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Paige Bueckers sets boundaries in the WNBA: "The relationship between Azzi Fudd and me is our business"
"What we choose to share is completely up to us" Leer
Reese records WNBA-record 29th double-double
Angel Reese had 15 points and 11 rebounds to break a WNBA record with her 29th double-double this season, and the Atlanta Dream defeated the league-leading Minnesota Lynx 89-81 on Sunday afternoon in their last game before the FIBA World Cup break.
Ranking the 50 best players in the WNBA
A'ja Wilson remains No. 1, but where are Caitlin Clark, Napheesa Collier and Angel Reese as the World Cup break nears?
Fever-Sky sets 29-year WNBA viewership record
The Fever-Sky game Sunday averaged 3.31 million viewers on NBC and Peacock to make it the most-watched regular-season WNBA game since the league's inaugural season in 1997.
WNBA rescinds Reese's technical; no suspension
The WNBA rescinded the technical foul that Dream forward Angel Reese picked up Friday against Portland, meaning she remains at seven on the season and will not be suspended for Sunday's game against Minnesota.
Why is one WNBA team calling in national security experts?
The WNBA's popularity has risen in recent years, but so have threats and abuse directed at its players. One team is taking a novel approach to this, by partnering with national security specialists.
WNBA Power Rankings: Dream climb four spots, Fever drop three
Golden State got its first win over Minnesota in franchise history as it moves closer to hosting playoff games.
Bueckers, Wings win, seal last WNBA playoff berth
The Dallas Wings claimed the eighth and final WNBA playoff spot Tuesday with their 96-78 victory over the Portland Fire at College Park Center, sending star guard Paige Bueckers, the 2025 No. 1 pick, to the postseason for the first time.
Reese sets 2 WNBA rebounding records with 26
Angel Reese set a WNBA record with 26 rebounds in the Dream's 78-71 win over the Sparks on Monday, pushing her past the league's season record in the same game.
How Ogwumike's retirement impacts WNBA, players' union and Sparks
Nneka Ogwumike's leadership for the players' union is as much of a legacy as her 15-year impact on the court.
Seven-foot statues, Porsches and real estate: How WNBA players are spending their new millions
From cars and watches to investments and property, here's how WNBA players are using their life-changing new money.
The top 12 games left in the WNBA regular season
With all the seeding and five playoff spots still up for grabs, these are the most impactful WNBA games left.
NFL, NBA, WNBA players cannot return, SEC says
After the Big Ten passed a rule stopping players returning from the NFL from playing at its schools, the SEC followed suit but took it further, adding basketball in announcing a policy forbidding members from rostering anyone from the NFL, NBA and WNBA.
Sources: Kanter not WNBA-eligible; arena ban TBD
The WNBA has not announced any plans to ban Enes Kanter Freedom from attending future games but, according to multiple sources, the ex-NBA player will not be eligible to play in the league.
Engelbert: 'Haters' using WNBA to create conflict
Commissioner Cathy Engelbert said the league is being used as a "political football for people who have never watched the WNBA."
Kanter Freedom ejected from WNBA game over player row
Former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom is ejected from the Women's NBA match between the Chicago Sky and Indiana Fever after becoming involved in a verbal altercation with Sky guard Natasha Cloud.
Former NBA player who says he identifies as woman ejected from WNBA game
WNBA Power Rankings: Can the Liberty find their way into the top four?
New York, up two spots this week, appears to be back in the hunt for a top-four seed in the playoffs.
Ex-NBA player who says he identifies as woman ejected from WNBA game
Sophie Cunningham reveals true feelings about Caitlin Clark and Indiana Fever ahead of 2026 season
A short-term deal, a growing role, and a fanbase pushing for more Leer
Cloud dismisses dustup with 'irrelevant' Freedom
The Sky's Natasha Cloud was dismissive of Enes Kanter Freedom, calling the former NBA player an "irrelevant person" while saying she is focused on issues that are "actually [affecting] women and children."
Sources: Bonner signing with Dream after buyout
Free agent DeWanna Bonner is signing with the Dream following her contract buyout with the Mercury, sources said.
Aces' Smith to miss rest of season with leg injury
Aces starting forward NaLyssa Smith will be out the rest of the WNBA season after sustaining a left leg injury in Sunday's 88-78 victory at Toronto.
Clark, Mitchell drop dual 34-point nights in rout
Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell dominated the action for the Fever, lighting up the Sun with 34 points apiece in a 111-91 rout.
👟 Clark debuts 'friendship bracelet' colorway
The Indiana Fever star is a longtime fan of the superstar artist, with her new Caitlin 1 sneakers paying homage to her friendship bracelet from Swift's Eras Tour.
Awards: Wilson, Reese and the most dominant stars of 2026
With the season almost over, Eric Moody looks at the biggest stars and surprises who led your teams to victory.
Elite Eight: How the 2026 playoff field was set
Minnesota, Las Vegas, Golden State, Indiana, Atlanta, New York, Washington and Dallas are headed to the playoffs.
Plum out for season; Wilson to also miss FIBA WC
Kelsey Plum and A'ja Wilson will miss the FIBA Women's World Cup for health reasons, with the Mercury announcing that Plum will miss the rest of the 2026 season. Kiki Iriafen and Sonia Citron will replace Plum and Wilson, USA Basketball announced Monday.
A Swiftie and a Sneakerhead? Caitlin Clark’s Taylor Swift-Inspired Nikes Are Your Wildest Dreams
The WNBA star and longtime Taylor Swift fan has debuted a new Nike Caitlin 1s colorway with friendship bracelet-details.
Sky ban Kanter after clash with Cloud, ejection
Chicago Sky owner Michael Alter said Enes Kanter Freedom was banned from Wintrust Arena after showing he had the potential to be a threat when he was removed for a verbal altercation with a Sky player during a game Sunday.
'She elevates us': Why Lynx think this is the year they win Minnesota's first title in nine years
After a long road back from multiple injuries, Napheesa Collier could help Minnesota peak in the WNBA playoffs.
Show on the road: Unrivaled expands 2027 travel
Unrivaled will expand to more road trips outside Miami in 2027 as the league announced a valuation of $650 million and that the players equity pool is up 550% since 2024.
💓 Bueckers, Fudd share relationship beginnings
The three-part docuseries about the Huskies will be available on Apple TV on Aug. 21.
Sources: SEC to suspend coaches who add pros
SEC schools that bring back NFL, NBA or WNBA players to their programs will face steep discipline under a new policy unanimously approved by the conference's 16 members, sources confirmed to ESPN.
Mercury buy out Bonner, who will seek title shot
The Mercury and DeWanna Bonner have reached an agreement to buy out her contract. Once she clears waivers, the six-time All-Star will look for a chance to sign as a free agent with a playoff team.
Stewart wants safe space amid transgender rallies
Liberty star Breanna Stewart says she hopes WNBA arenas can be a "safe space" for fans amid rallies about transgender sports participation.
Kanter Freedom tossed after clash with Cloud
Ex-NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom was ejected from Sunday's game between the Fever and the Sky after a verbal altercation with Chicago's Natasha Cloud.
Reese nets career-high 31, puts Dream in playoffs
The Dream clinched a playoff berth behind Angel Reese's career-best 31 points and her 14 rebounds in a 99-89 win over the Mercury.
Sky's Cloud slams 'weird' fans throwing sex toys
The Sky's home game against the Valkyries was interrupted when multiple sex toys were thrown onto the court, prompting Chicago's Natasha Cloud to speak out against what she described as "weird" behavior.
Judge: SEC can't punish teams that play ex-pros
A temporary restraining order prohibits the SEC from enforcing a new rule that threatens stiff penalties for any team that uses a player who previously signed a contract to play in the NFL, NBA or WNBA.
Stad obtains controlling stake in Wolves, Lynx
American businessman Marc Stad has purchased and taken a controlling interest in the NBA's Minnesota Timberwolves and WNBA's Minnesota Lynx.