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"Not Easy To Do": Sophie Cunningham's Off-Court Rise Gets Candid Assessment From WNBA Champion Amid Ongoing Reddit Controversy

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Associating themselves with Sophie Cunningham and then showing up to support the Indiana Fever star during the Fever’s road game against Minnesota was enough to boost apparel brand XX-XY ‘s sales sixfold. That’s how much the Fever guard’s influence has grown off the court.

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Public interviewer asks trans people if Enes Kanter and Royce White should play in WNBA

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As discussions around WNBA inclusion policy heat up, voices within the transgender community are sharing their take on who belongs on the court. Former NBA players Enes Kanter Freedom and Royce White have re-entered the spotlight after vowing to enter the 2027 WNBA Draft.

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Inside the Lynx Locker Room With Anastasiia Olairi Kosu

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As a fan of the Minnesota Lynx, it has been awesome to see them grow their chemistry and become one of the hottest teams in the WNBA. They have an incredibly likable roster, largely due to the infectious energy the players bring to each and every game. Because of that, I wanted to interview a […] The post Inside the Lynx Locker Room With Anastasiia Olairi Kosu appeared first on The Lead.

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NY Liberty vs. Chicago Sky Preview: Liberty seek third straight win

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BROOKLYN, NY - JULY 22: Azura Stevens #30 of the Chicago Sky drives to the basket during the game against the New York Liberty on July 22, 2026 at Barclays Center Arena in Brooklyn, New York. 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 L. Nemec /NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty I...

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WNBA gameday discussion: With less than 10 games left in the regular season, the playoff seeding race is starting to get real

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Angel Reese and A’ja Wilson. | NBAE via Getty Images On Tuesday, four of the teams battling for homecourt advantage in the first round of the WNBA playoffs are in action, unofficially inaugurating the down-the-stretch race for playoff seeding. The current No. 3-seed Las Vegas Aces host the No. 5-seed Atlanta Dream (9 p.m. ET, ESPN), while the No. 4-seed Indiana Fever visit the Toronto Tempo (7 p.m. ET, ESPN). The now No. 6-seed New York Liberty will be in Chicago the play the Sky (9 p.m. ET, ...

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‘Misogyny Poses a Far Greater Threat’ — Analyst Shreds Sophie Cunningham-Fueled Narrative That Trans Athletes Are Ready To ‘Descend Upon the WNBA’

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Updated Aug 18, 8:39 PM ET

Sophie Cunningham ignited a national debate following her July ESPN interview, “Love her or hate her, Sophie Cunningham won’t be ignored. ” The veteran voiced support for barring transgender athletes from competing in women’s sports.

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Fever locker room goes wild over Stephanie White’s explicit comment to Caitlin Clark

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In the wake of the win over the Atlanta Dream, Stephanie White delivered an unfiltered, high-energy tribute to Caitlin Clark in the locker room. The Indiana Fever continue to shut out the outside noise and deliver statements on the court, pulling together for another clutch win amidst intense public scrutiny.

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"Hard to Watch": Angel Reese & Her Teammates Face Scrutiny After Caitlin Clark & Co. Hand Dream OT Loss

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Updated Aug 18, 11:28 PM ET

The Indiana Fever edged past the Atlanta Dream 95-91 on Sunday at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta. The win moved Caitlin Clark and the Fever closer to securing a playoff spot and home-court advantage by finishing in the top four, something Angel Reese and Atlanta would now face difficulty in achieving, as they now sit fifth in the standings with a 21-13 record.

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‘Officially Eliminated Herself From MVP Contention’ — Paige Bueckers’ 7-Turnover Night Ignites Ridicule As Wings Drop to 1-5 Without Azzi Fudd

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Paige Bueckers entered Monday’s matchup with the Golden State Valkyries looking to steady the Dallas Wings amid a rough stretch. Instead, the star guard endured a night that could mark a significant blemish on her MVP bid.

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‘Legendary’: ESPN compares Angel Reese to Charles Barkley and Dennis Rodman

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Over her first three seasons in the WNBA, Angel Reese has emerged as one of the biggest stars in the league. But unlike her longtime rival, Caitlin Clark, she hasn’t emerged as a superstar for her scoring, but rather for her rebounding. Through three seasons, Reese has already established herself as one of the most…

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“Your Anti Caitlin Clark Agenda Is So Obvious”: Fans React As WNBA Leaves Out Indiana Star from Fever vs Dream Game Summary

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Updated Aug 18, 10:28 PM ET

Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese met for the ninth time in their WNBA careers on Sunday. Clark extended her lead as a pro against her old college rival to 6-3 after the Indiana Fever completed an impressive comeback to win 95-91 in overtime over the Atlanta Dream.

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Caitlin Clark’s post-game gesture for fans goes viral after latest Fever win

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Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark showed her appreciation for the fans who attended their win over the Atlanta Dream with a postgame gesture. Clark’s arrival in the WNBA with the Fever in 2023 completely transformed the franchise and the league, pushing them into the mainstream, and they are now among the most popular American sports leagues.

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‘Don’t Try to Manufacture Somebody Else’ — WNBA’s Caitlin Clark Strategy Backfires As ESPN Legend Calls Out Broadcast Bias

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ESPN’s halftime coverage of Caitlin Clark’s Indiana Fever and Angel Reese’s Atlanta Dream matchup quickly became a story of its own. What was supposed to be a breakdown of a tightly contested game instead drew criticism from analysts and WNBA observers who felt the discussion leaned heavily toward Reese while Clark’s impact received comparatively little attention.

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‘People Delight in (Angel) Reese’s Failures’ — Analyst Issues Harsh Reality Check on Dream Star ‘Asking For’ Caitlin Clark-Level ‘Attention’

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Jason Whitlock didn’t waste any time targeting Atlanta Dream’s Angel Reese after her offensive stumble against the Indiana Fever on Sunday. The outspoken analyst used the Dream’s overtime loss to deliver a harsh assessment of Reese’s place in Caitlin Clark debates.

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