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Mystics hope their close-game magic resurfaces vs. Sparks

The Washington Mystics have been living on the edge recently, but it has been worth it. The Mystics will attempt to secure their first four-game winning streak of the season, by narrow margin or not, when they visit the Los Angeles Sparks on Tuesday night.

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Caitlin Clark Directly Addresses Aliyah Boston Decision

Indiana Fever celebrated a big-time win on Sunday as the team rallied past the Dallas Wings 102-83 to go above .500 on the season with a record of 11-10.

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WNBA News / Athlon Sports / July 14

Angel Reese's Exchange With Lynx Star Before Sky Game Caught on Camera

Angel Reese will be looking to keep her hot streak going on Monday when the Chicago Sky host the league-best Minnesota Lynx at Wintrust Arena. The Sky pulled off an upset win against Napheesa Collier and Co.

Atlanta Dream News / Athlon Sports / July 14

Atlanta Dream Dealt Unfortunate News on Monday

The Atlanta Dream have impressed much of the WNBA community this season, led by Brittney Griner, Allisha Gray and Rhyne Howard. Atlanta has proven to be a WNBA title contender, placing themselves in similar conversations with the Minnesota Lynx, New York Liberty and Phoenix Mercury.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / July 14

Fever Coach Stephanie White Challenges Caitlin Clark

The Indiana Fever have been rolling as of late, winning two straight games. Indiana recently defeated Paige Bueckers and the Dallas Wings 102-83. Before the win over the Wings, the fever defeated Brittney Griner and the Atlanta Dream.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / July 14

Fever hope to build on winning streak against Sun at TD Garden

Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever are looking to find their stride when they face the Connecticut Sun on Tuesday night in Boston. The contest is being played at TD Garden due to Clark's star power.

Los Angeles Sparks News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / July 14

Sparks Star Rickea Jackson Praises Kelsey Plum, Plus Her Perfect WNBA Tunnel Fit

Los Angeles Sparks second-year star guard Rickea Jackson is no stranger to making fashion statements since she arrived in the WNBA. And she isn't shy about sharing her affinity for style either.

Dream's Howard out rest of July with knee injury

Dream star Rhyne Howard will be sidelined for the rest of July after being diagnosed with a left knee injury. An All-Star this season, Howard is averaging 16.5 points, 5.0 rebounds, 4.5 assists and 1.7 steals.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / July 14

WNBA Celebrates Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese in Post on Monday

The Chicago Sky are now 7-13 after winning two consecutive contests against the Dallas Wings and Minnesota Lynx. They are also in 10th place in the 2025 WNBA standings, just 3.0 games outside of the playoff picture near the season's halfway point.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / July 14

Kelsey Mitchell Sends Clear Message to Aliyah Boston After Personal News

At 11-10 and third in the Eastern Conference, the Indiana Fever are riding a hot streak, having not only claimed the 2025 Commissioner's Cup but also won five of their last seven games, including back-to-back victories over the past week.

Chicago Sky News / Athlon Sports / July 14

Chicago Sky Star Shares Strong Angel Reese Message After Making WNBA History

The Chicago Sky defeated the Minnesota Lynx 87-81 on Saturday inside Wintrust Arena in Chicago. Chicago’s All-Star forward Angel Reese put up a 19-point and 11-rebound double-double.

Dallas Wings News / ESPN / July 14

Waiver wire: Li Yueru making a statement in Dallas

Li Yueru has enjoyed a resuregence as part of a young Dallas Wings roster, while Sami Whitcomb continues to produce for the Phoenix Mercury.

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Caitlin Clark Issues Strong Comment on Indiana Fever After Beating Paige Bueckers, Dallas Wings

The Indiana Fever defeated the Dallas Wings 103-82 on Sunday at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Indiana All-Star guard Caitlin Clark got off to a quick start by scoring seven points with 6:34 left in the first quarter.

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

Sparks' Kelsey Plum Speaks on Difficulties Adjusting to New-Look Backcourt

Los Angeles has continued to retool its roster over recent weeks — specifically with a plethora of backcourt moves. The Sparks signed guard Julie Vanloo on June 3, just days after Vanloo and now-Sparks teammate Julie Allemand won theirsecond consecutive FIBA EuroBasket crownin a 67-65 victory over Spain.

WNBA News / Los Angeles Sparks on SI / July 14

Sparks' Coach Lynne Roberts Challenges Team After Loss to Sky's Angel Reese

Following a loss to Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky on June 29, Sparks' first-year head coach Lynne Roberts was brutally honest. At the time, the defeat marked Los Angeles' fifth straight home loss — a streak that's continued into mid-July.

WNBA News / Beyond Women's Sports / July 14

Athletes Unlimited Basketball Reveals Talented Opening Roster

All things considered, Athletes Unlimited Basketball was a successful season in Nashville this year. What’s more, the roster was loaded with plenty of WNBA talent, and that will be the case in 2026.

Mercury’s Alyssa Thomas earns bold title in WNBA player poll

PHOENIX — Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas has been given a new distinction from her peers in the WNBA — the league’s biggest trash-talker. The Athletic’s Sabreena Merchant and Ben Pickman conducted an anonymous survey with approximately 40 veterans from all 13 teams on topics related to the league.