WNBA news covering game results, player transactions, draft picks, playoffs, standings, and women's professional basketball.
WNBA MVP Tamika Catchings suggests that selecting a single guiding word for each year helps her navigate post-athletic life. The article details how this practice provides structure and clarity after retirement, contrasting the regimented schedule of professional sports with the ambiguity of everyday decision-making.
Nike announced the complete Caitlin 1 signature shoe collection will be available worldwide on October 1. The lineup includes models like Warning Code and Midnight Fever, developed over two years with WNBA star Caitlin Clark, with adult prices expected at $140.
Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham met with NBA Commissioner Adam Silver to discuss the upcoming WNBA commissioner vacancy following Cathy Engelbert's retirement announcement. Cunningham highlighted the league's growth in ticket sales, merchandise, and ratings since drafting Caitlin Clark as context for the need for strong leadership.
The article discusses the rise in hostility toward the WNBA, including protests and death threats against players, despite growing popularity. It features insights from journalists analyzing the sources of this backlash and the league's responses to domestic extremism and unwanted attention.
The Sporting News argues that the Minnesota Lynx's upcoming doubleheader against the Indiana Fever is critical for securing the WNBA's No. 1 seed. With Golden State close behind, the article contends that Minnesota must win two of its final four games to guarantee home-court advantage, leveraging their head-to-head tiebreaker.
Sports Illustrated argues that Caitlin Clark's improved defensive performance during the FIBA World Cup with Team USA bodes well for her future with the Indiana Fever. The commentary suggests that playing alongside elite defenders and having reduced offensive responsibilities allowed Clark to elevate her game on that end of the floor.
This piece invites readers to submit questions for an expert WNBA mailbag as the regular season concludes. It notes the league's return following the World Cup and highlights the competitive uncertainty regarding playoff seeds, MVP candidates, and championship contenders in the final stretch of games.
The article projects the USA women's basketball roster for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, highlighting a generational shift from veterans like A'ja Wilson to emerging stars such as Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese. It argues that coach Kara Lawson faces significant pressure to maintain the team's historic dominance against increasingly competitive international fields.
Hardwood Heroics argues that WNBA player Sophie Cunningham’s call for a 'players first' commissioner highlights critical leadership needs during the league's expansion. The commentary contends that unity and strong athlete relations are essential for the next commissioner to manage the sport's growing popularity and diverse roster effectively.
This newsletter highlights Breanna Stewart’s continued dominance in women’s basketball following the USA’s World Cup victory. It profiles her undefeated record across NCAA, World Cup, and Olympic competitions, while also noting the evolving rivalry with A’ja Wilson and previewing upcoming WNBA playoff projections.