Basketball NewsMonday, Jun 8, 2026

Publisher:Yahoo Sports WNBAOutlet infoJun 8, 6:55 AM ET

The Indiana Fever guard offered a candid explanation for why every game feels like a battle as expectations continue to rise around the franchise.

Publisher:ESPN GeneralOutlet infoJun 8, 11:04 AM ET

Atlanta Hawks head coach Quin Snyder has agreed to a multiyear contract extension, sources told ESPN's Shams Charnia.

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Publisher:ESPN College BasketballOutlet infoJan 3, 7:29 PM ET

James Nnaji, the 7-foot center and 2023 NBA draft pick whose signing drew criticism from coaches across college basketball last month, debuted Saturday, scoring five points with four fouls in Baylor's 69-63 loss to TCU in the Big 12 opener for both teams.

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Publisher:ESPN NBAOutlet infoJan 14, 12:53 AM ET

Giannis Antetokounmpo responded to boos from his home fans in kind, giving two thumbs down to the crowd following an and-1 layup during Tuesday's blowout loss to the Wolves.

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Publisher:Yahoo Sports WNBAOutlet infoJun 8, 6:46 AM ET

I came across an interesting stat this weekend. Entering Sunday’s game against the Portland Fire, the Sparks had the worst defensive rating (115.6 points allowed per 100 possessions) in WNBA history. The previous lowest mark through 30 seasons was 114. The eye test matches what the stats say about the Los Angeles defense. The Sparks are an offense-first team; the roster has a great deal of offensive talent, and that’s the side of the ball that coach Lynne Roberts prioritizes. Although L.A. targe

Publisher:Yahoo Sports WNBAOutlet infoJun 8, 6:38 AM ET

Saturday night's matchup between the Washington Mystics and Atlanta Dream produced a moment few WNBA fans expected to see. A head coach being escorted off the court by police officers. The unusual scene unfolded during Atlanta's 109-77 victory when Mystics coach Sydney Johnson was ejected following a heated confrontation with game officials.