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WNBA Star Sophie Cunningham Sends Message To Her Haters

The 2025 WNBA season didn't go the way Sophie Cunningham, Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever hoped it would, to say the least. But as the team heads into a crucial offseason, Cunningham has a message for her haters.

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Collier, Smith named to WNBA All-Defensive First Team

Lynx stars Napheesa Collier and Alanna Smith were named to the 2025 WNBA All-Defensive First Team on Wednesday. Smith, 29, was named co-Defensive Player of the Year in September along with Las Vegas Aces star A'ja Wilson.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / October 8

Lynx place two on WNBA All-Defensive first team

Minnesota Lynx forwards Alanna Smith and Napheesa Collier anchor the WNBA's 2025 All-Defensive first team announced on Wednesday. Joining the duo is Seattle Storm guard Gabby Williams and two players currently competing in the WNBA Finals, Las Vegas Aces center A'ja Wilson and Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas.

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The 'WNBA Rookies of the Year' quiz

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WNBA News / EssentiallySports / October 8

Alyssa Thomas’ Personal Dilemma Leaves Mercury’s WNBA Finals on Thin Ice, Says Ex-Aces Star

The Las Vegas Aces will pounce on any meat you leave back for them this season. That’s what the Phoenix Mercury and Alyssa Thomas did in Game 1 of the 2025 Finals.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / October 8

Congratulations Pour in for Indiana Fever Star After News on Wednesday

Aliyah Boston and the Indiana Fever had one of the more improbable WNBA playoff runs in recent memory. Missing numerous players to season-ending injuries, including Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham, Boston helped the Fever get past the Atlanta Dream in the first round before taking the Las Vegas Aces to overtime of Game 5 in the semifinals.

Las Vegas Aces News / Athlon Sports / October 8

Aces Make A'Ja Wilson Announcement Amid WNBA Finals

The Las Vegas Aces hold a commanding 2-0 lead in the WNBA Finals over the Phoenix Mercury as the series shifts to a pivotal Game 3. In a 91-78 victory over the Mercury in Game 2, the Aces were led by Jackie Young, who scored 21 of her 32 points in the third quarter - the most points in a quarter in WNBA Finals history.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / October 8

Caitlin Clark Update Away from the WNBA Emerges on Wednesday

Caitlin Clark’s 2025 WNBA season didn’t unfold as many had hoped. The Indiana Fever guard entered the year with enormous expectations following her record-breaking

Minnesota Lynx News / EssentiallySports / October 8

Caitlin Clark, Napheesa Collier & Others May See Little From Cathy Engelbert’s $180M Decision, Says Analyst

Ever since the WNBPA decided to pull out of the current CBA, there has been a constant struggle between the players’ association and the league officials to find an agreement.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / October 8

Aliyah Boston Drops Mic With 6-Word Fever 2026 WNBA Season Prediction

It has been eight days since the Indiana Fever's 2025 WNBA season came to an end, which came when they were defeated by the Las Vegas Aces during Game 5 of the WNBA Semifinals series.

WNBA News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / October 8

Candace Parker's Criticism of WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert Says It All

While the WNBA Finals are in full swing right now (the Las Vegas Aces and the Phoenix Mercury face each other for Game 3 on October 8), the biggest story in women's basketball by far right now is the ongoing saga that stemmed from Napheesa Collier's scathing comments about WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert last week.

Phoenix Mercury News / EssentiallySports / October 8

ESPN Vet Reveals Key Factor That Will Decide Alyssa Thomas & Co’s Fate In Game 3

Alyssa Thomas isn’t ready to give up on her championship dream. The Mercury may be down 0-2 in the Finals heading into Game 3, but confidence is still high.

WNBA News / Swish Appeal / October 8

How the Las Vegas Aces can bury the Phoenix Mercury in Game 3 of the WNBA Finals

Up 2-0 against the Phoenix Mercury in the 2025 WNBA Finals, the Las Vegas Aces are halfway to another title. But they are also entering uncharted territory.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / October 8

Caitlin Clark, Lexie Hull React to Indiana Fever Guard's Parting Message for the Season

Caitlin Clark was limited to just 13 games in her sophomore season for the Indiana Fever due to multiple injuries. Players such as Lexie Hull had to step up amid Clark’s extended absence in what turned out to be a memorable campaign for the Fever.

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Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / October 8

Who would Dallas Wings protect in WNBA expansion draft?

The Dallas Wings are getting ready for an expansion draft for the second straight season. After the Golden State Valkyries entered the league last season, this year will bring on the Toronto Tempo and Portland Fire.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / October 8

Phoenix Mercury’s home-court advantage key to tying 2025 WNBA Finals up

The Phoenix Mercury will look to rely on a major factor on Wednesday in Game 3, namely their home-court advantage and their energetic fan base, the “x-factor.” Dropping the first two games in any series can be a recipe for disaster, let alone in the WNBA Finals.

WNBA News / Dice City Sports / October 8

WNBA Finals post spell-bounding ratings record

The 2025 WNBA Finals between the Las Vegas Aces and the Phoenix Mercury has been one for the books. From players recording league records to tv ratings.

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / October 8

Can the Aces cruise to another smooth victory in game 3?

The Phoenix Mercury head home with their backs against the wall while the Las Vegas Aces lead the series 2-0 after a thrilling 91-78 win on their home floor on Sunday afternoon.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / October 7

Lexie Hull Shares Indiana Fever Squad Black Eye Surprise

Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark said it all when praising her teammate and friend Lexie Hull during her October 2 exit interview. "Every team in this league should want a Lexie Hull type of player on their team," Clark said.

Phoenix Mercury News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / October 7

Mercury’s Satou Sabally sets firm stance on WNBA’s CBA negotiations

One constant throughout the 2025 Phoenix Mercury season has been Satou Sabally’s stance on the WNBA’s CBA negotiations. While other players on the team have been reserved, she hasn’t shied away from her true feelings.

Chicago Sky News / EssentiallySports / October 7

Angel Reese Not to Play in Unrivaled After Latest Off-Season Admission

After a rookie campaign that shattered records and electrified fans, many believed Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky were primed to soar even higher this season.

Phoenix Mercury News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / October 7

Alyssa Thomas makes Diana Taurasi admission about joining Mercury

With the Phoenix Mercury in the WNBA Finals, Alyssa Thomas has been the talk of the team. In her first season, she helped the franchise reach its first Finals since 2021.

WNBA News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / October 7

Aces-Mercury WNBA Finals ESPN Ratings Reveal Speaks Volumes

There has been a lot of interest and anticipation for how much viewership the 2025 WNBA Finals have received through the first two games of the series.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / October 7

Aces, Mercury both leaning on resilience as Finals shift to Phoenix

PHOENIX -- The Las Vegas Aces defended home court to take an early lead in the WNBA Finals. To remain viable, the Mercury must do the same as the series shifts to Phoenix.

WNBA News / Burn City Sports / October 6

Mercury hold on to hope despite falling 0-2 to Aces in Finals

LAS VEGAS — The Phoenix Mercury aren’t backing down, and despite falling behind 0-2 to the Las Vegas Aces in the WNBA Finals, they remain positive as the best-of-seven series shifts to Arizona for Game 3 on Wednesday.

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / October 6

Chelsea Gray continues to showcase her on-court brilliance

By the time she calls it a career, Chelsea Gray is going to go down as one of the greatest floor generals the WNBA has ever seen. The Las Vegas Aces point guard is already taking command in the WNBA Finals against the Phoenix Mercury, notching double-digit assists in both games so far.

WNBA News / Yardbarker / October 5