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Angel Reese and the Atlanta Dream kept their championship hopes alive on Thursday, taking down Gabby Williams and the Golden State Valkyries 80-69 in Game 6 of the 2026 WNBA Finals.

Alyssa Thomas News / HerSportsNation / September 26

Alyssa Thomas sends message after Phoenix’s playoff heartbreak

On September 25, 2026, Alyssa Thomas played her last game of the season. Last year, the Phoenix Mercury came close to winning the league; this year, they haven’t even made the playoffs.

Alyssa Thomas News / HerSportsNation / September 26

'I’m not the coach': Alyssa Thomas separates herself from future Mercury changes

Alyssa Thomas has spent her entire career as one of the WNBA’s most vocal and demanding leaders. On Friday, she drew a clear line. Asked whether there

Atlanta Dream News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most WNBA double-doubles' quiz

How many of the WNBA players to record 20 double-doubles in a single regular season can you name in five minutes?

The 'WNBA leading scorers by season' quiz

The 'WNBA Finals MVPs' quiz

The 'WNBA MVPs' quiz

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / September 23

Indiana Fever's Caitlin Clark Has an Alyssa Thomas Problem

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark has the chance to make history this 2026 WNBA season, but Phoenix Mercury star Alyssa Thomas remains the biggest obstacle to her doing so.

NBA News / Burn City Sports / September 23

Former Suns star Kevin Durant doesn’t want the noise to overshadow the WNBA

HOUSTON — Former Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant has spent much of his career navigating the noise that comes with being one of basketball’s most recognizable players.

Alyssa Thomas News / Athlon Sports / September 22

Phoenix Mercury's Alyssa Thomas Message Involves Caitlin Clark

The Phoenix Mercury couldn’t help but flex their superstar Alyssa Thomas after the sensational performance she had on Monday. The team even mentioned Caitlin Clark and other WNBA stars to further highlight how great Thomas has been throughout her career.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / September 19

Alyssa Thomas Loses Spot to Indiana Fever Star Caitlin Clark

Caitlin Clark delivered a strong performance on Friday against the Toronto Tempo. The Indiana Fever star helped lead the team to its third straight win.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / September 5

Alyssa Thomas Loses Team USA Record to Caitlin Clark

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark set a number of records in her FIBA World Cup debut with Team USA. After posting 14 points and 11 assists in the team’s 94-61 win over China, Clark became the first player in the tournament’s history to have at least 10 assists without a single turnover.

Phoenix Mercury News / Athlon Sports / August 23

Alyssa Thomas Reacts to Unwanted Mercury News

Alyssa Thomas and the Phoenix Mercury are in the midst of a tough season. They sit 12th in the standings with a 13-24 record and have already been eliminated from playoff contention with still seven games left on the schedule.

Phoenix Mercury News / Athlon Sports / August 23

WNBA Makes Alyssa Thomas Announcement After Phoenix Mercury Loss

Alyssa Thomas failed to lead the Phoenix Mercury past the Atlanta Dream on Saturday, as they lost 99-89. Despite that, Thomas made history in the game.

Phoenix Mercury News / EssentiallySports / August 23

'Accustomed To Being At The Top': Alyssa Thomas Voices Disappointment After Mercury Face Elimination on Her Historic Night

From last year’s runner-up to now starring on an already-eliminated side, Phoenix Mercury’s Alyssa Thomas is experiencing the brutal lows of the WNBA at 34 for the first time in her career.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / August 23

WNBA to Punish Alyssa Thomas After Unfortunate Development

The Phoenix Mercury lost to the Atlanta Dream on Saturday, 99-89. Making matters worse, Alyssa Thomas got in trouble with the referees during the game.

Phoenix Mercury News / EssentiallySports / August 16

'Focused On Playing Games': Alyssa Thomas Opens Up About Her Conversations With Kelsey Plum About Staying in Phoenix During Free Agency

The Phoenix Mercury acquired Kelsey Plum from the Los Angeles Sparks in August in a move that sent Monique Akoa Makani along with two draft picks to Los Angeles, in one of the biggest blockbuster trades of the season.

WNBA News / Burn City Sports / August 7

Sun honor Alyssa Thomas’ legacy, impact she still carries in Phoenix

UNCASVILLE — The toughness, competitiveness, and grit Alyssa Thomas brought to Phoenix were forged over 11 years with the Connecticut Sun, and on Friday, she was honored for the legacy she left.

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The 'Most CFP Top-25 appearances' quiz

The '1,500-point, 150-block seasons' quiz

The 'Most QB wins in a season' quiz

The 'Active 3-rushing-TD NFL games' quiz

WNBA News / Yardbarker / July 3

Caitlin Clark addresses controversy regarding Alyssa Thomas, officiating

The Indiana Fever and Phoenix Mercury were at the center of the WNBA season's biggest controversy.

Alyssa Thomas makes concerning revelation about Clark incident

Fever HC defends Thomas after Clark saga

Atlanta Dream stars snubbed as WNBA reveals ASG starters

Angel Reese slams WNBA for All-Star snubs: ‘Slap in the face’

Aces survive Sky in OT

WNBA News / Yardbarker / July 2

Fever HC defends Alyssa Thomas after Caitlin Clark saga

HC Stephanie White knows Thomas pretty well. She coached her with the Connecticut Sun for two years.

Thomas makes concerning revelation about Clark incident

WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert releases statement after Thomas call-out

Three Fever players named starters for the All-Star Game

Atlanta Dream stars snubbed as WNBA reveals ASG starters

Mystics commit whopping 28 turnovers but still rally past Dream

A'ja Wilson's status unclear as the Aces prepare for Sky

WNBA News / Yardbarker / July 2

Alyssa Thomas makes concerning revelation about Caitlin Clark incident

It's been a week since Alyssa Thomas and Caitlin Clark got tangled up in a bit of a heated situation. Now, Thomas is speaking out.

WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert releases statement after Alyssa Thomas call-out

Former Caitlin Clark teammate doesn't take her side in latest controversy

New angle of Caitlin Clark-Alyssa Thomas incident looks way worse

The 'WNBA MVPs' quiz

WNBA News / Yardbarker / June 30

WNBA commissioner releases statement after Alyssa Thomas call-out

WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert releases statement after Alyssa Thomas call-out

WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert responded after Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas criticized her on Tuesday.

Thomas says she has gotten death threats, slurs over Caitlin Clark incident

New angle of Clark-Thomas incident looks way worse

Former Clark teammate doesn't take her side in latest controversy

Indiana Fever make unfortunate Sophie Cunningham announcement

Liberty take down Aces for franchise's second Commissioner's Cup

WNBA News / Yardbarker / June 30

Former Caitlin Clark teammate doesn't take her side in latest controversy

Once again, Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark is in the eye of the storm.

Mercury HC Nate Tibbetts defends Alyssa Thomas following one-game suspension for Caitlin Clark incident

The 'WNBA MVPs' quiz

WNBA News / Yardbarker / June 28

Mercury HC defends Alyssa Thomas for Caitlin Clark incident

Mercury HC Nate Tibbetts defends Alyssa Thomas following one-game suspension for Caitlin Clark incident

Phoenix Mercury head coach Nate Tibbetts remains in the corner of forward Alyssa Thomas.

WNBA reveals punishment for Thomas after Clark incident

New angle of Clark-Thomas incident looks way worse

NFL legend urges Clark to leave WNBA

Stephanie White’s history with Thomas adds context to incident

Clark-less Fever demolish Sparks

Flau'jae Johnson's double-double drives Storm past Dream

WNBA News / Yardbarker / June 26

WNBA reveals punishment for Alyssa Thomas after Caitlin Clark incident

The league should do more to protect its most marketable star in Clark. She has often been tossed around like a rag doll in her first three seasons with the Fever.

Watch: Clark takes a painful shot to the throat during a wild sequence

'It’s absolutely egregious and utterly disrespectful': Stephanie White rips refs

NFL legend urges Clark to leave WNBA: 'Not being treated with any sort of respect'

Clark gets support from ex-WNBA star after Fever-Mercury controversy

Kahleah Copper gets back at Sophie Cunningham with pointed gesture

Surprising WNBA player ties all-time single-game scoring record

WNBA News / Yardbarker / June 25

If WNBA is serious about change, it should drop the hammer on Mercury's Alyssa Thomas after Caitlin Clark incident

It's well past time for the WNBA to stop letting Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas get away with cheap shots.

WNBA makes decision on Caitlin Clark's latest technical foul

Caitlin Clark gets support from ex-WNBA star after Fever-Mercury controversy

Watch: Caitlin Clark takes a painful shot to the throat during a wild sequence

Kahleah Copper appears to get back at Sophie Cunningham with a pointed gesture

The 'WNBA MVPs' quiz

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / May 19

Connecticut to honor Alyssa Thomas’ career and impact with the Sun

UNCASVILLE — Phoenix Mercury star Alyssa Thomas built a legacy in Connecticut, and later this season, her name will join many Sun greats. When the Mercury travel to face Connecticut on Aug.

WNBA News / Yardbarker / May 9

Aces make wrong kind of history in season opener

Aces make wrong kind of history while celebrating 2025 championship in season opener

Saturday began with a festive atmosphere for the Las Vegas Aces, yet by halftime of their season opener against the Phoenix Mercury, the party was over.

Rookie Jovana Nogic helps Mercury ruin Aces' title celebration

How Mercury’s Shay Ciezki plans to apply her biggest training camp lesson in the regular season

The 'WNBA Finals MVPs' quiz

The 'WNBA MVPs award' quiz

WNBA News / Yardbarker / April 20

Five WNBA players to watch in 2026

As the league celebrates its 30th year, here is our list of five players who will define the 2026 season.

Paige Bueckers sets the record straight on her overseas trip

Sophie Cunningham addresses decision against Caitlin Clark

Clark admits she must make one key adjustment for WNBA season

Clark had no words after big Fever move

Aliyah Boston's contract extension with Fever is a big win for WNBA

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / April 10

Alyssa Thomas finalizes return to Phoenix Mercury to run it back

One of the biggest pieces of the 2025 WNBA Finals run for the Mercury is staying in the Valley, as Alyssa Thomas has finalized a deal to return to Phoenix per ESPN’s Sean Hurd.