Tempo, Fever earn first wins of the season

Today's results:

The Tempo topped the Storm, 86-73, for their first franchise dub.

The Aces dominated the Sun, 98-69.

The Sky out-dueled the Valkyries, 69-63.

The Fever handled the Sparks, 87-78.

WNBA team news:

The WNBA board of governors approved the sale of the Sun to Houston, paving the way for the Comets' return in 2027.

The Mystics' table looks set for some capital gains.

In their first win last night, the Fire had a culturally-defining moment.

WNBA player news:

A'ja Wilson is going for GOAT status.

Caitlin Clark is still dealing with the mental hurdles of returning from injury.

The Liberty are reaping the benefits of Marine Johannes' new vibe.

Marina Mabrey's journey from second-round pick to Toronto franchise cornerstone.

WNBA coach news:

Tyler Marsh carries the lessons of adversity into his second year at Chicago.

Hot and spicy

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.

Pause for the cause

WNBA team news:

The Valkyries' home court edge persists at Chase Center......they are hungry for more.

The Fire's general manager wants you to underestimate them.

WNBA player news:

Cameron Brink's scoreless night could raise questions about the Sparks' future.

WNBA news:

The league's media rights deal has reportedly grown to $3 billion.

Upshot League news:

The Upshot League has set its rosters in preparation for Friday's season tipoff.

The tables turn

Today's results:

The Storm beat the Sun, 89-82.

The Liberty bested the Mystics in OT, 98-93.

The Aces hammered the Sparks, 105-78......Las Vegas flipped the page from yesterday's drubbing.

The Valkyries made work of the Mercury, 95-79.

It's going to be an interesting season.......

WNBA team news:

Sports-crazy Portland is savoring its second chance to root for pro women's basketball.

The Sun helped create the WNBA, and now the league has outgrown them.

WNBA player news:

LA signed Kate Martin to their developmental pool.....she called the Golden State cut "brutal."

How Flau'jae Johnson and her mother balance their relationship as manager and player.

Some surprises on day 2

Today's results:

The Wings outlasted the Fever, 107-104.

The Mercury smashed the Aces, 99-66.

The Dream came back from behind to nip the Lynx, 91-90.

The Sky downed the Fire, 96-83.

WNBA team news:

With today's blowout win, Phoenix has lost the right to be called underdogs......they are set to run it back.

Portland attracted a sellout crowd for today's home opener.......it set a WNBA record for a franchise's first game.

WNBA player news:

Caitlin Clark felt good in her return to the court.

Arike Ogunbowale picked up right where she left off with Paige Bueckers.

Azzi Fudd came off the bench today - a rarity for a No. 1 pick.

Storm players reflect on balancing their WNBA careers with motherhood.

Natasha Cloud could make her debut for the Sky on Wednesday.

Before today's game, Las Vegas players received their championship rings from last season.

WNBA coach news:

Tyler Marsh enters year two needing to prove he can do more than just scheme.

And we're off: the WNBA's 30th season begins

Today's results:

Breanna Stewart's 31 points paced the Liberty past the Sun, 106-75.

The Mystics edged the Tempo, 68-65.

The Valkyries ran away from the Storm, 91-80.

WNBA team news:

The Aces aren't weighed down by expectations entering the season.

Can New York be champions again?

Seattle has embraced a fresh start with a new-look team.

Golden State is built to win again, with a unique blueprint.

Can the Sky redefine themselves this season?

Toronto's debut was dramatic.

With one of the youngest rosters in the league, the Fire are focused on the long term.

Portland is training using creativity and problem-solving.

The WNBA anticipates significant commercial growth this season.

WNBA player news:

How Brittney Griner's leadership is shaping the culture of rebuilding Connecticut.

Why Kelsey Plum believes this is the Sparks' year.

How Caitlin Clark got healthy for the season.

Courtney Williams is happy to cash in and return to the Lynx.

Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd are ushering in a star-studded era for the Wings.

Georgia Amoore is ready to start her rookie season (again).

WNBA coach news:

The Valkyries' decision to waive Kate Martin meant heartache for Natalie Nakase.

T'was the night before WNBA season begins

WNBA news:

Rosters are set.

The WNBA's new CBA has set the blueprint for other women's sports leagues.

WNBA team news:

How the Tempo are changing Toronto's culture.

Building the Tempo from scratch......Toronto finally gets its moment.

The Sky built a deeper roster, and Tyler Marsh isn't worried about its quirks.

WNBA player news:

Kayla McBride will play the lead role for Minnesota while Napheesa Collier is out.

Every player signature shoe throughout the league's history.

WNBA coach news:

How Sonia Raman went from college walk-on to Seattle's coach.

NCAA news:

The 76-team bracket for the NCAA Tournament has been revealed.

The growing crescendo

WNBA news:

The WNBA's 30th season brings two new teams, a transformational CBA, and another Aces title chase.

The WNBA has changed us.

The WNBA and Skechers have entered a multi-year partnership.

WNBA team news:

The Fever will shift Caitlin Clark off the ball.

The Mercury talk reloading, disrespect and motivation.

The Mystics are excited to begin the season.

The Valkyries are embracing expectations.

The Tempo plan to exceed expectations in their first season.

The Fire want disruption to be a key part of their identity.

The Sky's first-round draft pick signed with the University of Kentucky.

WNBA player news:

A huge pay boost has changed WNBA player's lives.

Napheesa Collier said her critique of the league was "a little dramatic," but it worked.

Hailey Van Lith was claimed by the Sun after being waived from Chicago.

Twelve Aussies are set to light up the WNBA.

Battery charges against Arike Ogunbowale, from a March incident, were dropped.

Ogunbowale reflects on her new $1.2 million contract with the Wings.

The countdown to opening day is on

WNBA team news:

The WNBA is new in Toronto, but women's hoops has a long history in Canada.

The Wings will move to a bigger arena next season, it was revealed......games will be at American Airlines Arena.

Indiana Fever injury report.

Long live the Sacramento Monarchs.

WNBA player news:

These All-Stars decided to play closer to home after the historic CBA deal.

Brittney Griner is getting used to her new role in her 13th season.

Ta'Niya Latson will surprise people in her rookie season, her coach says.

The Storm re-signed Taina Mair as a developmental player.

What it means when a player is waived, and what happens next.

Tina Charles announced her retirement.

WNBA GM news:

A survey of the league's GMs has them picking A'ja Wilson and Paige Bueckers as standouts for the season.

Full survey results.

The Valkyries' GM said the Flau'jae Johnson trade was made for cap room.

WNBA news:

The league has tightened calls on physical play.

Cuts don't feel good

Today's waivers are tough.......

Hailey Van Lith, Rayah Marshall, Maddy Westbeld, Grace Berger and Lindsay Allen, to name a few.....

WNBA team news:

The Fever were built to win this season.

Connecticut fans question the WNBA's decision to move the team.

The Fire are building strong bonds ahead of the season.

WNBA player news:

Sabrina Ionescu will miss two weeks with an ankle sprain.

Monique Billings' injury status is uncertain.

Natasha Cloud signed with the Sky after 30 days in limbo.

A'ja Wilson is growing her GOAT case.

Gabby Williams is back playing in the Bay Area.

Azzi Fudd is confused by WNBA officiating......she's learning from assistant coach Empress Davenport.

College coach news:

UConn coach Geno Auriemma discussed the Dawn Staley outburst for the first time since the Final Four.