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How does Wings hiring Jose Fernandez impact upcoming free agency?

The Dallas Wings have announced that they have hired Jose Fernandez to be the next head coach of the franchise. They desperately need stability at a position that hasn't had much of it, as no head coach of the Wings has lasted longer than two years since 2018.

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Indiana Fever Guard Announces Injury News While Outside the United States

Several Indiana Fever players took on other basketball jobs amid the WNBA offseason. Kelsey Mitchell, Lexie Hull, Aliyah Boston and Aari McDonald are suiting up in Unrivaled in January 2026, while Sydney Colson, Odyssey Sims, Brianna Turner and Bree Hall are set to participate in the Athletes Unlimited Pro Basketball league.

Sophie Cunningham News / Indiana Fever on SI / November 2

Sophie Cunningham’s Fever Brand Boost on Full Display After Recent Reveal

There's a case to be made that Sophie Cunningham's stardom was sure to skyrocket as soon as she was traded to the Indiana Fever this past WNBA offseason.

Caitlin Clark News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / November 2

Caitlin Clark Catches Eyes With Flattering Dress at Wedding

Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark has been out of the spotlight more than usual in recent weeks, ever since the Indiana Fever's 2025 WNBA season ended in their semifinals series against the Las Vegas Aces.

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Chicago Sky News / Athlon Sports / November 2

Chicago Sky Player Lands Job Outside WNBA Amid Angel Reese Development

Rebecca Allen and Angel Reese both played key roles for the Chicago Sky in 2025. Allen was named to the Unrivaled league roster; Reese was unexpectedly left out.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / November 1

Indiana Fever Star Sophie Cunningham Announces Plan for Next Year

Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham, who averaged 8.6 points, 3.5 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.0 steal per game in 2025, is currently recovering from a knee injury she sustained last August.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / November 1

Fresh Caitlin Clark Workout Video Turns Heads During Fever Offseason

Indiana Fever superstar guard Caitlin Clark is one of the most marketable athletes in the world right now. This is owed to the massive platform and fan base she has, which is the result of her historic college career at the University of Iowa and then her continuing and furthering that success with the Fever in the WNBA.

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.

Angel Reese News / Athlon Sports / November 1

Angel Reese Speaks Out on Concerning Trend Involving Her

Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark are among the most talked-about personalities in the WNBA. Their rivalry has brought millions of eyes to the sport. But there's a difference in how people perceive them.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / November 1

Sophie Cunningham Puts Future With Fever in Doubt Following Career Announcement

Sophie Cunningham is set to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason. She is currently recovering from a season-ending torn MCL. Cunningham is now searching for a long-term contract with her next WNBA team.

Sydney Colson News / Indiana Fever on SI / October 31

Sydney Colson Explains 'Intentional' Locker Room Shift Behind Fever Winning Run

The Indiana Fever's team culture and camaraderie shone through during the 2025 WNBA season, especially during the team's improbable postseason run, where they made it within one game of making it to the WNBA Finals.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / October 31

Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers to partake in November event with fond memories

There is more to life than just playing in the WNBA, and Dallas Wings soon-to-be second-year guard Paige Bueckers is fully aware of it. Bueckers has kept herself busy this offseason.

WNBA News / Sporting News / October 31

Tennessee Vols' commit Oliviyah Edwards threw down an in-game dunk that'd make Candace Parker proud

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Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / October 31

Mercury players who will compete in offseason leagues as CBA talks continue

PHOENIX — Phoenix Mercury fans won’t need to wait until the next WNBA season to watch some of their favorite players in action, as a few of their own will play in the offseason.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / October 30

Reports: WNBA, union agree to extend CBA to Nov. 30

The WNBA and the Women's National Basketball Players Association approved a 30-day extension of the current collective bargaining agreement, The Athletic and ESPN reported Thursday.

Minnesota Lynx News / Bring Me The News / October 30

Cheryl Reeve named to 2026 Women's Basketball Hall of Fame class

Minnesota Lynx head coach and president of basketball operations Cheryl Reeve has been named to the 2026 Women's Basketball Hall of Fame class. She is

WNBA News / Yardbarker / October 30

Key storylines for WNBA offseason as CBA deadline approaches

The WNBA is set to have an interesting offseason. First things first, though, the WNBA's collective bargaining agreement needs to be sorted out.

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Candace Parker, Elena Delle Donne, Doris Burke in '26 Women's HOF class

Storm officially tab Sonia Raman as head coach

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WNBA News / Field Level Media / October 30

Storm C Dominique Malonga joining Unrivaled but Angel Reese not returning

Seattle Storm center Dominique Malonga, a WNBA All-Rookie first-team selection, is playing in the Unrivaled league in 2026. The professional 3x3 basketball league for women also announced on Thursday that the other remaining overall roster spots are going to the Indiana Fever's Aari McDonald and the Chicago Sky's Rebecca Allen.

Minnesota Lynx News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / October 30

Napheesa Collier bashes WNBA CBA as ‘illegal’ before negotiation deadline

Napheesa Collier earned yet another career honor as one of the five women’s basketball players chosen among the 2025 Glamour Women of the Year, and she used the opportunity to voice her thoughts on the chaos surrounding the WNBA CBA (collective bargaining agreement) negotiations.

Los Angeles Sparks News / Los Angeles Sparks on SI / October 30

Sparks Notes: Candace Parker Shares Dream Secondary Sport, Predicts 2026 NBA Awards

Since retiring from professional basketball last year, former Los Angeles Sparks' star Candace Parker has increased her role in both the NBA and WNBA media landscape — hosting a podcast, "Post Moves with Candace Parker & Aliyah Boston," and currently working as an NBA analyst for Amazon Prime Video.