Basketball News · LatestWednesday, May 13, 2026

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Brittney Griner has played in the Connecticut Sun’s first two games of the WNBA season. The 10-time All-Star, however, is out of action for Wednesday’s matchup against the defending champions, the Las Vegas Aces. Griner was ruled out of Wednesday’s contest due to a foot injury.

The Cavaliers come back from a nine-point deficit late in regulation and beat the Pistons 117-113 in overtime on Wednesday night to take a 3-2 lead in their Eastern Conference semifinal series.

Every team wants better wing depth and elite center play and the Lakers are no exception.

There are very few athletes who can leave fans wondering what could have happened if they chose another sport. And Caitlin Clark is one of them.

Las Vegas sure is happy to have Carter.

UNCASVILLE, Conn. (AP) — Chennedy Carter scored 27 points on 13-of-16 shooting, A’ja Wilson had 14 of her 22 points in the third quarter and the Las Vegas Aces routed the Connecticut Sun 98-69 on Wednesday night. The teams face each other again on Friday night in Connecticut. Wilson also had 11 rebounds in just 22 minutes for her 121st career double-double. Carter made 7 of 9 shots in the first half for 14 points to help Las Vegas build a 48-37 lead. Jackie Young added 10 points as the Aces s...

As she makes her way back from the injuries that ended her 2025 season prematurely, Fever star Caitlin Clark acknowledged, "it's going to take me a little bit to really get over the mental hurdle of trusting my body."

Renowned body language expert Judi James broke down LeBron James’ emotional postgame press conference after the Los Angeles Lakers were swept by the Oklahoma City Thunder, revealing subtle “tells” that may hint at retirement uncertainty.

Bev Priestman stands on the brink of her first trophy since being banned for her role in Canada's drone scandal at the 2024 Olympics.

For more than two decades, the Connecticut Sun stood as one of the WNBA’s most stable franchises. Through ownership uncertainty around the league, roster overhauls, and constant changes in sport, the Mohegan Tribe kept this franchise alive when many others disappeared.

Following player interviews at the NBA Draft Combine in Chicago, here is insight on and predictions for each major stay-or-go decision.

The Indiana Fever head to Los Angeles on Wednesday searching for their first win of the season after falling 107-104 to the Dallas Wings in a high-scoring opener. MORE: Stephen Curry changes stance on playing in 2028 Olympics How to…

Sophie Cunningham’s pregame outfits have been a must-see. She is one of the most popular players in the WNBA today, and the Indiana Fever star is a fan favorite. The 6-foot-1 guard and her team will face the Los Angeles…

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards may have offered a surprising take after a Game 5 loss against the San Antonio Spurs.

The matchup between Indiana's Caitlin Clark and Dallas' Paige Bueckers on the WNBA's opening weekend averaged 2.49 million viewers on ABC, making it the league's second-most watched regular-season game on ABC or ESPN. Dallas' 107-104 victory was also the 14th most-viewed sports event of the past week, according to numbers released Wednesday by Nielsen's Big Data + Panel. The top 12 sports programs were NBA playoff games.

The Detroit Pistons are looking to avoid a third consecutive loss and the precipice of elimination tonight as they host the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 5 of their best-of-seven series. The good news for the Pistons is that the Cavs are winless on the road in these playoffs, including dropping the first two to Detroit. […]

The Indiana Fever may be without one of their key players in Wednesday night’s game against the Los Angeles Sparks.

Azzi Fudd was commended for a huge accomplishment away from the WNBA.

The Chicago Sky (1-0) travel to Mohegan Sun Arena to face the Golden State Valkyries (2-0) in WNBA action on Wednesday night. How to Watch Chicago Sky vs Golden State Valkyries The Sky started their post-Angel Reese campaign well, with…

Keldon Johnson has his best game of the playoffs in the win.

The WNBA and NBA Board of Governors have unanimously approved the sale and relocation of the Connecticut Sun franchise from the Mohegan Tribe to Rockets owner Tilman J. Fertitta.

Jason Collins' courage to come out as a gay man playing in the NBA inspired others to live authentically, those who knew him said after his death.

The connections between Dybantsa and the Jazz are obvious, but would Utah give up Ace Bailey to make it happen?

The Pistons will be without starting guard Duncan Robinson in Wednesday's Game 5 because of lower back soreness.

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Can Cleveland finally take control of this series?

The shooting guard was replaced in the starting lineup Wednesday night by Daniss Jenkins. Robinson is averaging 12.2 points in the playoffs and brings efficient 3-point shooting to the lineup. Jenkins, who was on a two-way contract just a few months ago, entered the pivotal game against the Cavs averaging 7.5 points and 3.3 assists in the series.

Pep Guardiola said Manchester City will make sure they are "there just in case" Arsenal slip-up in the title race, despite admitting that player fatigue forced him to rest his star forwards in Wednesday's 3-0 win against Crystal Palace.

Jody Demling, who has called 11 Preakness winners, reveals his 2026 Preakness Stakes picks for Saturday, May 16 at Laurel Park with Golden Tempo not in the field following Monday's Preakness post draw