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WNBA gameday discussion: Ahead of the playoffs, what do the Minnesota Lynx and New York Liberty need to see from their stars?

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Napheesa Collier. | Getty Images On Thursday, the four WNBA playoff-bound teams were able to ease into their return to regular-season action, as the Atlanta Dream, Washington Mystics, Dallas Wings and Las Vegas Aces all won in blowout fashion. Tonight, a similar script should play out for the Indiana Fever and Golden State Valkyries. First night back from the break did NOT disappoint 🔥 Catch us tomorrow for even more! 2026 Postseason Push | @DKSports | #WNBASeason30 pic.twitter.com/lLymSUgca...

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WNBA offenses have reached new heights during the 2026 season—and here’s why

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A’ja Wilson/ | Getty Images Earlier this season, WNBA offenses were producing at a blistering rate. At the time, we wondered whether this was just the effect of a small sample size and teams would regress to the mean by season’s end. With just a couple of games left before the regular season concludes, we have our answer: The WNBA is having a historic offensive season. Across virtually every metric, the ball is going in more than ever before. This season, WNBA teams are setting record highs i...

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WNBA gameday discussion: Can Paige Bueckers, Angel Reese and other stars strengthen their awards candidacies?

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Paige Bueckers. | NBAE via Getty Images A three-game WNBA Saturday slate where no game has direct playoff implications serves as a great opportunity for players in contention for end-of-season awards to author a closing argument. So, here’s a look at the primary awards contenders in action on Saturday. In the comments, spill any of your thoughts on the award races. Phoenix Mercury vs. Dallas Wings (1 p.m. ET, CBS) A leading candidate for Most Improved Player, Jessica Shepard added to her resu...

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NBA could pick Las Vegas expansion bid before Seattle - TalkBasket.net

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The NBA could select a winning bid for an expansion team in Las Vegas before turning its attention to Seattle, according to Mike Vorkunov of The Athletic. The league appears to be taking different approaches to the two markets as it continues exploring expansion, with multiple ownership groups competing for Las Vegas while the Seattle […] The post NBA could pick Las Vegas expansion bid before Seattle appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Why the franchise win record matters for the Mystics

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Head coach Sydney Johnson and Sonia Citron. | Getty Images On Sunday afternoon, the Washington Mystics put up their second-straight victory of at least 15 points since returning from the FIBA World Cup. After beating the Chicago Sky by 30 points last Thursday, they took their dominance to Indiana and beat the No. 5-seed Fever 93-77. Kiki Iriafen (21p, 14r) and Shakira Austin (20p, 10r, 5a, 2s) steered the @WashMystics to victory 💪 Iriafen extends her Mystics single-season record with her 22n...

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