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Caitlin Clark Effect Drives Indiana Fever to $370 Million Valuation

The fate of the Indiana Fever's franchise changed when the team selected former Iowa Hawkeyes superstar Caitlin Clark with the No. 1 pick of the 2024 WNBA Draft.

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WNBA moves closer to labor strike following Players Association vote

The WNBA moved one step closer to its doomsday scenario on Thursday.

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Satou Sabally addresses Unrivaled withdrawal as fans question health protocols

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Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 18

Throwback as WNBA Adds Four Teams, Phoenix Loses Past Picks

The WNBA continued to grow in its early years. The league had eight teams in the first season, and the Phoenix Mercury were a part of that. The Mercury had an impressive season, and they made the playoffs in their first season.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / December 18

Aliyah Boston Spent Her Birthday With Caitlin Clark and Fever Fans Will Love Why

When the Indiana Fever selected Caitlin Clark with the No. 1 pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft, fans were hoping that she would be able to develop a solid on-court camaraderie with Aliyah Boston, who Indiana drafted No.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 18

Why Mercury's Miller Was Involved In An Award Race

The Phoenix Mercury got off to a great start in 1997. They finished the season with a record of 16-12, and they were one of four playoff teams. The Mercury lost to the New York Liberty, but they set themselves up for success.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 18

Looking At The Career Highs Of Phoenix's 2005 Picks

The Phoenix Mercury had a solid season in 2004. They finished the year with a record of 17-17, which was the first time they were .500 or better since 2000.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 18

How DeWanna Bonner And Others Led Mercury In 2015

The Phoenix Mercury won a championship in 2014, and the following year, they finished the season with a record of 20-14. They made the playoffs, but they did not repeat.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / December 18

Why Lauren Betts could be Paige Bueckers' co-star for Dallas Wings

The Dallas Wings could select UCLA center Lauren Betts with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft. If they do, they will be taking the best rim protector in the draft and she could be one of the best in the WNBA next season.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 18

Why Mercury's Taurasi And Other Greats Won Finals MVP

Reaching the WNBA Finals is no easy task, but some of the league's best teams have made it to that point. The Phoenix Mercury made the WNBA Finals for the sixth time in history, and they faced the Las Vegas Aces.

New York Liberty News / New York Liberty on SI / December 18

Liberty Star Reflects on Sandy Brondello, Welcomes Chris DeMarco

Before turning the page to a new era in New York, Breanna Stewart made sure to acknowledge the foundation already built. During Unrivaled media availability on Wednesday, Stewart began by showing appreciation for former Liberty head coach Sandy Brondello and what the two were able to accomplish together.

WNBA News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 18

Examining South Carolina's Ties To Phoenix

South Carolina has an elite program, as head coach Dawn Staley has led the team to three NCAA championships. Some of the league's top players played under her, as Allisha Gray, A'ja Wilson and Aliyah Boston all attended South Carolina.

WNBA News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 18

Phoenix Survives Overtimes Games In 2022

The Phoenix Mercury's 2022 season was a tough period. They were adapting to changes, and they played without one of their stars. Phoenix managed to make the playoffs, but it was a fight.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / December 18

Dallas Wings top prospect for WNBA Draft has a red flag

The Dallas Wings are scouting Spanish forward Awa Fam to possibly make her the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 WNBA draft. There is a lot to like about Fam's game, but she has a lot to work on as she is only 19 years old.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / December 18

Sophie Cunningham Reacts to Caitlin Clark Missing Top 10 List

When Caitlin Clark arrived in the WNBA in 2024, she helped propel the league's popularity to new heights. The Indiana Fever not only filled up arenas, but they also generated some of the highest TV viewership figures throughout the campaign.

New York Liberty News / New York Liberty on SI / December 18

Liberty's Breanna Stewart Discusses CBA Negotiations and New Coaches

New York Liberty forward Breanna Stewart met with the media just ahead of Unrivaled's training camp, offering some candid insight on everything from the collective bargaining negotiations to coaching transitions and the evolving professional landscape in women's basketball.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / December 17

Top Dallas Wings free agent unsure on WNBA free agency plans

It's going to be a big offseason for the Dallas Wings. They've already made a coaching change, sending Chris Koclanes out the door in favor of Jose Fernandez, and although all of his coaching experience comes from the college ranks, he has a lot of experience recruiting internationally, which should help him with this job.

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WNBA News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / December 17

Hall of Famer Sylvia Fowles joins Fire as assistant coach

Although the timeline for the 2026 WNBA season is still murky due to the ongoing CBA negotiations, whenever the league does resume there will be two new franchises in the Toronto Tempo and the Portland Fire.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / December 17

Caitlin Clark’s 2025 Earnings Called Into Question After Conflicting Rankings

It's no secret that Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark is on a league of her own when it comes to stardom in women's basketball. No. 22 has generated a massive fan base during her basketball journey, starting in her historic college career with the University of Iowa Hawkeyes and continuing through her first two WNBA seasons with the Indiana Fever.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / December 17

Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers drops honest truth about WNBA non-transparency

Dallas Wings star guard Paige Bueckers is tired of the WNBA's shortcomings, so much so that she was recently open about her true feelings regarding the CBA, star power, and her peers coming together to fight for the same common goal: unity.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 17

Why Mercury's Thomas Is Involved In Award Races

Alyssa Thomas had an excellent year, and she helped the Phoenix Mercury make history. She led the Mercury to their sixth WNBA Finals, and while they lost to the Las Vegas Aces, Thomas and her team proved that they are legit.

Indiana Fever News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / December 17

Aliyah Boston Laments Caitlin Clark’s 'Lame' Impact on South Carolina Title Run

Before they were teammates on the Indiana Fever, Aliyah Boston and Caitlin Clark were two of the best players in women's college basketball. And these two current WNBA superstars matched up during the Final Four in the 2023 NCAA tournament, which came one season after Boston's South Carolina Gamecocks secured a national championship.

Connecticut Sun Players Making Waves in International Basketball

The off season is faring well for Connecticut Suns players as many have taken to the court overseas to continue to play. While the players aren’t worried

Chicago Sky News / Athlon Sports / December 15

Team USA Reacts to Angel Reese's Statement

Chicago Sky star Angel Reese is undoubtedly one of the brightest young talents in the WNBA and women's basketball today. A two-time All-Star, Reese established herself as a double-double machine.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / December 14

Satou Sabally addresses Unrivaled withdrawal as fans question health protocols

PHOENIX — After reports surfaced that Phoenix Mercury forward Satou Sabally would not be able to compete in Unrivaled this season because of lingering health issues, Sabally addressed the situation publicly.

Indiana Fever News / Yardbarker / December 14