Basketball News · LatestThursday, May 7, 2026

In recent years, the New York Liberty has quietly positioned itself as a basketball powerhouse alongside the Las Vegas Aces and the Minnesota Lynx. The team might not have won many titles to boast of, but they have also been in the conversation when discussing WNBA Championship-contending teams.

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark sees the WNBA's 2026 expansion as a step in the right direction. The league officially welcomes two new franchises this season, the Toronto Tempo and the Portland Fire. The WNBA also added the Golden State Valkyries last season, growing from 12 to 15 teams.

"I love Boston. If it was up to me, I could play in Boston for the next 10 years."

Here are two stats to monitor for each team to get you ready for the new season.

The Lakers defensive strategy in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals was brilliant.

Handing out grades after a much closer win in Game Two.

Yvonne Ejim, who was drafted by the Indiana Fever in 2025, just signed a training camp contract with the Toronto Tempo on Tuesday.

Draymond Green acknowledged the glum future of the Golden State Warriors after a tough reality check from Charles Barkley.

Mo'ne Davis was preparing for a Women's Professional Baseball League scrimmage when the WNBA and its players agreed to a landmark collective bargaining agreement last month. Davis, who rose to stardom as a little league pitching sensation, followed developments as WNBA players negotiated historic salaries. As she enters the inaugural season of the WPBL, Davis sees those record gains as a signal to the next generation of women's leagues about what is possible.

Matthew Boyd underwent successful surgery on his left meniscus -- an injury suffered while playing with his kids -- and is set to miss at least a month, according to general manager Carter Hawkins.

Kate Martin, who has become a WNBA fan favorite, was waived by the Golden State Valkyries. The former Iowa Hawkeye is looking for a new team.

Antetokounmpo praised the Bucks' hiring of Taylor Jenkins, but will he play for the new coach? "We'll see."

Jody Demling, who nailed the last three Preakness winners, including the trifecta in both 2023 and 2024, reveals his 2026 Preakness Stakes picks for Saturday, May 16 at Laurel Park with Golden Tempo not in the field

The Sixers traveled home empty-handed, knowing all their hard work was for naught Wednesday night.

Wilson turned a hidden layer of Pretty Deadly into one of WWE's most distinct acts for his solo run

Luka Doncic remains out as the Lakers look to rebound from their Game 1 loss to the Thunder.

On May 3, Cotie McMahon suffered an elbow injury. How much time will she miss to start the 2026 season?

United States midfielder Johnny Cardoso has sprained his right ankle five weeks before the World Cup.

LeBron James and the Lakers take on the Thunder in Game 2 of their second-round NBA playoff series.

The Cavaliers and Pistons square off in Game 2 of their Eastern Conference semifinals series.

The Lakers punched first, but the Thunder punched harder in their Game 1 victory on Tuesday to kick off the best-of-seven second-round playoff series.

The Post's WNBA experts makes their preseason WNBA picks for league awards -- and which team will win it all.

Nate Tibbetts, Natalie Nakase and Stephanie White will assist Kara Lawson coaching the U.S. women's basketball team at the FIBA Women's World Cup in September. The trio of WNBA coaches were on staff for the World Cup qualifying tournament in March. “Over the last several months, I’ve seen the incredible impact Natalie, Nate and Stephanie have each had on the USA Women’s National Team program,” USA Basketball Women’s National Team managing director Sue Bird said.

Americans have long looked west in search of better times. Doing so might just help Milwaukee too.

The first PLE after WrestleMania is already filling out with some important matchups

After watching Knicks fans take over the 76ers' arena for years, Joel Embiid openly pleaded with fans not to sell their tickets on the open market for home playoff games. “Don’t sell your tickets," Embiid said. Of more pressing concern for the Sixers and their fans, they need Embiid.

PSG handled Bayern Munich with ease in Wednesday's semifinal. Can Arsenal realistically stop them?

Lynx's Napheesa Collier acknowledged she took it too far talking about WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert while taking a swipe at Donald Trump.

Here's everything you need to know to watch WNBA games in 2026, including TV channel and streaming options for the entire season.

The Spurs’ 133 points are their most scored in a playoff game since 1983.