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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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WNBA: Security wrong to ask fans to cover shirts' transgender messaging

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Updated Aug 18, 12:21 PM ET

At least three fans were asked by WNBA security personnel to cover shirts that had messages about transgender women participating in women's sports during Sunday's Fever-Dream game. The league said Monday the fans should have been free to wear the shirts.

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Raptors Reacts: Which player needs to elevate their game next to Kawhi?

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CLEVELAND, OH - MAY 3: Ja'Kobe Walter #14 and Scottie Barnes #4 of the Toronto Raptors high five during the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers during Round One Game Seven of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on May 3, 2026 at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 N...

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Why can’t the Knicks go back-to-back?

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SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS - JUNE 13: Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks lifts the Bill Russell NBA Finals Most Valuable Player Award trophy after defeating the San Antonio Spurs in Game Five of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center on June 13, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas. 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 Gregory Shamus/Getty Im...

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Knicks’ 2026 preseason schedule emerges amid NBA offseason

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PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MAY 10: Mikal Bridges #25 of the New York Knicks and Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers wrestle for a loose ball during the second quarter in Game Four of the Second Round of the NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs at Xfinity Mobile Arena on May 10, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 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 ...

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Lynx Weekly: Honing in on Homecourt

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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - AUGUST 15: A'ja Wilson #22 of the Las Vegas Aces is guarded by Nia Coffey #12 of the Minnesota Lynx in the third quarter of their game at Michelob ULTRA Arena on August 15, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Lynx defeated the Aces 92-87. 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 Ethan Miller/Getty Images) | Getty Images T...

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2025-26 Spurs Player Reviews: De’Aaron Fox

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Updated Aug 17, 1:32 PM ET

SAN ANTONIO, TX - JUNE 13: De'Aaron Fox #4 of the San Antonio Spurs shoots a three point basket during the game against the New York Knicks during Game Five of the 2026 NBA Finals on June 13, 2026 at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas. 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 Jesse D. ...

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Fever news: Caitlin Clark sends ominous playoff warning about Dream after win

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Caitlin Clark is looking forward to the Fever's chances of success in the playoffs after getting a crucial win over the Dream on Sunday.

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Caitlin Clark Breaks WNBA Record, Surpassing Kelsey Plum for 5th Most 25+ Point Games

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Updated Aug 17, 1:59 PM ET

Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever secured their fourth straight win Sunday night, defeating Angel Reese and the Atlanta Dream 95-91 on the road in overtime. Clark finished the game with a team-high 26 points on 9-of-20 shooting and 3-of-10 from distance, while adding nine rebounds and three assists. This not only marked the 23rd game of her three-year WNBA career with 25 or more points and five or more assists, but also her 12th such game of the 2026 season.

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WNBA games on today, full TV schedule for Monday, August 17

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Updated Aug 18, 3:29 AM ET

Paige Bueckers and the Dallas Wings headline Monday’s WNBA schedule with a visit to the Golden State Valkyries.

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‘WNBA Accounts Rage-Bait [Caitlin] Clark Fans’ — League’s Latest Snub of Fever Star in Angel Reese Showdown Sparks Fan Fury

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The WNBA is under fire from basketball fans after leaving Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark out of an official social media post recapping Sunday’s game. Critics slammed the league for failing to mention Clark’s 26-point performance, calling the omission a deliberate attempt to ‘rage-bait’ her massive fanbase online.

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Alyssa Thomas Does Something For The First Time After 11 Years On the Night Mercury Retires Diana Taurasi’s No.3 Jersey

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Phoenix Mercury legend Diana Taurasi’s presence at the Mercury-Portland Fire game seems to have inspired Alyssa Thomas to shoot like she hasn’t since her rookie year. As Taurasi passes the torch to the new Mercury roster, Thomas achieved a milestone that might not seem important to others, but definitely matters to her.

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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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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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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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