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Just days after ESPN analyst Monica McNutt found herself at the center of backlash over her comments that Caitlin Clark needed more “accountability and self-awareness” regarding her role in the WNBA, she shifted the conversation back to basketball. ESPN published a post predicting the Indiana Fever as the Championship favorites, over the Minnesota Lynx and Las Vegas Aces.

TORONTO, CANADA - JULY 20: Marina Mabrey #3 of the Toronto Tempo looks on before shooting a free throw against the Las Vegas Aces during the first half at Coca-Cola Coliseum on July 20, 2026 in Toronto, Canada. 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 Bailey McLean/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Toronto Tempo can easily be construed a...

The Las Vegas Aces decision to trade for NaLyssa Smith last year helped them win the title, but not every midseason WNBA trade works out.

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 11: The sneakers worn by Allen Graves #22 of the Toronto Raptors during the game against the Houston Rockets during a 2026 NBA Summer League game on July 11, 2026 at the Cox Pavilion 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 Dow/NBAE via Gett...

With All-Star Weekend in the rearview, it's back to business for the WNBA. A'ja Wilson & the Aces headline Tuesday's moneyline slate, eager to wash away the bitter taste of their last loss and make a statement on July 28.

The WNBA All-Star weekend got a spicy surprise on Sunday when DiJonai Carrington accused her former girlfriend, NaLyssa Smith, of cheating on her. Carrington, who has yet to play this season due to an ankle injury, alleged that the Las Vegas Aces forward had an affair with Deja Kelly and former Aces teammate Aaliyah Nye.

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 15: AJ Dybantsa #4 of the Washington Wizards poses for a portrait during the 2026 NBA Rookie Photo Shoot on July 15, 2026 at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas campus 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 Zach Barron/NBAE via Getty Images) | N...

Shakira Austin, Georgia Amoore and Sonia Citron. | Getty Images As the WNBA’s post-All-Star break action resumes, here’s a quick look at the league standings: Minnesota Lynx (22-6) Golden State Valkyries (19-8) Las Vegas Aces (18-8) Dallas Wings (18-9) Indiana Fever (17-10) Atlanta Dream (16-10) New York Liberty (15-12) Washington Mystics (14-12) Portland Fire (11-16) Toronto Tempo (10-16) Los Angeles Sparks (10-16) Phoenix Mercury (10-18) Chicago Sky (9-18) Connecticut Sun (7-20) Seattle Sto...

Things have been relatively quiet regarding Chicago Sky star Skylar Diggins and when she will be back on the court. Diggins is dealing with a knee injury that has kept her out of the last seven games for the Sky. She last played on July 3 against the Las Vegas Aces, scoring 19 points to […] The post Sky Coach’s Skylar Diggins Injury Update Only Got Worse appeared first on HEAVY.

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 12: AJ Dybantsa #4 of the Washington Wizards shoots against Nique Clifford #00 of the Sacramento Kings in the first quarter of a Summer League game at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 12, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Ian Maule/Getty Images) | Getty Images Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Washington Wizards fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in th...

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 11: Kyrie Irving #11 and Cooper Flagg #32 of the Dallas Mavericks pose for a picture during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers during the 2026 NBA Summer League game on July 11, 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 ...

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 12: The sneakers worn by Kobe Sanders #4 of the LA Clippers during the game against the Utah Jazz during the 2026 NBA Summer League game on July 12, 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 2025 NBAE (Photo by Candice Ward/NBAE via Ge...

WhileWNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert is under fire over her interpersonal management and officiating concerns amid the league’s growth, some off-court drama has eclipsed the All-Star weekend festivities. DiJonai Carrington dropped a shocking update on Sunday, accusing her former girlfriend, Las Vegas Aces forward NaLyssa Smith, of infidelity.

It is no surprise that A’ja Wilson is once again having a great season. She has been one of the best players in the WNBA for quite some time now.

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 14: (EDITORS NOTE: Tonal effects have been applied to this image) Brayden Burries #0 of the Milwaukee Bucks poses for a portrait during the 2026 NBA Rookie Photo Shoot at UNLV on July 14, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Milwaukee Bucks are starting the next era of their franchise after trading Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat. It won’t be easy to move on from the Greek Freak, but the introduction of head coac...

The Lakers met in Las Vegas during Summer League to have a player’s mini-camp to kick off the offseason.

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 14: Ziaire Williams, Walker Kessler and Collin Sexton attend a game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the LA Clippers on July 14, 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...

Angel Reese has never been one to shy away from making a statement. And the 2026 WNBA All-Star Game was no exception.

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 12: AJ Dybantsa #4 of the Washington Wizards shadow boxes with the stanchion of the hop after failing to score a basket while being fouled against the Sacramento Kings in the second quarter of a Summer League game at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 12, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Ian Maule/Getty Images) | Getty Images Here’s the thing with being a cranky old guy — I have to kvetch before I can get to the good stuff. Here’s my gripe with the Wizards 2026 summ...