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Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Nneka Ogwumike has just made a pivotal Sparks decision a lot easier

Nneka Ogwumike is giving the Los Angeles Sparks no choice with a critical decision that will shape their entire future.

Why former WNBA MVP Nneka Ogwumike is retiring from basketball despite still producing at high-level for Sparks

The Hall of Fame awaits Ogwumike, an 11-time All-Star who captured MVP honors in 2015.

Why Nneka Ogwumike's retirement announcement is so shocking for Sparks, WNBA

Ogwumike caught a lot of fans off-guard.

Aces have a major Jewell Loyd problem heading into the playoffs

If the Las Vegas Aces don't find a way to solve this Jewell Loyd conundrum, it may cost them their shot at the championship.

Mystics will be a tougher first-round opponent than their youth makes them out to be

Finishing the playoff race with a top-four seed comes with two perks: home-court advantage and a first-round opponent from the bottom half of the playoff pictur

Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Olivia Nelson-Ododa stays hot, leads Sun past Sparks

Olivia Nelson-Ododa recorded 18 points and 11 rebounds to fuel the Connecticut Sun to an 85-77 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks on Tuesday in Bosto

2027 WNBA All-Star announcement is one more example of Valkyries greatness

The Golden State Valkyries will host 2027 WNBA All-Star events at the Chase Center, yet another marker on the team's long list of achievements.

NBA analysts complaining the WNBA is a "girls club" is the latest proof of the league's success

NBA analysts are complaining that there aren't enough men commenting on the WNBA — but it's not really about that.

Dallas Wings are still right on schedule despite recent rough stretch

It’s been a rough five-game stretch for the Wings, but nothing is lost yet.

Angel Reese adjustment could reignite the Dream's championship push

If the Atlanta Dream wishes to achieve its dream of being crowned WNBA champions, Karl Smesko must tweak Angel Reese's role.

Monday, August 17, 2026
Slo-mo Angel Reese-Sophie Cunningham replay sparks outrage after Fever-Dream thriller

A slow-motion replay of Angel Reese making contact with Sophie Cunningham sparked another officiating debate after the Fever’s overtime victory.

Becky Hammon says the quiet part out loud about the 2026 WNBA Finals

The head coach of the Las Vegas Aces didn't hold back when asked about how the team performed against the Lynx this weekend, and hinted at things to come.

Sparks strive to get back in win column vs. Sun

The Los Angeles Sparks will look for a complete effort in a bid to halt their losing ways on Tuesday when they visit the Connecticut Sun in Boston.,Th

WNBA MVP conversations are ignoring the league's second-highest scorer

Kelsey Mitchell should be in the WNBA MVP conversations more than she is, and that's something that might happen if the Fever make it to the final stages of the playoffs this season.

Brilliant Nia Coffey adjustment makes Lynx even more dangerous

Cheryl Reeve has figured out how to keep Nia Coffey in the rotation with Napheesa Collier back.

Sunday, August 16, 2026
A’ja Wilson passed Candace Parker on WNBA all-time scoring list at the perfect time

A’ja Wilson passed Candace Parker on the all-time scoring list with storybook timing.

How Mystics' dynamic 'Kitron' duo demolished the Sparks

Good luck stopping this for the next several years.

Saturday, August 15, 2026
Mystics dominate 4th quarter to top Sparks

Sonia Citron recorded 21 points, eight assists and six rebounds, and Kiki Iriafen added 19 points and eight rebounds, helping the Washington Mystics s

Caitlin Clark is heating up exactly when the Fever needs her the most

Caitlin Clark recently recorded a feat that no other player in the WNBA has to date — and she's still got plenty of fight left in her for the 2026 season.

Olivia Miles might pull of the near-impossible to thwart A'ja Wilson's 5th MVP

A'ja Wilson is the likely MVP this WNBA season, but she could be stopped in her tracks by Minnesota Lynx rookie Olivia Miles.

Jose Fernandez sends puzzling Awak Kuier message after Wings loss to Fever

Awak Kuier has improved the Dallas Wings defensively, but head coach Jose Fernandez clearly doesn't think so.

Valkyries made one of the most underrated WNBA free agent signings this offseason

Kiah Stokes’s numbers may not jump off the page but she has been an integral part of the Valkyries’ success.

Carla Leite has effectively turned around the biggest weakness from her rookie season

Carla Leite is rapidly improving her game with the Portland Fire.

Friday, August 14, 2026
ION's embarrassing WNBA graphic blunder isn't even really about Caitlin Clark

ION posted a graphic today that featured four players as part of a Wings-Fever rivalry that surprised a lot of fans.

Mystics will lean on Shakira Austin vs. struggling Sparks

Shakira Austin aims to continue her run of stellar performances when the Washington Mystics host the Los Angeles Sparks on Saturday night.,Austin has

Dominique Malonga issues Team USA challenge Sue Bird cannot afford to ignore

Dominique Malonga shared her confidence in the French national team with USA Basketball managing director Sue Bird.

Sparks' Cameron Brink gets cruel injury twist amid promising run of games

Another unfortunate development for the former No.2 pick.

Tempo missing out on first-year playoff dream isn’t as bad as it sounds

It’s been a disappointing season, but things could look up soon for the Tempo.

No WNBA team needs JuJu Watkins more than the Houston Comets

The Comets desperately need JuJu Watkins to start their revival with a young superstar in place.

Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese seem to be on collision course for exciting playoff first

If we’re lucky, the Fever and Dream will stay locked into the four-five first-round matchup.

Thursday, August 13, 2026
Sabrina Ionescu rescues Liberty against Sparks

Sabrina Ionescu scored 12 of her 20 points in a chaotic fourth quarter as the host New York Liberty held on to defeat the Los Angeles Sparks, 85-81, o

The Aces can repeat their title win if they can conquer two key factors of the game

The Las Vegas Aces are on track to make a serious run for the WNBA Championship this season, but two parts of their game could stand in their way.

The Indiana Fever made a statement — now fans need to heed it

Stephanie White has her players' backs, and her players are riding for her. It's time for Indiana fans to do the same.

Temi Fagbenle is teaching Tempo a lesson they can't afford to ignore

Temi Fagbenle has failed to replicate her Golden State Valkyries form with the Toronto Tempo.

Cheryl Reeve’s statement shirts are as meaningful as they are iconic in WNBA circles

Cheryl Reeve spoke about the motivation behind her statement T-shirts.

Valkyries have a chance to make more WNBA expansion history this year

The Valkyries made history with their trip to the playoffs last year. They can build on it this year.

Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Liberty aim to work on perimeter defense during visit from Sparks

The New York Liberty and Los Angeles Sparks have played twice this season, and both games were decided by less than five points.,Thursday night, the L

Liberty’s biggest Satou Sabally question becomes more pressing every day

It’s been a long time since Satou Sabally has played.

Caitlin Clark's comments should determine Stephanie White's job security

Caitlin Clark was not happy with the treatment of Indiana Fever's head coach, Stephanie White, before their matchup with the New York Liberty.

Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Noemie Brochant's career-high 24 points propel Mercury past Sparks

Noemie Brochant capped a career night helping lead the Phoenix Mercury on a late-game, 8-0 run to surge past the host Los Angeles Sparks, 94-87, on Tu

Dallas reporter's story is proof parasocial WNBA relationships are going too far

Grant Afseth will no longer cover the Dallas Wings after receiving death threats against his family.

Betnijah Laney-Hamilton trade has already unlocked something for the Mystics

The Washington Mystics are already benefitting from adding Betnijah Laney-Hamilton to the team, and they've got plenty of chances to keep doing so ahead of them.

WNBA misses the mark with a 'Rivals Week' narrative it never needed to force

WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert should head back to the drawing board with 'Rivals Week'.

Dallas Wings must avoid nightmare first-round matchup at all costs

No first-round matchup will be easy, but the Wings especially don’t want to see this team.

Rhyne Howard’s Team USA selection is already exposing Dream’s biggest roster flaw

Resting Rhyne Howard is easier said than done.

Dominque Malonga quietly improved overlooked skill in second Storm season

Dominique Malonga seems to be getting better with every game.

Monday, August 10, 2026
Slumping Mercury visit Sparks with Kelsey Plum unavailable to face old team

Kelsey Plum won't be able to compete against her former teammates when the Phoenix Mercury visit the Los Angeles Sparks on Tuesday.,The Mercury (12-22

Mercury G Kelsey Plum (leg) ruled out vs. Sparks

Kelsey Plum won't be able to play against her former team when the Phoenix Mercury visit the Los Angeles Sparks on Tuesday.,Phoenix listed Plum as out

Mercury rule Plum out vs. Sparks with leg injury

Mercury guard Kelsey Plum will miss Tuesday's game against her former team the Los Angeles Sparks due to a lower left leg injury.

Kelsey Plum returns to LA as Mercury face Sparks

A little more than a week removed from her trade to the Phoenix Mercury, Kelsey Plum will compete against her former teammates with a visit to the Los

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