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Austin Rivers didn't mince his words while criticizing Rich Paul for having a podcast and the consequences of his remarks in locker rooms.

DENVER, COLORADO - DECEMBER 22: Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets is defended by Lauri Markkanen #23 of the Utah Jazz in the first half at Ball Arena on December 22, 2025 in Denver, Colorado. 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 Dustin Bradford/Getty Images) | Getty Images I hope you aren’t banking on the reformed Utah Jazz to ...

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Bill Self discusses lessons learned from the Darryn Peterson experience while previewing the sky-high expectations for Tyran Stokes at Kansas

Sophie Cunningham and the Indiana Fever defeated DiJonai Carrington and the Chicago Sky on August 8th. The highlight of the game ended up being the flagrant 2 foul called on DiJonai Carrington, but the fallout from the foul followed her after the game. She was anything but happy about the call, and she decided to […] The post DiJonai Carrington Flagrant 2 On Sophie Cunningham Sparks Insane Debate appeared first on Stadium Rant.

JuJu Watkins. | Getty Images Making it to the WNBA is tough for a player, but finding success with a team is even harder. Throughout the 2020s, there’s been a chasm between the teams that win and those that lose. During this decade, on average, over half of the league ends the year with a sub .500 record. So, what’s the solution? More losing! The best way for teams that lose more than they win to turn their fortunes around is by tanking. In recent years, the WNBA has seen an influx of young t...

Here are the greatest teammates Russell Westbrook ever played with, ranked from great superstars to MVP legends.

Caitlin Clark called Kelsey Mitchell the WNBA's best scorer as the Fever guard extended her historic streak to 17 straight 20-point games.

Paige Bueckers had a memorable performance for the Dallas Wings against the Toronto Tempo on Wednesday night. Bueckers has been one of the WNBA’s best players this season, averaging 20.

In a candid exchange with WNBA legend Candace Parker, Aliyah Boston wasn’t best pleased with the league’s officiating following a call during the Indiana Fever’s loss to the Las Vegas Aces. During a highly physical Indiana Fever matchup against A’ja Wilson and the Las Vegas Aces, the officials called a defensive blocking foul, judging that the defender made body contact against Wilson using her hip while sliding laterally rather than establishing a completely legal guarding position.

LOS ANGELES, CA - JULY 28: Dearica Hamby #5, Ariel Atkins #7, Cameron Brink #22, and Kiana Williams #23 of the Los Angeles Sparks looks on during the game against the New York Liberty on July 28, 2026 at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California. 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 ...

The Wings really needed this.

The WNBA and Caitlin Clark have delivered another season-high audience for ESPN and ABC. The Indiana Fever-Chicago Sky game last weekend averaged 2.6 million viewers on ABC, the most watched contest on the network this season. The game is the second most watched WNBA regular season game this season, behind Indiana’s game against the Las…

Both the Connecticut Sun and Atlanta Dream may be without one of their key players in Thursday night’s matchup.

Both the Los Angeles Sparks and New York Liberty may be without one of their key players in Thursday night’s matchup.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 12: Bob Iger (R) and Steve Ballmer attend a basketball game between the Los Angeles Clippers and the Sacramento Kings at Crypto.com Arena on December 12, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. 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 Allen Berezovsky/Getty Images) | Getty Images In an ideal world, your favor...

Ray Allen will forever be grateful to those who helped him early in his NBA career.

Andre Iguodala reveals how the Spurs and Tim Duncan were responsible for the concept of load management.

Four years ago. I was so proud of Kerr. Benching Draymond and Klay was so incredible. I truly thought we had so much promise ahead of us. It is so sad to see what Kerr devolved into right after. Refusing to bench Draymond and Klay for several seasons. Shoving minutes down their throats while the young guys languished on the bench. Anyway, now that this era is over, I can just enjoy those old moments. When Kerr finally realized he couldn’t win with Draymond and Klay and needed to have an actua...

The WNBA’s response to transgender athlete eligibility has sparked intense criticism from XX-XY Athletics founder Jennifer Sey. She has urged the league to enforce biological sex testing, arguing that preserving women’s sports requires clear, science-based boundaries.

Dick Vitale's Caitlin Clark declaration has fans split.

Running off at the typewriter. … The WNBA may have stumbled onto a trifecta of some of the most profitable commodities in American society today: Controversy. Divisiveness. Polarization. Race, sex, transgender politics, Caitlin Clark, hard fouls, perceived favoritism — almost every cultural fault line in America now seems to run directly through women’s basketball. And crazy as it may sound, ...

This year’s WNBA play-offs will begin on September 27 and the Indiana Fever are currently among the favourites to be crowned champions. Caitlin Clark continues to impress, and her side are currently sitting 4th in the table with a record of 21-12.

NBA analyst Skip Bayless isn’t backing off on his bold Russell Westbrook take, including why he doesn’t believe the nine-time All-Star is a Hall of Fame guard. Westbrook officially announced his retirement after 18 seasons in the NBA. And while most consider him to be a first-ballot candidate, Bayless begs to differ. He understands why […] The post Why Skip Bayless refuses to back off insane Russell Westbrook Hall of Fame take appeared first on ClutchPoints.

CLEVELAND, OHIO - NOVEMBER 30: Anfernee Simons #4 of the Boston Celtics shoots over Dean Wade #32 of the Cleveland Cavaliers during the first quarter at Rocket Arena on November 30, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 Jason Miller/Getty Images) | Getty Images Fresh off a massive offseason, the Philadelphia ...

The Golden State Warriors pulled out all the stops in their effort to sign LeBron James in free agency. They, however, still did not measure up, as James chose to go with the Philadelphia 76ers, a move that was not expected by many. After failing to land James, the Warriors chose to stay put and […] The post Warriors’ Joe Lacob breaks silence on LeBron James free agency whiff appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Although Trae Young has routinely been criticized for his lack of defensive involvement, there appears to be a reason behind this.

Playing one more round in the NBA playoffs resulted in a significant revenue increase for the New York Knicks.

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