Tomorrow's round one games:
The Mercury will visit the Sky
The Mercury enter the postseason without Diana Taurasi, and with the season on the line.
The Sky faces a tough test in their playoff run.
The Lynx visit the Storm
Seattle's playoffs appearance contrasts with predictions of their early demise.
The Storm are ready, but are without their familiar superstars.
The Lynx head into the playoffs looking to surprise the WNBA all over again.
Sylvia Fowles needs to be at her best for Minnesota tomorrow.
WNBA playoffs news:
A look at the eight playoff teams.
It'll be a battle of the former champs.
Referees for the playoffs.
WNBA team news:
The Mystics are big favorites to be crowned WNBA champions.
The Sparks have turned their focus inward as they await their playoff opponent.
WNBA player news:
Natasha Howard is the league's defensive player of the year.
Eight players who could make a difference in the playoffs.
Storm players are excited about their inclusion in NBA2K.
WNBA coach news:
James Wade will be given the coach of the year award tomorrow.
NCAA news:
How the AP preseason poll predicts success in the college season.
California is moving a bill through that would allow college athletes there to make money from their names, images and likenesses.
The 12 most winning teams in college ball history.
The most winning coaches in DI history.
College coach news:
UMKC has extended coach Jacie Hoyt's contract through 2022-2023.
Sade Jackson is a new assistant coach at Wagner.
Tuesday, September 10, 2019
Monday, September 9, 2019
Shhhh........resting for playoffs
Playoffs news:
Complete schedule and postseason bracket.
Which teams will survive first-round action?
WNBA news:
The WNBA decided yesterday's technical and ejection of Astou Ndour shouldn't have been assessed, and they rescinded it.
Pokey Chatman won't return as the Indiana Fever's coach and GM, the franchise announced.
More on that.
WNBA team news:
Atlanta Dream owners look to a future that doesn't include playing at State Farm Arena.
WNBA player news:
50-40-90 is just the icing on the cake for Elena Delle Donne's historic season.
Elena Delle Donne and Candace Parker are the Eastern and Western conference players of the week.
Peak performers for the season: Brittney Griner, points; Jonquel Jones, rebounds; and Courtney Vandersloot, assists.
Candace Parker and Turner Sports have reached a multi-year contract extension deal.
Parker will be inducted into the Tennessee Athletics hall of fame.
Natalie Achonwa will be inducted into Notre Dame's ring of honor.
WNBA coach news:
Don't give up on Katie Smith just yet.
College player news:
Former Notre Dame standout Krissi Davis has died.
Complete schedule and postseason bracket.
Which teams will survive first-round action?
WNBA news:
The WNBA decided yesterday's technical and ejection of Astou Ndour shouldn't have been assessed, and they rescinded it.
Pokey Chatman won't return as the Indiana Fever's coach and GM, the franchise announced.
More on that.
WNBA team news:
Atlanta Dream owners look to a future that doesn't include playing at State Farm Arena.
WNBA player news:
50-40-90 is just the icing on the cake for Elena Delle Donne's historic season.
Elena Delle Donne and Candace Parker are the Eastern and Western conference players of the week.
Peak performers for the season: Brittney Griner, points; Jonquel Jones, rebounds; and Courtney Vandersloot, assists.
Candace Parker and Turner Sports have reached a multi-year contract extension deal.
Parker will be inducted into the Tennessee Athletics hall of fame.
Natalie Achonwa will be inducted into Notre Dame's ring of honor.
WNBA coach news:
Don't give up on Katie Smith just yet.
College player news:
Former Notre Dame standout Krissi Davis has died.
Sunday, September 8, 2019
The stage is set
The playoff picture is set after......
Today's results:
The Mystics topped the Sky, 100-86. Elena Delle Donne became the first player in league history to shoot 50 percent from the field, 40 percent from three-point range and 90 percent from the foul line for a season.
The Sun rested their starters and the Fever romped, 104-76.
The Sparks handled the Lynx, 77-68.
The Aces clinched the fourth seed with a 98-89 win over the Mercury.
The Storm beat the Wings, 78-64 to lock up the sixth seed. Dallas guard Arike Ogunbowale is now the third-leading rookie in the scoring column in a season.
Battle for the basement: Liberty 71, Dream 63
More milestones:
Kelsey Mitchell set a league record for three-point shots in a game, with nine.
Courtney Vandersloot is now the first player in WNBA history to surpass 300 assists in a season.
WNBA team news:
The Sky are locked in as the fifth seed, and they are focused on the playoffs.
The Storm clinched the sixth seed and will host Minnesota Wednesday.
How to watch and who to watch in the playoffs.
WNBA player news:
Tina Charles won't rest until she brings home a title to the city that never sleeps.
As Courtney Paris nears the end of her career, she's focused on helping younger players.
The Lynx have signed Sylvia Fowles to a multi-year contract extension.
An official walked into Astou Ndour's hand and ejected her.
College team news:
Oregon storylines to follow this season.
Today's results:
The Mystics topped the Sky, 100-86. Elena Delle Donne became the first player in league history to shoot 50 percent from the field, 40 percent from three-point range and 90 percent from the foul line for a season.
The Sun rested their starters and the Fever romped, 104-76.
The Sparks handled the Lynx, 77-68.
The Aces clinched the fourth seed with a 98-89 win over the Mercury.
The Storm beat the Wings, 78-64 to lock up the sixth seed. Dallas guard Arike Ogunbowale is now the third-leading rookie in the scoring column in a season.
Battle for the basement: Liberty 71, Dream 63
More milestones:
Kelsey Mitchell set a league record for three-point shots in a game, with nine.
Courtney Vandersloot is now the first player in WNBA history to surpass 300 assists in a season.
WNBA team news:
The Sky are locked in as the fifth seed, and they are focused on the playoffs.
The Storm clinched the sixth seed and will host Minnesota Wednesday.
How to watch and who to watch in the playoffs.
WNBA player news:
Tina Charles won't rest until she brings home a title to the city that never sleeps.
As Courtney Paris nears the end of her career, she's focused on helping younger players.
The Lynx have signed Sylvia Fowles to a multi-year contract extension.
An official walked into Astou Ndour's hand and ejected her.
College team news:
Oregon storylines to follow this season.
Saturday, September 7, 2019
T'was the night before the regular-season finale
Playoff picture:
.....the day before the regular season ends.
Tomorrow's game schedule:
All 12 teams play tomorrow, and they all play at the same time. What a horrible idea.
Liberty at Dream
Sun at Fever
Sky at Mystics
Storm at Wings
Aces at Mercury
Lynx at Sparks
WNBA team news:
The Aces are looking to secure a No. 4 seed tomorrow.
WNBA player news:
Shekinna Stricklen, the agent of orange, has won us over.
Katie Lou Samuelson called Sky coach James Wade a liar on Twitter.
Odyssey Sims gives Minnesota their winning balance.
Cappie Pondexter set the bar for style in the WNBA.
WNBA coach news:
How Mike Thibault's dancing allowed the Mystics to relax before the playoffs.
.....the day before the regular season ends.
Tomorrow's game schedule:
All 12 teams play tomorrow, and they all play at the same time. What a horrible idea.
Liberty at Dream
Sun at Fever
Sky at Mystics
Storm at Wings
Aces at Mercury
Lynx at Sparks
WNBA team news:
The Aces are looking to secure a No. 4 seed tomorrow.
WNBA player news:
Shekinna Stricklen, the agent of orange, has won us over.
Katie Lou Samuelson called Sky coach James Wade a liar on Twitter.
Odyssey Sims gives Minnesota their winning balance.
Cappie Pondexter set the bar for style in the WNBA.
WNBA coach news:
How Mike Thibault's dancing allowed the Mystics to relax before the playoffs.
Friday, September 6, 2019
Big games, big stats
Today's results:
The Mystics clinched the No. 1 seed with an 86-73 win over the Wings. Dallas rookie Arike Ogunbowale scored 30 points in a game for the fourth time.
The Fever edged the Liberty, 86-81. New York now has the best odds to win the draft lottery.
A career-high 30 points from Diamond DeShields paced the Sky over the Sun in OT, 109-104. DeShields became the second 2018 draft pick to eclipse 1,000 career points.
The Lynx used a strong third quarter to push past the Mercury, 83-69.
No games tomorrow, but all 12 teams play Sunday
WNBA player news:
Camille Little nears retirement after a 13-year career.
Courtney Williams podcast.
Kennedy Burke has journeyed from last cut to Fever starter.
The Sky are willing to be patient with Katie Lou Samuelson's development.
Napheesa Collier vs. Arike Ogunbowale rookie debate.
Bonus:
The playoffs reveal how far the league has come this season.
Will the addition of WNBA players to NBA2K enhance the league's popularity?
Allison Feaster is the new director of player development for the Boston Celtics.
Hall of Fame:
Teresa Weatherspoon talks about her journey to the Hall of Fame.
The Wayland Baptist Hutcherson Flying Queens are flying into the Hall of Fame.
They are ready for their induction.
Jim Foster will be inducted into the Ohio State Hall of Fame.
The Mystics clinched the No. 1 seed with an 86-73 win over the Wings. Dallas rookie Arike Ogunbowale scored 30 points in a game for the fourth time.
The Fever edged the Liberty, 86-81. New York now has the best odds to win the draft lottery.
A career-high 30 points from Diamond DeShields paced the Sky over the Sun in OT, 109-104. DeShields became the second 2018 draft pick to eclipse 1,000 career points.
The Lynx used a strong third quarter to push past the Mercury, 83-69.
No games tomorrow, but all 12 teams play Sunday
WNBA player news:
Camille Little nears retirement after a 13-year career.
Courtney Williams podcast.
Kennedy Burke has journeyed from last cut to Fever starter.
The Sky are willing to be patient with Katie Lou Samuelson's development.
Napheesa Collier vs. Arike Ogunbowale rookie debate.
Bonus:
The playoffs reveal how far the league has come this season.
Will the addition of WNBA players to NBA2K enhance the league's popularity?
Allison Feaster is the new director of player development for the Boston Celtics.
Hall of Fame:
Teresa Weatherspoon talks about her journey to the Hall of Fame.
The Wayland Baptist Hutcherson Flying Queens are flying into the Hall of Fame.
They are ready for their induction.
Jim Foster will be inducted into the Ohio State Hall of Fame.
Thursday, September 5, 2019
The plot thickens
Today's results:
The Dream held off the Aces, 78-74, behind 20 points, eight rebounds and a career-high eight blocks from Elizabeth Williams.
The Sparks routed the Storm, 102-68, to clinch the third seed in the playoffs.
The Aces, Sky, Lynx, Storm and Mercury are vying for seeds 4-8.
Tomorrow's game schedule:
Wings at Mystics
Fever at Liberty
Sky at Sun......should be an epic battle
So should Lynx at Mercury
WNBA team news:
The Mystics' historic season isn't over, but they've flipped into playoff mode.
The Lynx are finishing games strong since the All-Star break.
It's good news/bad news for the Mercury in their playoff push.
Butler University's Hinkle Fieldhouse will be the Indiana Fever's home for the 2020 and 2021 seasons, plus part of 2022, while Bankerslife Fieldhouse is renovated.
WNBA player news:
Being a WNBA center is harder than ever, so Sylvia Fowles adapted her game.
Jonquel Jones' thoughts are in the Bahamas while she leads the Sun.
What's next for Sue Bird and girlfriend Megan Rapinoe?
Bonus:
Naismith Hall of Famer Teresa Weatherspoon always demanded the best of herself and her teammates.
'Spoon entered the Hall tonight.
A statue of Lisa Leslie will be erected outside Staples Center.
College player news:
Penn's Princess Aghayere is using her passion for teamwork to save girls' lives in Liberia.
The Dream held off the Aces, 78-74, behind 20 points, eight rebounds and a career-high eight blocks from Elizabeth Williams.
The Sparks routed the Storm, 102-68, to clinch the third seed in the playoffs.
The Aces, Sky, Lynx, Storm and Mercury are vying for seeds 4-8.
Tomorrow's game schedule:
Wings at Mystics
Fever at Liberty
Sky at Sun......should be an epic battle
So should Lynx at Mercury
WNBA team news:
The Mystics' historic season isn't over, but they've flipped into playoff mode.
The Lynx are finishing games strong since the All-Star break.
It's good news/bad news for the Mercury in their playoff push.
Butler University's Hinkle Fieldhouse will be the Indiana Fever's home for the 2020 and 2021 seasons, plus part of 2022, while Bankerslife Fieldhouse is renovated.
WNBA player news:
Being a WNBA center is harder than ever, so Sylvia Fowles adapted her game.
Jonquel Jones' thoughts are in the Bahamas while she leads the Sun.
What's next for Sue Bird and girlfriend Megan Rapinoe?
Bonus:
Naismith Hall of Famer Teresa Weatherspoon always demanded the best of herself and her teammates.
'Spoon entered the Hall tonight.
A statue of Lisa Leslie will be erected outside Staples Center.
College player news:
Penn's Princess Aghayere is using her passion for teamwork to save girls' lives in Liberia.
Wednesday, September 4, 2019
The Sun get their wish
Today's result:
The Sun routed the Wings, 102-72, to clinch the second seed and a double-bye in the playoffs.
Tomorrow's game schedule:
Aces at Dream
Storm at Sparks
WNBA team news:
Las Vegas has their eye on a strong finish to the regular season.
Why the Sky could win it all.
Time is no longer on the Mercury's side.
There is plenty still yet to be decided.
In the WNBA, assists are as important off as on the court.
WNBA player news:
Elena Delle Donne is the clear MVP.
Candace Parker deserves our respect.
Angel McCoughtry isn't cleared to play, doctors say. Dream statement.
Sydney Colson's initiative has led the Aces to their identity, and a playoff run.
Kayla McBride breaks down her own game.
Liz Cambage is discovering her center.
Jonquel Jones is trying to help her native Bahamas in the wake of hurricane Dorian.
Jasmine Thomas has received the WNBA Cares Community Assist Award for August.
Arike Ogunbowale is the rookie of the month for August.
Elena Delle Donne and Brittney Griner are the Eastern and Western conference players of the month.
WNBA coach news:
Derek Fisher likes the home he's found in the WNBA.
Mike Thibault is the coach of the month for August.
College team news:
UConn, Louisville and NC State are in the way-to-early preseaon top 25.
The SEC has released their conference schedule.
College coach news:
Texas will retire Kamie Ethridge's jersey.
Joan Bonvicini will be inducted into Arizona's Sports Hall of Fame.
Chasity Melvin is a new assistant coach at Loyola Maryland.
Chancelor Huth has been promoted to assistant coach at SMU.
The Sun routed the Wings, 102-72, to clinch the second seed and a double-bye in the playoffs.
Tomorrow's game schedule:
Aces at Dream
Storm at Sparks
WNBA team news:
Las Vegas has their eye on a strong finish to the regular season.
Why the Sky could win it all.
Time is no longer on the Mercury's side.
There is plenty still yet to be decided.
In the WNBA, assists are as important off as on the court.
WNBA player news:
Elena Delle Donne is the clear MVP.
Candace Parker deserves our respect.
Angel McCoughtry isn't cleared to play, doctors say. Dream statement.
Sydney Colson's initiative has led the Aces to their identity, and a playoff run.
Kayla McBride breaks down her own game.
Liz Cambage is discovering her center.
Jonquel Jones is trying to help her native Bahamas in the wake of hurricane Dorian.
Jasmine Thomas has received the WNBA Cares Community Assist Award for August.
Arike Ogunbowale is the rookie of the month for August.
Elena Delle Donne and Brittney Griner are the Eastern and Western conference players of the month.
WNBA coach news:
Derek Fisher likes the home he's found in the WNBA.
Mike Thibault is the coach of the month for August.
College team news:
UConn, Louisville and NC State are in the way-to-early preseaon top 25.
The SEC has released their conference schedule.
College coach news:
Texas will retire Kamie Ethridge's jersey.
Joan Bonvicini will be inducted into Arizona's Sports Hall of Fame.
Chasity Melvin is a new assistant coach at Loyola Maryland.
Chancelor Huth has been promoted to assistant coach at SMU.
Tuesday, September 3, 2019
Mystics, Storm and Sparks handle business
Today's results:
The Mystics lit up the Liberty, 93-77.
The Storm took care of the Mercury, 82-70.
The Sparks surged past the Dream, 70-60.
Tomorrow's game schedule:
Wings at Sun
WNBA news:
The WNBA created a much-needed space for female athletes.
Much is at stake in the final week of the regular season.
Five storylines to watch this week.
WNBA team news:
How the Mystics' offense works.
Despite their struggles, the Lynx are back on track.
The AP WNBA power poll.
The league's power rankings for the week.
WNBA player news:
Sue Bird will miss the remainder of the season, the Storm has confirmed. She is gearing for the 2020 Olympics.
Kelsey Plum stays steady through her struggles and triumphs.
Liz Camgage will be featured in ESPN's the body issue.
Emma Meesseman is making her mark during the Mystics' title pursuit.
Washington has extended Tianna Hawkins' contract through next season.
Natalie Achonwa wants to inspire others like Muffet McGraw inspired her.
Courtney Williams and Brittney Griner are the Eastern and Western conference players of the week.
College team news:
Details of this season's Tennessee-UConn match up are out.
The Mystics lit up the Liberty, 93-77.
The Storm took care of the Mercury, 82-70.
The Sparks surged past the Dream, 70-60.
Tomorrow's game schedule:
Wings at Sun
WNBA news:
The WNBA created a much-needed space for female athletes.
Much is at stake in the final week of the regular season.
Five storylines to watch this week.
WNBA team news:
How the Mystics' offense works.
Despite their struggles, the Lynx are back on track.
The AP WNBA power poll.
The league's power rankings for the week.
WNBA player news:
Sue Bird will miss the remainder of the season, the Storm has confirmed. She is gearing for the 2020 Olympics.
Kelsey Plum stays steady through her struggles and triumphs.
Liz Camgage will be featured in ESPN's the body issue.
Emma Meesseman is making her mark during the Mystics' title pursuit.
Washington has extended Tianna Hawkins' contract through next season.
Natalie Achonwa wants to inspire others like Muffet McGraw inspired her.
Courtney Williams and Brittney Griner are the Eastern and Western conference players of the week.
College team news:
Details of this season's Tennessee-UConn match up are out.
Monday, September 2, 2019
No laboring today
Tomorrow's game schedule:
Mystics at Liberty
Storm at Mercury
Dream at Sparks
WNBA team news:
CBS Sports power rankings for the week.
Down two guards, the Mystics survived by going big. Can that work in the playoffs?
After two early exits, the Sun is looking for some byes.
The Sparks' loss to the Aces stung, but they've got potential tiebreakers on their side.
Get to know some of the Las Vegas Aces.
WNBA player news:
Mercury players name their women of inspiration on custom-made shoes.
Seimone Augustus is flashing all her skills for home fans, for what may be the last time.
Bonus:
Former Ball State standout Ty'Ronda Benning is now a Muncie police officer.
Mystics at Liberty
Storm at Mercury
Dream at Sparks
WNBA team news:
CBS Sports power rankings for the week.
Down two guards, the Mystics survived by going big. Can that work in the playoffs?
After two early exits, the Sun is looking for some byes.
The Sparks' loss to the Aces stung, but they've got potential tiebreakers on their side.
Get to know some of the Las Vegas Aces.
WNBA player news:
Mercury players name their women of inspiration on custom-made shoes.
Seimone Augustus is flashing all her skills for home fans, for what may be the last time.
Bonus:
Former Ball State standout Ty'Ronda Benning is now a Muncie police officer.
Sunday, September 1, 2019
Nothing going on but these games
Today's results:
The Sky easily handled the Mercury, 105-78. It was their highest score of the year.
The Lynx came from behind to beat the Fever, 81-73.
The Storm ran away from the Dream, 92-75, paced by a career-high 21 points from Jordin Canada. She also had eight assists, five steals and two rebounds.
What a weekend of games! Tomorrow is no-game day, and no doubt players, fans and media alike can use the breather.
The Sky easily handled the Mercury, 105-78. It was their highest score of the year.
The Lynx came from behind to beat the Fever, 81-73.
The Storm ran away from the Dream, 92-75, paced by a career-high 21 points from Jordin Canada. She also had eight assists, five steals and two rebounds.
What a weekend of games! Tomorrow is no-game day, and no doubt players, fans and media alike can use the breather.
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