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Paige Bueckers Explains What a Caitlin Clark Team USA Pairing Would Really Mean

The 2026 WNBA regular season schedule was released on January 21, and fans were quick to notice that the Indiana Fever's first game was against the Dallas Wings.

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Minnesota Lynx announce 2026 regular season schedule

The Minnesota Lynx announced their 2026 regular season schedule on Wednesday. The 44-game schedule gets underway May 10 and wraps up on September 24. However, it must be noted that the 2026 season is still uncertain at this point with the WNBA and the WNBA Players Association still attempting to negotiate a new Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / January 22

Phoenix Mercury lean into personality with playful reveal of 2026 WNBA schedule

PHOENIX — Fresh off an exciting WNBA Finals run, the Phoenix Mercury unveiled their 2026 WNBA schedule with playful twists. The team rolled out the schedule using fun drawings of each player and the teams they’ll face this season.

Minnesota Lynx News / Field Level Media / January 22

Lynx G Kayla McBride tears quad while training in Turkey

Minnesota Lynx star Kayla McBride sustained a torn right quad muscle while training with Turkish club Fenerbahce Opet in Istanbul. While Fenerbahce Opet

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / January 22

Aliyah Boston's Wholesome Caitlin Clark Birthday Message Says it All for Fever

One could say the Indiana Fever really benefitted from being bad. That's because the Fever's struggles allowed the franchise to land Aliyah Boston with the first pick in the 2023 WNBA Draft, followed up by Caitlin Clark's selection at number one a year later.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 22

Why Mercury's Thomas Will Become A Top 10 Rebounder

Alyssa Thomas had an excellent 2025 season, and she was one of five Most Valuable Player (MVP) candidates. In what was her first season with the Phoenix Mercury, she helped them reach the WNBA Finals.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / January 22

Five Most Important Games on Wings Schedule

The Dallas Wings are circling dates on their calendar after the league revealed their schedule for the 2026 WNBA season. The team has several games worth circling and looking out for, but five stood out in particular.

WNBA News / Total Pro Sports / January 22

WNBA 2026 Schedule: Top Five Must-Watch Matchups That Could Define the Season

The 2025 WNBA season captured fans’ attention with a series of thrilling games. The Las Vegas Aces and the Phoenix Mercury faced off in the Finals, where the Aces showcased their dominance by winning the series with a flawless 4-0 record.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 22

Why Phoenix's Free-Throw Shooting Was Key In 2023

The Phoenix Mercury's 2023 season was one of their worst. They finished that season with a record of 9-31, and they missed the playoffs for the first time since 2012.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 22

Mercury Celebrate DeWanna Bonner On A Special Day

DeWanna Bonner has had an exceptional career, and last year, she returned to the Phoenix Mercury. She was drafted by the team in 2009, and she played a role in their second championship.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / January 22

Caitlin Clark’s Return Matters More Than Any Matchup for Fever Anticipation

The WNBA revealed the 2026 schedule despite ongoing CBA negotiations. And of course, the first thing many fans did was circle certain dates on the calendar.

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / January 22

Aces: Highlights of the 2026 regular season schedule

Fans rejoiced as the Las Vegas Aces’ 2026 schedule was released, following concerns about an ongoing WNBA and players impasse that still has not reached an official agreement.

Chicago Sky News / Chicago Sky On SI / January 22

Sky Fan's Quick Guide to Athletes Unlimited Pro Basketball

Just as Unrivaled starts to kick into second gear, another offseason league will see its fifth season officially tip off in February. Athletes Unlimited Pro Basketball announced its final 40-player roster and coaching staff last week, which included an even 20/20 split between newbies and returning veterans.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 22

How Phoenix Found A Future Most Improved Player

The Phoenix Mercury have found some great players over the years, and some of them were selected in the second round of their respective drafts. Adrian Williams-Strong is a player who comes to mind, and after the Mercury drafted her, she became an All-Star.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / January 22

Dallas Wings' Paige Bueckers Gets Surprise Gift With Cameron Brink at 'Unrivaled'

The WNBA off-season may be in full swing, but "Unrivaled" has recently began its season and the stars like Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers and Cameron Brink are out in full force to show off their skills to keep the women's basketball buzz going as the spring draws closer.

WNBA News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 22

Why Phoenix's 2004 Season Was Significant

The Phoenix Mercury struggled in 2003, but things began to change in 2004. They brought in two new stars, and a few years later, they helped the franchise win its first championship.

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Chicago Sky News / Chicago Sky On SI / January 22

Sky’s Angel Reese Expands Acting Career on The Hunting Wives

Angel Reese is continuing to expand her presence beyond the basketball court, this time with a major television role. The Chicago Sky forward is set to co-star in Season 2 of The Hunting Wives, according to a press release from Netflix.

New York Liberty News / New York Liberty on SI / January 22

Five Liberty Games to Circle on 2026 Schedule

The New York Liberty and the other 14 teams in the WNBA are still trying to figure out how the new collective bargaining agreement will come about, but the league is preparing as if the season will begin as scheduled.

Chicago Sky News / Chicago Sky On SI / January 22

Five Biggest Games on Sky's 2026 Schedule

The Chicago Sky now know when and where they will be throughout the 2026 WNBA season after the schedule was released earlier this week. Assuming the league

WNBA News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 22

Why Phoenix's Series With Dallas Ended In A Tie

The Phoenix Mercury finished the 2020 season with a record of 13-9, and they made the playoffs yet again. They started their playoff journey with a game against the Washington Mystics, and they beat them 85-84.

WNBA News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 22

Mercury Schedule Released, Features Exciting Matchups

There was some major news recently, as the Phoenix Mercury released their schedule. There will be some exciting matchups, and it all begins with a game against the Las Vegas Aces.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / January 21

WNBA season set to start May 8 despite impasse

The WNBA plans to begin the 2026 season on May 8 despite the fact the league and players' union remain at an impasse on agreeing to a new collective bargaining agreement.

New York Liberty News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / January 21

Breanna Stewart Offers Hope Amid WNBA CBA Standoff

Breanna Stewart knows a thing or two about basketball and business. That's because the New York Liberty star is one of the most decorated players in WNBA history and due to the fact that she is also one of the co-founders of the Unrivaled basketball league.

Chicago Sky News / Larry Brown Sports / January 21

Angel Reese lands a notable new Hollywood gig

Angel Reese is continuing to expand her brand off the court. Netflix announced the news on Tuesday that they have tabbed the Chicago Sky star Reese for

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / January 19

Aces: Jackie Young Hits Career High Scoring Blitz

Jackie Young plays for the Laces, who hold the best record in Unrivaled at 4-1. Young and Brittney Sykes have been the team’s top leaders, each averaging a little more than 20 points per game.