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Minnesota Lynx star Kayla McBride sustained a torn right quad muscle while training with Turkish club Fenerbahce Opet in Istanbul. While Fenerbahce Opet

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Aliyah Boston's Wholesome Caitlin Clark Birthday Message Says it All for Fever

One could say the Indiana Fever really benefitted from being bad. That's because the Fever's struggles allowed the franchise to land Aliyah Boston with the first pick in the 2023 WNBA Draft, followed up by Caitlin Clark's selection at number one a year later.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 22

Why Mercury's Thomas Will Become A Top 10 Rebounder

Alyssa Thomas had an excellent 2025 season, and she was one of five Most Valuable Player (MVP) candidates. In what was her first season with the Phoenix Mercury, she helped them reach the WNBA Finals.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 22

Why Phoenix's Free-Throw Shooting Was Key In 2023

The Phoenix Mercury's 2023 season was one of their worst. They finished that season with a record of 9-31, and they missed the playoffs for the first time since 2012.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 22

Mercury Celebrate DeWanna Bonner On A Special Day

DeWanna Bonner has had an exceptional career, and last year, she returned to the Phoenix Mercury. She was drafted by the team in 2009, and she played a role in their second championship.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / January 22

Caitlin Clark’s Return Matters More Than Any Matchup for Fever Anticipation

The WNBA revealed the 2026 schedule despite ongoing CBA negotiations. And of course, the first thing many fans did was circle certain dates on the calendar.

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / January 22

Aces: Highlights of the 2026 regular season schedule

Fans rejoiced as the Las Vegas Aces’ 2026 schedule was released, following concerns about an ongoing WNBA and players impasse that still has not reached an official agreement.

Chicago Sky News / Chicago Sky On SI / January 22

Sky Fan's Quick Guide to Athletes Unlimited Pro Basketball

Just as Unrivaled starts to kick into second gear, another offseason league will see its fifth season officially tip off in February. Athletes Unlimited Pro Basketball announced its final 40-player roster and coaching staff last week, which included an even 20/20 split between newbies and returning veterans.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 22

How Phoenix Found A Future Most Improved Player

The Phoenix Mercury have found some great players over the years, and some of them were selected in the second round of their respective drafts. Adrian Williams-Strong is a player who comes to mind, and after the Mercury drafted her, she became an All-Star.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / January 22

Dallas Wings' Paige Bueckers Gets Surprise Gift With Cameron Brink at 'Unrivaled'

The WNBA off-season may be in full swing, but "Unrivaled" has recently began its season and the stars like Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers and Cameron Brink are out in full force to show off their skills to keep the women's basketball buzz going as the spring draws closer.

WNBA News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 22

Why Phoenix's 2004 Season Was Significant

The Phoenix Mercury struggled in 2003, but things began to change in 2004. They brought in two new stars, and a few years later, they helped the franchise win its first championship.

Chicago Sky News / Chicago Sky On SI / January 22

Sky’s Angel Reese Expands Acting Career on The Hunting Wives

Angel Reese is continuing to expand her presence beyond the basketball court, this time with a major television role. The Chicago Sky forward is set to co-star in Season 2 of The Hunting Wives, according to a press release from Netflix.

Chicago Sky News / Chicago Sky On SI / January 22

Five Biggest Games on Sky's 2026 Schedule

The Chicago Sky now know when and where they will be throughout the 2026 WNBA season after the schedule was released earlier this week. Assuming the league

New York Liberty News / New York Liberty on SI / January 22

Five Liberty Games to Circle on 2026 Schedule

The New York Liberty and the other 14 teams in the WNBA are still trying to figure out how the new collective bargaining agreement will come about, but the league is preparing as if the season will begin as scheduled.

WNBA News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 22

Why Phoenix's Series With Dallas Ended In A Tie

The Phoenix Mercury finished the 2020 season with a record of 13-9, and they made the playoffs yet again. They started their playoff journey with a game against the Washington Mystics, and they beat them 85-84.

WNBA News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 22

Mercury Schedule Released, Features Exciting Matchups

There was some major news recently, as the Phoenix Mercury released their schedule. There will be some exciting matchups, and it all begins with a game against the Las Vegas Aces.

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Dallas Wings News / Athlon Sports / January 21

Paige Bueckers Off-Court News Announced After First WNBA Season

Paige Bueckers impressed in her first season in the WNBA en route to winning Rookie of the Year. While the Dallas Wings struggled and finished with a league-worst 10-34 record, Bueckers was a bright spot as she averaged 19.2 points, 3.9 rebounds, 5.4 assists and 1.6 steals per game.

WNBA News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / January 21

WNBA announces regular season schedule amid CBA uncertainty

Although there isn’t a collective bargaining agreement yet, the WNBA is operating as usual. On Wednesday, the league officially released the 2026 season schedule, per Colin Salao of Front Office Sports. The schedule will include 44 games, and 200 of the 330 games are expected to be on national television.

WNBA News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / January 21

What the WNBA’s Caitlin Clark vs. Paige Bueckers Opener Is Signaling

The women's basketball community received a jolt of optimism and positivity on January 21, when the WNBA and all of its 13 teams released their schedules for the 2026 regular season.

Atlanta Dream News / Athlon Sports / January 21

WNBA Star Brittney Griner Announces News Away From Basketball

Brittney Griner spent her 12thWNBA season with the Atlanta Dream. After playing for the Phoenix Mercury for 11 years, the 6-foot-9 center signed with the Dream as a free agent ahead of the 2025 season.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / January 21

WNBA season set to start May 8 despite impasse

The WNBA plans to begin the 2026 season on May 8 despite the fact the league and players' union remain at an impasse on agreeing to a new collective bargaining agreement.

New York Liberty News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / January 21

Breanna Stewart Offers Hope Amid WNBA CBA Standoff

Breanna Stewart knows a thing or two about basketball and business. That's because the New York Liberty star is one of the most decorated players in WNBA history and due to the fact that she is also one of the co-founders of the Unrivaled basketball league.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / January 21