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Kelsey Mitchell sets WNBA season scoring record, feted by Fever

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Updated Sep 19, 7:14 PM ET

Kelsey Mitchell scored 33 points to set a WNBA season scoring record Friday night in a win at Toronto. When confetti rained down as she entered the Fever locker room, Mitchell's first thought was that coach Stephanie White had passed another milestone.

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WNBA gameday discussion: Ahead of the playoffs, what do the Minnesota Lynx and New York Liberty need to see from their stars?

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Napheesa Collier. | Getty Images On Thursday, the four WNBA playoff-bound teams were able to ease into their return to regular-season action, as the Atlanta Dream, Washington Mystics, Dallas Wings and Las Vegas Aces all won in blowout fashion. Tonight, a similar script should play out for the Indiana Fever and Golden State Valkyries. First night back from the break did NOT disappoint 🔥 Catch us tomorrow for even more! 2026 Postseason Push | @DKSports | #WNBASeason30 pic.twitter.com/lLymSUgca...

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All the dumb moments that make this title so much sweeter: Part I (1974-89)

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(Original Caption) New York: The N.Y. Knicks' bench is a most happy place as they build up a big lead in the second game of their playoff series against the Chicago Bulls. Coach Rick Pitino joins Patrick Ewing (L) and Mark Jackson in the laughter as the New Yorkers evened the series at a game apiece, winning 114-97. We’re in the home stretch, folks. September brings a bunch of things. School for many young people (it was personally August for me up in State College), the start of all forms of...

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WNBA Discussion: Portland Fire Return to Action vs Phoenix Mercury

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Updated Sep 18, 2:35 AM ET

PORTLAND, OREGON - AUGUST 23: Holly Winterburn #77 of the Portland Fire brings the ball up the court during the first half of the game against the Washington Mystics at Moda Center on August 23, 2026 in Portland, Oregon. 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 Ali Gradischer/Getty Images) | Getty Images Following a multi-week break for...

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WNBA Final Score: Liberty 93, Lynx 81

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Updated Sep 19, 5:29 PM ET

Sep 18, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; New York Liberty center Jonquel Jones (35) blocks a shot from Minnesota Lynx guard Olivia Miles (5) in the first half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect Coming out of the World Cup break there was hope that Minnesota would bounce back to their winning ways. Instead, on Friday night, the Lynx just bounced off the bodies of New York Liberty defenders. Presumptive Rookie of the Year Olivia M...

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NY Liberty vs. Minnesota Lynx preview: Back in action

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Updated Sep 18, 3:25 PM ET

USA's small forward #11 Napheesa Collier is seen with her gold medal after winning with her team the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup final game against France in Berlin on September 13, 2026. (Photo by Odd ANDERSEN / AFP via Getty Images) | AFP via Getty Images Back in action. When we last saw the New York Liberty, they were cruising to a much needed 85-66 win over the Chicago Sky prior to the FIBA break on August 29. The opponent tonight is atop the WNBA standings, but has room to get...

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'Freaking Hard': Sophie Cunningham Issues Strong Warning About Sonia Citron Before Mystics Matchup - Fadeaway World

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Updated Sep 18, 1:54 PM ET

Washington Mystics star Sonia Citron remains one of the league’s most impressive young players. The two-time All-Star remains a crucial piece for Mystics as they battle for crucial seeding during the final week of the regular season. Of course, they are currently neck and neck with the Indiana Fever, who sit ahead of them in […]

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WNBA assist leaders: Caitlin Clark has chance to close gap on Alyssa Thomas in Tempo vs Fever

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Caitlin Clark and Alyssa Thomas have the most assists of any players in the WNBA as we enter the final stretch of the regular season. After the recent break, Thomas returned to action with the Phoenix Mercury on Thursday in their 94-91 win over the Portland Fire.

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WNBA games today: Schedule, times, how to watch for Sept. 18

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Updated Sep 19, 1:31 PM ET

Here's the full WNBA schedule for Sept. 18, including game times, TV channels, scores and how to stream.

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Angel Reese’s ‘Hate’ Confession Reveals Surprising Side of Caitlin Clark Rivalry

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Angel Reese has never shied away from her role in the Caitlin Clark rivalry. The Atlanta Dream forward and the Indiana Fever guard last shared a court on August 16, when Indiana escaped with a tight 95-91 overtime win. Weeks later, an old clip of Reese explaining her side of their rivalry has resurfaced online, [...]

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Eyewitness Hears What Paige Bueckers Said To LA Sparks’ Bench During Tense Interaction Before Wings’ 25th Win of the Season

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Updated Sep 19, 5:53 AM ET

Paige Bueckers is less than a week removed from helping Team USA win yet another FIBA World Cup title, but her first night back in the WNBA quickly reminded the league of the kind of competitiveness that makes the Dallas Wings guard stand out. And for the Los Angeles Sparks bench, they got to witness it firsthand during one key sequence.

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“Like You’re Playing in Mud”: Paige Bueckers Confronts ‘Eye-Opening’ Reality on WNBA Return After FIBA World Cup

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Updated Sep 18, 12:43 PM ET

The Dallas Wings just won their 25th game of the season right after the 2026 FIBA World Cup, and Wings star guard Paige Bueckers made a comparison between international and WNBA play that cracked even Jessica Shepard up. As the Wings defeated the Los Angeles Sparks in a 97-77 game, Bueckers’ statement showcased the reality of playing in the FIBA tournament.

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How to live stream Liberty vs. Lynx: Watch WNBA, TV channel

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The New York Liberty (24-16) face the Minnesota Lynx (31-9) at Target Center in a regular-season WNBA matchup. How to Watch New York Liberty vs Minnesota Lynx New York defeated the Chicago Sky 85-66 in its most recent game, just…

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