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Sparks’ Candace Parker Reveals Dream Secondary Olympic Sport

Candace Parker, in her 13 illustrious seasons with the Los Angeles Sparks, averaged over 16 points, eight rebounds and three assists. The L.A. icon guided the purple and gold to a WNBA championship in 2016, and recently had her No.

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Major college power praises Wings' new hire of Jose Fernandez

The Dallas Wings announced on Monday that they would be hiring Jose Fernandez to be the next head coach of the team. He spent 25 years as the head coach at the University of South Florida, and is easily the most successful coach in their program's history.

Indiana Fever News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / October 29

Caitlin Clark Shares 3-Word Advice Every Young Athlete Should Hear

From the outside looking in, one might assume that Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark has the perfect life. And there's no question that she is blessed in many ways.

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Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / October 29

Broadcaster believes Jose Fernandez will 'quickly win' over Wings

The Dallas Wings announced their decision to hire Jose Fernandez as their next head coach. They need someone to provide stability at a position that hasn't seen much of it the last few years, as they haven't had a coach last longer than two seasons since 2018.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / October 29

Fever Guard Confirms WNBA Animosity Toward Aliyah Boston

It's hard to imagine that Indiana Fever fans could adore star center Aliyah Boston more than they already do. Boston was drafted by Indiana with the No.

Dallas Wings News / Entertainment on ClutchPoints / October 29

Wings’ Paige Bueckers set to star in Apple Original, Jess and Pearl

They might not be ready for this one. Paige Bueckers is taking her game beyond the court. Following a standout rookie campaign in the WNBA, the Dallas Wings guard is stepping into the world of film.

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Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / October 29

Indiana Fever Guard Announces Injury Update Amid WNBA Offseason

During the 2025 WNBA season, the Indiana Fever had to deal with an unfortunate number of injuries, especially at the point guard position. Superstar Caitlin Clark only played 13 games before being ruled out for the season with a groin injury.

Seattle Storm News / Swish Appeal / October 29

Seattle Storm’s Mackenzie Holmes leads five WNBA players shining in early WNBL action

Because the WNBA offseason is longer than the actual season, players have the chance to develop and play elsewhere to improve their game. Many use the time well, playing in Unrivaled or Athletes Unlimited in the States.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / October 29

Storm officially tab Sonia Raman as head coach

Sonia Raman is making history and switching coasts, leaving her assistant coaching role with the New York Liberty to become the new head coach of the Seattle Storm.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / October 29

Lexie Hull Addresses How Caitlin Clark Rescued Her Fever Career

Caitlin Clark has drastically altered the landscape of women's basketball over the past couple of years. This is owed to her unprecedented superstardom, which has catalyzed the massive boom in attention and popularity women's basketball is benefiting from right now.

Seattle Storm News / Winsidr / October 29

Seattle Storm 2025 Season Recap: A Roller-Coaster Ride Toward the Playoffs

It’s often said there are three situations in which a team can find itself. The first is the dizzying highs of a well-crafted, talented squad that consistently competes for championships.

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Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / October 29

Indiana Fever Star Kelsey Mitchell Shares Update Outside WNBA Amid Offseason

Kelsey Mitchell averaged 20.2 points and finished fifth in the MVP vote. She led the Indiana Fever to their first Commissioner’s Cup and WNBA semifinals.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / October 29

Angel Reese Sends Message After WNBA Star's Indiana Fever Incident

Chicago Sky star Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark's WNBA rivalry captivated fans, but the Indiana Fever guard missed most matchups. DeWanna Bonner struggled with her role on the Fever, then rejoined the Phoenix Mercury.

WNBA News / Stadium Rant / October 29

The Ballers Of Glamour: WNBA Stars Take The Spotlight

Minnesota Lynx power forward Napheesa Collier, New York Liberty centers Jonquel Jones and Nyara Sabally, Indiana Fever guard Lexie Hull, and Phoenix Mercury forward Satou Sabally were honored as Glamour Magazine’s 2025 Women of the Year.

Los Angeles Sparks News / Los Angeles Sparks on SI / October 29

Sparks Notes: Candace Parker Predicts 2026 NBA Awards, Calls Out WNBA Coaching Cycle

Former Los Angeles Sparks' star Candace Parker, after retiring from professional basketball last year, is now working as an NBA analyst for Amazon Prime Video — and will soon headline Prime's WNBA broadcast unit in 2026, according to The New York Times.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / October 28

Indiana Fever Star Sophie Cunningham Speaks Out on the 'Worst Creation That God Ever Invented'

Sophie Cunningham had a memorable season with the Indiana Fever in 2025. She established herself not only as a key contributor for the franchise but also as an enforcer, bringing energy and consistently standing up for her teammates.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / October 28

Report: WNBA offers players extension in CBA discussions

The WNBA is proposing a 30-day extension to players to continue collective bargaining negotiations, according to ESPN. The current CBA expires Friday. Negotiations were also extended during previous discussions in 2019, when both sides agreed to a 60-day extension before eventually signing a deal in January 2020.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / October 28

Mercury’s DeWanna Bonner on her emotional 2025 season

PHOENIX — Two-time WNBA Champion DeWanna Bonner posted a heartfelt message on Instagram, reflecting on her year in the league. “So much can change in a year,” she writes.

Minnesota Lynx News / Bring Me The News / October 28

'It should be illegal': Napheesa Collier slams WNBA pay ahead of CBA deadline

Friday, October 31, marks the deadline for the WNBA and the WNBA Players Association to agree to terms on a new collective bargaining agreement. With

WNBA News / Field Level Media / October 28

WNBPA counsel: CBA deal by deadline 'not going to happen'

The WNBA and the players' union are unlikely to reach a new collective bargaining agreement by Friday's deadline. Erin Drake, legal counsel for the Women's National Basketball Players Association, said it's "not going to happen." The two sides will continue to meet this week but are said to remain far apart on the central issue of revenue sharing.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / October 28

Dallas Wings' Jose Fernandez has similar path to GM Curt Miller

The Dallas Wings are starting a new era with Jose Fernandez as their head coach. Fernandez joins the team a year after Curt Miller became the general manager and the two are cut from the same cloth.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / October 27

Mercury’s Sabally joins Glamour’s Women of the Year class

PHOENIX — After a standout first year with the Phoenix Mercury, Satou Sabally is making waves off the court as part of Glamour’s 2025 Women of the Year class.

WNBA News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / October 27

Lexie Hull Reveals What Fans Don't See About Caitlin Clark-Angel Reese Rivalry

The Indiana Fever and the Chicago Sky faced each other five times during the 2025 WNBA regular season. When this was announced a few months before the season began, fans couldn't wait to see what these five games would mean for the iconic rivalry between Fever star guard Caitlin Clark and Sky standout forward Angel Reese.

WNBA News / Larry Brown Sports / October 24