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Reports: WNBA proposal includes max salaries over $1.1M

The WNBA proposed a maximum player salary of more than $1.1 million in the latest round of collective bargaining negotiations this week, multiple reports said Tuesday.

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Indiana Fever Star Announces Personal News on Tuesday

Kelsey Mitchell and the Indiana Fever pulled off one of the more unexpected runs of the 2025 WNBA playoffs. After upsetting the Atlanta Dream in a three-game opening-round series, the Fever pushed WNBA MVP A’ja Wilson and the eventual champion Las Vegas Aces to five games in the semifinals.

Las Vegas Aces News / ESPN / November 18

Aces' Loyd joins new women's league Project B

Two-time Olympic gold medalist Jewell Loyd announced that she would join Project B, the new women's basketball league.

WNBA News / Dallas Wings on SI / November 18

Paige Bueckers reveals she was once mistaken for Indiana Fever's Sophie Cunningham

Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers had a sensational rookie season, winning Rookie of the Year while being an All-Star starter, and also making the All-WNBA Second Team.

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The 'WNBA Finals MVPs' quiz

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Connecticut Sun News / Connecticut Sun On SI / November 18

Will Connecticut Sun Duo Bring Lunar Owls to Unrivaled Playoffs?

The Connecticut Sun is approaching the second Unrivaled basketball season, with three stars in the mix. Saniya Rivers will be competing with the Hive Basketball Club after shining during her rookie WNBA campaign.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / November 18

Nike CEO Gives Telling 3-Word Update on Caitlin Clark's Signature Shoe Release

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark stole headlines on August 25 by releasing a video on her social media channels that teased the release of her first signature Nike shoe and revealed her logo with the iconic sports apparel brand for the first time.

Minnesota Lynx News / Swish Appeal / November 18

If the Minnesota Lynx get the No. 1 pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft, one of these prospects could extend their championship window

Even though the Minnesota Lynx finished with the best record in the 2025 WNBA season, the organization has the second-best odds (26.1 percent) of earning the No.

Connecticut Sun News / Connecticut Sun On SI / November 18

Project B Reshaping the Connecticut Sun’s Future After Alyssa Thomas’ Decision

There will be no place where the impact will be felt more deeply than in Connecticut. The former Sun cornerstone, a five-time All-Star and one of the most respected players in the world, Alyssa Thomas, becomes the second major WNBA name to commit to the new international super-league, following Nneka Ogwumike.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / November 18

Recent history suggests Dallas Wings need No. 1 overall pick

The Dallas Wings have the greatest odds to claim the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft. Historically, getting the top selection has been a blessing more than a curse, so the Wings are hoping the odds are in their favor.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 18

How The Mercury Redeem Themselves, Beat East Team

The Phoenix Mercury and the New York Liberty are no strangers to one another. They are of the WNBA's original teams, and they both made the playoffs right away.

WNBA News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / November 18

Paige Bueckers Shares Sophie Cunningham Mistake Story

Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham went viral for comments she made after having to guard Paige Bueckers during Indiana's August 12 game against the Dallas Wings.

Entertainment News / Entertainment on ClutchPoints / November 18

Paige Buckers, Donovan Mitchell team with CarMax for new campaign

CarMax continues to expand its “Wanna Drive?” platform by adding two major names to its basketball strategy, per SportsBusinessJournal. Cavaliers guard

WNBA News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 18

Phoenix's Wins Over Conference Rivals Lead To History

The Phoenix Mercury's 2007 season was historic. They were in a rebuilding phase in previous seasons, and after missing the playoffs since 2001, the Mercury were back in the postseason.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 18

Why Pondexter's Scoring Helped Phoenix Win Again

Over the years, the Phoenix Mercury have had some special guards. They drafted Diana Taurasi in 2004, and a few years later, they drafted Cappie Pondexter .

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 18

Mercury's Gillom Battles Eastern Conference Team

Jennifer Gillom has a special place in Phoenix Mercury history. She was one of their first players, as she and Michele Timms came to Phoenix through allocation.

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WNBA News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 18

How The Mercury Prepared For The Postseason

The Phoenix Mercury's 2025 season was their best in quite some time. They won 27 games this year, and in the franchise's history, the only time they won more was in 2014.

Dallas Wings News / Swish Appeal / November 18

If the Dallas Wings get the No. 1 pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft, they better consider these three prospects

The 2026 WNBA Draft Lottery is happening on Sunday, Nov. 23 at 6:30 p.m. ET on ESPN, meaning we don’t have long to wait to find out which team will earn the No.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 18

Why The Mercury's Preseason Prepared Them For 2015

The Phoenix Mercury have been a playoff team over the years. There were also times when they missed out on the postseason, but outside of their drought after the 2000 season, they typically make the playoffs.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 18

How Diana Taurasi Contributed To Phoenix's Dominant Run

Diana Taurasi is a Phoenix Mercury legend, and in her time, she had some big performances. She was an elite scorer, and her knack for scoring helped the Mercury accomplish great things.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / November 17

Paige Bueckers reveals first thoughts on Dallas Wings' new coach

The Dallas Wings have announced the hiring of Jose Fernandez as the next head coach in franchise history. No coach of the Wings has lasted longer than two years at the helm since 2018, and with a superstar like Paige Bueckers on the roster, it's important to get this hire right.