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MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - AUGUST 24: Olivia Miles #5 of the Minnesota Lynx drives to the basket against Kiah Stokes #41 and Gabby Williams #1 of the Golden State Valkyries in the first quarter at Target Center on August 24, 2026 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. 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 David Berding/Getty Images) | Getty Images...

“Best-Case Prediction: Wall leads the Wizards to their longest and most fruitful period of sustained success since the 1970s. Along the way, he establishes himself as a perennial All-Star starter, takes home an MVP and leads Washington to a title, with a helping hand from a major free-agent acquisition in the summer of 2016.” submitted by /u/ap25000 [link] [comments]

Every Aug. 24 holds special meaning for the Los Angeles Lakers. It is recognized as Kobe Bryant Day, honoring his numbers 8 and 24. It also falls on the day after Kobe’s official birthday of Aug. 23. Players, family, friends, and fans worldwide commemorate the occasion however they see fit, in keeping with Kobe’s legacy. […] The post Luka Doncic makes Kobe Day surprise in heartwarming hospital visit appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Sandro Mamukelashvili is not wasting time getting back to action following a trip to Slovenia with his new Los Angeles Lakers teammates. Mamukelashvili recently hit the court and played for his country, Georgia, in an exhibition matchup against Israel at Otar Korkia and Nodar Jorjikia Tbilisi Sports Palace in Georgia on Sunday. The 27-year-old Mamukelashvili […] The post Sandro Mamukelashvili puts on a show in glimpse of what he can do for Lakers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 14: (EDITORS NOTE: Image was taken with a special effects filter) Darryn Peterson #22 of the Utah Jazz poses for a portrait during the 2026 NBA Rookie Photo Shoot at UNLV on July 14, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Utah Jazz have had one of the most eventful offseasons I can remember. It’s been filled with ups and downs, rumors, victories in the lottery, and losing players in free agency. The quickest of recaps is t...

Golden State got its first win over Minnesota in franchise history as it moves closer to hosting playoff games.

Hoops Rumors is checking in on the 2026 offseason for all 30 NBA teams, recapping the summer’s free agent signings, trades, draft picks, departures, and more. We’ll take a look at each team’s offseason moves and consider what might still be coming before the regular season begins. Today, we’re focusing on the Washington Wizards. Free […]

A Louisiana judge on Monday granted RJ Luis Jr., the 2025 Big East Player of the Year, a temporary injunction to play for LSU this season despite signing multiple NBA contracts.

WNBA Power Rankings: Lynx Continue Domination as Playoff Picture Solidifies

Austin was questionable to play on Sunday, but she delivered a career-best 31 points and 10 rebounds The post How Shakira Austin’s ‘unbelievable effort’ powered Washington Mystics to their first playoff berth since 2023 appeared first on The IX Sports.

The Indiana Fever react to a record set by guard Caitlin Clark after the Chicago Sky game during the 2026 WNBA regular season.

Cathy Engelbert’s contract is set to expire at the end of the 2026 season. This has called into question whether she’ll be brought back to run the league, as she’s been doing since 2019, or whether league officials will look to replace her.

Former NBA players Enes Kanter and Royce White both “declared” for the WNBA draft following Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham’s comments on transgender athletes participating in women’s sports. “I got a lot of negative feedback about me hating trans. And I’m like, ‘I never once said that,’” Cunningham said in a July 21 ESPN profile.…

Sophie Cunningham revealed her stance against the inclusion of trans athletes in women’s sports last month. Discourse over this has since snowballed into a nationwide debate, with commissioner Cathy Engelbert catching flak for failing to put forth substantive rules and regulations on trans eligibility in the league.

Kanter Freedom and White declared themselves for the 2027 WNBA Draft after saying they identified as women, challenging the league’s eligibility guidelines.

Portland Trail Blazers guard Shaedon Sharpe sustained a torn meniscus in his right knee and is expected to miss six months, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania

The Mercury and DeWanna Bonner have reached an agreement to buy out her contract. Once she clears waivers, the six-time All-Star will look for a chance to sign as a free agent with a playoff team.

Pablo Torre has offered a blunt verdict on Enes Kanter Freedom’s ejection from the Fever-Sky game. The analyst did not hold back.

Natasha Cloud defends Kelsey Mitchell. | NBAE via Getty Images The final showdown between the Chicago Sky and Indiana Fever had one storyline after the next. For the Sky, capping off a home stand in which they won three straight. Sydney Taylor’s individual dominance despite being on a minutes restriction due to a groin injury. Natasha Cloud bringing the noise. DiJonai Carrington’s return from the injured list. Plus, wanting to finish the season on a high note. For the Fever, it’s Caitlin Clar...

The top five seeds, the play-in group and the bottom five: NBA experts predict where all 30 teams will land in the standings for the 2026-27 season.

Angel Reese scored a career-high 31 points and grabbed 14 rebounds for her 25th double-double of the season and the Atlanta Dream clinched a playoff berth with a 99-89 win over the Phoenix Mercury on Saturday night.

Caitlin Clark had one of the best games of her season on Sunday, but she was locked in enough that she missed the sideshow unfolding just feet away. Asked afterward about the confrontation between Enes Kanter Freedom and Chicago Sky guard Natasha Cloud that led to Kanter’s ejection, the Indiana Fever star admitted she never saw it happen. “We were […] The post Fever news: Caitlin Clark makes admission on Kanter-Cloud exchange appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Enes Kanter Freedom wore a shirt featuring the biological definition of a woman courtside during the Indiana Fever vs Chicago Sky WNBA game. The post ‘Woman’ Enes Kanter Ejected From Sky-Fever Game [Viral Video] appeared first on HEAVY.

Enes Kanter’s appearance and subsequent removal from the Indiana Fever vs. Chicago Sky game on Sunday led to some WNBA fans criticising Sophie Cunningham.