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Caitlin Clark has had enough.

Cathy Engelbert’s contract as WNBA Commissioner is set to expire after the 2026 season, and an increasing number of entities within and around the league have questioned whether she should remain in the role beyond her current deal. Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham, with a statement she made in an interview with USA Today, appears to also align with the calls for Engelbert’s exit.

Breanna Stewart gave an ultimate stamp of approval to the Atlanta Dream, singling out one of their key perimeter stars. When Stewie drops a compliment, it means something, because her trophy case is overflowing.

Lakers The Timberwolves are a team to watch for Jonathan Kuminga, according to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst, while the Lakers also remain in the picture. Windhorst said Los Angeles still has a potential path to a sign-and-trade built around Jaden Hardy. “There’s still a window there for the Lakers to do a Kuminga sign-and-trade using Jaden […] The post NBA Rumors: Lakers, Jonathan Kuminga, Heat, Nick Richards, Nuggets appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Trading for Leonard means nothing if management is afraid to chase a title.

Could Kevin Love be headed back to the Cavaliers? Apparently, it’s at least something to watch. The Cavs are searching for another big man to provide depth behind Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen, and ESPN’s Brian Windhorst mentioned Love as a potential option on The Hoop Collective podcast. “The Cavs are looking for a big […] The post Cavs could consider Kevin Love in search for big man appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Both the Phoenix Mercury and Atlanta Dream may be without one of their key players in Saturday night’s matchup.

Both the Los Angeles Sparks and Connecticut Sun may be without multiple key players in Saturday night’s matchup.

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Sophie Cunningham signed a one-year, $665,000 deal with the Indiana Fever in the past offseason. Now, she's using that money.

There is no one that is stopping the Minnesota Lynx during their incredible run of late, and the good vibes continued with a 94-84 win over the Washington Mystics on Friday night.To the surprise of no one, Lynx rookie sensation Olivia Miles led the way with 24 points. Miles also added 7 assists, 3 rebounds, […] The post Lynx Coach Made Strong Olivia Miles Statement After Road Victory appeared first on HEAVY.

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The Luka Doncic era of the Los Angeles Lakers began, unofficially, back in 2025 when the franchise made the shocking trade to land him from the Dallas Mavericks. But it could be argued that this season, 2026-27, is the official start of the Doncic era, as it is unquestionably his team with a roster built […]

Allisha Gray and the Dream beating the Mercury as 67% favorites headline Saturday's WNBA moneyline picks!

A true quantitative analysis of Jon Horst’s (and others’) drafting record.

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Last week, I put out a call for Front Office subscribers to send in their mailbag questions related to the NBA’s Collective Bargaining Agreement or salary cap rules. Today, we’re answering those questions, taking a closer look at the section of the CBA that applies to the league’s investigation into Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers, […]

Dallas already had a lot of questions and now will finish season without their No. 1 pick.

Inglewood, CA - April 15: Forward Kawhi Leonard #2 of the LA Clippers shoots a freethrow against the Golden State Warriors in the first half of a NBA play-in tournament basketball game at Intuit Dome in Inglewood on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. (Photo by Keith Birmingham/MediaNews Group/Pasadena Star-News via Getty Images) | MediaNews Group via Getty Images The Kawhi Leonard trade saga has left the Toronto Raptors in limbo, with the proposed deal currently on hold as the NBA investigates the Lo...

The Los Angeles Lakers have been at the center of the basketball world due to all of the drama surrounding the team’s ownership. One of the biggest questions is whether Jeanie Buss will continue to be able to serve as Lakers governor as her five siblings have agreed to sell their minority shares to the […]

NaLyssa Smith. | Getty Images As the WNBA playoff picture sharpens, star power alone won’t decide who’s still playing in late October. Every contender has a role player whose presence, not just production, lifts their teams in ways the box score fails to fully capture. These are the biggest X factors for each playoff team. In the comments, be sure to let us know if you agree, while also identifying the crucial players you’ll have a closer eye on this postseason. Minnesota Lynx: Nia Coffey The...

The 2026 Grizzlies Caravan, presented by Kroger, is on the road from August 22-October 10 and headed to a city near you! Find us at these tour stops: Huntsville, Ala.,Madison, Ala., Florence, Ala.,Little Rock, Ark., Hot Springs, Ark.,Searcy, Ark., Jonesboro, Ark.,Nashville, Tenn., Jackson. Tenn.and Tupelo, Miss. Events today in Huntsville and Madison, AL. Tomorrow in Huntsville. 9/5 in Little Rock 9/6 in Hot Springs, AR 9/12 in Searcy and Cabot, AR 9/13 in Jonesboro 9/19 in Nashville 9/20 in ...

Welcome to Inside the Suns, your weekly deep-down analysis of the current Phoenix Suns team. Each week, the Fantable — a round table of Bright Siders — gives their takes on the Suns’ latest issues and news. Fantable Questions of the Week Q1: Dillon Brooks recently said that he’s working on his passing this summer (at the request of Brian Gregory). What are your thoughts on this? zenzino: Hallelujah! I’ve been pretty upfront about criticizing Brooks’ passing (or lack thereof) during game threa...

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - JANUARY 24: General manager Jon Horst of the Milwaukee Bucks speaks to the media about the dismissal of head coach Adrian Griffin prior to a game between the Milwaukee Bucks and the Cleveland Cavaliers at Fiserv Forum on January 24, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 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 Stacy Rever...

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Angel Reese. | NBAE via Getty Images I think most Atlanta Dream fans already agreed that Angel Reese is perfect. She’s been an exemplary addition, injecting the team with passion, persistence and more pink, while, as Naz Hillmon discussed after Atlanta’s most recent game, empowering her teammates. Asked what Angel has brought to Atlanta, Naz offered: And then the things that people may not see, like, the way she pours into people on this team, regardless of what she’s got going on, like the w...

It has been an eventful summer for the Lakers, who lost LeBron James in free agency, underwent their second ownership change in 10 months and are embroiled in drama over whether the Buss family will sell its 17.8% stake in the team and Jeanie Buss will remain governor.  Here are the four biggest questions for the...

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