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Wings GM reacts to Paige Bueckers earning Rookie of the Year

The Dallas Wings are celebrating a historic moment after rookie guard Paige Bueckers officially earned the WNBA Rookie of the Year award. Wings general manager Curt Miller wasted no time praising her success.

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Angel Reese's Signature Reebok Sneakers Launch This Week

Over the past few years, WNBA players have proven they are just as influential, if not more, than their NBA counterparts in the footwear industry. More women's hoopers are getting new signature sneaker lines at a rapid pace.

New York Liberty News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 16

Liberty’s Breanna Stewart a game-time decision for Game 2 vs. Mercury

The New York Liberty appear to have avoided the worst-case scenario in terms of Breanna Stewart’s knee injury, but her status for Game 2 against the Phoenix Mercury is still uncertain.

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Minnesota Lynx News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 16

Lynx’s biggest nightmare for 2025 WNBA playoffs

The Minnesota Lynx storm into the 2025 WNBA Playoffs with championship ambitions. They also carry the scars of last season’s disappointment. After falling in the 2024 Finals to the New York Liberty in a tense winner-take-all Game 5, the Lynx have been on a mission.

Connecticut Sun News / ESPN / September 16

Charles to join Athletes Unlimited in offseason

Tina Charles is excited to have a chance to play in the U.S. after competing overseas during the WNBA offseason for the past decade.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / September 16

Sheryl Swoopes Calls Out Aliyah Boston for Indiana Fever Playoff Performance

The Indiana Fever will need to produce a victory over the Atlanta Dream on September 16 if they're to keep their 2025 WNBA season alive. The reason for this is that the first round of the WNBA playoffs is a best-of-three series.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / September 16

Brittney Griner Sends Clear Message on WNBA Playoffs Against Indiana Fever

Brittney Griner has found success in her first season with the Atlanta Dream, playing under head coach Karl Smesko. Griner has helped lead the Dream to the WNBA playoffs, alongside several other stars in Atlanta such as Rhyne Howard and Allisha Gray.

Dallas Wings News / Field Level Media / September 16

Wings' Paige Bueckers claims Rookie of Year honors

Paige Bueckers claimed WNBA Rookie of the Year honors on Tuesday to punctuate her record-setting campaign. The No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 draft is the first Dallas Wings player to win the award since Allisha Gray in 2017.

WNBA News / Golden State Valkyries on SI / September 16

Kate Martin, WNBA Players Send Love to Veronica Burton After Award Win

On Monday, the WNBA announced its first major award winner, as Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton has officially been named the Most Improved Player of the Year.

Dallas Wings News / Yardbarker / September 16

Paige Bueckers joins elite company with rare trifecta

Dallas Wings rookie guard Paige Bueckers placed her name among WNBA legends on Tuesday.

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WNBA News / Athlon Sports / September 16

WNBA Commissioner Makes Unexpected Move For Paige Bueckers’ Big News

Tuesday was a big day in the WNBA. While fans were preparing for two postseason matchups that night, some major news unfolded off the court. WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert surprised Dallas Wings rookie Paige Bueckers in a memorable way.

WNBA News / Swish Appeal / September 16

Will the streaking Las Vegas Aces complete the first-round sweep against the Seattle Storm?

After the No. 2-seed Las Vegas Aces ran away from the No. 7-seed Seattle Storm in Game 1 of their first-round WNBA playoff matchup, the series shifts to Seattle for Game 2 (10 p.m.

WNBA News / Hardwood Heroics / September 16

'Get Loud For My Teammates': Caitlin Clark Urges Fever Fans To Show Up For Pivotal Game 2 At Gainbridge Fieldhouse

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark, despite ending her season prematurely, still managed to hype up the Fever fanbase and called for support for their playoff efforts this season.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / September 16

Caitlin Clark’s Exchange With Kelsey Mitchell After Fever Loss Turns Attention to Their Relationship

Caitlin Clark joined the Indiana Fever for Game 1 of their WNBA playoffs matchup against the Atlanta Dream on Sunday. The 23-year-old, however, was forced to cheer from the bench as she continues to rehab a season-ending groin injury.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / September 16

Brittney Griner Reveals One Regret After Win Against Indiana Fever

The Atlanta Dream are now just one win away from booking their spot in the second round of the WNBA playoffs. The Dream took down the Indiana Fever in Game 1 on Sunday, 80-68, and are now heading to Game 2 on Tuesday, looking to close out the best-of-three series with another victory.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / September 15

Indiana Fever Send Message to Players as They Face Playoff Elimination

The Indiana Fever are facing a potential playoff sweep for the second straight year. However, the Caitlin Clark-less squad is not giving up just yet. Indiana lost Game 1 of their best-of-three, first-round playoff series against the Atlanta Dream on Sunday, leaving them one loss away from getting eliminated early once again.

WNBA News / Seattle Storm on SI / September 15

Las Vegas Aces Overpower Seattle Storm in Game 1

The Seattle Storm entered their opening-round playoff matchup against the defending champion Las Vegas Aces with momentum, grit, and belief. But under the bright lights of the postseason, A’ja Wilson and her supporting cast reminded the league why Las Vegas remains the gold standard.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / September 15

Kelsey Mitchell, Stephanie White Pinpoint Fever Fixes After Playoff Loss to Dream

The Indiana Fever left something to be desired in Sunday's postseason opener, falling to the Atlanta Dream 80-68 in Game 1 of a three-game set. A game-high 27 points from Kelsey Mitchell wasn't enough to mask Indiana's struggles.

New York Liberty News / Field Level Media / September 15

Report: Liberty's Breanna Stewart needs MRI on left knee

The New York Liberty can close out their first-round series with the Phoenix Mercury on Wednesday, but they might have to do it without leading scorer Breanna Stewart.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / September 15

Mercury rookie Monique Akoa Makani shines in WNBA playoff debut

PHOENIX — Phoenix Mercury guard Monique Akoa Makani impressed in her playoff WNBA debut on Sunday, keeping pace with the reigning WNBA Champions. Akoa Makani has been the Mercury’s breakout star this season, having the team trust her to guard some of the WNBA’s top players.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / September 15