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Sophie Cunningham has become one of the most high-profile names in the WNBA since her comments about protecting young girls from competing against biological males emerged last month. Some people have thrown their support behind the Indiana Fever star, including using her face and image during rallies at WNBA games.

The Washington Mystics have too much inside scoring for the Phoenix Mercury, while the New York Liberty avoid the season series broom when they host the Golden State Valkyries.

Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham interviewed WNBA legend Tamika Catchings for USA Sports to recognise her incredible career. Cunningham has been a career-long role player in the WNBA, averaging 7.

Ted Cruz has now weighed in on the ongoing debate surrounding transgender athletes competing in the WNBA. The debate heated up last month when Sophie Cunningham’s comments about protecting young girls against biological males began to garner traction.

WNBA legend Candace Parker broke down the heated moment between Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers during the Indiana Fever’s 91-85 loss to the Dallas Wings. The Fever have had a very interesting two weeks.

The Indiana Fever and the Atlanta Dream’s entertaining clash on Aug. 17 induced a viral moment between old college rivals Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese.

The 2026 WNBA playoffs are nearing, and the Las Vegas Aces will have several challengers to their throne as reigning champions. Most of the Aces’ workload revolves around four-time regular-season MVP A’ja Wilson, who has also been the Finals MVP in the Aces’ past two championship runs.

Boston Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens expressed his belief this week that Jaylen Brown's No. 7 jersey will one day be retired by the organization.

Legendary New York Knicks play-by-play announcer Mike Breen made a special appearance in the SNY broadcast booth alongside Gary Cohen and Keith Hernandez during a New York Mets game. While taking a break from baseball action, Breen broke down what truly propelled the Knicks through their historic championship run. When asked if a single factor […] The post Mike Breen points to key difference in Knicks’ championship run appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Klay Thompson recently secured a move to the Miami Heat after getting the final year of his contract with the Dallas Mavericks bought out. Thompson had been angling for a move to a team with contending aspirations, and with the Heat in dire need of floor-spacing after trading away a handful of rotation players in […] The post Heat news: Klay Thompson shares interesting story behind jersey No. 11 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell made WNBA history with the Indiana Fever, prompting the team to make a strong declaration about them.

The Indiana Fever had plenty of chances to keep their August 22 matchup against the New York Liberty within reach. But when the game came down to the little things, one area proved particularly costly.

The Minnesota Timberwolves are expected to trade Josh Green following the signing of Jonathan Kuminga, sources told Jon Krawczynski and Sam Amick of The Athletic. With Kuminga signing a two-year, $13 million deal, the Wolves will need to shed $3 million in salary to stay under the second apron. Green, who is making $14.6 million next season, averaged 4.3 points and 1.8 rebounds last season. The Wolves could also waive and stretch Green's salary.

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Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers have already become two of the WNBA’s best players, giving rise to a must-watch rivalry. Naturally, their tense exchange during their last faceoff generated a lot of attention, and for one WNBA legend, the culprit behind the situation was easy to name.

The Golden State Valkyries' bench set a team record in their 89-64 victory against the Connecticut Sun on Wednesday, Aug. 26.

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On August 18, the Indiana Fever faced the Toronto Tempo in a highly anticipated matchup, but no one expected the game to take the turn it did. Kelsey Mitchell – one of the league’s top scorers – got into a heated altercation with Tempo star Marina Mabrey, and more than a week later, WNBA legend Candace Parker has now given her rather blunt take on what went down.

The Dallas Wings clinched their first WNBA playoff berth since 2023 behind 22 points and 11 assists from Paige Bueckers in a 96-78 win.

Los Angeles, CA - February 22: Jeanie Buss during the statue unveiling for former Lakers coach Pat Riley in Star Plaza in front of Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday, February 22, 2026. Riley won 4 championships as Lakers head coach. (Photo by Keith Birmingham/MediaNews Group/Pasadena Star-News via Getty Images) | MediaNews Group via Getty Images If I had a nickel for every time Jeanie Buss took her family to court, I’d have two nickels, which isn’t a lot, but it’s odd that it’s happen...

Liberty star Sabrina Ionescu feels like she hasn’t gotten a true crack at the Golden State Valkyries this season.

Draymond Green wasn't shy about revealing his true feelings about the NBA salary cap.

Cameron Brink breaks her silence on the WNBA's trans athlete debate, calling out Enes Kanter Freedom by name in blunt, unfiltered terms.

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Enes Kanter Freedom has been banned from the Wintrust Arena. After the former NBA player showed up at the Indiana Fever vs.