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Tempo veteran supports Sandy Brondello after ‘laughable’ suspension for ‘species’ comment toward Angel Reese

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Several people around the WNBA have come to the defense of Sandy Brondello since a one-game suspension for calling Angel Reese a "protected species."

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Can the Suns tap into Miles Bridges’ two-way potential?

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On July 13, the Miles Bridges trade became official. Brian Gregory had this to say about the Suns’ new power forward. “His elite athleticism, strength and versatility allow him to impact the game on both ends of the floor. He embodies the grit, competitiveness and work ethic that fit our identity, and we’re excited to welcome him to Phoenix.” High praise. Or maybe bold praise, considering Bridges’ six-year NBA career with the Hornets. Coming out of Michigan-lite, Bridges was projected to be t...

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How are the WNBA’s offseason moves paying off? Assessing best and worst personnel moves

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The 2026 WNBA offseason featured an unprecedented amount of personnel movement, made all the more chaotic by the compressed timeline caused by protracted collective bargaining negotiations. Due to the dramatic increase in salaries — the cap rose from about $1.5 million in 2025 to $7 million in 2026 — the decision-making process had higher stakes than at any point in league history. The salary structure was also updated in the new CBA, changing how teams can allot their caps. For instance, the su

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Meleek Thomas recognized for impressive Summer League performance

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LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 17: Meleek Thomas #15 of the Cleveland Cavaliers dribbles the ball during the game against the Chicago Bulls on July 17, 2026 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by David Becker/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty...

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Cathy Engelbert’s inflection point? Plus: Chicago recs for All-Star weekend

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No Offseason Newsletter 🏀 | This is The Athletic’s women’s basketball newsletter. Sign up here to receive No Offseason directly in your inbox. Good morning! One quick request: Forward this email to the friend who is always asking for the latest tea on the W. Thanks! Coming up today: 😬 Key week for the commish. 🌠 All-Star format 🍝 Chicago recs Tension at the Top: An important week for the commissioner There is no bigger story heading into All-Star weekend than commissioner Cathy Engelbert’...

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