Here we go

Ahead of Finals game one:

The Lynx-Sparks match up is the Finals series everyone's waiting for.

Both teams are set.

Members of each team knew this would be how it would end.

This is the way it should be, with the league's top two teams going at it again.

Memories of Nneka Ogwumike's Championship-winning shot from last year linger.

A good start is essential for Minnesota.

The Sparks are chasing that championship feeling.

The Lynx's legacy is secure heading into the series, but motivation remains.

The Sparks are determined to repeat as Champions.

Lynx practice report.

Sylvia Fowles' focus is unwavering ahead of game one.

Bonus:

Today's WNBA players can find inspiration in the 1973 "battle of the sexes."

WNBA salaries are in focus as the Finals tip.

College tournament news:

The location for the annual Paradise Jam in the Virgin Islands was damaged by Hurricanes Irma and Maria, and will be changed.

College coach news:

Dawn Staley wants to go to the White House, but where is the invitation?.

The news flow ramps up

WNBA Finals news:

Refs for the Finals are: Sue Blauch, Eric Brewton, Cheryl Flores, Maj Forsberg, Roy Gulbeyan, Byron Jarrett, Billy Smith, Kurt Walker and Jeff Wooten.

The series is another chapter in the riveting Sparks-Lynx rivalry.

The Sparks are preparing for a war of wills.

The MVP showdown highlights the Finals rematch.

How the Lynx captivated a city and built from the ground up.

Why is Minnesota so good? They have a blast together.

The Finals are all about star power.

The Sparks and the Lynx are superteams.

With its quirks and acoustics, Williams Arena could give Lynx a distinct advantage over the Sparks.

Q&A with Candace Parker.

Nneka Ogwumike is stepping between the lines for the Finals.

Maya Moore hopes history doesn't repeat itself for her team.

Odyssey Sims is ready to embrace her first taste of the Finals.

The Lynx owner will stick with the team over going being with the Timberwolves in China.

Player news:

Sylvia Fowles donated some of her MVP bonus money to buy bikes for girls.

Former WNBA player news:

Chamique Holdsclaw is still advocating for mental health.

College team news:

Breaking down UConn's 2017-2018 schedule.

Cancer survivor Julie Taggart has become a Marquette superfan.

College player news:

Top prospect Charli Collier has decommitted from UConn and will go to Texas.

A'ja Wilson will be featured in a special halftime dance performance at tomorrow's South Carolina football game.

College coach news:

UConn coach Geno Auriemma has offered to forego his salary next year, as Connecticut's education budget battle continues.

Warming up to Finals and college season

Playoffs news:

ESPN's BPI gives a slight edge to the Lynx in the Finals.

Inside the W: bring on the collision.

Around the Rim talks Finals with Katie Smith, Seimone Augustus and Maya Moore.

Nneka Ogwumike talks Finals.

Storylines to know going into the match up.

Merchandise and jersey sales:

The Lynx had top merchandise sales for all teams, and Elena Delle Donne had the most popular jersey.

College team news:

Northwestern will move to Evanston Township High School this winter while their gym is being renovated.

College player news:

Kelsey Plum works out at Arizona, leaves men’s basketball team in awe.

Catching up with Minnesota's Carlie Wagner.

Former college player news:

Former Lehigh player Cathy Engelbert is one of Fortune's most powerful women.

College coach news:

Dawn Staley is ready to put aside the celebrations and get back to work.

Tina Thompson has been promoted to associate head coach at Texas.

The athletic director who ousted Connie Yori has been fired.

High school news:

Morning or night, New York's top prep prospect is up for a challenge.

Plenty going on while we wait for the Finals

Playoff news:

Maya Moore vs. Alana Beard epitomizes the epic clash of powers in the Finals.

If the Lynx are to beat the Sparks, Maya Moore has to score against the WNBA’s best defender.

Veteran Rebekkah Brunson has reinvented her game.

Brunson is the ultimate pro the Lynx can count on.

After a decade in the WNBA, MVP Sylvia Fowles is ready for the spotlight.

WNBA player news:

Diana Taurasi says this could be her last offseason playing in Russia.

Jonquel Jones had an incredible second year in the WNBA.

Gender wage gap:

There's a growing gender wage gap in pro sports.

NCAA news:

Bids for the 2021-2024 Final Four will be accepted beginning Friday.

College team news:

Arizona's recruiting class is No. 2 in the country.

The return of the Lady Vols logo is emotional.

International news:

German Olaf Langer has been appointed coach of the Russian National Team.

No news stone left unturned

Finals news:

Lindsay Whalen sees two great teams and a lot of great players in the Finals.

Relive the first Finals rematch.

Award:

Allisha Gray was named rookie of the year.

Gray reflects on a trophy-filled 2017.

WNBA team news:

The Mercury will go into 2018 with more pieces.

WNBA player news:

Odyssey Sims has stepped up her game in her first season with the Sparks.

Lindsay Whalen's pre-workout power meal.

Photos from the WNBA's inspiring women luncheon.

Chiney Ogwumike interviews the great Tamika Catchings.

Chiney also interviews Cappie Pondexter and Skylar Diggins.

Brittney Sykes and Alexis Peterson will play for the same team overseas this winter.

Ramu Tokashiki welcomes every chance to learn the game.

WNBA coach news:

The Sun have extended coach Curt Miller's contract through the 2021 season.

WNBA owner news:

Storm co-owner Ginny Gilder will join the "Pedal for Pat" cycling fundraiser.

WNBA Live18:

The WNBA has made its video game debut.

Women's National Team news:

Dawn Staley and the Women's National Team is set to begin training camp.

College team news:

The city of Norman is exploring building a new arena that could house Oklahoma basketball.

The Huskers will have their preseason opening event outside.

A former USC player is suing New Mexico State for allegedly rescinding a job offer after learning she is a former lesbian who now identifies as straight.

College player news:

JMU has dismissed senior forward Amber Porter for violating team rules.

College coach news:

Facing a massive budget cut, UConn fires back at the Legislature with Geno Auriemma.

Just the beginning of the Finals stories

The 2017 WNBA Finals is sure to be one of the best ever.

Lynx-Sparks WNBA Finals provides another chapter in the riveting rivalry.

The Lynx aim for a Barn burner.

Minnesota is seeking redemption for last year's Finals.

Finals preview from the league.

Eight of 13 WNBA player surveyed picked Minnesota to win the title.

Championship lists.

Team news:

The Mystics saw growth in their playoff defeat.

Player news:

Essence Carson shares some of her life lessons through trial and tribulation.

Lynx and Sparks rematch set in WNBA Finals after semifinal sweeps

Our story.

The Finals are set: Lynx and Sparks to face off again

Today's results:

Maya Moore and Sylvia Fowles pushed the Lynx past the Mystics, 81-70, to sweep the semifinal series between the two teams.

The Sparks' defense was too much for the Mercury, as they won 89-87 to sweep the semifinal series.

This sets up a Finals rematch many have been anticipating all season long. Both teams are looking more dominant than ever. The Sparks have now won ten in a row. It should be a close, exciting series.

Game one will be next Sunday in Minneapolis, followed by game two on Tuesday. The series moves to Los Angeles Friday, Sept. 29 and Sunday, Oct. 1. If

WNBA team news:

The Mystics just saw what a super-team looks like in the Lynx.

Elimination games tomorrow

Tomorrow's game three previews and story lines:

Minnesota is a well-oiled machine.

Lynx at Mystics preview.

The Mercury face elimination against the Sparks.

Los Angeles is looking to dismiss Phoenix and return to the Finals.

Both semifinal third games tomorrow are on ESPN. Lynx-Mystics tip off at 3 p.m. ET and Sparks-Mercury begin at 2 p.m. PT.

WNBA player news:

Brittney Griner's toughest obstacles are behind her.

Sylvia Fowles is a worthy MVP.

Courtney Paris will return to Oklahoma in November to have her jersey honored.

Former WNBA player news:

The Indianapolis Children's Museum will showcase 15 state sports legends with bronze statues, which includes Tamika Catchings.

College team news:

There will be plenty of tests for Notre Dame this year.

Dust settling, college season approaching

WNBA playoff news:

The Lynx are spending $1 million to cool Williams Arena during the playoffs.

Sun coach Curt Miller on the WNBA semifinals.

College team news:

Alabama has new uniforms this year.

College player news:

Wisconsin walk-on Lexy Richardson was awarded a scholarship last week.

Freshman Jinaya Houston will take a leave of absence from Iowa to deal with personal health issues.

College coach news:

DePaul's new assistant coach is Lisa Ryckbosch.

The coach-player bond of Cam Newbauer and Darby Maggard remains as both move on.

Pat Summitt:

Former Lady Vol Michelle Marciniak is biking for Pat Summitt.