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Report: Portland Fire set to name Alex Sarama first coach

The Portland Fire are expected to name Cleveland Cavaliers assistant coach Alex Sarama as the first head coach of the WNBA expansion franchise, Front Office Sports reported.

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Rays of Hope: Connecticut Sun Pointed Back in the Right Direction After 2025

After years of maintaining success despite subtle shifts in the composition of their roster, the Sun were finally forced to hit the reset button after

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / October 15

Sophie Cunningham Flexes Indiana Fever's WNBA Playoff Ratings Role

Even without superstar point guard Caitlin Clark on the court during the 2025 WNBA postseason, the Indiana Fever arguably remained the league's top attraction amidst their unexpected run to the WNBA Semifinals.

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Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / October 15

Indiana Fever Rookie Reveals Plan After Landing Job Away from WNBA

Makayla Timpson joined the Indiana Fever as the 19th overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft. She signed with Czech team ZVVZ USK Praha to play overseas during the WNBA offseason.

Atlanta Dream News / Athlon Sports / October 15

Brittney Griner Shares Update After WNBA Offseason Decision

Brittney Griner finished her first season with the Atlanta Dream, shifting to the bench post-injury. Griner will be an unrestricted free agent in January, future with Dream is uncertain.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / October 15

Dallas Wings WNBA title odds revealed for 2026 season

The Dallas Wings didn't have an ideal conclusion to this past season, finishing tied for the league's worst record at 10-34, even with the addition of No.

Las Vegas Aces News / Sneakers on SI / October 15

Nike and A'ja Wilson Unveil 'Candy Corn Queen' Halloween Shoes

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WNBA News / Athlon Sports / October 14

Caitlin Clark Makes Offer to WNBA Star Kate Martin

Caitlin Clark has become one of the biggest stars in the WNBA after just two seasons with the Indiana Fever. In her rookie season, she led the Fever to their first playoff appearance in eight years, breaking the single-season assists record along the way.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / October 14

WNBA postseason draws record audience on ESPN

The WNBA postseason delivered record ratings to ESPN throughout September and October, the network announced Tuesday. The 2025 playoffs were the most-watched ever on ESPN, with an average of 1.2 million viewers across 24 games -- up 5% from 2024.

Indiana Fever News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / October 14

Historic WNBA ESPN Playoff Ratings Reveal Comes With Caveat

There's no question that interest in the WNBA suffered because of the injury-plagued 2025 campaign that Indiana Fever superstar guard Caitlin Clark had.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / October 14

Sophie Cunningham's Caitlin Clark Fever Team Control Admission Turns Heads

There's no question that Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark holds a lot of power within the WNBA. A great example of this was the viral video of Clark being made vulnerable to fans when she was in a public airport ahead of a commercial flight during her rookie 2024 campaign.

Los Angeles Sparks News / Los Angeles Sparks on SI / October 14

Sparks’ Candace Parker Doesn’t Hold Back on WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert

Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier recently challenged WNBA leadership, specifically WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert, in a direct statement — during her 2025 exit interview on Sept.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / October 14

Silver: WNBA game in China could happen 'very soon'

NBA commissioner Adam Silver said a WNBA game in China is likely to happen "very soon," but the league must first address the expiring collective bargaining agreement.

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WNBA News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / October 14

Sheryl Swoopes Gets 'Petty' in Addressing WNBA Finals TV Ratings

While the 2025 WNBA Finals wasn't that competitive a series (as the Las Vegas Aces swept the Phoenix Mercury in four games), that doesn't mean the women's basketball community (and the sports world at large) was uninterested in watching these two teams compete for the league championship.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / October 14

Does Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers go before Caitlin Clark in WNBA fantasy draft?

Dallas Wings point guard Paige Bueckers had a banner first season in the WNBA, placing herself among the elite in the league. If the WNBA had a fantasy draft where all players were available, Bueckers would be a first-round pick, but where would she end up?

WNBA News / Los Angeles Sparks on SI / October 14

Sparks Notes: LA Stars on Napheesa Collier's Message, Legend Reflects on WNBA Finals

On Sept. 30, during her 2025 exit interview, Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier challenged WNBA leadership in a direct statement. "We have the best players in the world.

Golden State Valkyries News / Golden State Valkyries on SI / October 14

Will the Valkyries Lose Kate Martin In the WNBA Expansion Draft?

The next phase of the WNBA's ambitious expansion plan is coming with the arrival of two new teams in 2026: The Toronto Tempo and the Portland Fire. Adding two teams in the same season means double the demand for players from existing rosters in the upcoming Expansion Draft, putting even more weight on each team's decision-making on who to protect.

Phoenix Mercury News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / October 14

Mercury GM Nick U’Ren bracing for uncertainty despite successful 2025 season

PHOENIX– The 2025 WNBA season is sealed… or is it? Well, that’s not what the Phoenix Mercury seem to believe, and for good reason. Phoenix and the 12 other teams are eyeing the upcoming collective bargaining agreement (CBA) negotiations.

Chicago Sky News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / October 14

Sky’s Angel Reese gets real on shooting slumps and why she keeps letting it fly

Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese knew going into the 2025 WNBA season what her biggest detractors thought about her shooting ability. Her inability to finish at the rim was the biggest knock on her game, and when the season started, it didn’t look like she had gotten much better.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / October 14

Dallas Wings have decision to make on All-Star, who is one of top WNBA free agents

The WNBA offseason is officially here after the Las Vegas Aces took home their third championship in four season, and they officially look to be a dynasty.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / October 14

Dallas Wings come up low in WNBA power rankings

The Dallas Wings are going into the 2026 WNBA season with a lot of hope and promise despite only winning 10 games this past season. ESPN insider Michael Voepel conducted a way-too-early power rankings for the 2026 season and placed the Wings at No.

Kelsey Mitchell News / Indiana Fever on SI / October 13

Fever Roster Rallies Around Kelsey Mitchell Amid Season-Ending 'Grief' Reflection

Indiana Fever superstar Kelsey Mitchell left it all on the court for her team during their incredible 2025 postseason run. In fact, Mitchell kept going

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / October 13

The Las Vegas Aces are champions, but what happens now?

The 2025 WNBA season finished with a familiar sight, as the Las Vegas Aces completed the sweep against the Phoenix Mercury to hoist up their third championship in four seasons.

Las Vegas Aces News / Larry Brown Sports / October 11

A'ja Wilson had savage reaction to Cathy Engelbert getting booed during Aces’ trophy ceremony

A’ja Wilson was a savage both on and off the court Friday as the Las Vegas Aces secured their third WNBA championship in four seasons. Wilson was a force on the floor during a series-clinching Game 4 win over the Phoenix Mercury at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Ariz.

WNBA News / Yardbarker / October 11