A few bits

Today's result:

The Aces defeated the Valkyries, 91-81.

WNBA team news:

The Fever need to find their competitive spirit.

The young Mystics are finding fun and chemistry, even when wins don't follow.

College coach news:

Gavin Petersen has changed his approach at Utah.

Some teams continue to surprise

Today's results:

The Tempo dominated the Storm, 93-72.

The Sun squeaked by the Sparks, 84-81.

The Fire had no problem with the Fever, 100-84.

WNBA team news:

Portland set a new attendance record today.

Frustrations are mounting for the Sky during their four-game skid.

WNBA player news:

Kiki Rice has become key for Toronto, as she continues to shine in her rookie season.

Megan Gustafson looked good in her first start for the Fire today.

Brittney Griner today became the 18th player in league history to score 6,000 career points.

Azura Stevens seeks stability after an injury delayed her season start.

Hailey Van Lith was brought back by Connecticut as a developmental player.

A lot of fight on a quiet night

Today's results:

The Liberty overcame the Mercury, 75-68.

The Lynx ran away from the Sky, 79-58.

The Sparks edged the Mystics, 92-87.

The Dream pounded the Fire, 86-66.

WNBA team news:

Rebounding is a problem for the Tempo, but the solution could be simple.

Chicago is looking to address their rebounding woes.

WNBA player news:

How higher WNBA salaries have brought more European players to the league.

The Storm signed Stefanie Dolson to be a mentor, but she's also been a key contributor.

Why Azzi Fudd looked different in her first start last night.

Is Sydney Taylor the answer for the Sky's struggling offense?

WNBA coach news:

Becky Hammon called out the referees after last night's game, saying she's tired of the free throw discrepancy.

Underdogs rule

Today's results:

The Wings toppled the Aces, 95-87.

The Valkyries held off the Fever, 90-88.

WNBA team news:

How the first-place Lynx are finding success without Napheesa Collier.

Minnesota signed Teaira McCowan for depth.

When they need a clutch moment, the Fire turn on the Leite show.

Portland's secret weapon is a 35-year-old Slovenian rookie.

The Sun activated Leila Lacan and waived Hailey Van Lith.

WNBA player news:

A'ja Wilson's take on people's odd fixation with her personal life.

Jonquel Jones believes the Liberty are building a resilient identity.

Why Caitlin Clark enlisted Steph Curry's trainer.

How hockey won over Flau'jae Johnson.

Some important wins

Today's results:

The Tempo outlasted the Sky, 111-104.

The Liberty ran away from the Mercury, 84-74.

The Mystics handled the Storm, 78-64.

The Fire downed the Sun, 71-61.

WNBA player news:

Breanna Stewart at year 10: her key to longevity.

Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd are giving the Wings a new offensive dimension with their signature shots.

Awak Kuier's two-way surge is giving Dallas depth.

Katie Lou Samuelson calls her return "surreal."

Satou Sabally, dealing with an illness, missed tonight's game.

Sabally says she left Phoenix "for my own protection."

Marina Mabrey and Chicago still see the best in each other.

Minnesota rookie Olivia Miles has always been "different."

These are the basketball days of our lives

WNBA team news:

The Liberty's 3-4 start isn't what they expected.

The Lynx and other teams are adjusting to the WNBA's tighter officiating.

WNBA player news:

A new year, a new Kamilla Cardoso?

Emily Engstler is turning into an elite defender with Portland.

Jessica Shepard is proving critical to the Wings' rebuild.

The promise and peril of Cameron Brink is clearer than ever in her third season.

Kelsey Plum sprained her ankle in practice and is out at least one week.

How Bree Hall found her way back to the Fever.

WNBA president and GM news:

The woman behind the Valkyries' billion-dollar rise.

The Tempo's GM relies heavily on international talent.

Memorial Day action

Today's results:

The Fire handed the Liberty their third straight loss, 81-74.

The Valkyries torched the Sun, 97-70.

WNBA team news:

The Sky is banking on better ball movement to revive their offense.

WNBA player news:

How a blunt chat put Brittney Sykes on the right path.

Why Aneesah Morrow takes pride in being undersized.

Dream, Wings and Storm all win

Today's results:

The Dream came back from 15 behind to eclipse the Mercury, 82-80.

The Wings whipped the Liberty, 91-76. Sabrina Ionescu made her season debut.

The Storm ran past the Mystics, 97-85. Michaela Onyenwere and Katie Lou Samuelson made their season debuts.

WNBA coach news:

Fire coach Alex Sarama's system starts before games.

More intriguing scores

Today's results:

The Lynx stopped the Sky, 85-75.

The Fire rolled past the Tempo, 99-80.

The Sparks put away the Aces, 101-95.

WNBA team news:

The Liberty knows where it wants to go, but getting there won't be easy.

WNBA player news:

Sabrina Ionescu will  make her season debut tomorrow.

Lauren Betts is off to a slow start. The Mystics aren't worried.

Why Zia Cooke has been one of the Storm's biggest surprises so far.

Cameron Brink is at full strength, and ready to make her mark.

WNBA coach news:

The Alex Sarama system clicked tonight, as Portland set a franchise record in their win.

Plugging along

Today's results:

The Dream made work of the Wings, 86-69, in Rhyne Howard's return.

The Fever topped the Valkyries, 90-82.

The Storm got revenge on the Sun, 77-59.

WNBA news:

The WNBA and WNBPA have completed and signed the long form version of the CBA.

WNBA team news:

Portland's two-decade journey to bring the WNBA back.

WNBA player news:

Caitlin Clark says returning from her injuries of last year is a "mental challenge."

Azura Stevens will make her season debut for Chicago tomorrow.

Azzi Fudd is showing promise.

Seattle rookie Awa Fam is excited about her new challenge.