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ESPN Facing Backlash for Controversial Decision During Fever-Lynx Championship Game

There's no denying that it's the Indiana Fever who are considered underdogs against the Minnesota Lynx in Tuesday's Commissioner's Cup final. It's the 14-2 Lynx who currently have the best record in the WNBA and are defending their title in this winner-take-all clash.

Indiana Fever News / The Spun / July 1

Caitlin Clark Had 3-Word Message For WNBA Refs On Tuesday

Caitlin Clark didn't suit up for the WNBA Commissioner's Cup Championship, but she still managed to go viral. During Tuesday's game between the Indiana Fever and Minnesota Lynx, it was pretty evident that Clark wasn't thrilled with the refs at Target Center.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / July 1

Caitlin Clark Gets Reality Check on WNBA Salary: 'She's Going To Be Massively Underpaid'

Caitlin Clark is still in her rookie contract with the Indiana Fever, which pays her $338,000 over four years. This 2025 WNBA season, Clark is only making $78,000.

Chicago Sky News / Athlon Sports / July 1

Chicago Sky Link Angel Reese With WNBA Legend in New Post

The Chicago Sky overcame the Los Angeles Sparks 92-85 at Crypto.com Arena on Sunday, led by star Angel Reese, who notched a season‑high 24 points, 16 rebounds, seven assists, two blocks and a steal. This marked her fourth straight game with at least 15 rebounds, the most all-time.

Indiana Fever News / Field Level Media / July 1

Led by Natasha Howard, Fever top Lynx in WNBA Commissioner’s Cup

MINNEAPOLIS -- Natasha Howard scored 16 points and grabbed 12 rebounds, and the Indiana Fever held on for a 74-59 win over the Minnesota Lynx to win the WNBA Commissioner's Cup on Tuesday night.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / July 1

Caitlin Clark Crashes Aliyah Boston Interview After Fever WNBA Commissioner's Cup Win

The Indiana Fever defeated the Minnesota Lynx on July 1 by a score of 74-59, thus making them the 2025 WNBA Commissioner's Cup Champions. While this win

WNBA News / Bring Me The News / July 1

Famous halftime performer 'Red Panda' injured during Lynx-Fever game

Chinese acrobat Krystal Niu, famous for her halftime performances at sporting events under the name "Red Panda," was apparently injured during the WNBA Commissioner's Cup championship game at Target Center in Minneapolis on Tuesday.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / July 1

Halftime entertainer 'Red Panda' injured during WNBA performance

One of the most popular acts in halftime entertainment sustained an injury Tuesday night in Minneapolis as Rong "Krystal" Niu, better known under her stage name of "Red Panda," needed to be assisted off the court after falling during halftime of the WNBA Commissioner's Cup championship game between the Indiana Fever and the Minnesota Lynx.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / July 1

Fever-Lynx Halftime Performer Leaves Court After Injury

The Indiana Fever, in their third-straight game with All-WNBA point guard, traveled to Minneapolis on Tuesday to take on Napheesa Collier and the Minnesota Lynx in the Commissioner's Cup Championship Game.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / July 1

Sophie Cunningham Receives Blunt Message From NBA Superstar on Tuesday

While the Indiana Fever are playing in the Commissioner Cup Final on Tuesday night against the Minnesota Lynx, Indiana guard Sophie Cunningham is still

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / July 1

WNBA Has Strong Reaction to Sophie Cunningham's Big Shot Against Lynx

The Indiana Fever headed into Tuesday's Commissioner's Cup championship game against the Minnesota Lynx as considerable underdogs. They were placed at an even bigger disadvantage after Caitlin Clark was ruled out of the big game due to a lingering groin injury. True enough, the Lynx asserted their dominance early on.

WNBA News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / July 1

ESPN Must Eat Words After Fever-Lynx WNBA Commissioner's Cup Prediction Blows Up

The Indiana Fever just won the 2025 WNBA Commissioner's Cup Championship after their 74-59 defeat over the Minnesota Lynx on July 1. As a result of this, the Fever roster will be splitting a $500,000 prize among themselves.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / July 1

Chicago Sky’s Ariel Atkins Makes Personal Admission About WNBA Veteran

The Chicago Sky entered July with a 5-11 record, anchored near the bottom of the WNBA’s Eastern Conference standings. Their .313 winning percentage ranks them 10th out of 13 teams, and they’ve split their last four games heading into Tuesday.

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Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / July 1

Fever Coach Stephanie White Reveals Good News on Caitlin Clark

The Indiana Fever have been playing without Caitlin Clark for several games this season, leaning on Aliyah Boston and Kelsey Mitchell. Indiana headed

Chicago Sky News / Athlon Sports / July 1

Chicago Sky Star Angel Reese Gets Custom Gift on Tuesday: 'How Could We Not Include It'

Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese shared a special surprise with her fans on Tuesday. On her Instagram Story, Reese revealed a custom gift she received from Beats by Dre: personalized headphones featuring the letter “A” for Angel.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Hoops Journal / July 1

'Exciting to Think About': Curt Miller Highlights Awak Kuier’s Future With Dallas Wings

As the Dallas Wings reshape their frontcourt following the NaLyssa Smith trade, general manager Curt Miller reinforced that Awak Kuier remains firmly in their long-term plans.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / July 1

Mercury's Satou Sabally urges WNBA to invest in current teams amid expansion news

Phoenix Mercury’s Satou Sabally believes the WNBA should focus on investing in its current teams and expanding team rosters amid team expansion news.

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WNBA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 1

Sophie Cunningham gets called out over her Detroit comments

Sophie Cunningham gets called out by Lions fan favorite over her Detroit comments

Sophie Cunningham continues to happily play the heel for the Indiana Fever, this time with her comments about WNBA expansion.

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Angel Reese News / Hardwood Heroics / July 1

‘Threats And Abuse’: Chicago Sky Partnering With Online Monitoring Service Amid Angel Reese Hate

The Chicago Sky are taking extra steps to make sure their basketball team is safe from perceived threats. Second-year forward Angel Reese receives a lot of hate online due to her outgoing nature both on and off the court.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Hoops Journal / July 1

'You Can Feel an Energy': Dallas Wings Reshape Frontcourt and Identity After NaLyssa Smith Trade

The Dallas Wings are entering the second half of the WNBA season with renewed clarity and cohesion after trading forward NaLyssa Smith to the Las Vegas Aces in exchange for a 2027 first-round pick.

WNBA News / Burn City Sports / July 1

Ex-Mercury player Sophie Cunningham criticized on remarks over expansion teams

INDIANA — Former Phoenix Mercury player Sophie Cunningham is under fire for her thoughts over the new WNBA expansion teams announced Monday morning. The WNBA announced three more teams will join the league in the coming years: Cleveland in 2028, Detroit in 2029 and Philadelphia in 2030.

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / July 1

A'ja Wilson inches closer to WNBA history with new award

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Indiana Fever News / Yardbarker / July 1

Caitlin Clark is still not respected by her WNBA peers

Clark has more than lived up to the hype as the No. 1 pick coming out of Iowa in the 2024 WNBA Draft. She finished fourth in the MVP voting as a rookie, as well as being named an All-Star.

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Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / June 30

Aces add former second overall pick to beef up frontcourt

In the midst of a season that is starting out somewhat below expectations, the Las Vegas Aces have added a new face to their frontcourt. On Monday, the Aces completed a trade with the Dallas Wings that sees forward NaLyssa Smith head to Las Vegas in exchange for a 2027 first-round pick.