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Monday, July 31, 2023

All quiet on this front

WNBA player news:


Alysha Clark is giving the Aces a big boost off the bench.


Kia Nurse is inspiring the next generation in Canada with the first Nike EYBL team.


Chennedy Carter is working to get another shot in the WNBA.


College team news:


Maryland is back in the lab this summer, to build chemistry.

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Sunday, July 30, 2023

Some of the tides are turning

Today's results:


The Lynx outlasted the Sun, 87-83.


The Dream held off the Mystics, 80-73.


The Storm routed the Fever, 85-62.


The Sky dominated the Mercury, 104-85.


The Liberty beat the Sparks, 87-79.


The Aces extracted revenge on the Wings, 104-91.


WNBA player news:


Elizabeth Williams renewed pleas for better travel conditions.


Jordan Horston is ready to kick-start a new era of Seattle basketball.


Dorka Juhasz was welcomed back to Connecticut.


Grace Berger cherishes staying close to home as a pro.

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Saturday, July 29, 2023

All 12 teams play tomorrow

WNBA team news:


The Aces are looking to avenge their most recent loss, which was to the Wings.


The Sky don't appear to be active, as the trade deadline approaches.


WNBA player news:


Brittney Griner will miss the Mercury's two-game road trip so she can focus on her mental health.


Jewell Loyd has emerged as the Storm's leader, as she nears the WNBA scoring record.


Layshia Clarendon feels at home with the Sparks.


WNBA coach news:


Explaining the principles of Becky Hammon's offense.


Briann January is embracing her coaching career.


College player news:


Kate Martin is motivated to make this the best season ever at Iowa.

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Friday, July 28, 2023

Stepping up

Today's results:


Satou Sabally's triple-double paced the Wings past the Mystics, 90-62.


The Storm snapped a 10-game losing streak with an 83-74 win over the Sky.


The Lynx slipped by the Liberty, 88-83, without Napheesa Collier.


WNBA player news:


Jewell Loyd and Kahleah Copper are leading their respective franchises after an exodus of stars.


The 911 call reveals the dramatic moments before the arrest of Riquna Williams on domestic violence charges.


The Hall of Famers who paved the way for the WNBA.


College conference news:


The ACC is open to expansion.


The Big 12 is looking to add one more school to get to 14.


College player news:


Addison O'Grady is working to play a bigger role for Iowa.


Denae Fritz can do the dirty work for Baylor.


Kansas State's freshmen are vying for playing time.


College coach news:


How Marisa Moseley is navigating Wisconsin's rebuild.


Bridgette Gordon is the new head coach at FAMU.

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Thursday, July 27, 2023

As the cookie crumbles

Today's results:


The Sparks defeated the Fever, 81-68.


The Liberty beat the Dream, 95-84, behind Breanna Stewart's 33 points.


WNBA team news:


Despite their 10-game skid, the Storm are staying "light on their feet."


Seattle is looking to end their franchise-worst losing streak tomorrow.


The Sky have a chance to put some space between themselves and LA this week.


WNBA player news:


Napheesa Collier on building her brand on and off the court.


Collier will miss tomorrow's game with an ankle injury from the Lynx's previous matchup.


WNBA commissioner news:


Cathy Engelbert says it's "all hands on deck."


College team news:


A major overhaul for college hoops is on the way, which will include more time away for mental health.


Colorado will return to the Big 12 Conference in 2024-2025.


Pac-12 commissioner George Kliavkoff is working to hold the conference together.


College coach news:


The WBCA appointed new officers during their summer meeting.

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023

Heavy news day

Today's result:


The Lynx slipped past the Mystics, 97-92.


WNBA player news:


Riquna Williams has been barred from the Aces after being arrested last night on felony domestic violence charges. She faces nine counts of battery.


Williams made a court appearance today, and was released.


College coach news:


A former Vanderbilt player has accused a former assistant coach there of sexually abusing and assaulting her.

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Tuesday, July 25, 2023

Lots to say

Today's results:


The Dream topped the Mercury, 78-65.


The Liberty rallied back from 18 down to edge the Storm, 86-82.


The Aces downed the Sky, 107-95, despite a career-high 37 points from Kahleah Copper.


The Sun held off the Wings, 88-83.


A long Jordin Canada three lifted the Sparks over the Fever, 79-78.


WNBA player news:


Candace Parker is out indefinitely after successful surgery yesterday to repair a broken foot.


Q&A with Arike Ogunbowale.


Aari McDonald's return to play brings a spark off the bench for Atlanta.


Grace Berger continues to improve with the Fever.


Li Meng is living out her lifelong dream in playing for the Mystics.


WNBA owner news:


Dwayne Wade envisions improvement for Chicago and the league.


College player news:


UConn freshman center Jana El Aldy will miss the season with an Achilles tendon rupture......it's another cruel twist of fate for the program.


College coach news:


Delisha Milton-Jones grieved for Nikki McCray while coaching the U19 team.


Yolett McPhee-McCuin will earn more than $1 million annually under her new contract.

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Monday, July 24, 2023

Week 10 in full effect

WNBA team news:


The Aces continue to roll on, without injured Candace Parker.


The Wings have found a winning formula.


WNBA player news:


Marina Mabrey's keys for navigating slumps offers a lesson for all.


Iliana Rupert brings experience into big games.


Did a punch to the nose pull Kayla McBride out of a scoring slump?


A'ja Wilson, Tiffany Mitchell and Rhyne Howard are part of the league's "divine nine."


Jewell Loyd and her brother have opened a Smoothie King shop in Illinois.


College coach news:


Virginia Tech has extended Kenny Brooks' contract through March, 2029.


Yolett McPhee-McCuin and Ole Miss are close to reaching a contract extension agreement.

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Sunday, July 23, 2023

Team USA edges Spain to win U19 gold medal

U19 World Cup:


Team USA hung on to edge Spain, 69-66, to claim the gold medal.


Today's results:


The Mystics clamped down on the Mercury to end their losing streak, 84-69.


The Liberty scored a league record 44 points in the first quarter en route to beating the Fever, 101-83.


WNBA news:


Why investors are pouring money into pro hoops in the offseason.


WNBA player news:


Rhyne Howard has been tearing up the WNBA in July.

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Saturday, July 22, 2023

Another game-filled weekend day

Today's results:


The Sun handled the Dream, 86-78.


A'ja Wilson's 35 points paced the Aces over the Lynx, 98-81.


The Wings bested the Sparks, 98-84, behind huge performances from their "big three."


The Sky snapped a losing streak with a 90-75 win over the Storm. It's a franchise-record ninth straight loss for Seattle.


WNBA team news:


To even get consideration from a free agent like Jewell Loyd, Chicago has work to do.

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Friday, July 21, 2023

That midway stretch

Today's result:


The Liberty took care of the short-handed Mystics, 96-87.


WNBA team news:


New York is entering a tough stretch without Stefanie Dolson or Han Xu.


The Aces are searching for answers at center with Candace Parker injured.


The Sky's lack of cohesion out of the break may indicate that this group will never find it.


The Mercury's hiring of Nick U'Ren is another signal of Chicago's mismanagement.


WNBA player news:


DeWanna Bonner has solidified her legacy as one of the most dominant WNBA players ever.


No longer a part of the "big three," Jewell Loyd is making a run at the Storm's scoring records.


Marine Johannes is making a name for herself in the league.


Kahleah Copper has returned from All-Star break with a heightened level of focus.


Liberty All-Star chronicles: Sabrina Ionescu.


Bonner and Alyssa Thomas announced their engagement today.


WNBA GM news:


After four NBA titles, Phoenix's U'Ren is ecstatic to be home.


College coach news:


New Mississippi State coach Michelle Clark-Heard is comfortable out of the spotlight.


Ex-San Francisco player Marija Galic won $750,000 in a case against the school and coach Molly Goodenbour.

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Thursday, July 20, 2023

Blow by blow

Today's results:


The Sun defeated the Dream, 82-71.


The Lynx held off the Sparks, 73-70.


In progress right now: Sky at Mercury and Aces at Storm


WNBA player news:


Satou Sabally talks about overcoming injuries and finding her joy in the game again.


Rachel Banham is out with a fractured thumb.


NCAA news:


Senators offer their latest bill aimed at NIL reform.


The Colonial Athletic Conference has renamed itself the Coastal Athletic Conference.


Khadijah Sessions brings a unique perspective to the Gamecock staff.

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Wednesday, July 19, 2023

Dallas also remains hot

Today's results:


The Fever snapped an 8-game losing streak with an 82-76 win over the Mystics.


The Wings stopped the Liberty, 98-88. Dallas is the only team to beat both Las Vegas and New York this season.


WNBA team news:


Bullies on the block: how the Aces succeed down low.


Las Vegas is leaning on their maturity to keep rolling.


The Aces are not only the league's best team, but the most fun.


How can the Storm turn their season around in the second half?


The injury-plagued Sparks aim to make a playoff push......they hope the return of Layshia Clarendon is the beginning of a turnaround.


WNBA player news:


Aliyah Boston and the beginnings of the next All-Star.


Breanna Stewart has released yet another shoe.


College coach news:


Lisa Bluder/Jan Jensen podcast.

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023

Atlanta picks up where they left off

Today's results:


The Dream beat the Lynx, 82-73, to extend their winning streak to seven.


The Mercury outlasted the Sun, 72-66. Connecticut hadn't lost at that arena for five years.


WNBA team news:


The All-Star game had the highest TV ratings in 16 years.


The Sky begin the second half of the season hoping simply to make the playoffs.


Expansion is a topic of discussion as the season recommences.


WNBA player news:


Chelsea Gray has become one of the league's biggest stars.


An "emotional wreck" last year, Tianna Hawkins finds happiness again.


Aliyah Boston is the ROY frontrunner.


Boston has partnered with the U.S. Virgin Islands as an official tourism ambassador.


College coach news:


Fred Chmiel and Bowling Green are meshing winning cultures.

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Monday, July 17, 2023

WNBA regular season resumes tomorrow

In the meantime...............


WNBA team news:


The Aces will be honored for their 2022 Championship at the White House.


They look to maintain their historic pace in the second half of the season, and claim another title.


Las Vegas players say expansion is important, but other issues should come first.


Consistency is key as regular-season play resumes.


WNBA player news:


Kelsey Mitchell and Aliyah Boston reflect on their first All-Star nods.


Boston has arrived.


WNBA owner news:


New Sky investor Dwayne Wade intends to be involved.


NCAA news:


The NCAA has announced the creation of a WNIT.


College team news:


HBCU teams will have another shot at postseason play.


College coach news:


Wake Forest has extended Megan Gebbia's contract.


USA Basketball news:


The U23 3X3 Nations League team has been named.

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Saturday, July 15, 2023

Oh, what a night

All-Star Game:


Team Stewie beat Team Wilson, 143-127, and Jewell Loyd won MVP by scoring a record-setting 31 points.


Brittney Griner made a triumphant return.....which was also emotional.


Griner's presence is bigger than ever.


The Phoenix Mercury will host next year's All-Star game, commissioner Cathy Engelbert announced today.


WNBA team news:


The Lynx's quest for the playoffs is dependent on their defensive improvement.

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Friday, July 14, 2023

Three-point shooting contest shattered to begin weekend

All-Star news:


Sabrina Ionescu shattered the three-point shooting contest record today, and Las Vegas' duo took the Skills Challenge.


The Aces are happy to show everyone else how they get down.


WNBA player news:


Chelsea Gray isn't just good for Las Vegas - she's one of the greatest.


Jackie Young has found her place with the Aces, and as a WNBA star.


Brittney Griner appreciates being a part of All-Star weekend.


WNBA owner news:


Dwayne Wade has become a part of the Chicago Sky ownership group.

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Thursday, July 13, 2023

The build up

All-Star news:


WNBA stars are happy to be back in Las Vegas this weekend.


The All-Star game looks to make a mark on Vegas, as it eyes the future.


The city is the center of the basketball world heading into competition.


How Las Vegas became pre-eminent in women's basketball.


The Aces are dealing the city a winning hand.


A'ja Wilson and Aliyah Boston bring South Carolina flavor to the event.


Players get $2,000 and a first-class ticket to the All-Star festivities. That's it?


WNBA team news:


The pros and cons of all 12 teams training facilities.


Teams are using their training homes to compete for free agents.


The Sky have questions, both on and off the court, to answer during the break.


WNBA player news:


It it that girl from the commercial? Yes, it's Arike Ogunbowale.


College coach news:


Tonya Cardoza returns to UConn as an assistant coach.

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023

And with that, we're on All-Star break

Today's results:


The Sun pulled away from the Sky, 84-72.


The Wings destroyed the Lynx, 107-67.


The Dream beat the Storm, 85-75.


The Aces dominated the Sparks, 97-78.


WNBA player news:


Kahleah Copper is the glue holding the Sky together through adversity.


Megan Gustafson is growing into her role with the Mercury.

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Tuesday, July 11, 2023

Injuries continue to pile up as the big weekend looms

Today's results:


The Mystics downed the Storm, 93-86.


The Aces made work of the Mercury, 98-72.


WNBA All-Star news:


Rhyne Howard will replace Elena Delle Donne in the All-Star game.


Kelsey Mitchell aims to make the most of her All-Star nod.


The skills challenge will change to a pairings format.


WNBA player news:


Breanna Stewart has the Liberty one step away from the Commissioner's Cup final.


Indiana's NaLyssa Smith has suffered a stress fracture in her left foot, and will be reevaluated in two weeks, and Lexie Hull is out with a broken nose.


After setting the Mystics' franchise record for three's, Ariel Atkins sprained her ankle and had to be carried off the court.


How Brittney Griner's return has inspired other detainees.


What do laws and the CBA say about Dearica Hamby's pregnancy allegations?


Athletes Unlimited news:


Megan Perry and Athletes Unlimited are here to grow women's basketball.

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Monday, July 10, 2023

The beat goes on

WNBA team news:


The Aces are enjoying state-of-the-art facilities as they get set to host the All-Star game.


WNBA player news:


The deeper you dig, the most Kelsey Plum's career-high performance over the weekend stands out.


Napheesa Collier is grateful for her All-Star selection.


Jewell Loyd is expected to return to action this week after spraining an ankle in Saturday's game.


Amanda Zahui B is bringing vet presence to the Fever.


Elena Delle Donne reinjured her left ankle in yesterday's game, and will be out two weeks.


WNBA GM news:


Mercury GM Jim Pitman will retire at the end of the season. Nick U'ren will take the reins.


International news:


Brazil beat the U.S., 69-58, to claim the AmeriCup title last night.

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Sunday, July 9, 2023

The All-Stars keep showing out

Today's results:


Big performances from DeWanna Bonner and Alyssa Thomas paced the Sun past the Mystics, 92-84.


Arike Ogunbowale's 28 points lifted the Wings over the Fever, 77-76.


The Mercury pulled out a 78-72 win over the short-handed Sparks.


The Aces bounced back emphatically, defeating the Lynx 113-89, as Kelsey Plum unloaded for 40 points.


The Dream beat the Sky, 88-77, behind Rhyne Howard's 32 points.


WNBA team news:


The Storm had to alter their travel plans to Washington, as thunderstorms hit the Northeast.


WNBA player news:


Brittney Griner dunked in today's game, for the first time since 2021.


Elena Delle Donne reinjured her ankle in today's game.


WNBA coach news:


Emre Vatansever is still working to define Sky culture under his direction.


Nikki McCray news:


Funeral arrangements have been announced.

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Saturday, July 8, 2023

The game has no days off

Today's result:


The Liberty survived the Storm, 80-76.


All-Star news:


Captains Breanna Stewart and A'ja Wilson drafted today, and the All-Star game rosters are complete.


WNBA team news:


The Aces' issues with size were apparent in last night's loss.


WNBA player news:


Jewell Loyd sustained a left ankle sprain in today's game.


Marina Mabrey doesn't care what anyone thinks.


Nikki McCray:


"Pat glowed when Nikki came to visit".....from the New York Times.


AmeriCup news:


The U.S. held off Canada, 67-63, to advance to the final.


Canada will face Puerto Rico for the bronze medal.

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Friday, July 7, 2023

Wings hand Aces their second loss of the season

Today's results:


The Mystics downed the Fever, 96-88, behind stellar performances from Brittney Sykes and Ariel Atkins.


The Dream pulled away from the Sky, 82-68, for their fourth straight win.


The Wings edged the Aces, 80-78, thanks to a free throw by Natasha Howard.....handing Las Vegas their second loss of the season is a confidence booster for Dallas.


The Lynx ran past the Mercury, 75-64. It is their fifth consecutive win.


WNBA team news:


Voices within the Sky franchise urge separating the head coach and general manager roles.


The New York state of dimes.


WNBA player news:


Jewell Loyd takes center stage for the Storm.


How Sug Sutton overcame the odds to make, and stick with, a WNBA roster.


Storm rookie Dulcy Fankham Mendjiadeu is blazing a path for African-born players in the WNBA.


Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier's plan to keep players at home in the winter.


WNBA coach news:


Washington GM Mike Thibault is proud of his coaching family.


USA Basketball news:


The USA beat Columbia, 68-49, to advance to the AmeriCup semifinals.


College team news:


South Carolina's transfers are taking leadership roles.


College coach news:


Iowa has extended Lisa Bluder's contract through 2029.

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Basketball legend Nikki McCray passes away

Lady Vol legend, Olympic gold medalist, Hall-of-Famer and coach Nikki McCray died Friday, presumably of breast cancer.


Tennessee statements.


Her career spanned far and wide.

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Thursday, July 6, 2023

Hoops on the brain

Today's result:


The Sun dominated the Storm, 93-73.


WNBA team news:


Despite a loaded roster, having Kelsey Plum out last night was a blow for the Aces.


WNBA player news:


Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier are going to form a new offseason, U.S.-based league.....they aim to launch in January.


Elena Delle Donne and Natasha Cloud are nursing injuries for the slumping Mystics.


Odyssey Sims has come full circle with the Wings.


How Queen Egbo fits the Mystics' identity.


College coach news:


Florida A&M coach Shalon Pillow has resigned after two seasons.


Former South Carolina standout Khadijah Sessions joins the staff as an assistant coach.


International news:


Ten reasons you need the U19 World Cup in your life.

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Wednesday, July 5, 2023

What happens when you step up

Today's results:


The Liberty were lifted over the Mercury by Breanna Stewart's 43 points.


The Lynx held off the Fever, 90-83, behind 32 points from Napheesa Collier.


The Aces rallied to beat the Wings, 89-82. It's their ninth consecutive win.


The Dream handled the Sparks, 90-79.


WNBA team news:


A timeline of the Liberty's itinerary through airports, on a recent three-game road trip to the West Coast.


WNBA player news:


Nneka Ogwumike's career highs might be attributed to her lighter load.


Gabby Williams is happy to return, but rips the WNBA's prioritization rule.


James Wade's exit makes Kahleah Copper's future in Chicago more uncertain.


College team news:


Will UConn move to a Power 5 conference?


What the Huskies are looking for in a new assistant coach.


College team news:


There is a lot of optimism around North Carolina.


College player news:


Caitlin Clark played in the John Deere Pro Am Classic today. Photos.


College coach news:


Brandon Schneider remains confident in Kansas.


How a longstanding friendship reunited assistant coach Tony Dukes with Sam Purcell at Mississippi State.

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Tuesday, July 4, 2023

Holiday game prelude

WNBA team news:


The Aces' bonds on and off the court are leading them to success.


WNBA player news:


Candace Parker is making adjustments in her first season in Las Vegas.


The Mystics traded Amanda Zahui B. to the Fever for Queen Egbo.


Dorka Juhasz is following her dream, and her mother's footsteps.


AmeriCup news:


The U.S. fell to Brazil, 54-67.


Canada remains undefeated, after routing Puerto Rico.

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Monday, July 3, 2023

Off-day items

WNBA team news:


As top WNBA teams invest in their players, other teams fall further behind.


Three things we learned about the Sun and the title race this past week.


What the Fever need to do if they want to make the playoffs.


The Mercury's play is still a mixed bag one week after their coaching change.


WNBA player news:


Kayla McBride has taken on a new leadership role with the Lynx.


Gabby Williams is back with the Storm after reaching a deal.


For Ezi Magbegor, the sky is the limit.


WNBA coach news:


James Wade says his decision to leave the Sky was an opportunity to further himself as a coach.


Chicago has an opportunity to separate the coach and GM positions, after Wade's exit, but will they?


College coach news:


Robyn Fralick is settling in as Michigan State's coach.


Patrick Henry and Erika Sisk have been promoted to assistant coaches at Ole Miss.

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Sunday, July 2, 2023

Certified buckets

Today's results:


A career-high 43 points from Rhyne Howard, which included six 3-pointers, propelled the Dream over the Sparks, 112-84.


The Wings topped the Mystics, 89-72, behind 27 points and 15 rebounds from Satou Sabally.


The Sky scraped by the Fever, 89-87, thanks to 28 points from Courtney Williams.


The Liberty cruised past the Storm, 81-66.


International news:


China edged Japan, 73-71, to claim their first Asia Cup since 2012.


College coach news:


Towson coach Laura Harper will remain out on administrative leave until Nov. 27.

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Saturday, July 1, 2023

Earthquakes continue

Today's result:


The Aces dominated the Sun, 102-84.


In progress: Lynx at Mercury


WNBA player news:


All-Star reserves were named, and the list looks like a bunch of starters.


WNBA coach news:


James Wade is leaving the Sky to take an assistant coaching position with the Toronto Raptors.


Chicago statement on the departure.


Wade's exit shows why teams shouldn't let coaches be GMs.


What's next for the team?


AmeriCup news:


The USA began play with an 80-54 rout of Venezuela.


Asia Cup news:


Japan routed New Zealand in the semifinals, and will face China for the trophy.

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