19 more days of regular-season play

Today's result:

The Sun ran away from the Mystics, 96-85.

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Storm at Sun

Sky at Lynx

Fever at Wings

Aces at Mercury

Dream at Sparks

WNBA team news:

Portland is once again on the cusp of landing a WNBA team.

WNBA player news:

 

DeWanna Bonner moved into fourth on the WNBA's all-time scoring list today.

Jewell Loyd has been huge for the Storm, but her shooting woes are tough to ignore.

Alyssa Thomas played just seven minutes today, after exiting with a leg injury.

Caitlin Clark is shining, and making her skeptics look silly.

 

Clark is the ROY favorite because she's helping her team win.

 

Inside the rookie of the year race numbers.

College player news:

South Carolina standout Ashlyn Watkins was arrested Friday and charged with assault and battery, and kidnapping. She will appear in court Oct. 25.

Aces, Storm clinch playoff spots

Today's results:

 

The Fever trounced the Sky, 100-81.....that extends their losing streak to five.

The Wings snapped the Lynx's 7-game winning streak, 94-76.

The Aces stopped the Dream, 83-72.....Las Vegas clinched a playoff berth.

The Liberty took down the Storm, 98-85......Seattle clinched a playoff berth, due to Atlanta's loss.

 

Tomorrow's game schedule:

 

Sun at Mystics 

WNBA team news:

Indiana is playing with joy.

WNBA player news:

Caitlin Clark, with a career-high 31 points tonight, isn't focused on being named rookie of the year.

Angel Reese has debuted Reebok's first performance shoe in a decade.

Chelsea Gray looks back at the Olympics and ahead to the future of women's basketball.

End-of-the-season plotlines

WNBA team news:

 

What's wrong with the Aces? Three things to consider.

The Sky's fourth straight loss puts their playoff berth in peril.

The Mercury's offense needs to get out of its funk, their coach says.

WNBA player news:

 

The rookie of the year race will be front and center in the Fever and Sky's final meeting.......the game will be an intriguing subplot.

 

The record-setting seasons of Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese continue to fuel the ROY debate.

Jewell Loyd's clutch three-pointer last night is just the latest in a long line of such shots from the superstar.

Dana Evans is transparent about her desired role: "I'm a point guard."

 

Evans clarified that she did initiate trade talks before the Olympic break.

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Fever at Sky

Lynx at Wings

Dream at Aces

Liberty at Storm

Just when you thought you had it figured out, you don't

Today's results:

The Fever eclipsed the Sun, 84-80.

The Mystics edged the Sky, 74-70.

The Lynx handled the Mercury, 89-76.

The Storm held off the Dream, 85-81.

The Sparks upset the Liberty, 94-88.

No games tomorrow..............

WNBA team news:

Indiana showed growth in tonight's win........Simone Biles and Gabby Thomas were in attendance.

WNBA player news:

Dana Evans is uncertain about her future with Chicago after a frustrating move from her starting role.

Caitlin Clark broke the league rookie single-season three-point record tonight.

Phoenix's "bombshell" post of Sophie Cunningham drew a lot of attention.

Mercury players are navigating financial pressures.

The surprises never end

Today's result:

The Wings clipped the Aces, 93-90, despite a 42-point outburst from A'ja Wilson.

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Sun at Fever

Mystics at Sky

Liberty at Sparks

Lynx at Mercury

Dream at Storm

WNBA team news:

 

The Fever have the most wins since 2016, and the playoffs are in sight.

 

The Liberty's chemistry has propelled them to the best record in the WNBA.

The Sky canceled practice today in the wake of a possible team-wide COVID outbreak.

The Mercury's milestones last night were overshadowed by a loss, and officiating.

The race is ever-heated

Today's results:

The Fever outlasted the Dream, 84-79, as Caitlin Clark broke the rookie three-point record.

The Liberty defeated the Mercury, 84-70.

The Mystics edged the Storm, 74-72.

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Aces at Wings

WNBA team news:

The Aces close out a three-game road trip tomorrow hoping to capitalize on their dramatic victory over the weekend.

WNBA player news:

Kelsey Mitchell had another outstanding game tonight, as she has every night since the Olympic break.

The city of Seattle has named a portion of the street leading up to Climate Pledge Arena "Sue Bird Court."

A pair of heart-stoppers

Today's results:

A'ja Wilson's buzzer-beater basket lifted the Aces over the Sky, 77-75.

The Wings rallied from 22 behind to top the Sparks, 113-110. Both Arike Ogunbowale and Natasha Howard had 30-plus-point games for Dallas.

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Fever at Dream

Liberty at Mercury

Mystics at Storm

WNBA team news:

 

The Sun look like true contenders after two tough back-to-back wins.

 

Can the Storm make a playoff run without improving from the three-point line?

 

The Mercury's playoff picture will be made clear during their homestand. 

The Dream return to State Farm Arena eyeing history.

WNBA player news:

Kamilla Cardoso is playing block-solid defense.

Big-time evening

Today's results:

The Sun stopped the Liberty, 72-64.

Napheesa Collier guided the Lynx past the Fever, 90-80.

 

Tomorrow's game schedule:

 

Aces at Sky

 

Sparks at Wings

WNBA team news:

What the Aces need to do to regain their mojo.

Which road will the Sky take to climb in the standings?

WNBA player news:

Maya Moore's jersey was retired in an emotional ceremony.

Caitlin Clark had a full-circle moment tonight.

Tough, close games light up the night

Today's results:

The Mercury survived the Dream, 82-80.

The Sun hung on to edge the Sky, 82-80.

The Mystics got by the Sparks, 80-74, behind a season-high 28 points from Brittney Sykes.

The Lynx downed the Aces, 87-74.

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Sun at Liberty

Fever at Lynx

WNBA team news:

Washington's win over LA could be costly down the road.

Chicago isn't a championship-minded team, according to former players.

WNBA player news:

 

Tonight Angel Reese became the first rookie in league history to put up 20 or more rebounds in consecutive games.

 

Reese relentlessly pursues offensive rebounds.

Caitlin Clark's progression has erased doubts about her transition into the league.

Rachel Banham and Moriah Jefferson are getting acclimated with their new team.

The players who could effect the playoff race.

Gabby Williams says the Storm "feels like home."

 

Williams can be "a French Army knife."

 

Maya Moore's number will be retired by the Lynx tomorrow.

NCAA news:

The NCAA has revealed the pay structure for the women's basketball tournament.

Sources say that UConn is in preliminary talks to join the Big 12 Conference.

The Liberty stay hot

Today's results:

The Liberty hung on to beat the Wings, 79-71, without Sabrina Ionescu. They've won eight in a row.

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Mercury at Dream

Sky at Sun

Sparks at Mystics

Aces at Lynx

WNBA team news:

 

It's do-or-die time for the Aces.

The Mercury can't sleep on the Dream in their rematch tomorrow.

WNBA player news:

Napheesa Collier is an emerging MVP candidate.

 

A'ja Wilson, Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese could make more history, with a month to go.

Sky player's attendance at the Democratic convention is another example of athletes' political activism.

WNBA coach news:

Fever GM Lin Dunn's faith in coach Christie Sides is paying off.

The playoff picture takes shape

Today's results:

The Dream powered past the Mercury, 72-63.

The Lynx outgunned the Aces, 98-87.

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Wings at Liberty

WNBA team news:

How eight teams can each make a playoff run.

Minnesota wants Napheesa Collier to shoot more.

Phoenix played their worst first quarter of the season tonight.

WNBA player news:

With 12 points tonight, Tina Charles moved into second place on the WNBA's all-time scoring list.

Kelsey Mitchell will be a free agent after this season, but it's more complicated than that.

Caitlin Clark gets to be a her idol Maya Moore's jersey retirement.

Sky players are excited about Kamala Harris, as they attend the Democratic convention.

Winning in spades, and a couple of trades

Today's results:

The Sun outlasted the Sparks, 69-61......the game, in Boston, was sold out.

The Liberty took down the Wings, 94-74, for their seventh straight win.

The Storm downed the Mystics, 83-77.

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Mercury at Dream

Lynx at Aces

WNBA trade and signing news:

On the last day of the trade deadline......

The Mystics dealt Myisha Hines-Allen to the Lynx for a second-round draft pick next year.

The Mercury traded Sug Sutton to the Mystics for the rights to Swedish guard Klara Lundquist.

 

The Storm re-signed Olympic star Gabby Williams.

WNBA team news:

The Sun committed to a practice facility in the near future.

WNBA player news:

Expectations are high for the Aces' reserves after an inactive trade deadline.

Temi Fagbenle is close to return for the Fever, after back-to-back injuries.

 

WNBA players would like more time off after the Olympics before returning to league play.

WNBA coach news:

Curt Miller remains a fan of his former team.

Catching our breath

WNBA team news:

The Storm look to snap out of their post-Olympic funk, and keep history from repeating itself.

 

Why the Sun are hosting a WNBA game in Boston tomorrow.

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Sparks at Sun

Wings at Liberty

Storm at Mystics

WNBA player news:

Natasha Cloud knew Kahleah Copper would boost the Mercury's title hopes.

Veronica Burton will have a homecoming in Boston.

WNBA coach news:

Becky Hammon spoke out about the lawsuit against her and the Aces.

She disputes Dearica Hamby's claims.

Records were meant to be broken

Today's results:

The Dream defeated the Sun, 82-70.

The Fever knocked out the Storm, 92-75.

The Aces ran away from the Sparks, 87-71.

The Mercury thrashed the Sky, 86-68.

WNBA team news:

Rivalries have resumed as the playoff chase continues.

Indiana has matched last year's win total, with 12 games left in the regular season.

How three former Phoenix coaches helped build the team's dynasty.

WNBA player news:

Caitlin Clark broke Ticha Penicheiro's rookie single-season assists record, which had stood for 26 years......she still has many more games yet to play.

Clark got her fifth technical foul, and is two techs away from being suspended.

Clark said the technical inspired her to play harder.

With her family courtside, Lexie Hull got a career high in scoring, and stole the show.

A'ja Wilson broke her own record by notching her 17th 20-point and 10-rebound game of the season tonight.

The top teams stay hot

Today's results:

The Lynx made work of the Mystics, 99-83.

The Liberty dominated the Aces, 79-67.......New York became the first team to clinch a playoff spot.

The Sky rallied from behind to top the Sparks, 90-86.

Tomorrow's game schedule:

 

Sun at Dream

 

Storm at Fever

 

Sparks at Aces

 

Sky at Mercury

 

WNBA player news:

 

Why Kelsey Plum wants fans to know she repeated the fourth grade.

Dearica Hamby's lawsuit against the league and the Aces could shift the CBA.

Detroit native Rickea Jackson is having a standout rookie season.

Some big showings

Today's results:

The Dream squeaked by the Storm, 83-81, as Rhyne Howard lead the way with 30 points.

The Fever ran past the Mercury, 98-89, behind monster performances from Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell.

The Sun routed the Wings, 109-91, fronted by DeWanna Bonner's scoring.

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Lynx at Mystics

Liberty at Aces

Sky at Sparks

WNBA team news:

 

The matchups that will determine the 2024 playoff race.

The Aces are reliving Paris memories, while getting back to work tomorrow.

The Mystics are seeing small victories in a tough 2024 campaign.

Phoenix will honor their 2014 championship team this fall.

And we're back

The Olympians didn't miss a beat in their return to play tonight........

 

Today's WNBA results:

The Mercury handled the Sky, 85-65, behind big nights from Kahleah Copper and Brittney Griner.

The Lynx knocked down the Mystics, 79-68, with Napheesa Collier leading the way.

The Liberty thrashed the Sparks, 103-68, as both Sabrina Ionescu and Breanna Stewart went off.

Tomorrow's game schedule:

Storm at Dream

Mercury at Fever

Sun at Wings

WNBA news:

It's official: next year's All-Star game will be in Indianapolis.

 

Second-half storylines.

The Storm is about to head out on a road trip.

WNBA team news:

 

The Sun are ready to resume the season with the return of Alyssa Thomas......they'll be short-handed.

Three stats that show Minnesota could be title contenders, and one where they could improve.

Fever GM Lin Dunn is navigating a quiet market before the trade deadline.

WNBA player news:

Copper returned to Chicago as a gold medalist......she lights the path for the young Sky stars.

Cheyenne Parker-Tyus weighs in on the growth of the game.

Inside Candace Parker's vision for Adidas women's basketball.

League play resumes tomorrow

Tomorrow's game schedule:

 

Mercury at Sky

 

Mystics at Lynx

 

Liberty at Sparks 

 

WNBA news:

Indianapolis will reportedly host the 2025 WNBA All-Star game.

WNBA team news:

 

The Lynx's four Olympians return to Target Center with three medals, and new perspectives.

How many more wins do the Fever need to make the playoffs?

 

Indiana's jersey sales are up $1,000 percent, ticket sales are up $250 percent, and more.

Five questions for the Sky after the break.

The Mercury resume their season in Chicago, before going to Indy.

The Mystics have three starters back and 15 games to make their playoff push.

WNBA player news:

Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese used the break to reset for the playoffs.

Michaela Onyenwere has earned a starting role with the Sky, after the Marina Mabrey trade.

 

Satou Sabally and Maddy Siegrist are returning to the Wings, which means Monique Billings and Odyssey Sims have been released.

Kahleah Copper was clutch in the Olympics.

Rebecca Allen is week-to-week with a hamstring injury.

WNBA season reloading

WNBA news:

The WNBA break is ending. Here are the top storylines coming out of it.

WNBA team news:

The Aces are standing behind Becky Hammon, as the organization addresses Dearica Hamby's lawsuit.

WNBA player news:

Nneka Ogwumike is taking over the nonprofit organization More Than a Vote, which is refocusing on women's issues and reproductive rights.

Chennedy Carter has a coach who trusts her, and it's taking the Sky to new heights.

Decompression

Team USA news:

U.S. women's basketball has a bright future, but the rest of the world is closing the talent gap.

WNBA team news:

The Lynx are determined to hit the ground running after Cheryl Reeve and Napheesa Collier bring home gold.

What to expect from the Mercury as the season resumes.

What to watch for the Sky in the second half of the schedule.

WNBA player news:

Dearica Hamby is suing the WNBA and the Aces, alleging discrimination.

Players don't feel supported by the league's prioritization rule.

For the eighth time in a row: GOLD!

Today's Olympic results:

The U.S. held off France, 67-66, to take their eighth straight gold medal in an Olympic Games.

It was the slimmest of margins.

In the bronze medal match, Ezi Magbegor lead Australia past Belgium, 85-81.

A'ja Wilson was tournament MVP.....Gabby Williams was the defensive player......best coach was Nigeria's Rena Wakama.

All-second team.

Both the women's and men's tournaments saw record attendance at these Olympics.

 

More Olympic news:

 

Diana Taurasi won an unprecedented sixth gold medal in hoops.

Lauren Jackson ends her Olympic career with a fifth gold medal.

Gold meant more to Brittney Griner, after her detainment in Russia.......she was emotional during the anthem.

The night before the medal games

Olympic news:

 

Tomorrow's gold medal game between the U.S. and France tips at 6:30 a.m. PT.......the bronze match between Belgium and Australia is 2:30 a.m. PT.

Diana Taurasi is one game away from making Olympic history.

Brittney Griner is cherishing her Olympic experience after being detained in Russia two years ago.

U.S. and France punch their gold medal game tickets

Today's Olympic results:

The USA handled Australia, 85-64, to advance to the gold medal game.

Eight straight medals are now in view for the U.S..........they won with unselfish play.

France needed and overtime to put away Belgium, 81-75.

The gold and bronze medal games are set.

What to expect in the final.

More Olympic news:

On a veteran U.S. squad, Jackie Young is balling out.

Still playing at 43, Lauren Jackson is an inspiration to other Olympians.

Semifinals on tap tomorrow

Olympics news:

All eyes are on the semifinals tomorrow, as the U.S. and Australia face off.......game preview.

 

Can the Aussies stop the Americans?

France-Belgium preview.

Breanna Stewart and other Team USA moms are enjoying chasing Olympic history.

 

Nigeria made history in their Olympic run.

WNBA news:

The Wings prepare for the return of Satou Sabally and Maddy Siegrist, but may have trouble keeping Odyssey Sims and Monique Billings.

Toronto's expansion franchise is seeking suggestions for a team name, and colors.

Angel Reese has a new Reebok collection.

NCAA news:

The NCAA Board of Governors approved Division I funding that will be used toward rewarding women's basketball teams who make the NCAA Tournament. Schools will begin to earn funds in 2026.

A day of intense competition

Today's Olympic results:

The quarterfinals were fiery..............

Australia cruised past Serbia, 85-67.......Alanna Smith and Jade Melbourne lead the way for the winners.

Belgium advanced to their first-ever semi by taking down unbeaten Spain, 79-66.

France took care of Germany, 84-71.

The U.S. ran away from Nigeria, 88-74......why things got testy.

The semifinals are set for Friday: USA-Australia and France-Belgium.

More Olympic news:

Team USA seeks balance during the Olympics.

Why it matters that Nigeria hung tough today.

Olympic quarterfinal basketball to feature quality matchups

Olympics news:

Have we seen Team USA's best in these Games? Nigeria is next tomorrow, in the first knockout round.

The U.S. lauds Nigeria's success, but aims to end their feel-good story.

Germany-France preview.

USA-Nigeria preview.

Serbia-Australia preview.

Spain-Belgium preview.

Lauren Jackson and Diana Taurasi bring a lot of experience to their Olympic teams.

WNBA news:

Teresa Weatherspoon is prepping hard for the season's second half, as the Sky chase a playoff spot.

NCAA news:

The NCAA has taken a step towards financially rewarding schools for reaching the NCAA Tournament.

It's about to go down

Today's Olympic results:

The U.S. 3X3 team defeated Canada, 16-13, to claim the bronze medal.

Germany held off Spain, 17-16, to win gold.

More Olympics news:

 

Can Nigeria beat Team USA tomorrow?......they will need an Olympic miracle to win. 

Breanna Stewart's strong start at the Games is just business as usual.

Americans playing abroad are helping grow the Olympic game.

More of the unexpected in Olympic tournament play

Today's Olympic results:

Nigeria surprised Canada, 79-70.

 

The U.S. shook off a slow start to rout Germany, 87-68.

 

Australia took out France, 79-72.

 

More Olympic news:

 

Nigeria becomes the first team from that country to send a squad to the Olympic quarterfinals.

USA's bench was the catalyst in their win.......the dub gives them the top seed.

 

Breanna Stewart and A'ja Wilson are thriving with their point guards in the Olympics.

Team USA faces Nigeria in the next round.

The U.S. 3X3 team is gearing for the semifinals tomorrow.

WNBA news:

The Sun are using the break to incorporate new guard Marina Mabrey.

U.S. in the quarterfinals tomorrow

Today's results:

 

Spain outlasted Serbia, 70-62.

The USA's 3X3 team beat China twice today, and will play for a medal on Monday.

 

More Olympics news:

 

Team USA faces Germany in the quarterfinals tomorrow.

 

Maria Conde can be the spark for Spain's podium push.

WNBA news:

The Sky's new practice facility will help them compete with the league's elite.

Angel Reese's impact has just begun.

3X3 team keeps winning

Today's Olympic results:

The USA 3X3 team won twice more today, beating Canada and France.

More Olympics news:

 

A'ja Wilson said a referee told her to keep her emotions in check during the Belgium game.

 

Jewell Loyd's gold mamba mentality propels her success on and off the court.

Hailey Van Lith's ascent to the pinnacle of 3X3 hoops.

 

WNBA news:

 

Meet Teresa Resch, the president of the WNBA's new Toronto franchise.

College news:

Notre Dame guard Olivia Miles is excited for her comeback.

Team USA survives challenge from Belgium, advances to quarterfinals

Today's Olympic results:

The U.S. fought off Belgium, 87-74, to advance to the quarterfinals......it was a rare Olympic challenge.

 

France downed Nigeria, 75-54.

Australia bounced Canada, 70-65.

Germany muscled past Japan, 75-64.

The 3X3 team beat Spain, 17-11.

More Olympics news:

Today's win was Team USA's 57th straight at the Games.

Today Diana Taurasi became the first Olympic hooper to achieve 40 wins.

Satou Sabally scored 33 points today, and moved into the Olympic all-time top 10.

 

The U.S. squad is Breanna Stewart and A'ja Wilson's team now.

Jewell Loyd Olympic diary.

Sabrina Ionescu is living the dream in Paris.

Brittney Griner is thrilled at the freeing of U.S. citizens from Russia, in a prisoner swap.

WNBA news:

The Sky are back at practice with newly-acquired Rachel Banham and Moriah Jefferson.