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Phoenix Mercury welcomes overseas players for opportunities

PHOENIX — With the start of Phoenix Mercury’s training camp this week, Phoenix has welcomed players from all over including overseas standouts Monique Akoa-Makani and Alexis Prince.

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Aliyah Boston Shares Honest Thoughts on Caitlin Clark’s New Photos

Training camps are taking place across the WNBA, and the Indiana Fever seem bullish on what they have going for them this season. They went 20-20 last season and were swept in the first round of the playoffs by the Connecticut Sun during Ciatlin Clark's rookie season.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / May 1

Caitlin Clark’s Former Teammate Gabbie Marshall Sends Strong Message to Indiana Fever Star

In 2024, the Indiana Fever's Caitlin Clark became the first rookie in 16 years named to the All-WNBA First Team and was crowned Kia WNBA Rookie of the

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / May 1

Caitlin Clark Sends Strong 6-Word Message Ahead of Year 2 With Fever

The WNBA season is nearly here, and with preseason tipping off this weekend, excitement is sky-high—especially for Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark.

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?

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WNBA News / Athlon Sports / May 1

Angel Reese Had No Words to Caitlin Clark’s Teammate's New Post

Indiana Fever guard Lexie Hull and her fiancé, Will Matthiessen, just celebrated five years together. On Thursday afternoon, the athlete celebrated this milestone with a photo dump on Instagram, sharing a bunch of sweet and candid moments from their relationship over the years. “I love this life with you ," the 25-year-old wrote in the caption.

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.

Chicago Sky News / Athlon Sports / May 1

LSU’s Angel Reese and Hailey Van Lith Return to Baton Rouge for Chicago Sky Preseason Game

Tomorrow night at 8 p.m. CT, LSU will welcome a WNBA Preseason Game featuring the Chicago Sky and the Brazil National Team at the PMAC, marking the return of LSU's own Angel Reese to Baton Rouge.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / May 1

Caitlin Clark Reacts to Exciting Message From Indiana Fever Coach

In January, the Indiana Fever announced a historic preseason tilt at the University of Iowa's Carver-Hawkeye Arena set to take place this weekend. Tickets

New York Liberty News / Athlon Sports / May 1

New York Liberty Hoping for Rebound Season From Rebekah Gardner

It has been a long and winding road for New York Liberty player Rebekah Gardner, who has dealt with injuries. But Gardner showed up ready to go when the Liberty started preseason workouts.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / May 1

Caitlin Clark Sends Clear Message on What Fever Were Missing During Her Rookie Year

Following a season that saw them reach the WNBA playoffs for the first time since 2016, Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever have their sights set on a title push in 2025.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / May 1

Indiana Fever Sends Iowa 4-Word Message Ahead of Caitlin Clark's Return

Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa, was the ground floor for the massive spike in popularity that women's basketball has experienced over the last

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / May 1

Ticket Prices for Caitlin Clark’s Iowa Return Set New Record for Fever Star

There is plenty of evidence that supports the "Caitlin Clark effect," but the average ticket price for the Indiana Fever star's return to Iowa City is one of the most stunning examples yet.

Atlanta Dream News / The Lead / May 1

Karl Smesko Has Dream Setup Following 2025 Draft

Although the new season has not started, an early award season may nominate the Atlanta Dream for winning the off-season and getting a steal in the 2025 draft.

Las Vegas Aces News / The Lead / May 1

Will Las Vegas Aces’ New Rookies Make the Final Roster?

It’s no secret that one of the hardest things to do in the WNBA is actually make a roster. Each WNBA team holds just 12 roster spots, making the weeks between the WNBA Draft and the beginning of the regular season the most bittersweet.

Las Vegas Aces News / ESPN / May 1

Aces C Gustafson (leg) sidelined indefinitely

Las Vegas Aces center Megan Gustafson will be sidelined indefinitely with an injury to her lower left leg, the team announced Thursday.

Washington Mystics News / Field Level Media / May 1

Mystics F Aaliyah Edwards (back) out two weeks

Washington Mystics forward Aaliyah Edwards will be sidelined at least two weeks with a low-back contusion, the team announced Thursday. Edwards, 22, averaged 7.6 points, 5.6 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 34 games (17 starts) as a rookie last season.

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.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / May 1

Phoenix Mercury leadership confident team chemistry won’t be an issue in 2025

PHOENIX — One of the main themes in Phoenix Mercury’s media day was how the team plans to build chemistry with so many new faces joining the core, something team leadership is confident won’t be an issue.

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / May 1

Aces waive forward Jordyn Jenkins

The Las Vegas Aces have been busy this offseason with roster moves to achieve a championship caliber squad. On Wednesday, the team announced that they waived Jordyn Jenkins.

Indiana Fever News / Yardbarker / April 30

Fever's Caitlin Clark setting high bar heading into 2025 season

After a slew of big offseason moves, expectations are high for the Indiana Fever heading into the 2025 season.

Fever coach has strong opinion about Clark's costly $1 million decision

Clark checked off 'bucket list' moment before 2025 WNBA season

Brianna Turner raves about Fever for media day positivity with Clark

Mystics 2025 first-round pick's season in doubt after concerning injury

Angel Reese reportedly will have 'modified role' for Sky in 2025

Washington Mystics News / The Lead / May 1

Sykes, Dolson the Anchors of the New Mystics Era

The new era in Washington started with a change of leadership. A new general manager and head coach were hired, Ariel Atkins was traded, and Elena Delle Donne retired, moving up to the front office.

WNBA News / FirstSportz / April 30

Brianna Turner raves about Indiana Fever for media day positivity with Caitlin Clark

Breanna Turner was steadfast in her appreciation for her new team following their media day obligations.

The 'WNBA all-time rookie scoring leaders' quiz

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / April 30

Kahleah Copper to be her own natural leader for the Phoenix Mercury in 2025

PHOENIX — Kahleah Copper spoke with the media this morning about how she wants to be her own version of a leader for the Phoenix Mercury this season and how she is balancing her career on and off the court.

Washington Mystics News / Yardbarker / April 30