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WNBA Draft Lottery Date Set but Connecticut Sun Left Out of Festivities

The Connecticut Sun are coming off a pretty brutal 2025 campaign in which they went 11-33 and nearly ended up with the worst record in the WNBA if not for a late resurgence.

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How The Mercury's Preseason Losses Motivated Them

The Phoenix Mercury are one of the WNBA's best teams, and over the years, they have had some successful seasons. The Mercury are no strangers to making the playoffs, and 2018 was one of the years they made it.

Indiana Fever News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / November 8

Caitlin Clark's Private Michael Jordan Golf Invite Has Fans Saying Same Thing

Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark will surely spend a good chunk of this WNBA offseason on the golf course, as she has stated multiple times in the past that golf is one of her favorite hobbies when she isn't hooping.

Why Bonner's Big Game Led To Phoenix Drafting Her

DeWanna Bonner is a Mercury legend, and after being away from the team for a few years, she returned to where it all started. The Mercury traded her before the 2020 season, and she played with the Connecticut Sun for a few years before joining the Indiana Fever.

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Mercury Players Support Suns, See Them Take Down Clippers

The WNBA season flew by, and soon, the Phoenix Mercury's trio of stars will be back in action as they will be playing in Unrivaled come January. In the meantime, the NBA season is underway, and the Phoenix Suns are trying to compete.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 8

Mercury's Copper Comes To Play Against The Dream

Kahleah Copper had an incredible season in her first year with the Phoenix Mercury. She had the best season of her career, and she was a part of the All-WNBA Second Team.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / November 8

Dallas Wings head coach Jose Fernandez makes bold promise

The Dallas Wings are coming off a 10-win season and will be at the top of the lottery for a second consecutive season. However, new head coach Jose Fernandez vows to be the change the Wings are looking for in the coming years.

WNBA News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 8

Mercury's Pondexter Has Season High Against Now-Defunct Team

Cappie Pondexter is one of the Phoenix Mercury's most legendary players. She joined the team in 2006, as they drafted her with the second pick of that year's draft.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 8

How The Mercury's Hot Start Led To A Successful Season

The Phoenix Mercury had a sensational season, as they fought through the regular season and went on a deep playoff run to reach the WNBA Finals. This year was not perfect, as the Mercury encountered injuries at different points of the season, but they overcame those obstacles and ended up competing for a championship.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / November 7

Indiana Fever Guard's New Team Outside WNBA Revealed

Amid the offseason, several Indiana Fever players are taking jobs outside the WNBA. The likes of Aerial Powers and Shey Peddy are in Turkey continuing to play basketball, while Sydney Colson, Odyssey Sims, Brianna Turner and Bree Hall are all set to suit up for AU Pro Basketball that starts in February.

Indiana Fever News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / November 7

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.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / November 7

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

Chicago Sky News / Larry Brown Sports / November 1

Angel Reese secures a notable new trademark

Angel Reese is keeping the ball rolling with her trademarks. The Chicago Sky star Reese has successfully secured a new trademark, Annie Costabile of Front Office Sports reported this week.