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The Phoenix Mercury were getting ready to make history in the 2009 season. They won the franchise's second championship, and players like Diana Taurasi and Cappie Pondexter led the way.

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Connecticut Sun News / Connecticut Sun On SI / December 9

Unrivaled Partners With Iconic Bourbon Brand, Impacts Three Connecticut Sun Stars

The esteemed Unrivaled basketball season is approaching quickly, with less than one month left to prepare for the first tipoff. After reaching immense success during its inaugural year in 2024, Unrivaled is entering its second season with a newfound sense of purpose.

WNBA News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / December 9

Paige Bueckers Sounds Alarm on Where WNBA CBA Talks Could Be Headed

The biggest story in the world of women's basketball right now is the ongoing negotiations between the WNBA league office and the league's players' association regarding the next Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / December 9

Caitlin Clark Shares Announcement Amid WNBA Offseason

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark is known by many WNBA fans for what she does on the court. The No. 1 overall draft pick captured the attention of the league in 2024 by breaking records, leading the Fever to the playoffs and winning Rookie of the Year in her first professional season.

Indiana Fever News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / December 9

Stephen A. Smith and UCLA Coach Embrace ‘Wrestle’ Around Caitlin Clark Debate

Despite the fact that Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark hasn't competed in a WNBA game in close to five months, she's still a central topic of discussion among the women's basketball community on December 9.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 9

How Mercury's Dupree Proved Herself In College

The Phoenix Mercury acquired Candice Dupree before the start of the 2010 season. By that time, the talented forward had established herself, and she was one of the WNBA's most consistent and most durable players.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 9

Why Reserves Like Belinda Snell Helped Phoenix Win

The Phoenix Mercury won a championship in 2007 , and it took a special group of players to make it happen. By that time, the Mercury had their stars, as they drafted Diana Taurasi and Cappie Pondexter.

WNBA News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / December 9

A’ja Wilson’s savage mic drop on Cathy Engelbert after Napheesa Collier callout

In what has been a topsy-turvy year for the WNBA, A’ja Wilson came out on top. She won their fourth MVP Award and the Aces won their third WNBA championship in four years.

WNBA News / The Spun / December 9

WNBA Star A'ja Wilson Was 'Bothered' By Caitlin Clark Storyline

The rise of Caitlin Clark in the WNBA has created a large divide among fans. Many believe that Clark deserves sole responsibility for the massive rise in ratings the league has seen, while others believe that the product has improved across the board through the efforts of its star players.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 9

Mercury's Trio Competes, Tries To Defeat The Aces

The Phoenix Mercury are on the right track, as they reached the WNBA Finals for the sixth time in franchise history. They finished the regular season with a record of 27-17, and they took down other contenders to get to the Finals.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 9

Looking At Phoenix's Ties To Rutgers

The Phoenix Mercury have had some great scorers over the years, and two of them attended the same college. The Mercury drafted Cappie Pondexter in 2006, and she became one of Phoenix's best players.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / December 9

Why Dallas Wings should pair Paige Bueckers with this top prospect

The Dallas Wings are on the clock with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft, where they will look to give Paige Bueckers a co-star to work with for many years to come.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 9

Why Phoenix's Scoring Helped Them Make The Playoffs

The Phoenix Mercury finished the 2022 season with a record of 15-21. They made the playoffs, as teams like the Minnesota Lynx and the Los Angeles Sparks had worse seasons than they did.

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Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / December 8

Azzi Fudd details 'bittersweet' feelings of Wings' Paige Bueckers practicing at UConn

Paige Bueckers is back in Storrs, Connecticut, practicing with her former UConn Huskies. It's a big week for her college team, as they dominated DePaul 102-35 on Sunday, but they have a matchup coming up against USC on Saturday, the 13th.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 8

Mercury's Sabally Has Award-Winning Year

Satou Sabally had a successful season with her new team. The Phoenix Mercury acquired her during the offseason, and she helped the team reach the WNBA Finals.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / December 8

Sophie Cunningham Eclipses Caitlin Clark for Most Searched Women’s Athlete Crown

One of the biggest stories in women's basketball this season (especially among the Indiana Fever) was Sophie Cunningham's rise to superstardom. While Cunningham

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 8

Mercury Seek Win, Try To Snap Losing Streak In 2023

The Phoenix Mercury struggled in 2023, and they finished the season with a record of 9-31. They regressed from the previous season, as they finished 2022 with a record of 15-21.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / December 8

Only six Dallas Wings players are signed for 2026 WNBA season

The Dallas Wings are in need of some new players going into the 2026 WNBA season. Majority of last season's roster will enter free agency this spring. Some of them will resign with the Wings, but only six are currently on the books for the 2026 season, per Spotrac.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 8

Mercury's Taylor Helps Australia During Impressive Run

The 2008 Olympics were held in Beijing, and Team USA took home gold. That roster featured players like Candace Parker, Lisa Leslie and Tina Thompson, and the Phoenix Mercury were represented as well.

New York Liberty News / New York Liberty on SI / December 8

Liberty's Natasha Cloud Defends Players in CBA Fight

New York Liberty guard Natasha Cloud is using her platform to speak up for the players who often go unheard. As the WNBA and WNBPA continue to negotiate a new collective bargaining agreement, the veteran guard has taken to social media to defend one of the most essential parts in the current CBA: team housing.

Connecticut Sun News / Connecticut Sun On SI / December 7

WNBA Mock Expansion Draft Lists Two Sun Selected by Incoming Franchises

The WNBA is in a fascinating position currently, with its CBA negotiations now extended through the start of 2026 but no clear agreement in site. There is hope of of letting the offseason progress normally until an agreement.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / December 6

Stephanie White Gets Real on Fever’s Free Agency ‘Game Plan’ and Core Reality

This current WNBA offseason contains a ton of uncertainty for all 13 current teams. In fact, there should be 15 current teams, with the Toronto Tempo and Portland Fire set to join the league, but they don't even know when their respective Expansion Drafts will occur because of the ongoing CBA negotiations.

WNBA News / Chicago Sky On SI / December 6

Sky and Storm Should Make a Draft Deal Before 2026

The Chicago Sky missed the playoffs for the second season in a row. Under first-year head coach Tyler Marsh, the Sky lost more games in 2025 than they did the season before under Teresa Weatherspoon.

New York Liberty News / New York Liberty on SI / December 6

Two Liberty Starters Officially Joining Project B

Two New York Liberty players are taking matters into their own hands as the WNBA continues negotiations on a new collective bargaining agreement with the players’ union.