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Olivia Miles Off Injury Report as Lynx Host Fire Saturday, Napheesa Collier Remains Out

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Updated Jul 18, 3:35 PM ET

Olivia Miles isn't on Minnesota's injury report ahead of Saturday's game against Portland, but Napheesa Collier remains out recovering from ankle surgery.

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WNBA Analysts Share the Same Verdict on Paige Bueckers’ Teammate’s ‘Overvalued’ Contract

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The WNBA’s new CBA has raised athletes’ contract valuations beyond the million-dollar mark, dubbed super-max contracts. However, midway through the season, WNBA analysts Annie Costabile and Sabreena Merchant have identified one of Paige Bueckers’ teammates, Alanna Smith, who isn’t justifying her $3.

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Mystics at Valkyries final score: Washington loses, 74-69

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The Washington Mystics lost to the Golden State Valkyries on Saturday night, 74-69. In a game that featured 10 lead changes and seven ties, Shakira Austin led with 18 points and 16 rebounds. For the Aces, Veronica Burton scored 11 points and 11 assists. The Mystics have one more road game in San Fran on Monday. That’s their next game. Tip off at 10 p.m .ET. See you then.

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WNBA awards check in: It will be no surprise—and much deserved—if A’ja Wilson is again the MVP

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A’ja Wilson. | NBAE via Getty Images What are the criteria for the Most Valuable Player award? Is it the amalgamation of raw stats? Add up points, rebounds, assists, steals and blocks, and whoever has the highest total is the MVP? Or is it more nebulous? Do more advanced stats like gravity, plus-minus or net rating signal the intrinsic value of a player? Should team quality factor into someone’s value? And if so, how much? These are all good questions and ways to approach the MVP conversation...

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WNBA gameday discussion: Why head coach Cheryl Reeve and the Minnesota Lynx are ultimate winners

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Cheryl Reeve and Kayla McBride. | NBAE via Getty Images As each WNBA season progresses, it seems the sport becomes consumed by inflated and absurd chatter that, while infringing into real world concerns, often involves developments that don’t really matter. A question and answer from Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve’s most recent media availability, in contrast, reminds us of something real that is at stake. Reeve’s response also modeled the role of traditionally served by the WNBA, whe...

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“Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Bow Down to Her”: Dave Portnoy Calls Out NBA Legend After Caitlin Clark’s “Game of The Year” Performance

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Brastool Sports founder and president Dave Portnoy took a dig at Kareem Abdul-Jabbar after Caitlin Clark’s career night on Friday against the Seattle Storm. Clark made history by scoring 45 points and tallying 10 assists, becoming the first WNBA player to record such a double-double.

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Wings vs. Sparks Preview: Dallas’ five-game win streak on the line against Los Angeles

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CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - JULY 17: Nneka Ogwumike #30 of the Los Angeles Sparks shoots over Azura Stevens #30 of the Chicago Sky during the first half at Wintrust Arena on July 17, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. 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 Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Dallas Wings (16-8) will attempt to extend thei...

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