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Mercury retire Taurasi's No. 3 on 'amazing' night

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Updated Aug 17, 2:08 AM ET

After the Phoenix Mercury's 88-85 loss to the Portland Fire on Sunday night, Diana Taurasi held court, detailing a Hall of Fame career that now includes a jersey retirement ceremony that felt "like the end and the beginning of so many things in my life."

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Fever defeat Dream in OT to secure key win as season winds down

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Updated Aug 16, 11:05 PM ET

The Fever defeated the Dream 95-91 in overtime Sunday. It was a game with playoff implications, and the environment inside State Farm Arena felt like the postseason.

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WNBA gameday discussion: Is Minnesota Lynx-Las Vegas Aces III the final Finals preview?

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Updated Aug 16, 12:57 AM ET

A’ja Wilson and Napheesa Collier. | NBAE via Getty Images The first-place Minnesota Lynx and and third-place Las Vegas Aces meet for the third and final time on Saturday night (8 p.m. ET, CBS). Thus far, the only two teams that have clinched a spot in the 2026 WNBA Playoffs have split their season series. In the first matchup in mid-June, A’ja Wilson’s double-double of 24 points and 10 boards, plus Chelsea Gray’s 23 points and seven assists, was enough for the Aces to hold off the Lynx, led b...

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Caitlin Clark Gifts Teammates Nike Sneakers After Big Win Against Dallas Wings

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The vibes are high in Indiana right now as the Indiana Fever are on a hot streak. The Fever defeated the Dallas Wings at home on Friday, 98-87, led by the sharpshooting Caitlin Clark. Despite tweaking her ankle before halftime, Clark and the Fever still held on to the win.

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SB Nation Reacts: The Answer Isn’t More Vets

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MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - MAY 15: Anthony Edwards #5 celebrates with Mike Conley #10 of the Minnesota Timberwolves during the second quarter of a game against the San Antonio Spurs in Game Six of the Second Round of the NBA Western Conference Playoffs at Target Center on May 15, 2026 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. 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 Agreeme...

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WNBA to Fine Sparks' Rae Burrell $500 for Technical Foul in Loss to Mystics

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Los Angeles Sparks star Rae Burrell is due to receive a fine from the WNBA. This comes after her actions during their game against the Washington Mystics on Saturday at CareFirst Arena. The Sparks were holding a three-point lead with around 3:16 left in the third quarter.

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Jordan Goodwin: The most underrated member of the Suns

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Updated Aug 16, 10:22 AM ET

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - APRIL 17: Jordan Goodwin #23 of the Phoenix Suns reacts after scoring against the Golden State Warriors during the second half of an NBA play-in tournament game at Mortgage Matchup Center on April 17, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Warriors 111-96. 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 Christian Pe...

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Coach Stephanie White Explains Key 4th Quarter Strategy for Tyasha Harris' Success

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Tyasha Harris’ performance against the Dallas Wings received big praise from Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White. For the first time since July 22, Harris had a double-digit scoring output against Dallas during their home game on Friday. Coach White explained her decision to keep Harris on the court in the fourth quarter, using a three-guard lineup alongside Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell.

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Stephanie White Thanks Fever Fans for Support After Controversial Reception

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Updated Aug 16, 12:57 AM ET

Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White thanked the home fans for their positive reception in their latest home game. The Fever ended their two-game homestand on Friday against the Dallas Wings, and fans cheered on their head coach ahead of tipoff. This was the exact opposite of their reception in their previous game against the New York Liberty on Tuesday, when White was booed.

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Becky Hammon “Not Too Terribly Upset” After Las Vegas Aces Suffer 12th Loss Of The Season Against The Lynx

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Updated Aug 16, 2:09 PM ET

Dropping a game to the league-leading Minnesota Lynx is not enough to spark frustrations for Las Vegas Aces coach Becky Hammon just yet. Her team has now recorded its 12th loss of the season, just two shy of its total regular-season losses last year.

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WNBA Discussion: Portland Fire vs Phoenix Mercury

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Updated Aug 16, 10:37 PM ET

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - AUGUST 14: Holly Winterburn #77 of the Portland Fire reacts during the first quarter against the Seattle Storm at Climate Pledge Arena on August 14, 2026 in Seattle, Washington. 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 Jack Compton/Getty Images) | Getty Images After a thrilling win in Seattle on Friday, the Portlan...

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Boston Celtics Daily Links 8/16/26

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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 20: Dwight Murray Jr. #19 of the Atlanta Hawks wears Converse shoes against the Boston Celtics in the second half of a 2025 NBA Summer League Championship game at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 20, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Celtics defeated the Hawks 101-80. 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 Candic...

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How to Watch Indiana Fever vs Atlanta Dream on Aug. 16? All You Need to Know

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There are three WNBA games scheduled for Sunday, including a highly anticipated matchup between the Indiana Fever and Atlanta Dream.It’s the fourth and final Fever vs. Dream game of the regular season. They could potentially face each other in the playoffs, especially with how tight the race is for a top-four spot.Atlanta has won two […] The post How to Watch Indiana Fever vs Atlanta Dream on Aug. 16? All You Need to Know appeared first on HEAVY.

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Caitlin Clark seen laughing on-court after Angel Reese’s missed game-winner during Fever vs. Dream

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Updated Aug 17, 8:44 PM ET

The Indiana Fever had to earn their 95-91 win over the Atlanta Dream in OT, but might not have been in that position if Angel Reese put the game away in regulation. Reese had an open layup to seal the win at the end of regulation, with the game tied 81-81, but missed it, as the Fever secured the win in OT.

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‘Nobody Impacts the Game More’ – WNBA World Reacts As Caitlin Clark Outduels Angel Reese, Paige Bueckers Back-to-Back

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Updated Aug 17, 4:09 PM ET

The Indiana Fever have gotten hot over their past few games, thanks in large part to Caitlin Clark. Following another impressive performance in the 95-91 OT win against the Atlanta Dream on Sunday, social media was brimming with praise for the Fever guard.

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Kelsey Mitchell Sets WNBA Record with 19th Consecutive Game Scoring 20+ Points

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Kelsey Mitchell and the Indiana Fever are now winners of four straight games, jumping to 23-12 on the 2026 WNBA season after taking down Rhyne Howard and the Atlanta Dream 95-91 in overtime. Going into Fever vs. Dream, Mitchell had recorded 20 or more points in 18 straight games, dating back to June 22 against the Phoenix Mercury, which marks a WNBA record for a single season.

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Caitlin Clark Becomes Fastest Player to 700 Assists in WNBA History During Sunday Game

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Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever looked to keep their winning streak alive on Sunday, facing Angel Reese and the Atlanta Dream at State Farm Arena (Atlanta). The Fever are coming off a 98-87 win over the Dallas Wings on Friday, their third straight win, which moved them to 22-12 in the 2026 WNBA season. During the Fever vs. Wings matchup, Clark was able to make some WNBA history.

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Mercury coach Nate Tibbetts defends Fever coach Stephanie White: ‘It’s not fair’

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There’s been a lot of talk about the WNBA over the past few weeks, but not nearly enough of it has been about basketball. Between the fallout of Sophie Cunningham’s comments regarding transgender athletes in sports, the protests for and against her stance, and the hard foul she took from DiJonai Carrington in a game,…

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Timpson scores career-high 20 points and shines in OT as Fever edge Dream 95-91

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Updated Aug 17, 2:20 AM ET

Makayla Timpson scored a career-high 20 points, including Indiana's first three field goals in overtime, and the Fever beat the Atlanta Dream 95-91 on Sunday to protect their hold on fourth place in the WNBA standings. Kelsey Mitchell's layup with 13.6 seconds remaining in overtime gave the Indiana guard 20 points, her 19th consecutive game scoring at least 20. Caitlin Clark scored 26 points, including two free throws after Atlanta trimmed Indiana's lead to 93-91, with nine assists.

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Sky snap a six-game losing streak on the road with an 82-80 victory over the Storm

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Kamilla Cardoso had 22 points and 12 rebounds, Natasha Cloud scored 20 points and the Chicago Sky ended a six-game losing streak on the road with an 82-80 victory over the Seattle Storm on Sunday. Seattle (7-30) trailed 53-37 with 5:49 left in the third quarter, but Dominique Malonga answered with a basket and two free throws and Jade Melbourne and rookie Awa Fam sank back-to-back 3-pointers to cap a 15-4 run as the Storm closed to 60-55 heading to the fourth.

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Indiana Fever Head Coach Stephanie White Fires Back At Critics

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On Tuesday, August 11, Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White did not hold back on how she felt regarding the flagrant foul from the Chicago Sky’s DiJonai Carrington’s on Sophie Cunningham. White stated that she believed the refs decision on calling it a flagrant foul was the right decision but did not agree that Carrington […] The post Indiana Fever Head Coach Stephanie White Fires Back At Critics appeared first on Stadium Rant.

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Indiana Fever Send Special Message to Sophie Cunningham Before Dream Game

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Updated Aug 17, 7:34 AM ET

The Indiana Fever made sure Sophie Cunningham received some special recognition before Sunday's matchup against the Atlanta Dream.

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