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Cleveland Sirens unveil name, branding for WNBA expansion team

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Updated Aug 5, 7:56 AM ET

The Cleveland Sirens unveiled their new logo and branding for the expansion team that will join the WNBA in 2028.

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Kelsey Plum set for return, Mercury debut after 'crazy 48 hours'

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Updated Aug 4, 6:56 PM ET

Kelsey Plum said she felt caught in the Spider-Man "multiverse" as she was introduced as the newest member of the Mercury on Monday evening in Chicago, saying it feels as though she's operating in a few different dimensions at once.

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Caitlin Clark just wants to shut up and dribble — and it's time we let her

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In an era where every athlete is supposed to have an opinion on everything, Clark just wants to ball. Her reward for not taking a stance on controversial issues? Getting attacked from both sides.

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Sky coach Tyler Marsh blasts WNBA referees after Kamilla Cardoso gets zero free throws: ‘It was a joke’

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Updated Aug 4, 10:07 PM ET

Tyler Marsh delivered a profane assessment of the officiating after Kamilla Cardoso did not attempt a free throw in the Chicago Sky’s loss to the Phoenix Mercury.

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WNBA gameday discussion: Will the Golden State Valkyries regret sitting out the trade deadline?

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Cecilia Zandalisini, Janelle Salaün and Gabby Williams. | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect In his WNBA trade deadline tiers, Edwin Garcia suggested the Golden State Valkyries should sit tight. A top three team in the standings in just their second season of existence, he saw no need for the organization to aggressively make an addition. The Valkyries themselves appeared to agree. Reported as a team that did give the Los Angeles Sparks a call about Kelsey Plum, Golden State chose not to expend...

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Backlash Erupts From WNBA Fans as Paige Bueckers Gets Ranked Above Caitlin Clark

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Caitlin Clark became the fastest player to reach 4 career triple-doubles against the Portland Fire on Friday. Meanwhile, Paige Bueckers is helping the Dallas Wings orchestrate a massive turnaround, from a 10-34 record last season to currently being #4 with a 19-11 record.

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Caitlin Clark Wins WNBA Player of the Week Again as Indiana Fever Celebrate

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Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever had their five-game winning streak snapped Sunday by the Minnesota Lynx, 108-100. Williams scored 27 points, while Miles led the team with 28 points on a blistering 11-of-14 shooting performance from the field. Guard Clark recorded her second consecutive double-double, finishing with 19 points and 10 assists.

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‘Most Exciting Player in the WNBA’ — 9-Year NBA Veteran Reveals MVP Pick, and It’s Not Caitlin Clark or A’ja Wilson

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When WNBA MVP discussions start, Caitlin Clark and A’ja Wilson are almost always at the center of the conversation. Both superstars have put together outstanding campaigns, making them two of the favorites to win the award in the eyes of many analysts and fans.

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