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Mercury Stars Participate In Unrivaled Tournament

The Unrivaled league is headed in the right direction. They have some of the WNBA's biggest stars, as Breanna Stewart, Napheesa Collier and others played in the first season.

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Sophie Cunningham Makes Admission Before WNBA Free Agency

Sophie Cunningham's first season with the Indiana Fever was one to remember, but their injured team could not make it past the eventual Finals champion Las Vegas Aces in the semifinals of the WNBA playoffs.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 15

How Mercury's Whitcomb Had Her Career High In College

Sami Whitcomb joined the Phoenix Mercury this season, and in her time with the team, she was one of their key players. She was one of their best reserves, and occasionally, she stepped into the starting lineup.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / November 14

Indiana Fever Star Sophie Cunningham Announces Career News Away From Basketball

Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham has been busy this offseason amid her recovery from a knee injury. Cunningham — who established herself as a key member of the Fever and averaged 8.6 points, 3.5 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.0 steal in 2025 — continues to host her "Show Me Something" podcast with her good friend West Wilson.

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Dallas Wings News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / November 14

Paige Bueckers Unveils Striking Personal Appearance Change

Dallas Wings star guard Paige Bueckers is used to her hair being a topic of conversation. This started when Bueckers' braided hairstyle was catching attention in college, which she wore at every game during the final few seasons of her UConn Huskies career.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / November 14

Indiana Fever Star Lexie Hull Makes Career Decision on Friday

Lexie Hull and the Indiana Fever surprised many during their run in the 2025 WNBA playoffs. With numerous key players out for the entire postseason, including

Las Vegas Aces News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / November 14

HC Becky Hammon thinks ‘change in leadership’ is coming amid WNBA CBA negotiations

Becky Hammon’s involvement with the WNBA goes way back to before she was a three-time championship-winning head coach with the Las Vegas Aces. Hammon’s

WNBA News / Connecticut Sun On SI / November 14

Connecticut Sun Head Coach Laying Ground Work For Better 2026 Season

The Connecticut Sun has a lot of work to do during the offseason. After the 2025 season came to a close in September, with no postseason run for the first

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / November 14

Sophie Cunningham Reveals 'Missing Piece' for Fever WNBA Finals Run

When news broke on September 4 that Indiana Fever star guard Caitlin Clark was going to miss the rest of the 2025 WNBA season, many members of the women's basketball community didn't think Indiana would make the playoffs.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / November 14

Indiana Fever Star Reacts to Caitlin Clark's Move Away From Basketball

Caitlin Clark's second season in the WNBA concluded several months ago when she was dealt a season-ending injury with the Indiana Fever. Clark missed the majority of her second season in the WNBA after dealing with a groin and ankle injury that plagued the Fever.

WNBA News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 14

How Mercury's Harding Started Her Coaching Journey

Lindsey Harding had an interesting start to her WNBA career. She was a key player for the Duke Blue Devils, and in her time with the team, she averaged 9.3 points, 4.1 assists, four rebounds and 1.9 steals.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 14

Why The Mercury Fell To One Of Their Biggest Rivals

The Phoenix Mercury won some of their series in the 2024 season, and in some cases, they lost to teams like the Connecticut Sun, the Indiana Fever and the Las Vegas Aces.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Athlon Sports / November 15

Caitlin Clark sends message to Iowa coach after Hawkeyes' dominant win

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark has been busy during the WNBA offseason, but that has not stopped her from carving out time for her former team, the Iowa Hawkeyes.

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Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 14

How The Mercury Prepared For A Shocking Playoff Run

The Phoenix Mercury have had some good seasons, and they prepared for those years with their preseason games. The Mercury finished the 2016 season with a record of 16-18, and they reached the playoffs.

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Las Vegas Aces News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / November 14

Becky Hammon Questioned About 'Awkward' Caitlin Clark-A'ja Wilson Dynamic

Las Vegas Aces head coach Becky Hammon has witnessed a lot of greatness in her basketball career. One thing that many modern WNBA fans don't know about Hammon is that she was a great player in her own right.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 14

Why The Mercury Tried Different Lineups In 2023

The Phoenix Mercury had one of their worst seasons in 2023. They finished the season with a record of 9-31, which was their worst season since 2012. They finished that season with a record of 7-27, and right after that, they drafted Brittney Griner.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / November 14

Indiana Fever React to Lexie Hull Development on Friday

Lexie Hull enters the offseason on solid footing after a breakout 2025 campaign with the Indiana Fever. In her fourth WNBA season, she played in all 44

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 14

How Taurasi's Scoring Helped Phoenix Succeed In Her Final Year

Diana Taurasi's final season was in 2024, and she ended her career on a good note. She averaged 14.9 points, 3.8 rebounds and 3.4 assists. She played 36 games, which was a career high, and of course, she started in all of them.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 14

Why The Mercury May Have A Big Offseason

The Phoenix Mercury had a busy offseason this year. They lost two key players in Diana Taurasi and Brittney Griner, but they brought in new stars in a big deal.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / November 14

Has Arike Ogunbowale played final game with Dallas Wings?

The Dallas Wings are being faced with a big decision going into free agency this winter. Arike Ogunbowale, the team's No. 5 overall pick in the 2019 WNBA Draft, is a free agent and could be looking to sign with another team for the 2026 campaign.

Chicago Sky News / Chicago Sky On SI / November 14

Sky's Best Options if Given Fifth Overall Pick

According to Tankathon, the Chicago Sky have an 83.7% chance of getting the fifth-overall pick in the 2026 WNBA draft. This is the most likely scenario, but also the worst.

WNBA News / Burn City Sports / November 14

Alyssa Thomas’ Project B signing could reshape women’s basketball

PHOENIX — Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas’ signing with Project B could change the future of women’s basketball and create a true rival to the WNBA.

WNBA News / Chicago Sky On SI / November 13

Sky Fans' Way-Too-Early Guide to Unrivaled

Just when you thought they were out, they pull you right back in. Between Unrivaled and Athletes Unlimited Pro Basketball, this year's slate of stateside offseason hoops will see Chicago Sky basketball live on long after their final game of the 2025 season.

Chicago Sky News / Chicago Sky On SI / November 13

Sky’s Top Options if Given Second Overall Pick

According to Tankathon, the Chicago Sky have a 9.5% chance of getting the second overall pick in the 2026 WNBA draft. Lauren Betts is a 6’7 center out of Stanford, and Awa Fam is a 6’4 forward out of Spain.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / November 11

Mercury All-Star Alyssa Thomas joins Project B

PHOENIX — Phoenix Mercury All-Star Alyssa Thomas has joined the new women’s basketball league, rivaling the WNBA, Project B. According to the league, the All-Star has joined Project B as a player, partner and owner.