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Today's results:

The Dream stopped the Wings, 77-72.

The Fire snagged their first win, 98-96 over the Liberty.

The Lynx held off the Mercury, 88-84.

WNBA team news:

Valkyries fans say there's no place like their home court.

The Aces look to build off their first win as they travel to Connecticut.

The Tempo look to improve through experience.

WNBA player news:

Azzi Fudd is coming into her own as Dallas' new star.......but she didn't play in tonight's home opener.

Key Fever forward Monique Billings says she's "ready to go" after an ankle injury.

Hailey Van Lith looks to revive her pro career with the Sun.

Pauline Astier's maturity is impressing New York.

College team news:

South Carolina and UConn will play each other again this November.

College coach news:

UCLA has extended Cori Close's contract through 2029-2030.