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How Lexie Hull learned to turn setbacks into strength

Lexie Hull is certainly no stranger to standing up to adversity. From having to go from playing at Stanford with her twin sister Lacie to adjusting to the WNBA alone in 2022, to battling through the roller coaster that was the 2025 season for her Indiana Fever, Hull has had no choice but to learn how to bounce back from her challenges.

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WNBA draft lottery slated for Nov. 23

The five-team WNBA draft lottery has been set for Nov. 23 and the half-hour proceedings will be televised on ESPN. The Dallas Wings, Minnesota Lynx, Seattle Storm, Washington Mystics, and Chicago Sky will vie for the top pick.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / November 7

WNBA announces draft lottery; what odds do Dallas Wings have of landing 1st pick?

The Dallas Wings ended the season tied for the worst record in the WNBA at 10-34, which extends a long streak of bad seasons for the franchise. However, because the WNBA bases draft odds based on the records of the last two seasons, the Wings have the best odds to land the first overall pick in next year's draft at 42%.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / November 7

Caitlin Clark Names Her Favorite WNBA Player Ever

Caitlin Clark is one of the most loved personalities in WNBA. Playing for the Indiana Fever, she has drawn major attention to the league. She is also a great role model for the kids.

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WNBA News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / November 7

WNBA Draft Lottery date set amid CBA negotiation battle

The date for the upcoming WNBA Draft Lottery has been officially announced despite concerns that 2026 operations might not proceed amid the ongoing CBA (collective bargaining agreement) discussions.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / November 7

Indiana Fever Dominate WNBA in This Off-Court Trend

There's no question that the Indiana Fever are the WNBA's most popular team. There's also no question that this is owed to Caitlin Clark being on the roster, given that the 23-year-old is the biggest star in women's basketball history.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / November 7

What UConn's Geno Auriemma told Wings' Jose Fernandez about Paige Bueckers

The Dallas Wings officially introduced Jose Fernandez as their newest head coach on Thursday, where they hope he can provide stability to a position that hasn't had it in a few years.

New York Liberty News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / November 7

Sandy Brondello Names 2 WNBA Stars Who Are Hardest to Stop

There was a collective feeling of confusion from among the women's basketball community when news broke that the New York Liberty had fired Sandy Brondello a short time after the team's 2025 season ended in disappointment.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / November 7

Caitlin Clark Reveals Personal Moment With Her Mom After WNBA Setback

Caitlin Clark spent most of last season on the bench due to a series of persistent injuries. She suffered a right groin injury on July 15, and her rehabilitation timeline ended her season after only 13 games for the Indiana Fever.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / November 7

Jose Fernandez has daunting task, but he is ready for Dallas Wings job

The Dallas Wings are welcoming Jose Fernandez as their new head coach, hoping he can spark a turnaround for the franchise. It's a daunting task, especially with the pressure of coaching last year's No.

Los Angeles Sparks News / The Lead / November 7

What Will The Los Angeles Sparks’ New Facility Mean For Their Future?

Last month, the Los Angeles Sparks announced a brand new training and practice facility in El Segundo, CA, set to open in time for the 2027 WNBA season.

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Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / November 7

Sophie Cunningham Owns Mistake After Caitlin Clark Calls Out Caddie Gaffe

Last month, news broke that Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark would be competing in the Annika Pro-Am golf tournament in Florida on November 12, marking the second straight year Clark will participate in the tournament.

Chicago Sky News / Chicago Sky On SI / November 7

Sky Stars Reunite for Unrivaled Season

Not even a league set more than 1,000 miles away could keep Rebecca Allen and Rachel Banham apart for long. Fate brought the Chicago Sky duo together as they were selected to suit up for the Lunar Owls during a second season of South Beach standoffs.

Dallas Wings News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / November 6

Wings HC Jose Fernandez drops winning take at introductory press conference

Jose Fernandez spent a strong message about how he’ll set a winning standard as the new head coach of the Dallas Wings. Fernandez starts a new chapter in the WNBA after moving on from the college level with the South Florida Bulls following 25 seasons.

Seattle Storm News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / November 6

Massive Project B Women's Basketball League Salary Reveal Turns Up Heat on WNBA

On November 5, news broke that 10-time WNBA All-Star, 2016 WNBA MVP, 2016 WNBA champion, and current Seattle Storm star Nneka Ogwumike has become the first known player to sign with Project B, which is a new women's basketball league based in Saudi Arabia that's set to launch in the fall of 2026.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / November 6

Aliyah Boston's Unrivaled Fever Reunion Wish Falls Short

While it would be easy to imagine why a WNBA roster would want nothing to do with each other at the end of each grueling season, this seemed to be anything but the case when it came to the Indiana Fever in 2025.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / November 6

Mercury’s Big Three to be rivals in offseason league

PHOENIX — Unrivaled is nearly ready to begin its second season next year and three Phoenix Mercury players have been drafted to their respective teams.

Atlanta Dream News / Athlon Sports / November 5

Brittney Griner's New Team Revealed on Wednesday

Brittney Griner joined the Atlanta Dream last WNBA offseason and had a solid first year with a different team after spending 11 seasons with the Phoenix Mercury.

New York Liberty News / New York Liberty on SI / November 5

Which Liberty Players Will Play in Unrivaled?

New York Liberty star Breanna Stewart and Napheesha Collier’s offseason league, Unrivaled was a big success during their inaugural season. Natasha Cloud, Sabrina Ionescu, Betnijah Laney-Hamilton and of course, Stewart played in the offseason league in Miami.

New York Liberty News / Field Level Media / November 4

Toronto Tempo tabs Sandy Brondello as first coach

Sandy Brondello officially has been named the inaugural head coach of the Toronto Tempo, the expansion team announced Tuesday. Brondello guided the Phoenix Mercury to the 2014 WNBA championship and did the same with the New York Liberty in 2024.