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Stephanie White’s Fired-Up Message to Fever After Beating Aces Without Caitlin Clark

The Indiana Fever were in dire need of a win on Thursday night. They entered their matchup against the Las Vegas Aces following back-to-back losses to the defending champs, the New York Liberty.

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Cameron Brink Posts 'Proof of Life' Update as Injury Recovery Goes Well

Los Angeles Sparks forward Cameron Brink may not be back on the court just yet, but her latest social media post has fans hopeful that her return is just around the corner.

Dallas Wings News / Athlon Sports / July 26

Dallas Wings Make Paige Bueckers Decision After 18th Loss of the Season

The Dallas Wings had a lot of momentum entering Friday’s matchup against the Golden State Valkyries. This is after Paige Bueckers and Co. blew out the Seattle Storm on Tuesday, 87-63, in their first game back following the WNBA All-Star break.

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Dallas Wings News / Athlon Sports / July 26

WNBA Used One Word to Describe Rookie Paige Bueckers After Wings' Loss

Paige Bueckers had it going again on Friday night as the Dallas Wings took on the Golden State Valkyries at Chase Center. The highly touted rookie led her team with 17 points on 7-of-15 from the field, along with six assists, one rebound, four steals and two three-pointers in the game.

WNBA News / The SportsRush / July 26

Angel Reese Reveals One Non-Negotiable Amid WNBA’s CBA Negotiations

The WNBA’s biggest stars took to the All-Star court in Indianapolis last weekend with a clear message — they want to be paid fairly. It’s been a topic of discussion for years, and with the league now bigger and more popular than ever, there’s no better time for change than now.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / July 26

Valkyries, minus Kayla Thornton, rally past Wings

Playing without leading scorer and rebounder Kayla Thornton, the Golden State Valkyries rallied in the second half to snap a three-game losing streak with an 86-76 win over the Dallas Wings on Friday in San Francisco.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / July 25

Caitlin Clark Earns Praise for What She Did While Recovering From Her Injury

While Caitlin Clark is currently sidelined for the Indiana Fever due to injury, it doesn't mean she has stopped making an impact on the team and the community.

Chicago Sky News / Athlon Sports / July 25

Chicago Sky Coach Tyler Marsh Calls Out Players After Worst Loss of the Season

The Chicago Sky did not have the services of Angel Reese on Thursday night against the Seattle Storm as the two-time All-Star sat out with a back injury.

WNBA News / Burn City Sports / July 25

Mercury’s early momentum falls short in loss against New York Liberty

BROOKLYN — The Phoenix Mercury couldn’t keep building off their momentum early on against the New York Liberty, falling 89-76 on Friday night. A Game Of Runs The Mercury started the game with an 8-0 run, with key three-pointers from Kahleah Copper and Monique Akoa Makani.

New York Liberty News / Field Level Media / July 25

Sabrina Ionescu nets 29 as Liberty rally past Mercury

Sabrina Ionescu scored a game-high 29 points -- including 12 in the crucial third quarter -- as the host New York Liberty rallied to defeat the Phoenix Mercury 89-76 on Friday night.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / July 25

Lynx remain undefeated at home with romp of Aces

Napheesa Collier scored a game-high 25 points Friday night and the Minnesota Lynx improved to 14-0 at home with a 109-78 rout of the Las Vegas Aces. Courtney Williams added 23 points and five assists for Minnesota (22-4), sinking 10 of 12 shots from the field.

Los Angeles Sparks News / Athlon Sports / July 25

Big Cameron Brink News Emerges on Friday Amid 402-Day Injury Absence

As of writing, the Los Angeles Sparks are 1.5 games outside the playoff picture in the WNBA. They currently have a 10-14 record and are 10th in the league, but a string of wins could suddenly propel them to a playoff spot for the first time since 2020.

Chicago Sky News / Athlon Sports / July 25

'Not That I Need the Money': Angel Reese Speaks Candidly on WNBA's Salary Problem

One of the biggest issues hounding the WNBA this season has been the negotiations surrounding a new Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) — and the threat of a potential lockout if no agreement is reached.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / July 25

Sue Bird Gushes Over 'Hard Launch' of Paige Bueckers Relationship

It’s long been rumored, but only in the past month has it become quasi-official that Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers is in a relationship with her former teammate at Connecticut, Azzi Fudd.

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WNBA News / Athlon Sports / July 25

Lexie Hull News Emerges Before Chicago Sky Game

The Indiana Fever are set to face the Chicago Sky in their next matchup, with all eyes in the WNBA community pointed toward the league rivalry. Indiana is coming off a victory against the Las Vegas Aces, looking to maintain a postseason position in head coach Stephanie White's first season back.

Las Vegas Aces News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / July 25

A'ja Wilson Shoves WNBA All-Star to Ground in Physical Aces vs Lynx Exchange

Las Vegas Aces superstar and reigning WNBA MVP A'ja Wilson is surely fed up with her team's form this season. After their July 24 defeat to the Indiana Fever, the Aces now have a 12-12 record and are facing the league-leading Minnesota Lynx on Friday.

Los Angeles Sparks News / Los Angeles Sparks on SI / July 25

Sparks Notes: Cameron Brink Nears Return, Fever Star Fined $500 After Calling Out Refs

On Wednesday afternoon, ahead of Thursday's win over the Sun, Los Angeles Sparks' star forward Cameron Brink — injured since 2024 following an ACL tear last June — was upgraded from 'out' to 'questionable,' per Real Sports.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / July 25

Fever's Sophie Cunningham Rising Up WNBA Three-Point Ranks Amidst Hot Streak

Sophie Cunningham's first year in Indiana didn't kick off with a bang -- something the eighth-year guard has candidly acknowledged throughout the season.

Indiana Fever News / Field Level Media / July 25

Caitlin Clark rookie card sells for record $660k

Even in an injury-plagued season, Caitlin Clark's impact off the court remains large after her rookie trading card sold for $660,000 at a Fanatics Collect auction this week.

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / July 24

Aces snap a three-game win streak with 80-70 loss

The Las Vegas Aces (12-12) hit the road to hunt for a third straight win against the Indiana Fever (13-12). Las Vegas came out early in the first quarter with a quiet lead, 2-0.

WNBA News / Burn City Sports / July 24

Brittney Griner receives emotional homecoming from Mercury and fans

PHOENIX — Brittney Griner received an emotional welcome home Wednesday night as she returned to Phoenix for the first time since signing with the Atlanta Dream.

Indiana Fever News / Yardbarker / July 25

All-Star will be key for Fever after troubling Caitlin Clark news

Three-time All-Star will be key to Fever weathering troubling Caitlin Clark injury update

Following a troubling injury update, Caitlin Clark isn't coming back to rescue the Indiana Fever anytime soon.

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Sky hit new low after embarrassing blowout loss to Storm

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Brittney Griner receives emotional homecoming from Mercury and fans

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / July 24

Aces head back on the road for another back-to-back series

The Las Vegas Aces are back on the road to take on the Indiana Fever on Thursday, July 24 at 4pm PT. The game will be televised on ION and locally on Vegas 34.

WNBA News / Burn City Sports / July 24

Phoenix Mercury open crucial road trip against New York Liberty

BROOKLYN — The Phoenix Mercury look to bounce back from Wednesday’s loss as they open a five-game road trip against the New York Liberty on Friday. Phoenix Preview The Mercury fell to the Atlanta Dream on July 23, losing 90-79 in their first game back from the All-Star break.

Indiana Fever News / Larry Brown Sports / July 23