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Angel Reese Echoes Paige Bueckers on Team USA Future

It's no secret that women's basketball has received an influx of superstars over the past couple of years. The three most notable of these are Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, and Paige Bueckers, all three of whom are participating in the USA National Team training camp in Durham, North Carolina, from December 12-14.

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Mercury's Williams And More Represent Stanford

Kiana Williams was one of the Phoenix Mercury's guards this season, and when the team needed her, she delivered. She averaged 4.1 points and a rebound this season, and she played 11 games.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / December 12

Caitlin Clark Sends Clear Warning on WNBA Lockout Fears

The WNBA is in the thick of ongoing negotiations regarding the league's next Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which will have massive ramifications about the future of women's basketball.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 12

Looking At Danielle Robinson's Season With The Mercury

Danielle Robinson had a solid WNBA career, and while she did not start her career with them, she spent some time with the Phoenix Mercury . Robinson was drafted by the San Antonio Silver Stars, as they drafted her in 2011.

Connecticut Sun News / Connecticut Sun On SI / December 12

WNBA Mock Expansion Draft Predicts Connecticut Sun Protected Players

The WNBA remains caught up in the unceasing CBA negotiations, but attention must be divided to focus on its upcoming expansion draft. The two new franchises — Toronto Tempo and Portland Fire — will be selecting players to bring on board.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 12

How Mercury's Taurasi Had A Legendary Performance Against A Rival

Diana Taurasi had a stellar career, and over the years, she had some great seasons. Her best season scoring-wise was in 2006, as she averaged a career-high 25.3 points.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 12

Mercury All-Star And Others Shine During Difficult Season

The Phoenix Mercury had a difficult season in 2003. They finished the season with a record of 8-26, as they went through their share of losing streaks.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 12

How Mercury's Taylor Was Involved In A Big Award Race

Penny Taylor had an exceptional career, and in her time with the Phoenix Mercury, she helped them make history. Taylor spent most of her career with the Mercury , as they selected her in a dispersal draft.

Indiana Fever News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / December 12

Fever’s Caitlin Clark sends heartfelt message during teammate’s big day

Caitlin Clark reminded everyone that Indiana Fever basketball is built as much on connection as it is on star power. On December 11, she shared a heartfelt birthday tribute to teammate Aliyah Boston.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 12

How An All-Star And Champion Helped Phoenix In 2019

Essence Carson had some solid seasons in her career, and during that time, she had a few accolades. She won a championship in 2016, which was her first year with the Los Angeles Sparks.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / December 12

Azzi Fudd would allow Dallas Wings to get ahead on WNBA trend

The Dallas Wings are keeping an eye on Azzi Fudd's UConn star guard after Paige Bueckers left the school to join the team in the 2025 WNBA Draft. The Wings could reunite Fudd and Bueckers if they chose her with the number one overall pick again in back-to-back years.

Chicago Sky News / Athlon Sports / December 12

Angel Reese Shows True Character With WNBA Offseason Move

Chicago Sky star Angel Reese is one of the most impactful WNBA players today, and that extends beyond the basketball court. After being drafted seventh overall in the 2024 WNBA Draft, Reese quickly made a name for herself as one of the brightest young stars in the league.

Chicago Sky News / Chicago Sky On SI / December 12

Analyst Predicts Sky’s Protected Players in WNBA Expansion Draft

With the upcoming WNBA Expansion Draft coming soon, the league's two newest teams (the Portland Fire and the Toronto Tempo), will have the chance to select players that go unprotected by all of the other 14 teams.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / December 11

Wings' Paige Bueckers speaks out on joining USA Basketball for training camp

Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers has arrived in Durham, North Carolina, for USA Basketball training camp in preparation for the 2026 World Cup, and it could be a prelude to the 2028 Olympics.

Indiana Fever News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / December 11

Sue Bird’s Honest Caitlin Clark ‘Maturity’ Verdict Before Team USA Camp Turns Heads

At long last, Indiana Fever superstar guard Caitlin Clark will be returning to the basketball court this weekend, as she's taking part in a USA Basketball Women’s National Team training camp in Durham, North Carolina, from December 12 to 14.

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WNBA News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / December 11

Sue Bird predicts women’s basketball will be ‘biggest storyline’ of 2028 Olympic Games

The 2028 Olympic Games are just over the horizon, and USA Basketball is already thinking ahead about its final roster picks. Duke University will host

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / December 11

Sophie Cunningham’s Fever Outlook Uncertain After ESPN Expansion Draft Prediction

The first order of business after the WNBA league office and the league's players' association agree on a ratified Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) will be to schedule the expansion drafts for the Toronto Tempo and the Portland Fire, both of whom are slated to enter the WNBA in 2026.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 11

How Mercury's Lieberman Had A Career High Against East Team

Nancy Lieberman is a basketball legend. She was a star in college, and after those years, she played in the Women's Pro Basketball League (WBL). She was the first pick in the league's draft, and she played for the Dallas Diamonds.

Connecticut Sun News / Connecticut Sun On SI / December 11

Olivia Nelson-Ododa Breaks Down Her Iconic Looks of the Season

The Connecticut Sun had plenty of highlights this year, clutch wins, defensive grit, fourth-quarter composure. Despite all the positive basketball moments from this past season, tucked between was something just as unforgettable: Olivia Nelson-Ododa's iconic tunnel fits. Naturally, the fans were prepared when the question arose online.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / December 10

Indiana Fever Player's Message After Landing New Job in the U.S.

Amid the WNBA offseason, several Indiana Fever players have been taking other basketball jobs in the U.S. and outside the country. Kelsey Mitchell, Lexie Hull and Aliyah Boston all signed with Unrivaled, the 3-on-3 women's basketball league founded by Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier.