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Indiana Fever Make Impressive Kelsey Mitchell Announcement

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The Indiana Fever have had some great performances throughout the season, but guard Kelsey Mitchell has truly been impressive.Mitchell has been regarded as the best scorer in the WNBA after a great two-month offensive run. Most fans have been monitoring whether she will be able to break a record for his offensive output.It turns out […] The post Indiana Fever Make Impressive Kelsey Mitchell Announcement appeared first on HEAVY.

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Liberty star Sabrina Ionescu sets sights on 2028 Olympics after not making FIBA World Cup squad

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NEW YORK — Sabrina Ionescu is shifting her focus to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics Games after not making the cut for the 12-woman FIBA World Cup squad, which is set to begin group play next month. And the Liberty star had no hard feelings on the decision to leave her off this year’s World Cup roster. “I mean, not — kind of — but not really,” Ionescu said when asked if she was surprised when ...

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Sophie Cunningham Gets Into Heated Scuffle in Fever-Sky Game

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The Indiana Fever went into Sunday’s game against the Chicago Sky looking to pick up a win after two losses. They got more than they bargained for.In a close first-quarter game, one moment got the attention of all WNBA fans. It involved the Fever’s controversial guard, Sophie Cunningham, trying to score.After a Sky turnover, Cunningham […] The post Sophie Cunningham Gets Into Heated Scuffle in Fever-Sky Game appeared first on HEAVY.

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Sophie Cunningham Gets Fouled Hard, WNBA Accused Of 'Targeting' Her

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Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham will be making headlines for a different reason this Saturday. Cunningham drew a lot of attention in July when she talked about transgender inclusion in women's sports. She told ESPN that she wants to protect young girls from competing against biological men. ...

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A Rivals Week headliner, the Indiana Fever-Chicago Sky showdown lived up to the billing

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Updated Aug 9, 7:19 AM ET

Kelsey Mitchell and Natasha Cloud. | Getty Images All the ingredients required for great game, one requisite of WNBA Rivals Week, came together in the showdown between the Indiana Fever and Chicago Sky. Six ties. Four lead changes. Three technical fouls. Two Midwest franchises. One ejection. And an eventual four-point win, 90-86, for Indiana. The first quarter was ultra tight before one moment became the focal point. DiJonai Carrington was assessed a flagrant 2 and subsequently ejected after ...

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Fever's Clark has eighth tech rescinded, won't be suspended

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Updated Aug 9, 10:09 AM ET

The WNBA rescinded a technical foul against Caitlin Clark on Saturday, less than two hours after she received what would have been her eighth of the season.

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Betnijah Laney-Hamilton sought ‘other opportunities’ before being waived by Liberty

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Head coach Chris DeMarco said former Liberty guard Betnijah Laney-Hamilton sought “other opportunities” before the two parties split on Thursday. DeMarco, publicly speaking for the first time since the team waived Laney-Hamilton, praised her for how she handled the situation even after expressing her desire near the beginning of the WNBA season. “She’s been great. She’s been great,” DeMarco ...

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Olivia Miles Rookie Of The Month: Wins 3rd Straight Award

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Olivia Miles’ Rookie of the Month awards and the Minnesota Lynx’s wins have been synonymous. Miles just won her third Rookie of the Month award, and the Lynx maintained a 10-game winning streak, their longest since 2016. While the whole team has been crucial to this success, a lot of the credit goes to Miles, […] The post Olivia Miles Rookie Of The Month: Wins 3rd Straight Award appeared first on Stadium Rant.

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‘WHITE PRIVILEGE’: WNBA star does not hold back after striking Sophie Cunningham in the face

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Updated Aug 9, 7:11 AM ET

Things got testy early in Saturday’s game between the Indiana Fever and Chicago Sky. In the last two seasons, the Sky-Fever rivalry was defined by Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark, but with Reese now on the Atlanta Dream after an offseason trade, new players are keeping it going. While going for a transition layup during…

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Sky's Carrington tossed after hard foul on Fever's Cunningham

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Updated Aug 9, 3:53 PM ET

Sky's DiJonai Carrington was assessed a Flagrant 2 and ejected after a hard foul across the face and neck area of Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham during the first quarter of Saturday afternoon's game

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3 thoughts before the Wings square off with the league-leading Minnesota Lynx

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ARLINGTON, TX - JUNE 28: Dallas Wings guard Azzi Fudd (35) makes a layup past Minnesota Lynx guard Olivia Miles (5) and Minnesota Lynx forward Natasha Howard (1)during the WNBA game between the Dallas Wings and the Minnesota Lynx on June 28, 2026, at College Park Center in Arlington, TX. (Photo by Adam Davis/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The Minnesota Lynx (26-7) are killers, and your Dallas Wings (19-13) are up next on the block. This tough stretch of s...

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Minnesota Lynx win 26th game, secure WNBA playoff spot

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Updated Aug 9, 10:38 AM ET

The first-place Minnesota Lynx, who defeated the Las Vegas Aces 98-87 on Saturday afternoon to improve to 26-7 on the season, clinched a WNBA playoff berth.

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Chris Broussard irrationally fears WNBA may turn into G League

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Updated Aug 9, 12:19 PM ET

The worst people you know have taken the fear-mongering over transgender athletes and the WNBA all the way to its most illogical conclusion. To be clear, there has never been a transgender athlete in the WNBA. Ever. There are no transgender athletes competing in the NWSL or other major women’s pro sports leagues in the…

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Preview: Mystics host Mercury on Sunday

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WASHINGTON, DC - AUGUST 07: Shakira Austin #0 of the Washington Mystics celebrates after making a three point basket during the first half of the game at CareFirst Arena on August 7, 2026 in Washington, DC. 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 Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Washington Mystics host the Phoenix Mercury...

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What is WNBA schedule of games tonight? Do Caitlin Clark, Fever play today?

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What WNBA teams play tonight, Thursday, Aug. 8, 2026? Do Caitlin Clark and Indiana Fever play today? WNBA TV schedule, standings, how to watch, and more.

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