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Hardaway urges WNBA players to stand against those who dare to mock their league.

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 20: A view of the Kyrie x ANTA shoes of KJ Simpson #25 of the Charlotte Hornets during the first half of the 2025 NBA Summer League Championship game against the Sacramento Kings at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 20, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Hornets defeated the Kings 83-78. 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...

The Nuggets still have Nikola Jokic and title expectations, but thinner depth, defense, and a brutal West could make 2026-27 a harsh season.

SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - JULY 06: Egor Demin #8 of the Brooklyn Nets reacts after being called for a foul against the Golden State Warriors during the second half of the California Classic at Golden 1 Center on July 06, 2026 in Sacramento, 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 Scott Marshall/Getty Images) | Getty Images W...

The Cavaliers are trading guard Dennis Schroder and cash to the Hornets for guard Tre Mann, sources told ESPN on Friday.

The nomadic career of veteran guard Dennis Schröder is adding another stop.

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The Atlanta Dream have looked like a different team since trading for Angel Reese in the offseason.Reese has brought a new dynamic to the Dream that has carried through the 2026 season. That earned her an easy WNBA All-Star selection.In typical Reese fashion, that showed again on Thursday night after the Dream blew out the Connecticut Sun […] The post Dream’s Angel Reese Sets Standard With Another Record Broken appeared first on HEAVY.

It’s been all smiles for the Golden State Valkyries, who have won 11 of their last 13 games. | NBAE via Getty Images Don’t look now, but the Golden State Valkyries (24-9) have become one of the best teams in the WNBA. After a shockingly successful inaugural season in 2025, it was more or less assumed that Golden State wouldn’t be sneaking up on anyone in 2026. The defensive-minded, “we-before-me” approach instilled by rookie head coach Natalie Nakase took hold almost immediately, and the cohe...

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The Los Angeles Lakers made headlines this week when it was reported that — for the second time in less than 18 months — the franchise is being sold. Mark Walter bought a majority stake in the team last year for a $10 billion valuation, and is now selling his shares to Bob Iger and […]

Latson signed a development contract with the Aces after being waived by the Los Angeles Sparks

In this week’s SB Nation Reacts survey, we asked you how far you think the Washington Mystics would go in the 2026 WNBA season. More specifically, how far will they go in the playoffs? Our survey results indicated that a solid majority of fans believe Washington will make it to the second round or further. […]

Summary: Charles Lee discussed the team’s active offseason, the departure of key pieces including LaMelo Ball, the addition of Naz Reid, improved physicality, young players stepping into leadership roles, national narratives about a potential step back, the newly released schedule, and Brandon Miller’s recovery. Lee emphasized gratitude for the contributions of departed players while expressing confidence that the returning core plus new additions can take steps forward both offensively and d...

Rudy Gobert reportedly bankrolled part of the Minnesota Timberwolves' recent trip to his home nation of France.

Also, how are Lakers fans feeling about all of this?

The legendary coach, architect of some of the most explosive offenses in NBA history, talks "seven seconds or less,' Madison Square Garden and a "doomed" Lakers tenure.

Legendary college basketball announcer Dick Vitale gets real on Caitlin Clark's MVP chances.

It seems like we have a new story about Caitlin Clark, Sophia Cunningham, and the Indiana Fever every day, and today is no different. Now, ION, which airs WNBA games, including a huge matchup between Paige Bueckers and the Dallas Wings facing off against the Fever, on Friday night.

Caitlin Clark, for all the good she’s done for the WNBA in terms of visibility and numbers, remains a subject of controversy. James Boyd, a reporter for the Indiana Fever, doesn’t take too kindly to this one bit.

Rookie quarterback had promising preseason debut

Embiid’s MVP award might help clinch his spot in the Hall of Fame, although injuries and his lack of playoff success will likely be held against him.

Another day, another bit of WNBA drama.

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones salute Russell Westbrook's career, share the most exciting NBA games this upcoming season and discuss their top candidates for WNBA Most Improved Player.

Phoenix has only nine nationally televised games, and being overlooked might be exactly where this team wants to be.

After toiling away with the Nets, can Ziaire Williams break out with the Lakers this season?

Here are the 10 players NBA teams wouldn’t want in a trade right now, mostly because of huge contracts, injuries, and falling value.

Former NBA player Royce White blasted the WNBA during a recent interview after recently declaring for next year's draft.

Jaden Hardy's high-volume three-point shooting could make him far too valuable for the Lakers to discard.

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