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Philadelphia 76ers forward LeBron James is back on the grind ahead of his 24th season. He has never lacked the motivation to put in the work and embrace the process. But it also probably helps when he sees a fellow player lighting it up. On Sunday, Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark did exactly that. She […] The post LeBron James’ 2-word reaction to Caitlin Clark’s eruption vs. Sky appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Former NBA player Enes Kanter has become one of the most discussed names in women’s sports after declaring for the 2027 WNBA Draft. The ‘movement’ began as a protest amid the league’s refusal to clarify its inclusion and self-identification policies regarding transgender athletes.

Caitlin Clark’s influence on the WNBA extends well beyond her production for the Indiana Fever. Since entering the league in 2024, the former Iowa star has helped draw larger television audiences and turn regular-season games into major events.

The 2026 NBA offseason delivered external additions to all 30 rosters.

Four WNBA games that make the perfect combo play, headlined by the Mystics defeating the Fire as 64% favorites.

Here's the full WNBA schedule for Aug. 23, including game times, TV channels, scores and how to stream.

Martina Navratilova pushed back at a fan claiming that Caitlin Clark fouled Odyssey Sims during the heated Indiana Fever-Dallas Wings game on Thursday. In the fourth quarter, Wings guard Sims tackled Fever guard Clark to the ground.

Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever wrap up their road trip at the Chicago Sky. Here's where to watch, including tipoff time.

On Saturday, Jason Whitlock responded to a fan who made a claim regarding Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell. According to this fan, opposing teams give way more attention to one of these All-Star guards on the defensive end when squaring off against the Indiana Fever.

After an injury-riddled sophomore season, Caitlin Clark became a steady presence once again for the Indiana Fever in their 2026 campaign. Though Clark has played significantly more this year, she nevertheless feels the physical toll of the WNBA schedule.

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Sophie Cunningham’s patriotism seems to have earned her a massive following. Her firm stance against the inclusion of trans athletes in women’s sports has also added to her appeal with this fanbase.

There are four games on the WNBA schedule for Sunday, August 23. One of those matchups is the Indiana Fever taking on the Chicago Sky at the Wintrust Arena.It’s the third and final Fever vs. Sky matchup of the season, with Indiana looking to extend their win streak against Chicago. The Fever have not lost […] The post How to Watch Indiana Fever vs Chicago Sky on Aug. 23? All You Need to Know appeared first on HEAVY.

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The Sky host the Fever in a WNBA showdown on Sunday evening. Here's how to watch the matchup with TV and live stream information.

Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham has defended herself from critics who believe the recent political attention she has received is affecting her play. Cunningham has averaged 8.

More than 17,500 fans filled the Barclays Center on Saturday night for what was one of the most anticipated matchups of the week between the Indiana Fever and New York Liberty. And even though the game was being played in the heart of New York, Caitlin Clark and the Fever were reported to have plenty of support in the arena, with fans traveling across the country to see the star guard.

Pistons Things apparently aren’t getting any friendlier between Jalen Duren and the Pistons. A source described the negotiations as becoming “noxious” to Kurt Helin of NBC Sports, with the sides still far apart on Duren’s next contract. Duren is coming off an All-Star and All-NBA season and reportedly believes he has earned something approaching a […] The post NBA Notes: Pistons, Jalen Duren, Sixers, Tyrese Maxey, Celtics appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Alyssa Thomas accomplished an incredible milestone in WNBA history with her performance in the Phoenix Mercury’s clash against the Atlanta Dream on Saturday night. Thomas is going through the 13th season of her career in the league, her second with the Mercury. She shines as one of the best players in the league, often leading Phoenix to playoff […] The post Mercury news: Alyssa Thomas makes WNBA history with 5,000th career point appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Ex-NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom was ejected from Sunday's game between the Fever and Sky after a verbal altercation with Chicago's Natasha Cloud.

The Dream clinched a playoff berth behind Angel Reese's career-best 31 points and 14 rebounds Saturday night in a 99-89 win over the Mercury.

The Chicago Sky have drawn a hard line after a fan derailed their most recent matchup, promising strict action and bans for anyone identified as responsible. The Sky’s response came 19 hours after guard Natasha Cloud’s viral response to the incident after the game.

After enjoying a five-game winning streak, the Indiana Fever have now suffered back-to-back losses, falling 102-109 to the New York Liberty on Saturday. And while Indiana has already secured its spot in the playoffs, a late-game sequence involving Caitlin Clark has quickly caught attention online.

Dearica Hamby of the Los Angeles Sparks was ejected in the fourth quarter against the Connecticut Sun on Saturday, Aug. 22.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 22: Rae Burrell #12 of the Los Angeles Sparks passes the ball to Ariel Atkins #7 against Diamond Miller #1 of the Connecticut Sun and Leila Lacan #47 during the first quarter at Crypto.com Arena on August 22, 2026 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 Melina Pizano/Getty Im...