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WNBA team news:

The Aces had plenty to celebrate in winning the title.

The new Phoenix owner can learn much from Las Vegas owner Mark Davis on how to respect the WNBA.

WNBA player news:

The Liberty plan to core Breanna Stewart.

Sabrina Ionescu says she sustained a serious hip injury before the finals.

WNBA coach news:

Becky Hammon is getting her props as a legendary coach.

"Heck of an opportunity": Nate Tibbetts was introduced as head coach of the Mercury today.

General manager Nick U'Ren said the candidate pool was diverse.

Tibbetts said he will learn how the team works.

College team news:

South Carolina aren't "the hunted" going into the season. They like that challenge.

How Quinnipiac will manage their large freshmen class.

College player news:

Twenty centers have been named to the Lisa Leslie Award watch list.

The day after

WNBA team news:

The Aces are built for a three-peat, as their core returns next season.

They leaned on reserves to win the title.

The team was greeted by the airport grounds crew upon their return this morning.

How the Aces can become the next WNBA dynasty.

New York hasn't finished its rebuild.

The Liberty were fined $25,000 for skipping media duties last night, and Sabrina Ionescu, Jonquel Jones and Betnijah Laney were each docked $2,000 for declining to make themselves available.

WNBA news:

A new, cohesive trophy collection debuts with the championship and finals MVP trophies.

As women's sports rise, the WNBA missed its moment.

WNBA player news:

Candace Parker is the first player in league history to win three titles with three different franchises.

WNBA coach news:

The Mercury's coaching hire makes no sense.

College team news:

Stars have departed, but the standard remains the same for Maryland.

Auburn talks expectations for the season.

The 12 best nonconference games.

College player news:

Twenty power forwards are on the Katrina McClain Award watch list.

The Aces hold off the Liberty, 70-69, to go back-to-back

The Aces held off the Liberty, 70-69, to win game 4 and claim the WNBA Championship.

They are the first repeat champions in 21 years.

A'ja Wilson was finals MVP.

Photos.

WNBA coach news:

It's official: the Mercury have named Nate Tibbetts head coach.

College team news:

Illinois is taking their high expectations in stride.

College player news:

Twenty small forwards are on the Cheryl Miller Award watch list.

The women's college basketball all-star game will relaunch at next year's Final Four.

Gray out for game 4: Can the Aces pull it off without her?

WNBA finals news:

Chelsea Gray and Kiah Stokes have been ruled out for game 4 tomorrow, each with foot injuries.

The injuries were not specified.

Can the Aces win without them?

Kelsey Plum is ready to take over PG duties.

Las Vegas has options for the 4 spot.

How the Liberty extended their season.

The finals momentum has swung to New York.

Sabrina Ionescu has resurrected an old mantra in the finals.

Joan Jett loves the Liberty, and the feeling is mutual.

WNBA news:

WNBA overseas playing options shrink as wars in Israel and the Ukraine continue.

The Oakland group that lost the bid for a team to the Warriors says the WNBA didn't let them apply.

College team news:

The madness will continue in NCAA WBB, and that's a good thing.

The AP preseason top 25 poll is interesting. Let's see how well it holds up by next April.

Which teams got snubbed?

Kansas is cultivating new depth.

Oregon State is optimistic that it will have a competitive team.

Two transfers will be the key to TCU's rebuild.

College player news:

Twenty shooting guards are on the Ann Meyers Drysdale watch list.

NCAA news:

The NCAA is focused on the employment status of athletes at a Senate hearing.

Waiting impatiently

WNBA player news:

What if Chelsea Gray can't play for the Aces in game 4?

Her status is still unclear.

Sydney Colson's off-the-court humor makes her the face of the league.

WNBA coach news:

The Mercury are reportedly working on a deal to make Orlando Magic assistant coach Nate Tibbetts their new head coach. He will become the highest-paid coach in league history.

College player news:

The NCAA players we can't wait to see.

Twenty point guards have been named to the Nancy Lieberman Award watch list.

College coach news:

USF has extended Jose Fernandez's contract through 2028-2029.

Liberty roar back; Iowa sets college attendance record

WNBA playoff news:

The Liberty "got back to their identity" and beat the Aces, 87-73, to force a game 4.

Game breakdown.

New York avoided being swept.

How the Liberty's defense fixed their offense, and staved off elimination.

It was New York's first finals win since 1999.

WNBA player news:

Jonquel Jones was fueled by embarrassment from her team's first two finals losses.

Chelsea Gray was injured in today's game, and her status is unclear for Wednesday.

The league announced all-first and second teams today.

Dearica Hamby speaks out.

WNBA general manager news:

Las Vegas general manager Natalie Williams stands on the brink of history in the finals.

College team news:

In their showdown at a football stadium today, Iowa and DePaul set the NCAA women's basketball attendance record, as 55,646 fans showed up.

The house was packed.

Caitlin Clark put on a show, with 34 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists.

College coach news:

Lisa Bluder and Jan Jensen discuss their "winning combination" at Iowa.

Game 3 on deck

Aces at Liberty tomorrow, 3 p.m. ET on ABC........

WNBA playoff team news:

The Aces are ignoring sweep talks ahead of game 3.......they can become the first back-to-back champs in 21 years.

Can the Liberty return to form in a must-win game 3?

New York newcomers are seeing Las Vegas' experience edge.

Friday night, before the lights

WNBA playoff team news:

Not only are the Aces firing on all cylinders, so is their cohesive coaching staff.

Liberty coach Sandy Brondello says it's about action now, not feelings.

The WNBA is holding its own amidst a busy sports calendar on TV.

WNBA playoff player news:

A'ja Wilson is putting together one of the best postseason runs ever.

Breanna Stewart says New York must "look in the mirror" after their two finals losses.

Jonquel Jones is playing for her native Bahamas.

College team news:

UConn is kicking off the season with another Paige Bueckers injury: a jammed thumb.

College player news:

Kelsey Joens is helping lead a youth movement at Iowa State.

Digesting the series so far

WNBA playoff team news:

The Aces' historic first quarter offense is even more impressive a day later.

Down 2-0 in the series, can New York save its season?

WNBA playoff player news:

Chelsea Gray has somehow reached a new level for the Aces.

Jackie Young is shining in the finals.

WNBA coach news:

The Sky have hired Teresa Weatherspoon as head coach.

What it means for the franchise.

Expansion news:

Bay Area expansion comes at a great time.

College team news:

Iowa has sold 52,000 tickets to Sunday's exhibition game.

Mississippi State has national title hopes again.

Iowa State's freshmen are ready to make a big impact.

The best and worst schedules in college hoops this season.

College coach news:

Felisha Legette-Jack is not currently coaching Syracuse, following a medical procedure. No timetable is set for her return.

Aces romp, close in on championship No. 2

WNBA finals news:

The Aces blew out the Liberty, 104-76, to come one win away from another championship.

Another recap.

WNBA player news:

Can Chelsea Gray guide Las Vegas to back-to-back titles?

Jonquel Jones has found her place on New York's starry roster.

Sabrina Ionescu and Betnijah Laney have a special relationship on and off the court.

Breanna Stewart's daughter thinks her mom is every logo.

Expansion news:

What should the Bay Area's new team be called?

College team news:

Iowa and DePaul want to set an NCAA attendance record at Kinnick Stadium this weekend.

Notre Dame will be fast this year, their coach says.....will Olivia Miles play this season?

Gritty and scrappy Oregon will be focused this season.

Georgia is learning from tough preseason practices.