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Why the Indiana Fever Can’t Afford to Leave Sophie Cunningham Unprotected

The Indiana Fever will be faced with a tough decision when the WNBA finally ratifies a new Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). Among the first orders of business after the CBA is ratified will be setting the date for the Toronto Tempo and the Portland Fire's WNBA Expansion Draft.

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Rolling the Dice on Women’s Sports

For women’s professional sports, there’s every reason for Las Vegas to continue backing the Aces, yet uncertainty over the team’s LVCVA sponsorship renewal lingers.

Connecticut Sun News / Connecticut Sun On SI / January 3

What Connecticut Sun Fans Can Expect From Saniya Rivers at Unrivaled Opener

Three Connecticut Sun players are quickly approaching their Unrivaled openers, marking the start of the second annual Unrivaled seasons. Last year, the league saw great success and started to gain a substantial amount of traction.

Golden State Valkyries News / Bleacher Report / January 3

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Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 3

How Mercury's Taurasi And More Won Significant College Award

The NCAA's Most Outstanding Player (MOP) is given to the player who has an excellent performance during the NCAA tournament. For men's basketball, the award dates back to 1939, and Jimmy Hull won it.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 3

Mercury's Thomas Ready For Second Unrivaled Season

Alyssa Thomas was one of the players who participated in Unrivaled's first season, and she had a successful debut. Her rebounding skills were on display, as she averaged 11.5 in that area.

Indiana Fever News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / January 3

WNBA Analyst Misses Mark with Caitlin Clark Team USA World Cup Take

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark was one of many current women's basketball stars who took part in the Team USA training camp in Durham, North Carolina, last month.

WNBA News / Connecticut Sun On SI / January 3

What Napheesa Collier's Absence Means for Connecticut Sun Players During Unrivaled

Unrivaled is rounding the corner to its second annual season, scheduled to begin on Jan. 5. Co-founded by WNBA icons Napheesa Collier (Minnesota Lynx) and Breanna Stewart (New York Liberty), the recent news of Collier's absence in the league this year was rather shocking.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 3

How Mercury's Williams Won A Championship In College

It is an exciting time in women's college basketball, and things are about to get even more interesting. It has been a great year, and now, conference games are underway.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 3

Why Phoenix Was Not Involved In Award Races In 2023

The Phoenix Mercury struggled in 2023, and by the end of the season, they had a record of 9-31. They started the season with a loss, as the Los Angeles Sparks beat them 94-71.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 3

Why The Mercury's Overtime Wins Helped Them Win It All

The Phoenix Mercury had an amazing 2014 season. They finished the season with a record of 29-5, and after displaying their dominance during the regular season, they kept their momentum going during the playoffs.

WNBA News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 3

Looking At Phoenix's Season Series In 2023

The Phoenix Mercury's 2023 season was not one of the team's best moments. They had one of their worst seasons, as they finished with a record of 9-31. Phoenix made the playoffs the year before, but the team took a step in the wrong direction.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 3

How Mercury's Bass and More Made History

The Phoenix Mercury have had players from some of the most prestigious schools, and they made a name for themselves in their time in Phoenix. Phoenix has had players from Baylor, UConn and others, and Duke is also a part of that legacy.

Dallas Wings News / Swish Appeal / January 3

2026 WNBA Mock Draft 1.0: Dallas Wings go with upside at No. 1 in this first-round scenario

The 2026 WNBA Draft is shaping up to be a difficult one to project—not just because of the talent of the draft class, but also because most teams currently only have a few players under contract.

Minnesota Lynx News / Canis Hoopus / January 2

Lynx Players Preparing for Start of Unrivaled Season

With the start of the new year, that means its time for the start of another Unrivaled season in Miami. Unrivaled, which was co-founded by Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier and New York Liberty star Breanna Stewart, will tip off its second season on Jan.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / January 2

Aliyah Boston’s Words of Wisdom Make Impact at Team USA Training Camp

Indiana Fever fans were extremely grateful to see their beloved young superstars Aliyah Boston and Caitlin Clark take their talents to Durham. North Carolina, last month, to compete in a Team USA training camp.

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Leila Lacan Proved To Be Just What Connecticut Sun Needed After Mid Season Pickup

If there is one thing the Connecticut Sun needs going into the 2026 season it’s a strong foundation among the players. After struggling badly in 2025, only bringing home 11 wins, the future of the program was in critical condition, until they picked up Laila Lacan who made her rookie WNBA debut for the team on July 6th against the Las Vegas Aces.

Minnesota Lynx News / Beyond Women's Sports / January 1

Napheesa Collier to Miss the 2026 Unrivaled Season due to Ankle Injury

It was announced on Thursday, New Year’s Day, that one of the co-founders of Unrivaled, Napheesa Collier, will miss the 2026 Unrivaled season due to injuries in both of her ankles and will undergo surgery.

Minnesota Lynx News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / January 1

Unrivaled Suffers Another Star Power Hit as Napheesa Collier Misses Season

The Unrivaled women's basketball league is tipping off its second season on January 5. Yet, the league was dealt a tough blow before games even began, as news broke on January 1 that Minnesota Lynx star and Unrivaled co-founder Napheesa Collier would be missing the entire season.

Connecticut Sun News / Connecticut Sun On SI / January 1

Connecticut Sun’s Future Burns Bright Behind Three Cornerstones

With Marina Mabrey, Saniya Rivers, and Aneesah Morrow emerging as the franchise’s new cornerstones, the Sun are entering a chapter defined by skill diversity, defensive intensity, and untapped upside.

Indiana Fever News / Larry Brown Sports / January 1

Caitlin Clark brings up interview blunder to troll Sophie Cunningham

Caitlin Clark sneaked in a hilarious shot at her Indiana Fever teammate Sophie Cunningham just before the calendar flipped to 2026. In an Instagram Story post on Wednesday night, Clark shared a screenshot of a postgame Cunningham interview and wrote, “I love a fresh of breath air,” a reference that many Fever fans would immediately recognize.