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Project B Adopts Olympic Gender Policy as WNBA Deliberates
The planned global basketball league will follow IOC and FIBA guidelines for its January launch, while the WNBA continues internal discussions on eligibility rules.
Dawn Staley Says WNBA's Growing Pains Are a Sign of Success
The Hall of Famer draws a direct parallel to the NBA's early growth era as viewership climbs 17 percent above last season's record.
Diana Taurasi to Kelsey Plum: 'Where Else Would You Rather Be?'
Taurasi's recruiting pitch to keep Plum in Phoenix beyond 2026 came after the guard's 20-point debut against Chicago.
WNBA Transgender Debate Grows With No Trans Player Ever in the League
Sophie Cunningham's comments about protecting women's sports sparked a national debate — despite no openly transgender woman ever playing in the WNBA.
Fever Coach White Confronts Critics, Team Rallies Behind Her
Indiana Fever coach Stephanie White delivered a forceful defense of her leadership before Tuesday's 106-92 win over the New York Liberty, drawing support from Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham.
Malonga Snaps Storm's 11-Game Skid With 26-Point Effort
Dominique Malonga posted 26 points and 10 rebounds to lead Seattle past Chicago 97-88, ending an 11-game losing streak.
Hammon Sits Wilson, Young and Gray, Blasts WNBA for Sub-24-Hour Turnaround
A'ja Wilson, Jackie Young and Chelsea Gray all sat out Sunday's nationally televised game against New York after Las Vegas played in Minnesota the day before.
Stewart Powers Liberty to 16-12 Record in WNBA Playoff Push
Breanna Stewart's consistent play has New York winning tough games and building a credible case as a WNBA title contender.
Mystics Win Fourth Straight, Top Wings 81-75
Washington's first four-game winning streak of the season came July 31 with an 81-75 victory over Dallas.
Rodgers, Cunningham and Clark Face Backlash for Speech and Silence
NFL quarterback Aaron Rodgers and WNBA guard Sophie Cunningham drew criticism for speaking out on divisive issues, while teammate Caitlin Clark faced scrutiny for staying silent.
Athletes Seek Ownership Stakes as Investors Prize Reputation Over Capital
The number of athletes acquiring ownership stakes in professional sports teams is rising, with investors targeting community ties and influence over financial contributions.
Liberty Win Fifth of Last Six Games Behind Stewart, Jones
Breanna Stewart scored 24 points and Jonquel Jones added 20 as New York beat Seattle 95-83 on Monday night
Mitchell Moves to Sixth All-Time in WNBA Three-Pointers as Indy Wins Fifth Straight
Kelsey Mitchell's 26-point game pushed her to sixth all-time in WNBA three-pointers, fueling Indiana's five-game winning streak.
A'ja Wilson Claims Her Spot in the WNBA GOAT Debate
Wilson said she has considered herself the greatest since '96, the year the WNBA was founded.
Fever Win Fourth Straight as Clark, Mitchell Combine for 60
Caitlin Clark scored 32 points and Kelsey Mitchell added 28 as Indiana defeated Seattle 105-92, the Fever's longest winning streak in seven years.
Liberty Edge Sparks 88-84 as Ionescu's Late Three Seals Road Win
Sabrina Ionescu scored 27 points, including a clutch step-back three with 1:12 left, as New York improved to 18-5 and held off Los Angeles.
WNBA Commissioner Dodges Contract Question During League's Growth Push
Cathy Engelbert's non-answer on her future creates uncertainty as the WNBA chases a media rights deal expected to far exceed its current $60 million annual agreement.
Jones Wins WNBA Finals MVP in Chicago—and Her Next Contract Just Got a Lot Richer
New York Liberty forward Jonquel Jones dominated the championship series, delivered the franchise's first title and earned Finals MVP honors.
WNBA Smashes Attendance Record — League Valuations Are Next
The WNBA topped 1.1 million fans at midseason 2026, a 12 percent jump over the previous record, and franchise valuations are already moving.
WNBA's Season 30 Championship Chain Goes Viral, Driving League's Surging Value
The WNBA's championship chain became a viral sensation in Chicago, reflecting the league's booming cultural and commercial appeal.
Jonquel Jones Gets SC Top 10 Chain — And Her $412K Contract Looks Like Grand Larceny
Jonquel Jones hit a game-winning three with 2.1 seconds left, earned ESPN's SportsCenter Top 10 chain and is still making just $412,000 a year.
Courtney Williams' 22-Point Half Lifts Sky Past Liberty — and Her Next Contract
The veteran guard hit five three-pointers and added four assists, giving Chicago a critical 15-point cushion over New York.
A'ja Wilson's Age Shock at Olivia Miles Shows WNBA's New Wave
The two-time MVP's surprise at Miles being just 22 spotlights the youth surge remaking women's pro basketball.
Azzi Fudd Wins 3-Point Title as First Rookie Ever — and the Dallas Wings Just Hit the Jackpot
The Wings' No. 1 overall pick made WNBA history at the State Farm 3-Point Contest, and the business upside for Dallas is real.
A'ja Wilson Drops 28 on Mystics — Her $200K Salary Is the WNBA's Biggest Bargain
Wilson's offensive masterclass carried the Las Vegas Aces to a fourth-quarter lead, exposing just how badly the WNBA undervalues its best player.
WNBA's Record Surge Faces Turning Point: Elevate Fan Talk Or Tank Its Value
With record viewership and new talent, the league prepares for its biggest season, but online discourse risks undermining its financial momentum
Valkyries' Bold Bet: Cutting Jenkins After Johnson Trade Clears Cap, Defines Future
The Las Vegas Valkyries swiftly released Maya Jenkins, a player acquired in the blockbuster trade for Flau’jae Johnson, a move designed to maximize cap flexibility and solidify their championship aspirations.
WNBA Valkyries Soar to Top Valuation as League Average Jumps 59 Percent
The significant increase in WNBA team valuations, led by the Valkyries, signals a pivotal moment for the league's financial future and potential for massive investor returns.
WNBA Valuations Skyrocket 59 Percent as Valkyries Lead the Charge
The league's financial health surges, attracting major investors and signaling a new era of sports business viability for women's professional basketball.
Betts Dominates NCAA Title, Wins MOP: NIL Value Explodes
UCLA's towering center Lauren Betts delivered a historic performance, leading her team to the national title and cementing her status as a generational talent with a skyrocketing financial future.