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Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Being waived in the WNBA might present new opportunities

The preseason purge is a tough time for WNBA teams and for fans, especially those who are attached to their rosters. Here's what happens to players who are waived.

Minnesota Lynx's surprising draft choice could be the hero they desperately need

The Lynx are moving mysteriously this season, but drafting Olivia Miles might have been one of the smartest moves the team's made.

Tuesday, May 5, 2026
WNBA free agency revealed an understandable truth: players want to be home

The new CBA in the WNBA has revealed that a lot of the league's top players want to play closer to where their families are and where they grew up.

WNBA GMs got one thing horribly wrong — and they'll soon know what

The results of the annual WNBA GM survey released, and they one thing horribly wrong, which they'll soon figure out.

This WNBA season the Sky is actually the limit

The Chicago Sky made several changes this season that left fans baffled, but they might all add up to a pretty fun season for the team.

Draymond Green-Austin Rivers beef, explained: Comment about Steve Kerr sparks petty war of words

Draymond Green and Austin Rivers have had their fair share of beef. Here's a timeline of all the disagreements.

Veteran offers the only logical answer to lingering free agency question

Tina Charles is no longer a free agent. She’s officially ready t hang up her basketball shoes after a long career.

Monday, May 4, 2026
Jaylen Brown's stream sparks controversy as Celtics face major offseason decisions

Brown was the man for Boston this season with Jayson Tatum out for most of it. Now, he's in the midst of trade rumors.

Dream already has an Angel Reese issue that has a simple fix

The Atlanta Dream have already stumbled across a problem with Angel Reese, and they can address it in the easiest way imaginable.

Chicago Sky's Hailey Van Lith decision inspires more questions than answers

The Sky waived Hailey Van Lith Monday after drafting her as the 11th overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft.

A’ja Wilson’s continued pursuit of greatness could cost two Aces members this season

A’ja Wilson’s ascend through the WNBA all-time scoring ranks will cause some familiar faces to fall in the ranking.

Sunday, May 3, 2026
Fire and Tempo have to master this crucial skill to succeed

The Portland Fire and Toronto Tempo have so much potential, Golden State Valkyries president Jess Smith told Yahoo Sports recently.

Caitlin Clark crashouts are part of the WNBA whether you like it or not

Caitlin Clark is known for her explosive style of play, as well as for her explosive emotions that sometimes come out during a game.

Valkyries’ brutal roster purge paves the way for one more heartbreak

The Valkyries still have to make one more cut after already parting ways with a group of players.

Sparks’ Cameron Brink decision keeps massive 2025 concern alive

The Sparks’ lineup decision makes sense, but it could also make it more difficult to improve one of their biggest weaknesses from last season.

Saturday, May 2, 2026
Saba Lobjanidze's brace sparks Atlanta over Montreal

Saba Lobjanidze scored a brace and Emmanuel Latte Lath netted the match-winner late in the first half as Atlanta United defeated visiting CF Montreal

Confusing Valkyries Marta Suarez trade reaches end that feels inevitable

The Golden State Valkryies have waived Marta Suarez after entering into a trade with the Storm that sent Flau'jae Johnson to Seattle.

Sky's free agency decisions all lead to bright future for Kamilla Cardoso

The Chicago Sky are supporting 2024 draft pick Kamilla Cardoso by bringing in veterans who can help her realize her full potential.

Lynx rookie may have already solved frustrating 2025 problem

In just one WNBA preseason game, this Minnesota Lynx rookie has shown that she has the potential to solve the franchise's biggest issue of 2025.

Friday, May 1, 2026
Fever coach's strong endorsement of Raven Johnson comes at crucial time

Stephanie White had high praise for Fever rookie Raven Johnson after her strong home performance against the Dallas Wings.

Valkyries best the Fever, Liberty, and more in crucial analytics race

The Golden State Valkyries were named the most valuable team in the WNBA for the second year in a row, a major feat for a relatively new team.

Early WNBA season change will have a big impact on injuries

The WNBA preseason has barely begun but fans are already noticing a major change from last year.

Preseason is already exposing a glaring Indiana Fever concern

The Fever’s preseason game against the Wings wasn’t the team’s best showing.

Sophie Cunningham suddenly faces bittersweet situation no one saw coming

Sophie Cunningham may be a fan favourite for the Indiana Fever, but she could be set for a frustrating 2026 WNBA campaign due to one player's emergence.

Keeping new fan favorite may be more challenging for the Liberty than they would like

Anneli Maley has been a star in the WNBL for years. She was named WNBL MVP in 2022 and made three All-WNBL teams in recent years. Now, she’s trying to take her

Thursday, April 30, 2026
Cameron Brink’s throwback look grabs attention as Sparks hope for healthy reset

The choice definitely created attention.

Steph Curry just said everything that needs to be said about Azzi Fudd

Golden State Warriors star Steph Curry took the opportunity to support Azzi Fudd in the latest issue of his newsletter.

Tempo fans aren't happy with surprise preseason purge decision

The Toronto Tempo announced a series of waived players Thursday, and some of the names on the list surprised and frustrated fans.

Wednesday, April 29, 2026
WNBA coaches are making a good point about the preseason (but it might not matter)

Some WNBA coaches aren't pleased with the idea that the season may begin earlier and end later — but the new CBA will dictate what ends up happening.

Michael Wacha’s wardrobe malfunction sparks bizarre ejection of A's coach

A's coach ejected after Michael Wacha's wardrobe slip.

Sky's preseason paints realistic portrait of a team that needs to grow

The Chicago Sky put in another disappointing presason performance Wednesday night, but there's still reason to believe the team will ultimately be great.

NCAA expansion could water down the tournament experience

It seems all but certain that the NCAA will expand its March Madness tournaments to 76 teams, and fans are split on how that will impact the experience.

Angel Reese trade decision will get its first test Wednesday night

The Dream will play the Sky in a preseason game Wednesday night in Chicago, a game that offers a first look at how Angel Reese fits with the new team.

Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Sparks name Stacy Johns as new president

The Los Angeles Sparks hired Stacy Johns as president on Tuesday. She succeeds Christine Monjer, who spent two years in the role.

Fever rookie reveals underdiscussed reality about what that really means

Justine Pissott and several other WNBA rookies are juggling the demands of professional employment, hoping to stay on a team — and their schoolwork.

Mercury injury news casts a dark cloud over 2026 season

The Phoenix Mercury will be forced to play without Kathryn Westbeld this season, a huge blow to a team that's hoping to repeat their 2025 success (at the very least).

Valkyries favorite is still in limbo when it comes to this year's roster

Kate Martin has not had the fourth year of her contract exercised by the Golden State Valkyries, and it's not clear if she'll make the team this season.

Wings GM finally admits the obvious reason he drafted Azzi Fudd

Curt Miller got honest about what the Wings were most interested in about Azzi Fudd while speaking to the Dallas News.

Sparks tab Stacy Johns as team president

Stacy Johns has been named the president of the Los Angeles Sparks, the team announced Tuesday.,Johns began a short stint as the CEO at Bay FC of the

The writing is already on the wall for exciting guard's future with the Wings

The Dallas Wings must cut their training camp roster of 22 down to just 12 players, and one player may already have her fate sealed.

Monday, April 27, 2026
Independence is a focal point for the WNBA as the 2026 season begins

At least five teams are not directly owned by or tied to their NBA affiliates, and that might have an impact on how their WNBA seasons proceed.

Natasha Cloud has a WNBA market problem — not a political one

Natasha Cloud still hasn't been signed to a WNBA team, but increasingly it seems that the reason has to do with the market more than anything else.

Paige Buecker says all that needs to be said about Azzi Fudd relationship

Paige Bueckers addressed a topic people haven’t stopped talking about since the draft: her relationship with Azzi Fudd.

WNBA League Pass and app problems are coming at the worst possible time

Fans are reporting major issues with the WNBA's League Pass as well as the app that's available on handheld devices.

Liberty reserve proves she could become New York's X-factor this season

It was only one preseason game, but a Liberty reserve player showed why she has the ability to be a vital X-factor in New York's WNBA Championship hopes.

Caitlin Clark-Paige Bueckers showdown headlines list of must-watch WNBA games

The 2026 season will be full of entertaining games. These ten stand out.

Facing Jays, Red Sox hope managerial change sparks turnaround

Boston Red Sox players have been more than open about their feelings behind the organization's decision to fire manager Alex Cora and five members of

Sunday, April 26, 2026
WNBA fans react to the preseason purge as teams waive fan favorites

Fans of the Dallas Wings were surprised to learn the team opted to waive Kyla Oldacre and Zee Spearman on Sunday.

Embiid’s return sparks hope as 76ers face must-win Game 4 against Celtics
Tennessee's roster rebuild still reveals gaping hole

The Lady Vols are on a mission to prove the team can survive its recent roster reset, and the newcomers to Tennessee offer a lot of promise.

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