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.

Plots are getting super-thick

Today's results:

The Valkyries dusted the Liberty, 87-70.

The Lynx throttled the Tempo, 100-72.

The Sparks defeated the Mercury, 97-88.

WNBA team news:

Home teams in the WNBA this year have only won 29 percent of games.

Toronto doesn't look like an expansion team so far.

The Tempo's million dollar bet on their back court is paying off.

The Fire overhauled their roster today.

The Sky's defensive swagger is real, but the element of surprise is gone.

The WNBA issued the Fever a warning for their late Caitlin Clark game scratch last night.

Indiana keeps getting lost in the Clark chaos, one columnist says.

WNBA player news:

Nneka Ogwumike has unfinished business in Los Angeles.

Natasha Howard's return to Minnesota has given the Lynx front court a lift.

WNBA coach news:

Sonia Raman explained her decision to bench Flau'jae Johnson last night.

No predicting these results

Today's results:

The Fever ran away from the Fire, 90-73.

The Wings rallied from behind to beat the Sky, 99-89.

The Sun captured their first win of the season, 80-78 over the Storm.

WNBA team news:

How Seattle is falling behind the rest of the WNBA.

Chicago is exploring options to fill the hole left by Rickea Jackson's injury.

Portland is facing their first real stretch of adversity.

WNBA player news:

Caitlin Clark missed tonight's game with a back injury.

Paige Bueckers is playing better than ever this year, and moving up in the record books.

Natasha Cloud is looking forward after her long wait in free agency.......she said she will prove herself.

Lexie Hull returned to action from injury tonight.

Chelsea Gray discusses parenthood.

The Tempo are coming together quickly

Today's result:

The Tempo downed the Mercury, 98-90. Brittney Sykes had 31 points, while Marina Mabrey scored 30 and rookie Kiki Rice put up 15.

WNBA team news:

The Fire honored players from the original franchise last night......the current team has established themselves this season with hustle and defense.

Cleveland's trademark filings may offer a clue as to the franchise's new name.

WNBA player news:

Why Aneesah Morrow is playing with "all-time high" confidence.

Q&A with Cameron Brink.

Sarah Ashlee Barker has already become a fan favorite in Portland.

The Valkyries found something in Veronica Burton.......Miela Sowah's shot looks weird, but works.

Rickea Jackson tore her ACL in Sunday's game, and will miss the rest of the season.

College player news:

College athletes are slamming the NCAA as the SCORE act stumbles.

Too quick

Today's results:

The Wings routed the Mystics, 92-69.

The Fire sneaked past the Sun, 83-82.

WNBA team news:

How the Fever adjusted lineups in the absence of Aliyah Boston.

Big performances

Today's results:

A late clutch Chelsea Gray bucket lifted the Aces over the Dream, 85-84.

Caitlin Clark's double-double paced the Fever past the Storm, 89-78.

The Sky bounced the Lynx, 86-79.

The Tempo made work of the Sparks, 106-96, behind Brittney Sykes' career-high 38 points.

WNBA team news:

Minnesota's lack of depth was apparent in tonight's loss.

Toronto said rookie Kiki Rice has not disappointed.

WNBA player news:

Can Angel Reese bring wins to Atlanta?

Reese just wants to win.

Courtney Vandersloot is getting close to returning to play.

Alysha Clark is pouring 13 years of experience into Dallas' young core.

Rickea Jackson was injured in tonight's win.

No games until tomorrow

WNBA team news:

The Sky needed Natasha Cloud.

The Mercury took a big step in last night's win.

Four games on tap for tomorrow......

WNBA player news:

The evolution of Brittney Sykes.

NaLyssa Smith graduated from Baylor four years after leaving for the WNBA.

Rhyne Howard is out indefinitely with a concussion.

Close games: the parity is real

Today's results:

The Mystics edged the Fever in OT, 104-102.

With 45 points, A'ja Wilson paced the Aces past the Sun, 101-94.

The Sparks held off the Tempo, 99-95.

The Mercury defeated the Sky, 91-83.

WNBA team news:

Are the Aces ready to run it back?

The Comets praised Connecticut's front office, hoping to bring them along.

WNBA player news:

Rickea Jackson is empowered with Chicago.

WNBA coach news:

Wings coach Jose Fernandez called out his team for their "selfishness" in the locker room.

College team news:

Ex-Stanford players and their parents say coach Kate Paye created a toxic culture in WBB.

Drowning in news

Today's results:

The Lynx slipped by the Wings, 90-86.

The Liberty extracted revenge on the Fire, 100-82.

WNBA news:

Foul calls rise as the league cracks down on physical play.

WNBA team news:

Juste Jocyte's arrival can't come soon enough, as the Valkyries need a creator.

The Fire are quickly becoming the WNBA's new success story.

The rise of the Toronto franchise.

The Tempo are developing their identity on the fly.

Connecticut's winless season hinges on point guard play.

Now that the Sun are becoming the Comets, what's next?......first, a transition process.

The Comets return to a changed WNBA with goals of sustained success.

WNBA player news:

Brittney Sykes and Marina Mabrey are guiding the Tempo.

Monique Billings proved she's going to be a big factor for Indiana, in her season debut last night.

Kelsey Plum has joined WNBA Prime game broadcasts.

The Sparks will honor Lisa Leslie with a statue outside Crypto.com Arena.

College basketball news:

Does expanding the NCAA Tournament create opportunity, or more power?

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.

That's a wrap on preseason play

Today's preseason results:

Mystics 83, Dream 72

Liberty 79, Sun 67

Wings 101, Aces 84

Sparks 85, Fire 75

WNBA team news:

As the league rises, will the Valkyries finish with the elite?

The Wings continue to jell as Arike Ogunbowale and Jessica Shepard arrive.

WNBA player news:

Aliyah Boston is "super-excited" to play after an injury layoff.

Sabrina Ionescu rolled her ankle in tonight's game and will have an MRI tomorrow.

Why Charlisse Leger-Walker is standing out for the Sun.

WNBA coach news:

Sonia Raman's coaching career has roots in an accident that sidelined her as a young player.

Just a smidge

Today's preseason result:

Fever 105, Nigerian national team 57

WNBA team news:

The Fire are ready for their preseason opener against the Sparks tomorrow.

WNBA player news:

Jordan Horston is ready to bring "a brand new me" to the revamped Storm.

Valkyries players say higher pay under the new CBA alleviates the Bay Area's cost of living.

Lighting the way

Today's preseason result:

Minnesota 73, Toronto 66

WNBA team news:

The Valkyries top WNBA team valuations, at $850 million.

The slow and meteoric rise of the WNBA.

Sun president Jen Rizzotti is at a crossroad as the team prepares to move.

WNBA player news:

How Nneka Ogwumike lead a deal that changed women's sports.

Q&A with A'ja Wilson.

Raven Johnson is "bringing the energy" to Indiana.

Bridget Carleton is looking for a bigger role with the Fire.