Seeds locking and seasons ending

Today's results:

The Dream dumped the Liberty, 83-65, and locked up the fourth seed.

The Wings got the best of the Storm, 103-91.

WNBA playoff news:

The Lynx clinched the No. 1 playoff seed with the Valkyries' loss last night, and will face New York on Sunday.

Kayla Thornton remains invaluable for Golden State as they prepare for the playoffs.

The Aces are chasing a championship as coach Becky Hammon cautions that they are not a finished product.

Is New York a real title contender?

WNBA team news:

The Fire's first season was a success, despite no playoff berth......the team is full of promise.

Seattle's young core went into tonight's last game with mixed feelings.

WNBA player news:

Angel Reese left tonight's game after being hit in the face, and Jonquel Jones tweaked her ankle.

Breanna Stewart sat out tonight's game as a precaution.

Olivia Miles will miss Minnesota's regular-season finale.

Still grinding

Today's results:

The Mystics eclipsed the Sun, 79-69, for a franchise record 27th win.

The Fever rolled past the Lynx, 96-77.

The Sky downed the Tempo, 97-85.

The Aces topped the Sparks, 89-79.

The Fire needed an OT to upend the Valkyries, 90-82.

WNBA team news:

How losing could boost Toronto's chance for the No. 1 draft pick next year.

WNBA player news:

"Born a leader," Shakira Austin has guided the youthful Mystics back to the playoffs.

Nneka Ogwumike is grateful for her 15-year career.

Jessica Shepard's breakout season for Dallas doesn't surprise her, or teammate Paige Bueckers.

How making a conscious effort to avoid an eighth tech has helped Caitlin Clark play better basketball.

In letting Olivia Miles be herself, Minnesota unleashed a star.

Gabriela Jaquez is reminding us why Chicago chose her at No. 5.

Breanna Stewart's nine-year record of not getting a technical foul ended last night in the Liberty's loss to the Dream.

Rachel Banham is starting to think about life after basketball.

Pushing and pushing

Today's results:

The Dream beat the Liberty, 95-84.

The Mercury edged the Wings, 87-86.

WNBA playoff news:

The final week of the regular season sees the playoff picture still muddled.

Dallas could be seeded as high as fifth.

WNBA player news:

NaLyssa Smith is finding a new perspective from the sideline.

WNBA team president news:

Sun president Jennifer Rizzotti will relocate with the team to Houston.

Records made and broken, and a statue is unveiled

Today's results:

The Lynx put away the Sun, 101-89.

The Liberty crushed the Tempo, 106-69.

The Mystics routed the Fever, 93-77.

The Sparks made work of the Fire, 105-84.

The Aces ran past the Storm, 98-77.

WNBA team news:

The Libs are getting their own Air Force 1 shoe.

Toronto's support of their team in their home finale was evident.

WNBA player news:

Nneka Ogwumike today became the fourth player in WNBA history to score 8,000 career points.

A'ja Wilson became the first player in league history to log two 1,000-point seasons.

Olivia Miles broke Caitlin Clark's rookie points record for most scored in a season.

Lisa Leslie's statue was unveiled today at Crypto.com Arena.

No surprises on this day

Today's results:

The Wings bested the Mercury, 87-82, in their final game at College Park Center.

The Dream dominated the Sky, 101-86.

The Valkyries silenced the Storm, 70-57.

WNBA player news:

Paige Bueckers claimed the league record for most points scored in their first two seasons.

Why Olivia Miles is known as "The Spectacle."

No. 1 playoff seed still up for grabs

Today's results:

The Liberty sunk the Lynx, 93-81.

The Valykries ran away from the Fire, 82-66.

The Fever handled the Tempo, 103-85.

WNBA team news:

The Valkyries have resumed their chase for the top playoff seed.

WNBA player news:

Kelsey Mitchell broke A'ja Wilson's single-season scoring record tonight.

Iyana Martin's World Cup run has reshaped Portland's guard picture.

Golden State rookie Juste Jocyte is more comfortable after the World Cup break.

WNBA coach news:

Mike Thibault will return to Connecticut to bid the Sun goodbye.

Many points scored

Today's results:

The Dream smashed the Sun, 103-59.

The Mystics pounded the Sky, 110-80.

The Wings trounced the Sparks, 97-77.

The Aces throttled the Storm, 114-77.

The Mercury survived the Fire, 94-91.

WNBA team news:

It's second and go time for the Valkyries......whose front court trio has yet to return from the World Cup.

WNBA player news:

Tonight Rhyne Howard broke Sabrina Ionescu's record for most three-pointers in a season.

Sandersville, Georgia made Allisha Gray who she is.

Despite this lost season, Seattle's young players want to finish on their own terms.

Sydney Taylor sees a long-term future with Chicago.

And we're back in 5...4...3...2...

Five games on the schedule tomorrow, as the WNBA season resumes

WNBA team news:

The Lynx are on the hunt for title redemption.

Golden State is still without key players as the season resumes.

The Aces are hitting the ground running.

The Sun are set for their final week in Connecticut before the team moves to Houston.

Morgan Tuck will relocate and remain the GM of the franchise.

WNBA player news:

Jackie Young left an impression on Stephanie White at the World Cup.

Janelle Salaun could become the go-to option for the Valkyries during the playoffs.

Courtney Vandersloot wasn't the closer she expected to be this year, but shouldn't have to fill that role next season.

Why Paige Bueckers was limited in the World Cup title game.....she returns "laser-focused" on the Wings.

Does Dallas have buyer's remorse with Azzi Fudd?

Marina Mabrey is out for the season with a hip adductor injury.

Two days until the WNBA's return

WNBA team news:

How the Mystics fast-tracked from a rebuild to a playoff team in two seasons.

The three teams under the most pressure heading down the season's final stretch.

WNBA player news:.

Azzi Fudd is ready to be Dallas' hype woman.

The Wings' years of patience are paying off for defensive specialist Awak Kuier.

Tina Charles is an intern for the Liberty as she pursues a Master's degree from UConn.

Tamika Catchings discusses how she finds her direction in life.

WNBA commissioner news:

Sophie Cunningham talked with Adam Silver about the WNBA's new commissioner.

Silver has heard from "several" potential candidates for the job.....the new leader will have more autonomy.

Five needles the new commissioner will have to thread.

Mondays are quiet

WNBA news:

The Valkyries have four games left in the regular season. Here's what's at stake.

Five things to watch as the Aces gear for a playoff run.

Three things to keep an eye on as the Sky return.

A Vancouver, B.C. group says it is forming a bid for a WNBA team.

Team USA wins World Cup for fifth time

World Cup news:

The U.S. came from behind in the first to beat France, 97-79, and win the World Cup for the fifth straight time.

Breanna Stewart was the tournament MVP.

Spain doused Germany, 81-58, for the bronze medal.

USA and France will battle for gold

World Cup news:

France ran past Germany, 86-64, in semifinal one today.

The U.S. pulled away from Spain, 76-66, in the second semi.

The Team USA-France final tomorrow is highly-anticipated.

The U.S. team is focused on themselves.

Tomorrow's game is at 11 a.m. PT on TNT.

Revving up again

World Cup news:

The U.S. and Spain face off tomorrow at 11 a.m. PT

Semifinals preview.

Team USA took coach Kara Lawson's message to heart.

The last time the U.S. beat Spain for gold, Breanna Stewart was there.

Caitlin Clark and Megan DiLeo meet with medal hopes on the line.

Jackie Young has a chance to make history in her World Cup debut.

WNBA rivals are turning into teammates.

WNBA news:

The league is looking for a "Commissioner for the People."

Katie Lou Samuelson will miss the rest of the season after undergoing a knee procedure.

U.S. punches semifinals ticket with rout of Hungary

World Cup news:

The U.S. hammered Hungary, 108-56.

Germany's coach hailed their "best night" after they made the semifinals.

Awa Fam and Iyana Martin are leading the youthful charge for Spain.

Can Marine Johannes set the World Cup triples record?

Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark are having fun playing together for the U.S.

Ezi Magbegor tore her ACL in Australia's win this week, and will miss the rest of the WNBA season.

The World Cup semifinals tip off Saturday

Between rounds

World Cup news:

Australia staved off Italy, 82-80.

The USA eyes more consistency as they face Hungary.

The U.S. is still the team to beat.

Hungary's rise reflects the global growth of the game.

Quarterfinal preview.

Caitlin Clark's journey to the World Cup is almost a decade in the making......she has been a great playmaker.

Tamika Catchings recalls Team USA's transition as a new generation takes center stage.

WNBA news:

The playoff schedule is out.

A'ja Wilson injury update.

Kate Martin is still figuring out who she is as a player.

The WNBA will begin its search for Cathy Engelbert's successor later this month.

The quarterfinals are set

World Cup news:

Germany and Hungary advanced to the quarterfinals by ousting South Korea and Japan, respectively.

The U.S. will face the Hungarians in a few short hours.

Wearing the USA jersey never loses its luster for Napheesa Collier.....she is trying to pay it forward.

Breanna Stewart is embracing the pressure.

That's more like it

Today's World Cup results:

The U.S. crushed the Czech Republic, 105-64.

France demolished Nigeria, 111-56, and broke records in the process.

Germany swept aside Mali, 83-58.

Spain ran past Japan, 79-59.

All game reports

More World Cup news:

The final phase is set.

After their close call yesterday, Team USA coach Kara Lawson called out the team's passion.

France is aiming for the medal round for the first time in 73 years.

Puerto Rico demands more respect after eliminating Turkey.

Julie Allemand is now the World Cup's all-time assists leader.

Ziyu Zhang is a unique player with a unique trajectory.

WNBA news:

The WNBA changed. Cathy Engelbert didn't.

USA survives a close one

Today's World Cup results:

The U.S. escaped Italy, 55-52.

China edged the Czech Republic in OT, 74-70.

More World Cup news:

Jackie Young is living her dream leading Team USA.

WNBA team news:

How the Lynx are dealing with their break.

Teams and dreams

World Cup news:

Mali upset Spain, as France, Germany and Hungary also won today.

How the U.S. competed on the first day, compared to their rivals.

Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and Paige Bueckers are already making their presence felt for Team USA.

The debuts of the younger players hints at a changing of the guard.

Chelsea Gray is looking forward to filling a veteran role in World Cup competition.

Team USA takes on Italy tomorrow at 11:45 a.m. PT

Team USA wins first game, and Cathy Engelbert retires

World Cup news:

Team USA knocked out China, 94-61.

Italy snagged their first win in 30 years.

How the U.S. basketball system has shaped Nigeria's team.

WNBA executive news:

Cathy Engelbert announced she will retire in December......what comes next for the WNBA.

Under Engelbert, growth and controversy were intertwined.

WNBPA leaders commented on Engelbert's retirement.

Ariana Adonian is the new general manager for the Sparks.

WNBA team news:

The Lynx saw the league's international boom coming. Here's how they positioned themselves to capitalize on the trend.

World Cup play tips tomorrow

Full schedule

World Cup news:

With a new-look roster and no A'ja Wilson, the U.S. title defense gets tougher.

A 30-game winning streak is on the line.

A duo standing 7-3 and 6-10 will have teams looking up to China.

After waiting her turn, Caitlin Clark's World Cup moment has arrived.

Sue Bird faces a new kind of pressure as managing director of the women's national team.

WNBA player news:

Satou Sabally will miss the rest of the season with a concussion.

Competition time is near

World Cup news:

Every team's complete lineup.

Team USA looks to jell with little practice time before competition.

Which teams are the biggest threat to the U.S.?

Gabby Williams has been named France's captain for competition......can the French end a 73-year medal drought?

Angel Reese is ready to inspire.

Dominique Malonga is ready to dunk in competition.

The Wings' Li Yueru will miss World Cup play for China due to a lost passport.

The Storm's front court will square off at the World Cup.

Megan DiLeo has a special mission at the World Cup.

The future is now for new-look Australia.

WNBA team news:

Dallas is looking to maintain playoff momentum during the break.

College player news:

Kymora Johnson was told by Dawn Staley to stay at Virginia.

Kate Koval said she left LSU due to the addition of a Russian player.

Around the hoops world

World Cup news:

Kara Lawson says this World Cup will be the most challenging yet for the U.S.

Paige Bueckers' World Cup debut brings her USA Basketball journey full circle.

The time is now for Bueckers, Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese.

Team USA's golden era isn't over. It's cake walk is.

Everything to know about the World Cup.

WNBA team news:

After six straight losing seasons, the Sparks are betting on youth and a $150 million practice facility.

WNBA player news:

Clark says she's feeling the best she's felt in her career.

Skylar Diggins will miss the rest of the season as she continues to rehab a knee injury.

Diggins' future with the organization is open to interpretation.

Another pause for the cause

World Cup news:

Kelsey Plum is out for the season with injury, and A'ja Wilson will also miss the World Cup.......Kiki Iriafen and Sonia Citron will be their replacements.

The Liberty have seven players going to Berlin.

WNBA team news:

After the break, the Dream will face a sprint for playoff seeding.

The Valkyries are primed for a big finish after the World Cup break.

The Fire are leaning into experimentation after playoff elimination.

WNBA player news:

DeWanna Bonner is embracing the whirlwind.

And with that, we are on FIBA World Cup break

Today's results:

The Dream took down the Lynx, 89-81.

The Sparks trounced the Storm, 90-74.

The Valkyries rolled past the Fire, 86-69.

The Wings crushed the Sun, 97-71.

Regular-season play resumes Sept. 16.......

WNBA team news:

Minnesota heads into the break on a two-game losing streak. Here's what they can learn from it.

WNBA player news:

Angel Reese notched a WNBA record 29th season double-double today.

Sarah Ashlee Barker has rejoined Portland after knee surgery.

FIBA World Cup news:

Team USA specs.

Winding down

Today's results:

The Liberty ran past the Sky, 85-66.

The Mercury dismantled the Tempo, 101-69.

WNBA team news:

Why is one WNBA team calling in national security experts?

WNBA player news:

Kiah Stokes anchors Golden State's dominating defense.

Sydney Taylor's first slump is part of becoming a star.

Unexpected losses

Today's results:

The Fever dimmed the Sun, 111-91.

The Fire surprised the Dream, 101-83.

The Aces routed the Tempo, 93-73.

The Sparks edged the Mystics, 88-82.

WNBA team news:

Lynx ticket prices are soaring.

What should the Sky's owner do about the team missing the playoffs again?

Both familiar and new faces will help the Mercury down their final stretch.

WNBA player news:

Kelsey Mitchell and Caitlin Clark continue their assault on the WNBA record books.

Mitchell is putting together one of the greatest scoring seasons in league history.

The league's future is global. Awa Fam is what it looks like.

The Force is strong with some teams

Today's results:

The Valkyries humbled the Liberty, 79-60.

The Mystics outlasted the Mercury, 80-73.

WNBA team news:

The Dream have always had good chemistry. Now it's paying off.

WNBA player news:

NaLyssa Smith will miss the rest of the season with a lower leg injury.

DeWanna Bonner has signed with Atlanta.

Cruising toward the pause

Today's results:

The Valkyries crushed the Sun, 89-64.

The Storm ran away from the Tempo, 90-78.

WNBA team news:

In just their second season, Golden State are already likely contenders.

The Fire are out of the playoffs, but there are at least seven reasons why the future is bright.

The Storm have a potentially dominant frontcourt. Can they coexist?

All's well that ends well

Today's results:

The Sun stopped the Sky, 87-81.

The Wings blew out the Fire, 96-78, and clinched their first playoff berth since 2023.

The Mystics eased past the Mercury, 94-84.

WNBA team news:

The Liberty are confident they are continuing to shore up their defense.

Here's why there is still a lot of hope left for Portland.

The World Cup break creeps closer

Today's results:

The Valkyries upended the Lynx, 80-66.

The Dream pulled away from the Sparks, 78-71.

WNBA team news:

The playoff race has tightened as the league readies for the World Cup break.

Napheesa Collier's return has boosted Minnesota's title chances.

The Tempo are learning and growing through a tough inaugural season.

The Sparks believe they have a lot left to prove, with eight games left.

WNBA player news:

The Mercury will buy out DeWanna Bonner's contract.

Angel Reese keeps getting better as Atlanta continues their surge run.

Nneka Ogwumike is retiring from the WNBA on her own terms.

Big performances, big results

Today's results:

Paige Bueckers propelled the Wings over the Storm, 92-70.

Caitlin Clark lead the Fever past the Sky, 113-90.

The Mystics rallied from behind to eclipse the Fire, 105-100.

The Aces downed the short-handed Tempo, 88-78.

WNBA team news:

In a higher-scoring league, Indiana has one of the best offenses ever.

The recent struggles of the Valkyries may have revealed their biggest flaws.

With today's loss, Chicago is out of the playoffs.

WNBA player news:

Natisha Hiedeman built a brand bigger than basketball, and is doing the same in Seattle.

Brittney Sykes, Aneesah Morrow and maybe Marina Mabrey are all out for the rest of the season with injury.

NaLyssa Smith was injured in tonight's game.

Other news:

A former NBA player was kicked out of the Sky-Fever game after he was confronted by Natasha Cloud.

More clinching

Today's results:

The Liberty handed the Fever their second straight loss, 109-102.

The Sparks topped the Sun, 77-68.

The Dream made work of the Mercury, 99-89, and clinched a playoff spot.

WNBA player news:

Breanna Stewart seeks a "safe space" for WNBA fans amidst transgender rallies.

Elite activity

Today's results:

The Lynx handled the Mystics, 94-84.

The Sky slipped past the Valkyries, 73-70.

The Tempo ended their 12-game losing streak with a gutty 82-79 win over the Fire......the Fever clinched a playoff spot as a result of the Portland loss

WNBA team news:

With back-to-back wins, the Dream look more like a team ready for a playoff run.

Toronto is looking to build a fan base in Vancouver.

WNBA player news:

How Kelsey Mitchell developed into one of the league's most elite scorers.

Bell and Telus are making a play for Marina Mabrey's business for her wifi troubles.

How WNBA players are spending their new millions.

Taking shape

Today's results:

The Wings snapped the Fever's five-game winning streak, 91-85.

The Aces rolled by the Sun, 101-78.

The Dream annihilated the Sparks, 124-88......LA is now eliminated from the playoffs for the sixth straight year

WNBA team news:

The Lynx have proven their the league's best team. Can they finish the job?

The Tempo has a Canada-wide reach.

The Liberty hope Han Xu can fill in for Jonquel Jones.

WNBA player news:

Kelsey Mitchell broke the WNBA record for consecutive 20-point games, with her 21st.

WNBA coach news:

Natalie Nakase always has an answer. Now she faces Golden State's toughest question yet.

All the news that's fit to link

Today's results:

The Mystics ran past the Tempo, 93-82.

The Lynx turned back the Valkyries, 77-66.

WNBA team news:

Toronto has been eliminated from playoff contention with tonight's loss.

WNBA player news:

Kelsey Mitchell is probable for tomorrow's Indiana game, with an illness.

Shakira Austin's faith in her game has never wavered. Now others believe too.

Olivia Miles is mastering the WNBA's toughest position faster than most.

Gabby Williams' elite defense outshines her scoring breakout.

Kiki Iriafen isn't a unicorn. She's a destroyer.

Nneka Ogwumike announced she will retire at the end of this season.

Ogwumike is one of the league's most unique stars.

Azzi Fudd will undergo a procedure on her injured knee, and miss the rest of the season.

Satou Sabally will sit out the FIBA World Cup as she recovers from a concussion.

Records broken, playoff concerns

Today's results:

The Sun stopped the Sparks, 85-77.

The Fever defeated the Tempo, 101-95.

The Sky stunned the Liberty, 93-86.

The Dream put away the Aces, 97-82.

WNBA team news:

The Mercury poached Maddy Westbeld from Chicago.

WNBA player news:

Kelsey Mitchell tied the WNBA record for most 20-point or more games in a row, with 20, while she and Caitlin Clark scored 20 or more in their 16th game - a league record.

Mitchell became overheated again tonight, and sat out the fourth quarter.

The WNBA's most hyped rookie, Olivia Miles, is just as effortlessly cool off the court.

Kamilla Cardoso has quietly become the Sky's mainstay.

WNBA coach news:

Becky Hammon was ejected after a heated exchange with referees tonight.

WNBA All-Star game news:

The Bay Area will host next year's All-Star game.

Valkyries claim their spot

Today's result:

The Valkyries held off the Wings, 78-70, to clinch a playoff spot.

WNBA team news:

The Tempo are looking to a returning Brittney Sykes for a lift, amidst a losing streak......Sykes could return to action tomorrow.

Three ways the Sky can make the most of their last nine games.

WNBA player news:

Makayla Timpson is showcasing why the Fever believe in her.

WNBA coach news:

How Natalie Nakase is bracing Golden State for a tough stretch before the FIBA break.

Don't take a play off

Today's results:

The Sky slipped past the Storm, 82-80.

The Fever held on to beat the Dream in OT, 95-91.

The Fire nipped the Mercury, 88-85.

WNBA team news:

The Valkyries remain on the verge of clinching a playoff spot.

What the remainder of the season holds for Phoenix.

WNBA player news:

Jessica Shepard is nearing return from injury.

Stephanie White explains Makayla Timpson's development.

Diana Taurasi was inducted into the Mercury's ring of honor today.

The playoff picture begins to take shape

Today's results:

The Liberty downed the Sun, 82-75.....Connecticut is now eliminated from the playoffs

The Mystics rallied to defeat the Sparks, 80-70.

The Lynx bested the Aces, 92-87.....a game critical for playoff positioning

WNBA news:

Scrutiny and discourse around the league is a results of its success, past and present players say.

WNBA player news:

Tyasha Harris has found confidence with the Fever.

Holly Winterburn is the latest Fire player to blossom.

WNBA coach news:

Mercury coach Nate Tibbetts calls for a change in the narrative surrounding the WNBA.

Basketball Hall of Fame:

WBB trailblazers entered the Hall of Fame today.

Their speeches were moving.

Candace Parker's induction caps a stellar career.

Chop, chop, chop

Today's results:

 

The Fever closed out the Wings, 98-87.

 

The Fire escaped the Storm, 84-82.

 

WNBA team news:

 

With the playoffs out of the question, Seattle has shifted their mindset.

 

WNBA team news:

 

The Tempo is searching for positives amidst a 10-game losing streak.

The Cleveland Sirens are beginning from a stronger place than the Rockers did.

 

WNBA player news:

 

Jordin Canada is rediscovering her identity on and off the court.

Stefanie Dolson is still finding ways to lead.

Gabby Williams has Oakland roots, great defense, and a spine.

 

Is Mercury ownership possible for Diana Taurasi? 

Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame news:

 

Why it's fitting for Chamique Holdsclaw and Candace Parker to enter the Basketball Hall of Fame together.

Why Holdsclaw, Parker and Elena Delle Donne got in.

Delle Donne quit basketball before her freshman year in college. She ended up a Hall of Famer.

This year's class is one of trailblazers.

 

Parker still sees reason to believe in the Sky. 

Second playoff spot clinched

Today's results:

The Dream extinguished the Sun, 91-75.

The Liberty survived the Sparks, 85-81.

The Aces secured a playoff spot with an 83-76 win over the Mystics.

WNBA team news:

Young Washington is relying on strong bonds to improve as they make a postseason push.

The Valkyries have beaten their win total from last year.

With Carla Leite sidelined, shot selection and defense stymie Portland's offensive identity.

WNBA player news:

The scary part about MVP candidate Kelsey Mitchell? She has another gear to tap into.

Mitchell and Aliyah Boston are disappointed with fans booing of their coach.

A lot has changed for Paige Bueckers and Caitlin Clark since the season opener.

Azzi Fudd and Jessica Shepard are on the injury list for tomorrow's game.

Satou Sabally is out indefinitely as she deals with lingering concussion symptoms.

Cameron Brink was injured in tonight's LA loss.

Diana Taurasi has been honored with a street sign in Phoenix.

Rubber matches

Today's results:

The Wings handed the Tempo their 10th straight loss, 94-88.

Still in progress........Lynx at Fire and Sky at Valkyries

WNBA news:

The WNBA denounced the "bad faith" transgender debate and said the league has no eligibility issues.

The league is struggling to extinguish toxic flames that could threaten its prosperity.

What one of the NBA's darkest moments can teach the WNBA.

WNBA player news:

The Lynx offense keeps evolving. For Napheesa Collier, that means letting it fly from deep.

Valkyries injuries present Nadia Fingall with an unexpected birthday opportunity.

WNBA coach news:

Natalie Nakase's intensity has pushed Golden State to another level.

Tyler Marsh voiced support for Stephanie White.

Just another manic Tuesday

Today's results:

The Fever dominated the Liberty, 106-92.

Still in progress.......Mystics at Aces and Mercury at Sparks

WNBA team news:

Why the Tempo's rough stretch could pay off in 2027.

As injuries pile up, the Fire have added a new forward.

Nyadiew Puoch is showing star potential for Portland.

WNBA coach news:

Stephanie White criticized the narratives around her team, and said she always stands with them. Players also defended her.

WNBA news:

The WNBA has become a magnet for culture wars.

Big stakes and storylines

Today's results:

The Dream defeated the Tempo, 107-95.

The Storm snapped their 11-game losing streak with a 97-88 win over the Sky.

WNBA team news:

Portland has embraced its reborn WNBA team.

WNBA player news:

Paige Bueckers talks morning routine, and much more.

How Chicago found Sydney Taylor.

DiJonai Carrington said her "white privilege" social media post goes beyond her incurred flagrant foul over the weekend.......Carrington's coach addressed the situation.

Undrafted and undersized, Jordan Harrison worked her way on to the Fire's roster.

Cecelia Zandalasini gives Golden State more than pure three-point sharpshooting.

Just the facts

Today's results:

The Liberty creamed the Aces, 111-71.

The Mystics pounded the Mercury, 95-75.

The Lynx clinched the first playoff spot with a 103-90 win over the Wings.

The Valkyries staved off the Sparks, 84-78.

WNBA player news:

Kayla McBride made a WNBA single-game record 10 three-pointers in today's game.

Las Vegas rested A'ja Wilson, Chelsea Gray and Jackie Young today.

Always, controversy

Today's results:

The Lynx cruised past the Aces, 98-87.

The Fever held off the Sky, 90-86.

The Fire out-dueled the Storm, 100-93.

WNBA player news:

DiJonai Carrington was ejected from today's game after a hard foul on Sophie Cunningham.

Cunningham called the foul "unnecessary," while Carrington posted on social media that her ejection was the result of "white privilege."

There were dueling protests on the transgender issue outside the game.

Caitlin Clark was assessed a technical foul during the matchup, which was rescinded by the league shortly after the game.

Betnijah Laney-Hamilton was claimed by the Mystics.

Laney-Hamilton's former coach explains her dismissal.

Sabrina Ionescu is focusing her attention elsewhere after her World Cup team snub.

Nika Muhl has joined Portland and prepares to return to the game with a new mindset.

Some squads are on a roll

Today's results:

The Sun sealed the win over the Mercury, 75-72.

The Mystics put away the Dream, 79-74, for their sixth straight dub.

The Valkyries throttled the Wings, 94-76.

WNBA team news:

The Liberty are about to get a wake up call as they enter a tough game stretch.

Portland is embracing its new WNBA franchise, with the help of outreach efforts.

WNBA player news:

How Caitlin Clark's game has grown, and where it needs to improve.

How Sydney Taylor and Natasha Cloud became fast friends.

Taylor is made for this moment.

Carla Leite continues to show great growth with the Fire.

Despite Connecticut's struggles, this season has brought back a lot of joy for Olivia Nelson-Ododa.

Dig in for the win

Today's results:

The Aces came back from 20 down to nip the Fever in OT, 86-84.

The Sparks ended the Lynx's 10-game winning streak, 89-82.

The Fire routed the Tempo, 97-83, to snap a five-game losing streak.

WNBA team news:

Toronto hopes that "perfect fit" Aneesah Morrow can give them toughness and rebounds.

WNBA player news:

Nneka Ogwumike says that despite the adversity, she isn't giving up on the Sparks' season.

Veronica Burton is helping the Valkyries challenge the elites.

Ariel Atkins has settled in.

The in-game ritual that personifies the friendship between two Portland forwards.

Flau'jae Johnson talks about her transition to the pros.

The Liberty waived Betnijah Laney-Hamilton.

Caitlin Clark says she trusts her gut as to when to address political issues.

How Odyssey Sims balances the WNBA and motherhood.

USA Basketball news:

USA Basketball announced the World Cup team today.

Sue Bird picked the roster.

Teams making their cases

Today's results:

The Dream shut down the Mercury, 96-82.

The Liberty got past the Storm, 92-86.

The Mystics rallied from behind to stop the Wings, 96-92.

The Sky defeated the Sparks, 95-88.

WNBA team news:

The Fever continue to thrive on court, despite the barrage of off-court distractions.

Seattle has notched a league record 10th straight loss.

WNBA player news:

Sophie Cunningham wants to get back to basketball.

DiJonai Carrington is returning to form from injury faster than anticipated.

WNBA coach news:

Five WNBA coaches who may be on the hot seat.

College coach news:

How Team USA coach Kara Lawson has used her analyst job to prepare for the FIBA World Cup.

UCLA has hired Noelle Quinn as an assistant coach.

Around the bend

Today's result:

The Valkyries rallied from behind to top the Tempo, 92-82.

WNBA team news:

The new Cleveland franchise, which will begin play in 2028, unveiled its team name and branding today.

WNBA season ticket holders are grappling with soaring prices.

WNBA player news:

Arike Ogunbowale has changed her game, and isn't getting the credit she deserves, her coach says.

Golden State super-sub Janelle Salaun is thriving.

Two Fire players have stepped up after Sarah Ashlee Barker's season-ending injury.

College coach news:

Vic Schaefer has hired Victoria Vivians as an assistant coach at Texas.