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Nneka Ogwumike named to TIME’s 2026 Closers list for WNBA advocacy

Nneka Ogwumike has yet another accolade to add to her career collection, but this one isn’t coming from her on-court accomplishments. The Seattle Storm star was named as one of TIME’s “The Closers 2026” recipients, which was awarded to Black leaders who are working towards equality in the United States.

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Washington Mystics News / The Lead / February 6

Shakira Austin Is Using Unrivaled to Hone Skills

Shakira Austin is a very skilled big for the Mystics who mostly thrives on her post moves. Her game is very deep, as she can also stretch the floor with her jumper and play off the bounce.

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / February 6

Dana Evens: Long Awaited Debut In Unrivaled League

Dana Evans is a key piece in the WNBA, playing alongside reigning MVP A’ja Wilson on the Las Vegas Aces. This is Evans’ first season in the Unrivaled league, and she made her debut Feb.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / February 6

Mercury's Taurasi Makes Presence Felt At UConn

The Phoenix Mercury found a star in Diana Taurasi. She was the first pick of the 2004 WNBA Draft, and she joined the Mercury at a time when they were struggling.

Indiana Fever News / Sneakers on SI / February 6

Sophie Cunningham Claps Back at Caitlin Clark and Nike

The 2026 WNBA regular season does not tip off for months, but that does not stop the league's most followed players from grabbing headlines. On Thursday, Indiana Fever teammates Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham exchanged friendly fire on social media over sneakers.

Atlanta Dream News / Field Level Media / February 6

4-time All-Star Brionna Jones injures meniscus playing overseas

Four-time WNBA All-Star forward Brionna Jones sustained a torn meniscus last week while playing overseas but her agent told ESPN she is expected to return in time for the WNBA season.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / February 6

Why Mercury's Pondexter Helped Them Win A Title

Cappie Pondexter was the second pick of the 2006 WNBA Draft, and she was selected by the Phoenix Mercury. She was a star in her college days, and she started her WNBA career on a high note.

WNBA News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / February 6

Phoenix And New York Prepared To Battle

The Phoenix Mercury and the New York Liberty have history, as they were a part of the WNBA's inaugural season. Both teams played well that year, and they met each other in the playoffs.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / February 6

Why Phoenix's Series With Dallas Ended In A Tie

The 2019 Phoenix Mercury had some tough games against Western Conference teams, and they lost some of them. The Mercury lost their season series against the Las Vegas Aces and the Minnesota Lynx, and one of them was a sweep.

WNBA News / Swish Appeal / February 6

Breeze is building something special in Unrivaled, while Lunar Owls lurk as a looming playoff threat

Coming off their best win of the season, a 25-point showpiece against defending champion Rose, talk of a Unrivaled championship run is not bluster for Breeze.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / February 6

Lexie Hull Makes Request to Sophie Cunningham Amid WNBA Offseason

For much of the 2025 WNBA season, Lexie Hull and Sophie Cunningham were fixtures of the Indiana Fever’s backcourt But their campaigns took very different turns.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / February 6

Why The Mercury Struggled In 2002

The Phoenix Mercury made the playoffs in 2000, as they finished the season with a record of 20-12. They played well, but they lost to the Los Angeles Sparks in the first round of the postseason.

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Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / February 6

Mercury's Miller Achieves Great Things In College

Cheryl Miller has ties to the Phoenix Mercury, as she was the team's first coach. The Mercury's origins date back to 1997, as they were a part of the WNBA's inaugural season.

Atlanta Dream News / Athlon Sports / February 5

Brittney Griner Announces Personal News After 12th WNBA Season

Brittney Griner and the Atlanta Dream did not finish the 2025 WNBA season as they hoped. After finishing the regular season with a 30-14 record, the Dream earned the No.

Indiana Fever News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / February 5

Candace Parker counters Reggie Miller’s viral Caitlin Clark NBA comparison

Candace Parker offered a more nuanced perspective on how to contextualize Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark’s game following a viral moment involving Reggie Miller during Clark’s recent appearance on NBC’s NBA coverage.

Atlanta Dream News / Athlon Sports / February 5

WNBA Legend Brittney Griner Shares Unrivaled Update

At this point in her career, Brittney Griner has already firmly established herself as one of the greatest players in WNBA history. The 35-year-old veteran just completed his 11th season in the league and her first with the Atlanta Dream.

Connecticut Sun News / Beyond Women's Sports / February 5

Philadelphia: Unrivaled Makes History With Attendance and Marina Mabrey

The Unrivaled tour in Philadelphia was a historic success. This remarkable event not only attracted exceptional attendance but also featured outstanding performances from individual players.

WNBA News / Larry Brown Sports / February 6

Caitlin Clark reacts to Pacers’ blockbuster trade

The Indiana Pacers got into the NBA trade deadline action right before the 3 pm ET cutoff. The Pacers acquired Los Angeles Clippers center Ivica Zubac, along with Kobe Brown, in exchange for Bennedict Mathurin, Isaiah Jackson, two first-round picks and one second-round pick.

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / February 4

Celebrating National Girls and Women in Sports Day

In the heart of Las Vegas on National Girls and Women in Sports Day, we shine a spotlight on the city’s current elite female athletes who are turning local talent into global triumphs, from WNBA dynasties and Olympic podiums to racetracks and beyond.

Chicago Sky News / The Spun / February 4

WNBA Star Angel Reese Issues Lofty Demand To League

While there's a lot of uncertainty surrounding the WNBA at this time, Angel Reese made it clear that she knows what she wants. Reese has been a double-double machine since entering the WNBA in 2024, averaging 14.1 points and 12.9 rebounds per game.

New York Liberty News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / February 4

Breanna Stewart Addresses Hard Truth Amid WNBA CBA Stalemate

There is still no resolution on a new collective bargaining agreement between the WNBA and the players' association, with the threat of missed games becoming more of a possibility as each day passes.

Paige Bueckers News / Dallas Wings on SI / February 3

Paige Bueckers' Unrivaled Coach Delivers Highest Praise for Dallas Wings Star

Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers has been off to a tremendous start to her Unrivaled career. Nine games in, she's averaging 24.7 PPG, 6.8 APG, and 6.2 RPG while shooting 55.3% from the floor, 44.1% from three, and 89.3% from the free-throw line.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / February 3

Reports: WNBA offers no CBA proposal during meeting

Players expecting to receive a proposal from the WNBA about a new collective bargaining agreement walked away from Monday's meeting empty-handed. Meeting for the first time in months, the two sides talked for about three hours at the league's New York offices.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / February 3

WNBA, Dallas Wings Get Bad News After Latest Meeting

The Dallas Wings and the rest of the WNBA are trying to get a new collective bargaining agreement before the start of the season, which is scheduled for early May.