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Why Phoenix Lost To Its Conference Rivals

The 2023 season was one of the Phoenix Mercury's worst seasons, and they missed the playoffs for the first time since 2012. They finished that year with a record of 7-27, and when it came to 2023, they finished 9-31.

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Unrivaled bringing postseason semifinals to New York

The Unrivaled playoff semifinals on March 2 will take place at Barclays Center, home of the WNBA's New York Liberty and NBA's Brooklyn Nets, the women's 3-on-3 league announced Friday.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / February 13

Caitlin Clark’s Arms Draw Attention After New Workout Photos Surface

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark's arms were among the biggest stories of the last WNBA offseason. Clark was subject to physical defense from peers during her rookie 2024 campaign.

Chicago Sky News / Athlon Sports / February 13

NBA Legend Shaquille O’Neal Says Angel Reese Is the ‘Face of What’s Next’

Basketball standout Angel Reese has been ruling as a global star and as the centerpiece of a historic brand revival alongside NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / February 13

Sophie Cunningham Corrects Indiana Fever Omission in WNBA Ownership Take

Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham has made no secret of her affinity for the franchise. In fact, she has even gone so far to call being traded to the Fever her favorite WNBA career moment.

Chicago Sky News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / February 13

Angel Reese Causes Stir With Floral Bikini Photo

Chicago Sky star Angel Reese has become one of the biggest superstars not just in women's basketball but in all of sports. There's no question that this

WNBA News / Swish Appeal / February 13

Who will survive and advance as Unrivaled’s 1-on-1 Tournament continues with the second round and quarter finals?

Unrivaled’s 1-on-1 Tournament resumes tonight, beginning with eight second-round matchups that will be followed by four quarter-final showdowns. The excitement begins at 7:30 p.m.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / February 13

Phoenix's Stars Shine Offensively, Get Them To Playoffs In 2020

The Phoenix Mercury were one of the WNBA's top teams in what was a challenging season. The 2020 season was unlike anything anyone has seen before, as both the NBA and WNBA played in isolation zones.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / February 13

Mercury's Johnson Has Her Best College Season

Temeka Johnson started her career on a good note, and she achieved great things after that. She was drafted by the Washington Mystics in 2005, and she won Rookie of the Year.

WNBA News / Beyond Women's Sports / February 13

Points A Glow Opens Week Two Of AU Pro Basketball

Washington Mystics forward Alysha Clark leads the Eclipse for the second straight week. Without further ado, here is a recap of Games Seven and Eight of Week Two.

Indiana Fever News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / February 12

Sophie Cunningham reveals split among WNBA owners amid lockout worries

The WNBA is in the middle of a major crossroads for the league this offseason. CBA talks between the WNBA and the players’ union have been sluggish over the past few months.

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New York Liberty News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / February 12

Breanna Stewart Gives Telling Update on WNBA CBA Negotiations

New York Liberty star forward Breanna Stewart has been one of the most important people to listen to when it comes to the ongoing negotiations between the WNBA league office and the players' association for the next Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

Indiana Fever News / The Spun / February 12

WWE's Bella Twins Issued Challenge To Caitlin Clark, Sophie Cunningham

If Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham are interested in taking their talents to the WWE, there's an iconic tag team willing to fight them. The 2026 WNBA season is up in the air right now as the league and Women's National Basketball Players Association work out a collective bargaining agreement.

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WNBA News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / February 12

Why 2012 Was A Bad Year For Phoenix

The Phoenix Mercury made the playoffs in 2011, as they finished the season with a record of 19-15. They faced the Seattle Storm during the playoffs, and they beat them 2-1.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / February 12

How DeWanna Bonner Helped Phoenix In 2013

DeWanna Bonner joined the Phoenix Mercury in 2009, and she was there for the team's ups and downs. The Mercury won a championship in her first season, and in 2010 and 2011, they were back in the postseason.

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / February 12

Aces: Take Over 1-1 Unrivaled Tournament

The Unrivaled league is not just a 3-on-3 format. It also hosts an annual 1-on-1 tournament at the end of the regular season with major cash prizes. Las Vegas Aces stars Jackie Young and Chelsea Gray both advanced out of the first round and will move on to the second as they chase the title.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / February 12

Mercury's Copper Participating In Special Tournament

Kahleah Copper is one of the Phoenix Mercury's stars, and she has accomplished many things in her career. She won a championship back in 2021, and she won Finals Most Valuable Player (MVP) in the process.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / February 12

Phoenix Mercury representation strong for FIBA Women’s World Cup Qualifying Tournament

PHOENIX — Two members of the Phoenix Mercury are set to represent USA Basketball in the FIBA Women’s World Cup Qualifying Tournament next month. Mercury guard Kahleah Copper will join the roster, with Phoenix head coach Nate Tibbetts serving as an assistant coach for the tournament.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / February 12

Indiana Fever React to FIBA World Cup Update After Caitlin Clark News

There are still more than two months left before the WNBA regular season kicks off, but Indiana Fever fans will be in for a treat as they will get to see some of their players back on the hardwood earlier than expected.

WNBA News / Burn City Sports / February 11

Phoenix Mercury star Satou Sabally brings cross-league support for Valley Suns on Tuesday

TEMPE — The Valley Suns welcomed a special guest on Tuesday during their 106-104 comeback win over the Westchester Knicks, someone who has quickly made it a habit to support Arizona sports since arriving in the desert.

Kelsey Mitchell News / Chicago Sky On SI / February 11

Sky Guard To Take on Kelsey Mitchell in Unrivaled 1-On-1 Tournament

Chicago Sky guard Rachel Banham will take part in the second edition of Unrivaled's 1-on-1 tournament. The 2025 Sky starter most recently logged 12 points in 19 minutes of play as she earned her first start of the Unrivaled season in a 4-point loss to the Laces.

This Potential Dallas Wings Prospect Could Be WNBA Draft's Biggest Bust

The Dallas Wings have the number one overall pick in the WNBA draft this spring. There are a couple of players that they could possibly select. One of those players is UCLA center Lauren Betts, who has gotten mixed reviews from critics in her senior season despite being considered as a potential option for the top selection.

Kelsey Plum News / Total Pro Sports / February 10

Kelsey Plum Hits 'Too Small' After Game-Winner Sends Phantom to Unrivaled Playoffs

Kelsey Plum and the Phantom are headed to Unrivaled playoffs after a thrilling win over the Vinyl on Monday night. The 31-year-old point guard gave the finishing touches to punch her team’s postseason ticket with three regular-season games remaining. It was 10 seconds on the clock, and the Phantom was leading by just one point.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / February 9

James Pearce Jr. allegedly hit a WNBA player’s car during chase

Atlanta Falcons rookie James Pearce Jr. allegedly crashed his car into WNBA player Rickea Jackson’s vehicle multiple times while chasing after her. In a criminal complaint obtained by Marc Raimondi of ESPN, Pearce is accused of following Jackson’s vehicle in his SUV on Saturday in Miami-Dade County, Fla.