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Caitlin Clark Hit With Stern Warning From Fever Teammates

The WNBA preseason has finally arrived for Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever. They have back-to-back games against the Washington Mystics on Saturday and the Brazil national team on Sunday as they prepare for their highly-anticipated season opener against Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky on May 17.

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Sky's Reese stars vs. Brazil in LSU homecoming

Angel Reese had 15 points and 10 rebounds, helping the Sky to a rousing 89-62 exhibition victory over the Brazilian national team on Friday night in her return to LSU.

WNBA News / Larry Brown Sports / May 2

Becky Hammon comments on possible NBA return in wake of Gregg Popovich news

The former WNBA All-Star Hammon, 48, previously served on Popovich’s NBA staff in San Antonio from 2014-21.

Gregg Popovich issues statement on his retirement decision

New Spurs coach could be on the hot seat right away

Legendary Hall of Fame athletes who only played for one franchise

The 'NBA head coaches all-time leaders in wins' quiz

WNBA News / Field Level Media / May 2

Becky Hammon salutes mentor Gregg Popovich, happy as WNBA coach

When Las Vegas Aces coach Becky Hammon heard Friday that Gregg Popovich will no longer be head coach of the San Antonio Spurs, she immediately felt the emotions churning.

Connecticut Huskies News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'No. 1 overall WNBA Draft picks' quiz

Since its inception in 1997, the WNBA has seen 28 draft picks go first overall, counting the inaugural season's Elite draft, which selected already graduated players who had already been playing professionally on other American teams or overseas. How many of these 28 players can you name?

The 'WNBA MVP award winners' quiz

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The 'WNBA single season scoring leaders' quiz

WNBA News / Dice City Sports / May 2

Aces work out the kinks in preseason win over Wings

And we’re off! The WNBA preseason has started with the Las Vegas Aces taking on the Dallas Wings at Notre Dame. The championship caliber Aces took advantage of the mismatch against the young, rookie-filled Dallas Wings in the first quarter going up 18 to 10 with 3:10 left in the first quarter.

Chicago Sky News / Athlon Sports / May 2

Chicago Sky's Unexpected Plan For Angel Reese in 2025 WNBA Season Revealed

After falling to the No. 7 pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft, Angel Reese proved many people wrong during her rookie season with the Chicago Sky. Averaging 13.6 points and 13.1 rebounds per game, Reese, like she was at LSU, became a double-double machine.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / May 2

WNBA Sends Message to Paige Bueckers After First Basket in Wings-Aces

Paige Bueckers was selected No. 1 overall by the Dallas Wings in the 2025 WNBA Draft on April 14. Several weeks later, she has officially made her WNBA preseason debut.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / May 2

Wings Coach Makes Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers Statement Before WNBA Preseason

The Dallas Wings selected guard Paige Bueckers with the first overall pick last month, and on Friday night, she took the court for the first time as a WNBA player.

Chicago Sky News / Athlon Sports / May 2

Chicago Sky Coach Sends 4-Word Message Before Angel Reese's LSU Return

Chicago Sky general manager Jeff Pagliocca made several major changes to the roster this offseason. After the franchise let go of head coach Teresa Weatherspoon and replaced her with Tyler Marsh, the new regime has been finding ways to build around budding star forward Angel Reese.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / May 2

Caitlin Clark’s First Post After Injury Announcement

It didn't take long for Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark to adjust from college basketball to the WNBA. In her rookie season, the former Iowa Hawkeyes star averaged 19.2 points, 5.7 rebounds and 8.4 assists, winning Rookie of the Year and being named to the All-WNBA first team.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / May 2

Kelsey Mitchell Called Out Caitlin Clark Before Injury Scare

Indiana Fever's backcourt duo of Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell is set to start their second WNBA season together on May 17. But before then, the Fever will play in three preseason games, one of which will be at Carver-Hawkeye Arena, the home of Clark's Iowa Hawkeyes, against the Brazil National Team on Sunday.

Las Vegas Aces News / The Lead / May 2

Aces Face the Same Expectations with a Different Reality

After falling short of their quest to three-peat in 2024, the Las Vegas Aces face familiar expectations in the 2025 WNBA season. However, their reality in 2025 is very different.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / May 2

Fever Announce Concerning Caitlin Clark Injury News Ahead of WNBA Preseason Opener

The Indiana Fever have been intensifying their practices this week as training camp heats up. On Saturday, they’ll kick off their preseason against the Washington Mystics, with many eyes on the team, which is regarded as one of the most intriguing squads entering the 2025 season.

Los Angeles Sparks News / Athlon Sports / May 2

Los Angeles Sparks Cut Two of Cameron Brink’s Teammates on Friday

The Los Angeles Sparks have begun making roster changes ahead of their first preseason matchup against the Golden State Valkyries on Tuesday. On Thursday

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / May 2

WNBA Legend Lisa Leslie Reveals Why She's 'So Proud' of Caitlin Clark

For basketball Hall of Famer Lisa Leslie, the arrival of Caitlin Clark into the WNBA surely feels a bit familiar. Leslie had been a star at USC, a three-time

WNBA News / Beyond Women's Sports / May 2

2025 WNBA Preseason Matchup: Dallas’ Wings vs. Las Vegas Aces

For the first time in league history, preseason games will be televised; the league announced this on Monday, April 28. The preseason matchup between the Dallas Wings and Las Vegas Aces will be televised free on WNBA League Pass and ION tonight at 7:00 pm ET.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / May 2

Caitlin Clark's Teammate Dealt Heartbreaking Personal News Before Season

After a whirlwind rookie campaign that saw Caitlin Clark rewrite the WNBA record books, the Indiana Fever enter their 2025 preseason with optimism. Last

New York Liberty News / Athlon Sports / May 2

New York Liberty Add Sponsorship Partner with Namesake Insurance

Leave it to the New York Liberty to make a solid partnership deal with another company that bears their name. Yes, indeed, the Liberty are joining forces with Liberty Mutual.

Los Angeles Sparks News / Hardwood Heroics / May 2

'She Will Be Back Better': Kelsey Plum Gives Message To Georgia Amore After Getting An ACL Injury

Los Angeles Sparks star Kelsey Plum gave her words of encouragement to rookie Georgia Amoore, who suffered an ACL injury in practice with the Washington Mystics.

WNBA News / Hardwood Heroics / May 2

'A Fadeaway From Phee': Aliyah Boston Reveals One Skill From Napheesa Collier That She Would Like To Steal

Indiana Fever power forward Aliyah Boston got honest about one skill she would gladly “steal” from another WNBA player. In a recent interview, Aliiyah Bsootn was asked what skill she is particularly proud of, and what she would want to “steal” from another player in the WNBA.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / May 1

WNBPA taking aggressive approach in CBA negotiations

The Women's National Basketball Players Association sees now as the time to get a new collective bargaining agreement done. The WNBPA opted out of the current CBA last fall, so both sides are now on the clock when it comes to a new deal.

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / May 1

Key Aces player goes down with injury

The new-look bench for the Las Vegas Aces is already being tested before games have even been played. On Thursday, the team announced that center Megan Gustafson has suffered a lower left leg injury and will be sidelined indefinitely.

Los Angeles Sparks News / Dice City Sports / May 1

Wilson finally reveals feelings on Plum’s departure

One of the biggest moves of the WNBA offseason was former Aces guard Kelsey Plum being delt to the Los Angeles Sparks in a three-team deal bringing former Seattle Storm star Jewell Loyd to the Aces in exchange for the No.

Indiana Fever News / Yardbarker / April 30