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3 things as the Wings get sloppy late, lose to Atlanta Dream, 82-81

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Updated Jul 30, 8:16 AM ET

Jul 29, 2026; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Wings guard Arike Ogunbowale (24) dribbles past Atlanta Dream guard Jordin Canada (3) during the first half at College Park Center. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect The Dallas Wings (18-10) fell to the Atlanta Dream (17-10) 82-81 in the final moments of the game, as the two squads returned from the All-Star break in a Wednesday night nationally televised showdown. Tonight’s loss came in the final moments ...

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“What a Duo of Hypocrites”: Chiney Ogwumike, Monica McNutt Suffer Fans’ Wrath After Calling Caitlin Clark’s Fever WNBA Contenders

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Caitlin Clark called out the media for the “false characterization” while discussing the media coverage involving her in a sit-down interview with ESPN’s Malika Andrews on Friday before the WNBA All-Star Game. She said that if anyone is going to write about her, they shouldn’t question her character and that sometimes she is also “fearful” about the conversations that might start due to her.

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How to live stream Valkyries vs Mercury: WNBA, TV channel

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The Golden State Valkyries (19-8) face the Phoenix Mercury (10-18) at Mortgage Matchup Center in a regular-season WNBA matchup. How to Watch Valkyries vs Mercury Golden State hit a great rhythm before the All-Star break, as they won three in…

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WNBA deletes post of Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese betting on game

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Updated Jul 30, 7:35 PM ET

The proliferation of sports betting and legalized gambling has led to a series of scandals across pro and college sports. Traditionally, players betting on their own games has been seen as a red line for all major pro sports. Apparently not so for the WNBA, though! The WNBA posted a video of star players Paige…

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Sophie Cunningham steals spotlight with surprise appearance during Wings-Dream broadcast

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Less than 24 hours after helping the Fever secure a 105-95 victory over the Seattle Storm, Cunningham joined USA Sports’ in-studio broadcast team for the matchup between the Dallas Wings and Atlanta Dream. Yahoo Sports shared a look at Cunningham on set, where she broke down the action alongside the network’s regular studio crew. “Sophie Cunningham joined USA Sports’ in-studio broadcast team for Wings vs. Dream,” Yahoo Sports wrote on X, adding a fire emoji.

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WNBA Predictions and Moneyline Picks for Thursday, July 30

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The Liberty may have had the upper hand, but Las Vegas finally flips the script as the Aces lead Thursday’s top WNBA moneyline plays for July 30.

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Chiney Ogwumike: Cathy Engelbert not there for WNBA players ‘in the biggest and most challenging moments’

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While WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert continues to sidestep questions about her future and reports indicate a growing influence from NBA commissioner Adam Silver over the women’s league, the conversation has shifted toward where Engelbert has fallen short. Over the league’s All-Star weekend in Chicago, many star players were asked specific questions about their relationships with…

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How to live stream Dream vs Wings: WNBA, TV channel

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The Atlanta Dream (16-10) face the Dallas Wings (18-9) at College Park Center in a regular-season WNBA matchup. How to Watch Dream vs Wings After a five-game losing streak knocked them back a few spots, the Dream have found their…

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Storm apologize after co-owner confronts fans for Cunningham support

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Updated Jul 30, 4:57 PM ET

The Storm apologized Wednesday for an exchange that took place between one of their co-owners and two fans who thanked Sophie Cunningham in the wake of her comments supporting barring transgender girls and women from girls' and women's sports.

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Sparks front office admits failure of season, ‘open for anything’ at trade deadline

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Updated Jul 30, 4:48 PM ET

LOS ANGELES, CA - JUNE 7: Kelsey Plum #10 of the Los Angeles Sparks looks on during the game against the Portland Fire during the 2026 WNBA Commissioner's Cup on June 7, 2026 at Crypto.com Arena 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Juan Ocampo/NBAE via Getty...

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Report: WNBA Star Kelsey Plum Is 'Likely' Getting Traded Soon

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Updated Jul 30, 7:19 AM ET

The Los Angeles Sparks might part ways with All-Star guard Kelsey Plum in the very near future. Plum, a five-time All-Star, was traded to the Sparks prior to the 2025 WNBA season. She then agreed to a one-year, $999,999 deal with Los Angeles this past offseason. Although she's currently sidelined ...

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