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Monday, April 13, 2026
Sky, Sparks trade grades for Rickea Jackson-Ariel Atkins swap

The Chicago Sky and the Los Angeles Sparks’ recent trade involving Rickea Jackson and Ariel Atkins stands out as one of the most intriguing moves of the 2026 WNBA offseason. Chicago leaned into...

2026 WNBA mock draft: Last-minute free agency moves made an impact

We put together a mock draft of all three rounds earlier this week, but free agency moves have inspired a fresh look at the most likely names to go round one.

Atlanta Dream GM immediately shuts down loaded Angel Reese concern

The Dream’s GM isn’t worried about any issues Angel Reese had with her last team.

Dream’s surprising Angel Reese addition was actually months in the making

Angel Reese was on the Dream’s radar for a while before the deal got done.

Sunday, April 12, 2026
Sky's big free agency moves cast confusion on Angel Reese trade decision

The Chicago Sky has made huge free agency moves this week — something that began with Monday's announcement the team had traded Angel Reese to the Atlanta Dream.

Sparks re-sign locker room favorite to camp contract

The Los Angeles Sparks have revamped their roster this offseason starting with bringing back former franchise cornerstone Nneka Ogwumike, signing veteran guard Erica Wheeler and trading Rickea...

Chicago Sky Trade Ariel Atkins, Acquire Rickea Jackson from Los Angeles Sparks

The Chicago Sky and Los Angeles Sparks have agreed to a trade, sending forward Rickea Jackson to LA and guard Ariel Atkins to Chicago, per Alexa Philippou. After spending the first 7 seasons of...

Valkyries just saved the rest of the league from a season with only one outcome

The Valkyries finally made a big splash in free agency, beating out two other teams for Gabby Williams.

Dream Golden State Valkyries signing makes the team an immediate threat

Gabby Williams has signed with the Golden State Valkyries, a move that will serve the team well for years to come.

Sky’s bombshell offseason continues with Ariel Atkins-Rickea Jackson Sparks trade swap

The Chicago Sky have made several surprising moves this offseason, and they continue to make moves to transform their roster. After rumors of a possible trade for Rickea Jackson surfaced earlier...

Kelsey Plum takes less than supermax in free agency to help Sparks build roster

The Los Angeles Sparks have already made some aggressive moves during WNBA free agency. LA will reunite with Nneka Ogwumike in 2026, bringing the franchise legend back after her two-year stint in...

New York Liberty’s blockbuster offseason already comes with a looming concern

The New York Liberty have had a free agency period to remember. However, this level of business does pose difficult challenges.

Saturday, April 11, 2026
Free agency is quickly revealing the Aces’ biggest threat in the championship race

Satou Sabally is headed to the Liberty. The team will start the new season with four All-Stars.

Perfect draft pick could kickstart exciting new Sky era

The Chicago Sky could begin the post-Angel Reese era perfectly with a stirring pick in the 2026 WNBA draft.

Wings’ free agency activity raises more questions about the draft than it answers

Wings GM Curt Miller is making moves and only adding to the uncertainty around this year’s draft.

Angel Reese dream looks more likely to come true in Atlanta with every day

The Dream will reportedly be able to keep their core together after adding Angel Reese.

Friday, April 10, 2026
Surprise free agency trade could crown Seattle Storm winners of the WNBA Draft

WNBA contracts negotiated this week can't be signed until Saturday, which has meant a lot of fans have spent the days in the realm of speculation, wondering who might be traded to which team.

Nneka Ogwumike to return to the LA Sparks

Nneka Ogwumike is headed back to the Los Angeles Sparks.

Thursday, April 9, 2026
WNBA free agency uncovers unexpected 2024 rookie trend

Five of the eight rookies drafted in the 2024 class could begin this season playing for teams other than the ones they originally signed with.

The Angel Reese trade is already paying off big for Atlanta

The Angel Reese effect is being felt in Atlanta one month before the WNBA star plays her first game for the Dream.

One shrewd Wings move could spark a Paige Bueckers–Azzi Fudd reunion

The Dallas Wings could make a smart move in free agency that would allow the franchise to reunite Paige Bueckers with the talented Azzi Fudd.

WNBA free agency hasn't answered the Valkyries' Juste Jocyte question (yet)

Golden State Valkyries fans are still waiting to find out if the team's top 2025 draft pick will make her WNBA debut this season.

Next generational talent may never make it to Sky after Angel Reese trade

The bad news just keep coming for the Chicago Sky.

Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Angel Reese trade ramps up Indiana Fever-Atlanta Dream rivalry

Angel Reese's trade to the Atlanta Dream could establish a true rivalry between the team and the Indiana Fever.

New Lady Vols recruit hints at Kim Caldwell's vision for the team

The Tennessee Lady Vols officially have two players on the roster with the signing of Avery Mills. She previously played for Liberty.

Angel Reese's exit creates key opportunity for Sky’s next star to emerge

With Angel Reese leaving the Chicago Sky for the Atlanta Dream, a forward will now have a chance she never imagined possible.

Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Atlanta Dream trade gives Angel Reese the chance to silence her haters

Angel Reese's move to the Atlanta Dream will give her the opportunity to prove once and for all just how talented she really is.

The Fever's Kelsey Mitchell solution is the only viable one they have

The Indiana Fever extended a core qualifying offer to Kelsey Mitchell Tuesday, which shows they're prioritizing their longtime star.

Angel Reese trade was always inevitable (and the Chicago Sky are to blame)

The Chicago Sky were seemingly always going to lose Angel Reese, and this week's trade just solidified the inevitable.

Monday, April 6, 2026
Angel Reese trade could change everything for Dream's franchise player

Angel Reese has joined the Atlanta Dream for the 2026 season, a surprise move that rocked WNBA fans Monday morning.

Sky just hit a new low as staggering Angel Reese trade leaves fans baffled

WNBA fans can't believe that the Chicago Sky let Angel Reese go to the Dream for that price.

Blockbuster trade sets the stage for actual Angel Reese-Caitlin Clark rivalry

Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark will finally both play for competitive teams.

Chicago Sky's stunning Angel Reese trade signals era-defining pivot

With Angel Reese officially heading to the Atlanta Dream, the Chicago Sky has sent a clear message about the future direction of their franchise.

Dream already won Angel Reese trade without even playing a single game yet

Angel Reese is headed to Atlanta in a blockbuster trade. And the Dream already look like the clear winners of the trade.

Sunday, April 5, 2026
A'ja Wilson's free agency stance will be the model for the league

A'ja Wilson made it clear she has no intentions of leaving Las Vegas this season, a stance that many team stars appear to be adopting.

Every sign points to Azzi Fudd being drafted to the Dallas Wings

The WNBA Draft will take place on April 13, and there are many reasons to believe Azzi Fudd will be drafted as the No. 1 overall pick.

NCAA Tournament expansion plans possess one major flaw

The NCAA must reconsider its plans to expand the tournament to 76 teams before it is too late.

Vet slams Sky for issues that could ultimately seal Angel Reese’s fate in Chicago

Rebecca Allen didn’t mince her words when she spoke about her experience in Chicago.

Saturday, April 4, 2026
Geno Auriemma owes Dawn Staley a lot more than a vague apology

If you follow women's college basketball at all, by now you're likely more than aware of the fact that UConn's head coach Geno Auriemma had a major reaction to

The stage is finally set for Kaitlyn Chen scenario fans were denied last year

The expansion draft may have created an opportunity for Kaitlyn Chen to claim a bigger role.

Caitlin Clark unintentionally played a role in ending Azzi Fudd’s senior season

South Carolina handed UConn its first loss of the season—and there’s a Caitlin Clark connection.

Friday, April 3, 2026
This year's men's Final Four will have a side of WNBA magic

Tamika Catchings will be on hand in Indianapolis as the men's Final Four gets underway in the city.

Toronto Tempo could shape entire identity with one shrewd draft pick

Holding the sixth overall pick in the WNBA draft, the Toronto Tempo has a great chance to kick-start its journey in the league.

Paige Bueckers absence will create tougher Final Four experience for UConn star

So far, UConn hasn’t felt Paige Bueckers’s absence much. That could change soon.

Thursday, April 2, 2026
Transfer portal steal could unlock Hannah Hidalgo's UConn goals

Notre Dame has been presented with a shocking opportunity that could grant Hannah Hidalgo her UConn wish.

2026 WNBA Mock Draft: Predictions for all 3 rounds

This year's WNBA Draft will take place on Monday, April 13, and Azzi Fudd is expected to be among the very first names announced.

Angel Reese’s vision for Sky could finally come true after first offseason trades

No Sky player will be available in the expansion draft after two trades. What could that choice mean for the Sky’s future?

Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Veteran’s offseason was one big lesson about fit with Paige Bueckers

The Wings have potential, but there are still a ton of questions that need to be answered.

Tuesday, March 31, 2026
UCLA's championship hopes hinge on overcoming key regular season defeat

The UCLA Bruins are preparing to play the only team that beat them during the regular season, and the fight won't be an easy one.

JuJu Watkins fans might get the results they've been waiting for this week

This week USA Basketball will hold another training camp for potential members of the team that will play in the 2028 Summer Olympic Games.

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