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WNBAWith a renewed focus, are the Liberty ready to reach their championship-potential in the WNBA playoffs?
It’s never too early to think about the future.
These are the most explosive athletes in the NBA entering the 2026-27 season.
Jonquel Jones, Rebecca Allen and Breanna Stewart. | Getty Images Five seasons ago, the No. 6 seed won the WNBA title. That team was the 2021 Chicago Sky. After muddling through a .500 regular season that featured both a losing and winning streak of seven games, the Sky found their stride at the right time, defeating the Dallas Wings in the single-elimination first round, besting Minnesota Lynx in the single-elimination second round, winning 3-1 over the Connecticut Sun in the semifinals and t...
WNBAMichael Cooper was running a camp in Pasadena in 1994 when Lisa Leslie challenged him to a slam dunk contest. As Cooper said, “The way you won was by the applause of the kids.
WNBAMagic Johnson’s wish for Lisa Leslie has come true after two years. The WNBA legend was honored with an 11-foot bronze statue named “The First Lady,” unveiled on Sunday afternoon.
PHOENIX, AZ - APRIL 27: Oso Ighodaro #11 of the Phoenix Suns looks on before the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder during Round One Game Four of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 27, 2026 at PHX Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. 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 Barry Gossage/NBAE via Ge...
MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - MARCH 29: Gary Trent Jr. #5 of the Milwaukee Bucks shoots the ball against Kris Dunn #8 of the Los Angeles Clippers during the third quarter at Fiserv Forum on March 29, 2026 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 Patrick McDermott/Getty Images) | Getty Images Hoo boy. OK, so the obvious...
TORONTO, CANADA - MAY 01: Ja'kobe Walter #14 of the Toronto Raptors reacts after defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers 112-110 in Game Six of the First Round of the NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs at Scotiabank Arena on May 01, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. 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 Cole Burston/Getty Images) | Getty Imag...
The Rockets have three new two-way players this year.
Although Jerry Stackhouse joined the Wizards to play alongside Michael Jordan, he clearly had no intention of being the second star.
WNBAKelsey Mitchell gave the Indiana Fever something to celebrate in their blowout loss to the Washington Mystics.
NBALet's dive into the trends, storylines and statistical nuggets that could define the upcoming season.
Giannis Antetokounmpo leads the power forward rankings, but this could be the last season as Scottie Barnes and others are surging.
NBAAlthough the Thunder were already forced to make some tough decisions because of the second apron, the worst is yet to come.
NBAOver the weekend, Julian Champagnie hosted a basketball camp here in San Antonio. The registration filled up almost instantly. The demand for Champagnie is greater than ever. Fresh off the signing of his new three-year contract, he bought a home in the Dominion, signaling his intention to put down som roots in the Alamo City. A couple of weeks ago, Champagnie participated in a meet-and-greet. Lines were around the block hours before the event was scheduled to start. While that sort of devotio...
NBANBA general managers often use the buzzword "optionality" to describe moves that preserve cap flexibility. Some teams, like the Brooklyn Nets, keep it for years as they navigate a difficult rebuild.
After competing in her first senior international tournament and winning her first gold medal, Angel Reese isn’t yet satisfied. The three-time All-Star had to come off the bench in her Team USA debut, playing a smaller role than she has for just about any team in her lifetime, and she told her Atlanta Dream teammates that she was “very well-rested” for the home stretch heading into the postseason. The World Cup break has created unique scenarios for every team in the league. Those who aren’t com
NBAAs training camps get set to open, USA TODAY Sports has previews for every NBA team.
Former Los Angeles Lakers power forward/center Kwame Brown is calling out future Hall of Fame forward LeBron James. Following James’ free-agent decision to leave the Lakers, Brown claims LeBron destroyed former teammates’ careers throughout his eight seasons in Los Angeles. Brown used former Lakers guard Russell Westbrook and Dalton Knecht in concert with James’ son, […] The post Kwame Brown calls out former Lakers’ LeBron James ‘machine’ that gives off ‘toxic waste’ and ‘destroys careers’ ap...
The LA Clippers will look to make sense of the 2026-27 season after an embarrassing offseason.
WNBASophie Cunningham’s struggles against the Washington Mystics on Sunday were encapsulated by one play she likely won’t be rushing to watch again. The Indiana Fever guard’s missed corner 3-point attempt caused a buzz for all the wrong reasons.
Sophie Cunningham continues to be one of the WNBA’s most scrutinized players, with the Indiana Fever guard’s off-court commentary regularly ruffling feathers and leaving fans eager to critique her on-court performances. Days after her blunt remarks about Fever coach Stephanie White’s intense practice habits, Cunningham saw her minutes dwindle in Sunday’s critical home matchup against the Washington Mystics.
BOSTON, MA - FEBRUARY 1: Ryan Rollins #13 of the Milwaukee Bucks drives to the basket during the game against the Boston Celtics during the 2026 Pioneers Classic Championship on February 1, 2026 at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. 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 Chris Marion/NB...
NBAAfter waiting more than a month for the Kawhi Leonard trade to be finalized, the Toronto Raptors are now an intriguing team in the Eastern Conference.
NBAPat Riley lands Giannis Antetokounmpo in a blockbuster trade, but the Heat face questions about their offense.
NBAThe Dallas Mavericks hired a new front office and new coach Dusty May this offseason as Kyrie Irving returns from injury to play with Cooper Flagg.
NBAThe Houston Rockets can be contenders again with Fred VanVleet back from injury to help make year two of the Kevin Durant era a smoother ride.
LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 11: Quadir Copeland #25 of the Houston Rockets plays defense during the game against the Toronto Raptors during a 2026 NBA Summer League game on July 11, 2026 at the Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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 Dow/NBAE via Getty Im...
Some new-look NBA teams are known for their offense, but the Miami Heat revamp prioritized defense. Heat guard Davion Mitchell emphasized the assets they had on defense, from backcourt to frontcourt. “We have three, really four [great defenders], with Wiggs. There are some matchups he guards the best player,” Mitchell said, per Barry Jackson. Mitchell […] The post Davion Mitchell says defense will drive new-look Heat appeared first on TalkBasket.net.