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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

ESPN analyst sparks Caitlin Clark backlash after WNBA reverses controversial call

The drama seems to be nonstop in the WNBA right now..

Kayla McBride’s 3-point record highlights ‘disgraceful’ All-Star snub

Kayla McBride played a great game against the Dallas Wings.

Sunday, August 9, 2026
Valkyries go up big, hold off Sparks' late rally

Cecilia Zandalasini scored 15 points and Tiffany Hayes added 14 as the Golden State Valkyries continued their surge with a 84-78 road victory over the

Sophie Cunningham is threatening to derail Fever's championship dream

Sophie Cunningham is becoming a problem for the Indiana Fever in more ways than one, and now it is diminishing their championship hopes.

Liberty should take a page from Valkyries’ GMing book after Laney-Hamilton debacle

The Liberty could learn a bit from the Valkyries when it comes to team chemistry.

Wings’ loss to Valkyries highlights invaluable Azzi Fudd asset

The Wings are not the same team without Azzi Fudd.

Mystics’ Betnijah Laney-Hamilton steal spells trouble for the rest of the WNBA

The Mystics picked up Betnijah Laney-Hamilton after the Liberty waived her.

Saturday, August 8, 2026
Sparks look to build momentum against surging Valkyries

Defense and ball distribution continue to lead the way for the Golden State Valkyries, who will take their current surge into a road matchup against t

Carla Leite provides an inspiring reminder for every WNBA castaway

After a frustrating time with the Golden State Valkyries, Carla Leite is making a serious statement with the Portland Fire.

Wings were gifted an opportunity to get Azzi Fudd the help she needs

Azzi Fudd carries a heavy burden as the Wings’ top perimeter defender. Betnijah Laney-Hamilton could provide a solid, veteran backup option.

Minnesota Lynx quietly won the Team USA World Cup roster selection

Fans may not be happy that Olivia Miles didn't make the Team USA roster, but things worked out pretty well for the Lynx.

Cheryl Reeve’s ruthless critique may be just what Lynx needed after loss to Sparks

Coming off a ten-game winning streak, you could expect the Lynx to be pretty happy with where they are, but after a streak-ending surprise loss to the Sparks, C

Friday, August 7, 2026
Daylen Lile sparks Nationals over Reds with 3-run shot

Daylen Lile hit a three-run home run and Harry Ford added a two-shot as the host Washington Nationals beat the Cincinnati Reds 5-3 on Friday.,National

Why Lynx have cause for concern after surprise Sparks loss

Minnesota wants to avoid a repeat of 2025.

Sparks' Cameron Brink delivered a statement performance in Lynx upset
Liberty’s Betnijah Laney-Hamilton decision came with perfect timing for the Fever

The Liberty waived Betnijah Laney-Hamilton. She could fill a need for the Fever.

Caitlin Clark, Fever must use overtime loss to Aces as a learning opportunity 

The Fever suffered a tough loss to the Aces, but they can learn from it.

Every WNBA player who will play in the 2026 FIBA World Cup in Berlin

Rosters for the 2026 FIBA World Cup are starting to be finalized.

Thursday, August 6, 2026
With fourth-quarter rally, Sparks snap Lynx's 10-game win streak

Dearica Hamby scored 16 points and grabbed nine rebounds and the Los Angeles Sparks rallied for an 89-82 win, snapping the Minnesota Lynx's 10-game wi

Alex Bregman's 9th-inning HR sparks Cubs comeback over Jays

Alex Bregman belted a two-run homer with two outs in the ninth inning and Pete Crow-Armstrong scored on an error in the 11th, fueling the host Chicago

Most Team USA roster convos are ignoring the France-shaped elephant in the room

The roster for Team USA's World Cup team was announced Thursday. Some fans are ignoring the realities of the tournament.

Rookie Olivia Miles, streaking Lynx look to douse Sparks

The Minnesota Lynx have reeled off 10 wins in a row, and they don't want a letdown now that their winning streak has reached double digits.,Minnesota

Breaking down the WNBA playoff race: Six teams vying for final spot

Seven teams look like playoff locks. Here's how the Mystics, Sparks, Mercury, Sky, Fire or Tempo could be No. 8.

Washington Mystics aren’t getting the buzz they deserve in two WNBA award races

The Washington Mystics deserve some more recognition for the season they’re putting together.

Sparks still have a chance to make up for egregious Dominique Malonga mistake

Dominique Malonga just scored 31 points against the Liberty, reminding the Sparks of what they gave up for a short Kelsey Plum experience.

Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Balanced scoring effort propels Sky to win over Sparks

Natasha Cloud produced 15 points and nine assists and Kamilla Cardoso and Jacy Sheldon scored 15 points apiece, boosting the host Chicago Sky to a 95-

Janelle Salaün is firmly shutting the door on Sophie Cunningham’s WNBA award case

Janelle Salaün has the Sixth Player of the Year award pretty much on lock already.

The Top 30 players in the WNBA (and how they can get to the next level)

The WNBA has never been more talented, and these 30 players are leading the way.

UPSHOT League receives Stephanie White’s invaluable stamp of approval

The Fever became the first team to pick up a player from the new UPSHOT league.

Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Sky try to shake off stinging loss, take on hungry Sparks

Veteran guard Courtney Vandersloot figures the Chicago Sky might need an extra boost to move past their latest narrow loss entering Wednesday's visit

The Valkyries could still end up winning the 2026 Kelsey Plum trade

Kelsey Plum may have been traded to the Phoenix Mercury, but that doesn't mean she's staying there next season—and Golden State could make a compelling case.

Mystics must lean into creative solution to their point guard problem 

The Mystics didn’t make any trade deadline moves for a veteran point guard, so they have to work with who’s already on the roster.

Storm’s lineup change highlights logjam that was always bound to cause problems

The Seattle Storm still have a lot to figure out during their rebuild.

21 Savage's LaMelo Ball crash reference sparks debate

LaMelo Ball crashed his custom camouflage 2022 GMC Hummer EV back in February.

Mercury's risky Kelsey Plum gamble is already looking like a masterstroke

The Phoenix Mercury paid a heavy price to acquire Kelsey Plum, but it's already proving to be a coup of a deal.

Fever's faith in Makayla Timpson could explain WNBA trade deadline inactivity

Fever head coach Stephanie White spoke highly of forward Makayla Timpson, and it could explain why Indiana was inactive before the WNBA trade deadline.

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