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Caitlin Clark makes her 100th 3, finishes with triple-double as Fever beat Sparks 93-86
Read full article: Caitlin Clark makes her 100th 3, finishes with triple-double as Fever beat Sparks 93-86Caitlin Clark became the fastest player in WNBA history to reach 100 3-pointers in a season and finished with 24 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists for her second career triple-double as the playoff-bound Indiana Fever beat the Los Angeles Sparks 93-86.
Inside the numbers: Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and the WNBA rookie of the year race
Read full article: Inside the numbers: Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and the WNBA rookie of the year raceWNBA award voters, regardless of who they pick, will be able to say the following when it comes time to choose between Indiana’s Caitlin Clark and Chicago’s Angel Reese in this season’s rookie of the year balloting: “She did things the league has never seen before.”.
Caitlin Clark turns focus back to basketball as training camp opens for Indiana Fever
Read full article: Caitlin Clark turns focus back to basketball as training camp opens for Indiana FeverCaitlin Clark returned to the basketball court Sunday — focused entirely on learning a new system and winning games.
Candace Parker, a 3-time WNBA champion and 2-time Olympic gold medalist, announces retirement
Read full article: Candace Parker, a 3-time WNBA champion and 2-time Olympic gold medalist, announces retirementThree-time WNBA champion and two-time Olympic gold medalist Candace Parker has announced she’s retiring after 16 seasons.
Women's basketball growth helped by star players, more media coverage, rules changes
Read full article: Women's basketball growth helped by star players, more media coverage, rules changesWomen’s basketball has grown in popularity over the past few years thanks in no small part to the sensational play of Caitlin Clark.
Londynn Jones leads No. 2 UCLA to 71-64 win over No. 6 USC despite 27 points from JuJu Watkins
Read full article: Londynn Jones leads No. 2 UCLA to 71-64 win over No. 6 USC despite 27 points from JuJu WatkinsLondynn Jones scored 21 points, including five 3-pointers, and second-ranked UCLA defeated No. 6 USC 71-64 in a battle of unbeaten crosstown rivals Saturday, despite 27 points and 11 rebounds from JuJu Watkins at a sold-out Pauley Pavilion.
WNBA champion Aces built for a three-peat with finals MVP A'ja Wilson, core group returning
Read full article: WNBA champion Aces built for a three-peat with finals MVP A'ja Wilson, core group returningA’ja Wilson and the Las Vegas Aces are poised for a possible three-peat and continue one of the greatest runs in league history.
Versatile forwards including Stewart, Wilson in WNBA playoffs reflect growth of women's game
Read full article: Versatile forwards including Stewart, Wilson in WNBA playoffs reflect growth of women's gameThe WNBA has evolved to an era where more and more post players are diversifying their game to be able to step out and shoot 3s, handle the basketball and not just play with their back-to-the-basket.
Breanna Stewart edges Alyssa Thomas and A'ja Wilson for WNBA MVP award in tight race
Read full article: Breanna Stewart edges Alyssa Thomas and A'ja Wilson for WNBA MVP award in tight raceBreanna Stewart won the WNBA’s Most Valuable Player award for the second time in her career Tuesday in a very close race.
Super teams in Las Vegas, New York and Brittney Griner's return headline upcoming WNBA season
Read full article: Super teams in Las Vegas, New York and Brittney Griner's return headline upcoming WNBA seasonExpectations and intrigue surround the WNBA as the league tips off its 27th season this weekend.
Sun rout Sky 104-80, force Game 5 in WNBA semifinals series
Read full article: Sun rout Sky 104-80, force Game 5 in WNBA semifinals seriesDeWanna Bonner and Courtney Williams each scored 19 points to help the Connecticut Sun rout the Chicago Sky 104-80 and force a decisive Game 5 in their WNBA playoffs semifinal series.
Parker helps Sky beat Sun 76-72, take 2-1 series lead
Read full article: Parker helps Sky beat Sun 76-72, take 2-1 series leadCandace Parker had 16 points and 11 rebounds while Kahleah Copper added 15 points and the Chicago Sky beat the Connecticut Sun 76-72 in Game 3 of the WNBA playoffs semifinals.
Parker, Chicago advance to WNBA semis, beat New York 90-72
Read full article: Parker, Chicago advance to WNBA semis, beat New York 90-72Candace Parker had 14 points, 13 rebounds and eight assists to lead the Chicago Sky over the New York Liberty 90-72 in the deciding Game 3 to advance to the semifinals of the WNBA playoffs.
Griner's name permeates WNBA All-Star Game, Team Wilson wins
Read full article: Griner's name permeates WNBA All-Star Game, Team Wilson winsA’ja Wilson, Breanna Stewart and the rest of the WNBA All-Stars lined up along the sideline after halftime, the No. 42 and the name Griner on the back of all of their jerseys.
Trio of Chicago Sky players headline WNBA All-Star reserves
Read full article: Trio of Chicago Sky players headline WNBA All-Star reservesCourtney Vandersloot, Kahleah Copper and Emma Meesseman will get a chance to play before their home fans as the trio was selected as reserves for the WNBA All-Star Game on July 10 in Chicago.
2022 WNBA All-Star starters and captains announced; Storm’s Sue Bird earns record 13th selection
Read full article: 2022 WNBA All-Star starters and captains announced; Storm’s Sue Bird earns record 13th selectionSeattle Storm guard Sue Bird, a four-time WNBA champion and the league’s career assists leader, has extended her record number of All-Star selections to 13.
WNBA Weekend Recap: Sky take win against Dream; Fever gain a win against Sky
Read full article: WNBA Weekend Recap: Sky take win against Dream; Fever gain a win against SkyThe Chicago Sky took the win against the Atlanta Dream while the Indiana Fever defeat the Sky even as they take the top spot in the East for the Commissioners Cup.
WNBA game preview: Sky take on Dream; Parker ruled out
Read full article: WNBA game preview: Sky take on Dream; Parker ruled outThe Chicago Sky will take on the Atlanta Dream in their second matchup of the season, but it might be a challenge as the Sky’s star forward Candace Parker has been ruled out due to a knee injury.
EXPLAINER: Why WNBA players go overseas to play in offseason
Read full article: EXPLAINER: Why WNBA players go overseas to play in offseasonRussia has been a popular destination for WNBA players like Brittney Griner over the past two decades because of the money they can make playing there in the winter.
Candace Parker voted AP Female Athlete of Year for 2nd time
Read full article: Candace Parker voted AP Female Athlete of Year for 2nd timeCandace Parker staved off Father Time to help the Chicago Sky win the franchise’s first WNBA championship and capped off 2021 by being named The Associated Press’ Female Athlete of the Year for a second time.
Chicago wins first WNBA title with 80-74 win over Phoenix
Read full article: Chicago wins first WNBA title with 80-74 win over PhoenixAllie Quigley scored 26 points and Candace Parker added 16 points, 13 rebounds and five assists to help Chicago win its first WNBA championship with a 80-74 victory over the Phoenix Mercury.
Chicago uses stellar defensive effort to rout Phoenix 86-50
Read full article: Chicago uses stellar defensive effort to rout Phoenix 86-50Kahleah Copper scored 20 of her 22 points in the first half and Chicago used a dominant defensive effort to reach a record rout of the Phoenix Mercury 86-50, moving the Sky one victory away from the franchise’s first WNBA title.
Delle Donne, Ogwumike return after long injury layoffs
Read full article: Delle Donne, Ogwumike return after long injury layoffsElena Delle Donne and Chiney Ogwumike will have a major impact on the Washington Mystics and Los Angeles Sparks playoff chances now that they're back on the basketball court.
2021 WNBA All-Star Rosters announced
Read full article: 2021 WNBA All-Star Rosters announcedThe game will not only be a place where you can see the league’s best but it also a celebratory send-off of the WNBA players who will compete in the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, as the women from the WNBA will face those going to the Olympics.
WNBA: General Manager survey favors Las Vegas Aces to win championship
Read full article: WNBA: General Manager survey favors Las Vegas Aces to win championshipIn the 18th edition of the poll, the WNBA’s 12 general managers assessed the league’s best teams, players, coaches, offseason moves and more.
Globe-trotter Candace Parker returns home to play for Sky
Read full article: Globe-trotter Candace Parker returns home to play for Sky(AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)CHICAGO – Candace Parker talked about seeing her grandmother hold up the newspaper during their call, thrilled she is coming home to play for the Chicago Sky. “I'm so excited to be home and I say that from the bottom of my heart,” Parker said during a Zoom conference Tuesday. “When she decided, she told me even before, ‘If I come, I’m coming to ball,'” he said. She said she started thinking about playing for the Sky a few weeks ago and would not have left Los Angeles for any other team. “(I) have obviously evolved, and a lot of it had to do with me living in Knoxville and me living in Los Angeles and Russia and Istanbul and China.
Taurasi re-signs in Phoenix while Clark heads to Washington
Read full article: Taurasi re-signs in Phoenix while Clark heads to WashingtonTaurasi is staying in Phoenix while Alysha Clark is heading across the country to join the Washington Mystics. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)NEW YORK – Diana Taurasi is staying in Phoenix while Alysha Clark is heading across the country to join the Washington Mystics. Unlike Parker, there was no real expectation the 38-year-old Taurasi would leave the team that drafted her No. Clark also led the WNBA in 3-point field goal percentage (52.2) for the second consecutive season. Change is never easy but having teammates and an organization excited to have you join their family makes it better,” Clark said.
AP sources: Parker headed to Chicago, McBride to Minnesota
Read full article: AP sources: Parker headed to Chicago, McBride to MinnesotaThe person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity Wednesday, Jan. 27, because no official announcement is allowed until Feb. 1. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)Candace Parker is headed home and Kayla McBride is getting a fresh start in Minnesota. that she would be signing with the Lynx once free agents can officially ink deals Monday. Nearly 75% of the players on the Sparks' roster are free agents. That’s led to increased player movement from our roster.”Two players who are free agents but won't be moving are Sue Bird and Diana Taurasi.
The Latest: Ali to host Women's Sports Foundation awards
Read full article: The Latest: Ali to host Women's Sports Foundation awardsFILE - In this July 10, 2019, file photo, Laila Ali arrives at the ESPY Awards in Los Angeles. Ali will host the Womens Sports Foundation awards show featuring Candace Parker, Tom Brady and Carli Lloyd. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP, File)NEW YORK – Laila Ali will host the Women’s Sports Foundation awards show featuring Candace Parker, Tom Brady and Carli Lloyd. In 1974, King created the Women’s Sports Foundation, which provides sports programming and grants for young athletes. The Czech team says 16 others have to be re-tested after the results of their tests were inconclusive.
WNBA: Recap of Wednesdays three games
Read full article: WNBA: Recap of Wednesdays three gamesMinnesota Lynx 92, New York Liberty 66Bridget Carleton scored 25 points and second year player Lexie Brown had 15 points and swiped seven steals, as the Minnesota Lynx beat the New York Liberty. Amanda Zahui B. led a winless New York team with 13 points. Eastern conference player of the week Myisha Hines-Allen added 18 points and 10 boards and Leilani Mitchell scored 11 points. Riquna Williams added 13 points for the Sparks along with Sydney Weise who had eight points. Kelsey Mitchell led Indiana with 24 points, veteran Candice Dupree scored 16 and Teaira McCowan had 13 points.
WNBA: Preview of three Wednesday night games
Read full article: WNBA: Preview of three Wednesday night gamesETLooking to run their winning streak to three games, the Minnesota Lynx look to keep the winless New York Liberty at bay. Both have been a spark in the Minnesota offense and will be relied upon to help the Lynx pick up a win. Las Vegas Aces vs. Washington Mystics, 8 p.m. They both were key in a recent win over the Dallas Wings. On Sunday, Kelsey Mitchell had 23 points and Candice Dupree scored 21 in a recent win over Atlanta.
WNBA: Connecticut Sun, Dallas Wings, Los Angeles Sparks all get victories
Read full article: WNBA: Connecticut Sun, Dallas Wings, Los Angeles Sparks all get victoriesJonquel Jones led the way for the Sun with 15 points and 14 rebounds, while Courtney Williams had 14 points. Dallas Wings 87, New York Liberty 64The Dallas Wings move out of last place in the WNBA standings with the win against the New York Liberty. The Wings were led by Arike Ogunbowale who scored 22 points and Megan Gustafson added 11 points. The Liberty were led by Kia Nurse who scored 13 points and Asia Durr chipped in 10 points. Los Angeles Sparks 76, Las Vegas Aces 68Nneka Ogwumike had 19 points and 11 rebounds for the Los Angeles Sparks as they get a great win over the Las Vegas Aces.
WNBA: Connecticut Sun, Dallas Wings, Los Angeles Sparks all get victories
Read full article: WNBA: Connecticut Sun, Dallas Wings, Los Angeles Sparks all get victoriesConnecticut Sun 68, Phoenix Mercury 62With the win the Connecticut Sun have won six straight games and are at the top of the leaderboard in the WNBA. Dallas Wings 87, New York Liberty 64The Dallas Wings move out of last place in the WNBA standings with the win against the New York Liberty. The Wings were led by Arike Ogunbowale who scored 22 points and Megan Gustafson added 11 points. Los Angeles Sparks 76, Las Vegas Aces 68Nneka Ogwumike had 19 points and 11 rebounds for the Los Angeles Sparks as they get a great win over the Las Vegas Aces. The Aces were led by Kayla MacBride who had 19 points while Dearica Hamby added 11 points.
WNBA: Los Angeles Sparks pull out win against Dallas Wings
Read full article: WNBA: Los Angeles Sparks pull out win against Dallas WingsLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 18: Forward Chiney Ogwumike #13 of the Los Angeles Sparks looks to put up a shot during a game against the Washington Mystics at Staples Center on June 18, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by KatharineThe Los Angeles Sparks pulled out a close five-point win against the Dallas Sparks on Thursday. Last time these two teams met up the Wings handled the Sparks with a 12-point margin of victory. This time things were different, as the Sparks came out on top but not without a fight from the Wings. This was the Sparks third straight win and game without All-Star guard Candace Parker.
WNBA: Los Angeles Sparks pull out win against Dallas Wings
Read full article: WNBA: Los Angeles Sparks pull out win against Dallas WingsThe Los Angeles Sparks pulled out a close five-point win against the Dallas Sparks on Thursday. Last time these two teams met up the Wings handled the Sparks with a 12-point margin of victory. The Sparks trailed by as many as 16 points in the first half but exploded in a 24-9 run in the third quarter to take the lead. Nneka Ogwumike scored 22 points while her sis Chiney added 12 points and Chelsea Gray had 11 points and nine rebounds. Allisha Gray added 11 points while Imani McGee-Stafford contributed 9 points.
WNBA: Dallas Wings defeat Los Angeles Sparks in afternoon matchup
Read full article: WNBA: Dallas Wings defeat Los Angeles Sparks in afternoon matchupLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 18: Guard Sydney Wiese #24 of the Los Angeles Sparks looks for an opening under the hoop while forward Tianna Hawkins #21 of the Washington Mystics blocks during a game at Staples Center on June 18, 2019 in LosAn afternoon matchup between the Los Angeles Sparks and the Dallas Wings brought an unexpected win for the Wings, 74-62. Kayla Thornton led the way for the Wings with 17 points and Kaela Davis added 13 points. Thornton scored eight straight points for Dallas in a two-minute span. Arike Ogunbowale and Glory Johnson both scored 14 points as well for the Wings. For the Sparks, Nneka Ogwumike had 15 points and 10 rebounds and Riquna Williams added 14 points.
WNBA: Dallas Wings defeat Los Angeles Sparks in afternoon matchup
Read full article: WNBA: Dallas Wings defeat Los Angeles Sparks in afternoon matchupAn afternoon matchup between the Los Angeles Sparks and the Dallas Wings brought an unexpected win for the Wings, 74-62. Kayla Thornton led the way for the Wings with 17 points and Kaela Davis added 13 points. Thornton scored eight straight points for Dallas in a two-minute span. Arike Ogunbowale and Glory Johnson both scored 14 points as well for the Wings. For the Sparks, Nneka Ogwumike had 15 points and 10 rebounds and Riquna Williams added 14 points.