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NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal frustrated many members of the women's basketball community with a comment he made about the WNBA potentially lowering its rims during an October 2024 episode of Angel Reese's Unapologetically Angel podcast.

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'Guard How I Don’t Want to Be Guarded': A’ja Wilson Describes Her Approach While Guarding Players Like Breanna Stewart

As great as the new generation of stars are, they have a ways to go before she can usurp A’ja Wilson as the best player in the WNBA. The Las Vegas Aces star is fresh off one of the most dominant seasons in league history.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / November 28

Dallas Wings preparing for WNBA's expansion draft for Toronto Tempo, Portland Fire

The WNBA is going to be the wild west this offseason. There are two new teams entering the league, the Toronto Tempo and the Portland Fire, which will cause another expansion draft, and almost every veteran player is set to be a free agent this year.

Chicago Sky News / Chicago Sky On SI / November 28

Sky Nab Azzi Fudd in Latest Mock Draft

This week, the Chicago Sky received the fifth pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft via the draft lottery. This was the worst outcome for them, but also the most likely.

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Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 28

How Phoenix Prepared For The 2009 Season

The Phoenix Mercury were gearing up for a special season in 2009. After missing the playoffs the year before, the Mercury were seeking redemption. They won a championship in 2007, which was the franchise's first.

WNBA News / Chicago Sky On SI / November 28

Sky Should Trade With Los Angeles for Much-Needed Spark

In 2021, the Chicago Sky won their first WNBA championship. That was also the first year of four that the Los Angeles Sparks have not made the playoffs.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / November 27

Former WNBA award winner pushes Dallas Wings to pair Paige Bueckers with Azzi Fudd

For the second year in a row, the Dallas Wings will have the first overall pick. They won Sunday's 2026 draft lottery after entering the day with the highest odds of doing so.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / November 27

From rebuild to Finals: What Mercury fans can be thankful for after 2025 season

PHOENIX — After a rollercoaster season and making it all the way to the WNBA Finals, the Phoenix Mercury gave their fans more than just a playoff run. Here are a few things Mercury fans can be thankful for after a dramatic 2025 season.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / November 27

Sophie Cunningham Has No Hesitation Swerving Caitlin Clark's Pregame Outfits

While Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark wasn't on the court during her team's improbable run to the WNBA semifinals in 2025, she still managed to get attention by what she was up to on the sidelines throughout the postseason.

Chicago Sky News / Chicago Sky On SI / November 27

Sky Should View Two New WNBA Teams As Trade Partners

Until the new collective bargaining agreement is approved, the exact timeline for free agency and trading is on hold. In the meantime, it's entertaining to speculate potential deals in the WNBA.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / November 27

Why Azzi Fudd is favorite for Dallas Wings' No. 1 overall pick

The Dallas Wings are mulling their options for what to do with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft. There are a few players they will keep an eye on during the college basketball season, including UConn guard Azzi Fudd, who was listed as the top selection in USA Today writer Meghan L.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 27

Why The Mercury's Preseason Win Prepared Them For Success

The Phoenix Mercury had a decent season in 2010. They finished the year with a record of 15-19, and despite being a few games below .500, they reached the playoffs.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 27

How Mercury's Thomas Helped USA Win Gold

Alyssa Thomas was playing for the Connecticut Sun at that time, but like Kahleah Copper , Brittney Griner and Diana Taurasi, she was a member of Team USA's 2024 Olympic team.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 27

Looking At The Journey Of Phoenix's 2015 Picks

The Phoenix Mercury have drafted many players over the years, and some of them have had big performances with the team. In recent years, the Mercury drafted players like Alanna Smith and Sophie Cunningham.

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Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 27

Mercury's Mack Dominates In College, Impacts Both Of The Floor

Natasha Mack is known for her defense, and in her seasons with the Phoenix Mercury, she has made her presence felt. She had 47 blocks in her first year with the team, and this season, she had 52.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / November 27

3 things Dallas Wings should be thankful for

The Dallas Wings are going into Thanksgiving with a lot to celebrate despite being the WNBA's worst team in the 2025 season. The team has a lot to look forward to for 2026 and beyond as it tries to begin its climb back towards the top of the league.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / November 27

Indiana Fever Star Lexie Hull Gets Strong Message from WNBA Amid Offseason

By the time the 2025 season ended for the Indiana Fever, Lexie Hull was one of the last few remaining stars on the court for the team. The Fever were ravaged by injuries throughout the campaign, with no fewer than five players, including Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham, suffering season-ending injuries at some point.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 27

Mercury's Pondexter Takes Down Another Future Team In Overtime

Cappie Pondexter was drafted by the Phoenix Mercury in 2006, and she became one of the team's top players. She had a strong rookie season, as she averaged 19.5 points, 3.3 rebounds, 3.1 assists and 1.2 steals.

Minnesota Lynx News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / November 26

Cheryl Reeve's Honest CBA Update Sends Clear Signal About WNBA's Future

On November 18, Doug Feinberg of the Associated Press published a report regarding the ongoing negotiations between the WNBA league office and the players' association for the next Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / November 26

Former Phoenix Mercury guard joins Project B

INDIANAPOLIS — Former Phoenix Mercury guard Sophie Cunningham is the latest addition to Project B, the league announced Tuesday. Cunningham spent six seasons with the Mercury before being traded to the Indiana Fever ahead of the 2025 season.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / November 25

Phoenix Mercury unveil new uniforms that tie legacy with modernity

PHOENIX — With the unveiling of their new look on Monday, the Phoenix Mercury introduced redesigned uniforms on Tuesday, blending the team’s heritage with modernity.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / November 24

Suns owner Mat Ishbia facing new lawsuit from minority partners

Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia is being sued by two of the team’s minority owners. Scott Seldin and Andy Kohlberg, minority stakeholders in the franchise,

Los Angeles Sparks News / Los Angeles Sparks on SI / November 24

Sparks Notes: Cameron Brink, Paige Bueckers Team Up, Candace Parker on Hall of Fame

Los Angeles Sparks' star forward Cameron Brink rejoins Unrivaled — a women's professional three-on-three league in the U.S., co-founded by Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart — this winter.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / November 23