out indefinitely after foot surgery, depleting Chicago's roster to nine players.

Danielle Robinson had surgery on her left knee, and is aiming to return in July.

WNBA GM news:

An unexpected basketball lifer, Lin Dunn relishes the chance to restore the Fever.

College team news:

Oregon continues to rebuild its backcourt through the transfer portal.

DePaul will have nine new players this season.

College player news:

Q&A with Angel Reese.

Virginia Tech transfer Ashley Owusu has landed at Penn State.

College coach news:

Yvonne Sanchez is the new special assistant to the head coach at Arizona State.