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Angel Reese records double-double in Dream debut as Atlanta rallies past Lynx 91-90

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Angel Reese made an immediate impact in her debut with the Atlanta Dream, recording a double-double with 11 points and 14 rebounds to help Atlanta complete a dramatic 91-90 comeback victory over the Minnesota Lynx on Saturday night at Target Center in Minneapolis. The Dream appeared headed for a difficult start to the season after […]

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Nia Coffey hits late 3-pointer in the Lynx's 88-84 win over the Mercury

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Natasha Howard had 14 points and 11 rebounds, Nia Coffey made a wide-open 3-pointer with 25.6 seconds left for a four-point lead, and the Minnesota Lynx beat the Phoenix Mercury 88-84 on Tuesday night. Coffey's third 3-pointer — for an 87-83 lead — was set up by a nice drive and pass by rookie Olivia Miles. Then, Miles secured a rebound after a missed 3-pointer, and she made 1 of 2 free throws with 13.2 left to seal it.

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Phoenix Mercury feel effects of early-season grind after home opener loss

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PHOENIX — Opening nights in the Valley are always special, but this year, the Phoenix Mercury played their first home game of the season after playing two games in three days. May 12, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Mercury guard Jovana Nogic (29) against the Minnesota Lynx in the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center.

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Angel Reese Was Heavily Booed For Mid-Game Celebration vs. Wings

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Angel Reese appears to be embracing the villain role in the WNBA. When the Atlanta Dream and Dallas Wings squared off Tuesday night, Reese hit the "too small" celebration after grabbing an offensive rebound and scoring over Odyssey Sims. It didn't take long for the fans in Dallas to let the former ...

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WNBA Board of Governors approves Connecticut Sun sale, relocation to Houston for 2027

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After nearly a year of negotiations, the WNBA Board of Governors officially approved the sale of the Connecticut Sun to Houston Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta and the franchise’s relocation to Houston for the 2027 season. According to a release from the WNBA, the sale and relocation were unanimously approved by the board. ESPN reported March 27 that Fertitta is purchasing the Sun for $300 ...

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The WNBA Is Already Facing Public Criticism For Its Officiating Changes

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We're not even a full week into the 2026 WNBA season, but it's fair to say the league has an officiating problem on its hands. WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert talked about wanting to make officiating changes during All-Star Weekend last July. Her plan was to address the inconsistent calls and ...

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