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...
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...
MVP conversations usually start with players putting up massive scoring numbers, but one WNBA legend sees something different in Angel Reese. For her, the Atlanta Dream star clearly deserves to be a part of the conversation, especially with the transformation the team has undergone over the season.
MVP conversations usually start with players putting up massive scoring numbers, but one WNBA legend sees something different in Angel Reese. For her, the Atlanta Dream star clearly deserves to be a part of the conversation, especially with the transformation the team has undergone over the season.
Coming into the final stretch of the 2026 WNBA season, the Atlanta Dream are a team primed for a potential playoff run. A big reason for the Dream’s strong season has been the play of star forward Angel Reese , who could potentially see her name squeezed into the league’s MVP race. In fact, former WNBA star Tina Thompson believes she’s already […] The post Dream news: WNBA legend sounds off on Angel Reese’s MVP candidacy appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The MVP race is hotting up, with at least five contenders all fighting it out for the ultimate WNBA prize. Napheesa Collier and Olivia Miles are making massive MVP cases by doing it all for top-seeded Minnesota, scoring effortlessly while locking down the paint and running the floor.
The WNBA will be searching for a new commissioner after this season as Cathy Engelbert recently announced her retirement plans at the end of the year. A comprehensive search will likely take place in the months to come, and while various names have been thrown out there, including current and former players, don’t expect Minnesota Lynx star […] The post Lynx news: Napheesa Collier not planning on making WNBA commissioner push anytime soon appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The WNBA will be searching for a new commissioner after this season as Cathy Engelbert recently announced her retirement plans at the end of the year. A comprehensive search will likely take place in the months to come, and while various names have been thrown out there, including current and former players, don’t expect Minnesota Lynx star […] The post Lynx news: Napheesa Collier not planning on making WNBA commissioner push anytime soon appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Dust off Target Center and call Prowl. The FIBA World Cup break has ended. After 18 days without Lynx basketball, Minnesota is getting back on the court to finish the interrupted regular-season. First up for the WNBA-leading Lynx (31-9) will be the New York Liberty (24-16) in a battle of playoff-bound teams at Target Center. Tip is set for 6:30 p.m. Lynx forward Napheesa Collier was Team USA’s ...
Dust off Target Center and call Prowl. The FIBA World Cup break has ended. After 18 days without Lynx basketball, Minnesota is getting back on the court to finish the interrupted regular-season. First up for the WNBA-leading Lynx (31-9) will be the New York Liberty (24-16) in a battle of playoff-bound teams at Target Center. Tip is set for 6:30 p.m. Lynx forward Napheesa Collier was Team USA’s ...
MEDLEY, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 07: Napheesa Collier #24 of the Lunar Owls arrives prior to a game against Phantom at Wayfair Arena on February 07, 2025 in Medley, Florida. (Photo by Rich Storry/Getty Images) | Getty Images It was announced on Thursday morning that the players-founded Unrivaled basketball league will be arriving to Minnesota for the first time ever. View this post on Instagram If you are new to women’s basketball, then it’s possible you haven’t heard about what Unrivaled is. Our v...
MEDLEY, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 07: Napheesa Collier #24 of the Lunar Owls arrives prior to a game against Phantom at Wayfair Arena on February 07, 2025 in Medley, Florida. (Photo by Rich Storry/Getty Images) | Getty Images It was announced on Thursday morning that the players-founded Unrivaled basketball league will be arriving to Minnesota for the first time ever. View this post on Instagram If you are new to women’s basketball, then it’s possible you haven’t heard about what Unrivaled is. Our v...
The WNBA regular season will resume on September 17, and with only four games left for each team before the postseason begins, the conversation around this season’s MVP is heating up. The debate has been polarizing, with talents like reigning MVP A’ja Wilson, Indiana Fever’s Caitlin Clark, and Minnesota Lynx’s Napheesa Collier among the favorites for the title.
The WNBA regular season will resume on September 17, and with only four games left for each team before the postseason begins, the conversation around this season’s MVP is heating up. The debate has been polarizing, with talents like reigning MVP A’ja Wilson, Indiana Fever’s Caitlin Clark, and Minnesota Lynx’s Napheesa Collier among the favorites for the title.
BERLIN, GERMANY - SEPTEMBER 13: Napheesa Collier #11 of the USA Basketball Women's National Team poses for a photo with the championship trophy after the game against the France Women's National Team at the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup 2026 on September 13, 2026 at Berlin Arena in Berlin, Germany. 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. Man...
BERLIN, GERMANY - SEPTEMBER 13: Napheesa Collier #11 of the USA Basketball Women's National Team poses for a photo with the championship trophy after the game against the France Women's National Team at the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup 2026 on September 13, 2026 at Berlin Arena in Berlin, Germany. 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. Man...
In this special episode of The IX Sports Podcast Basketball Edition, our hosts break down the legacy of WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert, who announced retirement plans Friday. The post Breaking news podcast: Cathy Engelbert to retire as WNBA Commissioner in December appeared first on The IX Sports.
WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert has announced her decision to retire from the helm of the league at the end of the ongoing season. There were several rumors about her exit due to a difference of opinion with the stakeholders, and it seems the rumors eventually came true.
WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert has decided to retire at the end of the 2026 season, sparking strong reactions from fans amid a pivotal time for the league.
Cathy Engelbert. | Getty Images On Friday morning, Cathy Engelbert surprised the basketball world by announcing that she was retiring from her role as WNBA commissioner at the end of 2026. Shams Charania of ESPN was the first to report the news. WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert has decided to retire at the end of the season, sources tell ESPN. — Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) September 4, 2026 In a WNBA press release, Engelbert explained her decision. After more than seven years at th...
Team USA’s 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup campaign had already started with a battle at home when A’Ja Wilson withdrew from the squad due to injury management. However, Napheesa Collier is willing to do what it takes to help the squad win its fifth straight title in the world spectacle. Usually leading the frontcourt for [...]
Team USA’s 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup campaign had already started with a battle at home when A’Ja Wilson withdrew from the squad due to injury management. However, Napheesa Collier is willing to do what it takes to help the squad win its fifth straight title in the world spectacle. Usually leading the frontcourt for [...]
PORTLAND, OREGON - MARCH 13: Sidy Cissoko #91 of the Portland Trail Blazers dunks the ball past Isaiah Collier #8 of the Utah Jazz during the second half at Moda Center on March 13, 2026 in Portland, Oregon. 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. (Photo by Soobum Im/Getty Images) | Getty Images At the end of almost every Blazer’s Edge Mailbag—o...
PORTLAND, OREGON - MARCH 13: Sidy Cissoko #91 of the Portland Trail Blazers dunks the ball past Isaiah Collier #8 of the Utah Jazz during the second half at Moda Center on March 13, 2026 in Portland, Oregon. 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. (Photo by Soobum Im/Getty Images) | Getty Images At the end of almost every Blazer’s Edge Mailbag—o...
WNBA stars Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier are all headed to the FIBA World Cup. How will the league look when it returns?
WNBA stars Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier are all headed to the FIBA World Cup. How will the league look when it returns?
The Bulls have changed just about everything. Now they hope Caleb Wilson can help change the results. Wilson, Chicago’s prized rookie, made quite an impression during Summer League, enough for one Bulls source to give ESPN’s Jamal Collier a fairly straightforward assessment. “He looks like we got a dude,” the source said. Well, that’s a […] The post Caleb Wilson has Bulls believing in big things: ‘Looks like we got a good dude’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.
The Bulls have changed just about everything. Now they hope Caleb Wilson can help change the results. Wilson, Chicago’s prized rookie, made quite an impression during Summer League, enough for one Bulls source to give ESPN’s Jamal Collier a fairly straightforward assessment. “He looks like we got a dude,” the source said. Well, that’s a […] The post Caleb Wilson has Bulls believing in big things: ‘Looks like we got a good dude’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.
With the Minnesota Lynx clashing with the Atlanta Dream on Sunday, the team would end up losing disappointingly, 89-81, leading to a frustrated reaction from head coach Cheryl Reeve. Though the Lynx led by solid performances from Napheesa Collier and Olivia Miles , the team couldn’t get it done on Sunday, with Reeve pointing out one aspect they […] The post Lynx news: Cheryl Reeve demands Minnesota 'toughen up' after Dream loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.
COLLEGE PARK, GEORGIA - AUGUST 30: Napheesa Collier #24 of the Minnesota Lynx shoots the ball as Angel Reese #5 of the Atlanta Dream plays defense during the first quarter at Gateway Center Arena on August 30, 2026 in College Park, Georgia. 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. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Minnesota...
COLLEGE PARK, GEORGIA - AUGUST 30: Napheesa Collier #24 of the Minnesota Lynx shoots the ball as Angel Reese #5 of the Atlanta Dream plays defense during the first quarter at Gateway Center Arena on August 30, 2026 in College Park, Georgia. 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. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Minnesota...
With Napheesa Collier sidelined and expected to miss significant time at the start of the season, it was expected that the Minnesota Lynx would suffer without her. However, it looks almost certain that they will finish the regular season as the top seed, much to the surprise of anyone, including Olivia Miles, who has been one of the main anchors of this team.
With Napheesa Collier sidelined and expected to miss significant time at the start of the season, it was expected that the Minnesota Lynx would suffer without her. However, it looks almost certain that they will finish the regular season as the top seed, much to the surprise of anyone, including Olivia Miles, who has been one of the main anchors of this team.
Minnesota Lynx forward Napheesa Collier has picked up right where she left off since returning from an ankle injury. She missed the first few weeks of the season before making her comeback in late July. Collier’s return only made the Lynx even scarier , with Olivia Miles already running rings around opponents in her rookie year, along with the […] The post Lynx news: Napheesa Collier shares eye-opening admission on Olivia Miles appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Minnesota Lynx forward Napheesa Collier has picked up right where she left off since returning from an ankle injury. She missed the first few weeks of the season before making her comeback in late July. Collier’s return only made the Lynx even scarier , with Olivia Miles already running rings around opponents in her rookie year, along with the […] The post Lynx news: Napheesa Collier shares eye-opening admission on Olivia Miles appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Napheesa Collier is officially no longer the lead scorer for Minnesota after the entry of rookie Olivia Miles. Collier has been out for most of this season with ankle injuries and only recently made her return. But it did not look like the Lynx crowd missed her very much since Miles has been doing plenty [...]
Three former UConn women’s basketball players are listed in the top 10 of ESPN’s top 50 WNBA players rankings as the WNBA approaches the break for the FIBA Women’s World Cup. Breanna Stewart of the New York Liberty (No. 3), Paige Bueckers of the Dallas Wings (No. 5) and Napheesa Collier of the Minnesota Lynx (No. 7) were all in the top 10 of ESPN’s latest rankings. The list compiled by ESPN ...
Three former UConn women’s basketball players are listed in the top 10 of ESPN’s top 50 WNBA players rankings as the WNBA approaches the break for the FIBA Women’s World Cup. Breanna Stewart of the New York Liberty (No. 3), Paige Bueckers of the Dallas Wings (No. 5) and Napheesa Collier of the Minnesota Lynx (No. 7) were all in the top 10 of ESPN’s latest rankings. The list compiled by ESPN ...
Napheesa Collier and Kayla McBride. | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images As the FIBA World Cup break looms, the WNBA’s playoff picture is looking a lot clearer. We know who will be playing in the postseason now that all eight teams have clinched their spots. However, seeding is still very much up for grabs. Only three games separate the No. 3 seed and the No. 8 seed, so which teams will have homecourt in the opening round and beyond is still unknown. Here is an overview of the current playoff o...
Napheesa Collier and Kayla McBride. | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images As the FIBA World Cup break looms, the WNBA’s playoff picture is looking a lot clearer. We know who will be playing in the postseason now that all eight teams have clinched their spots. However, seeding is still very much up for grabs. Only three games separate the No. 3 seed and the No. 8 seed, so which teams will have homecourt in the opening round and beyond is still unknown. Here is an overview of the current playoff o...
Minnesota Lynx rookie Olivia Miles is producing an unprecedented first-year campaign where she is already hanging with the best the WNBA has to offer. The young talent is currently second in the 2026 regular-season MVP race, just behind reigning MVP A’ja Wilson of the Las Vegas Aces.
Minnesota Lynx rookie Olivia Miles is producing an unprecedented first-year campaign where she is already hanging with the best the WNBA has to offer. The young talent is currently second in the 2026 regular-season MVP race, just behind reigning MVP A’ja Wilson of the Las Vegas Aces.