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The Dallas Wings win the WNBA draft lottery, earning the No. 1 pick next year
Read full article: The Dallas Wings win the WNBA draft lottery, earning the No. 1 pick next yearThe Dallas Wings won the WNBA draft lottery Sunday and the chance to draft UConn star Paige Bueckers with the No. 1 pick.
Dallas Wings hire Curt Miller as GM and executive vice president of basketball operations
Read full article: Dallas Wings hire Curt Miller as GM and executive vice president of basketball operationsThe Dallas Wings have hired Curt Miller as their general manager and executive vice president of basketball operations.
Caitlin Clark scores 28, Fever overcome Arike Ogunbowale's record-tying 9 3s and beat Wings 100-93
Read full article: Caitlin Clark scores 28, Fever overcome Arike Ogunbowale's record-tying 9 3s and beat Wings 100-93Caitlin Clark had 28 points and 12 assists and the Indiana Fever overcame a record-tying nine 3-pointers from Arike Ogunbowale in a 100-93 victory over the Dallas Wings.
Caitlin Clark breaks WNBA's game assist record with 19 in Fever's loss to Wings
Read full article: Caitlin Clark breaks WNBA's game assist record with 19 in Fever's loss to WingsIndiana rookie Caitlin Clark broke the WNBA record for assists in a game Wednesday night, finishing with 19 in the Fever’s 101-93 loss to the Dallas Wings.
WNBA heads to Olympic break with big All-Star weekend, showdown between US team and league standouts
Read full article: WNBA heads to Olympic break with big All-Star weekend, showdown between US team and league standoutsThe WNBA heads into its monthlong Olympic break following this weekend’s highly anticipated list of All-Star festivities.
Minnesota has continued its playoff momentum and is one of the top teams in the WNBA
Read full article: Minnesota has continued its playoff momentum and is one of the top teams in the WNBAMinessota picked up right where it left off in last year's playoffs and the Lynx are one of the top teams in the WNBA.
Diggins-Smith and Loyd combine for 40 points, Storm hand Wings a 6th straight loss, 92-84
Read full article: Diggins-Smith and Loyd combine for 40 points, Storm hand Wings a 6th straight loss, 92-84Skylar Diggins-Smith scored 21 points and Jewell Loyd added 19 as the Seattle Storm beat the Dallas Wings 92-84.
Clark, Reese and Brink have already been a huge boon for WNBA with high attendance and ratings
Read full article: Clark, Reese and Brink have already been a huge boon for WNBA with high attendance and ratingsFueled by its sensational rookie class of Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and Cameron Brink, the WNBA had a huge first week in terms of attendance, ratings and digital media.
A sellout for a WNBA preseason game? Welcome to the league's Caitlin Clark era
Read full article: A sellout for a WNBA preseason game? Welcome to the league's Caitlin Clark eraFans lined up outside the arena more than three hours before Caitlin Clark made her WNBA debut for the Indiana Fever in a preseason game against the Dallas Wings.
Defending champion Aces return to WNBA Finals, beat Wings 64-61 to complete sweep
Read full article: Defending champion Aces return to WNBA Finals, beat Wings 64-61 to complete sweepA’ja Wilson had 13 points and 13 rebounds, and the defending WNBA champion Las Vegas Aces advanced to the finals for the third time in four years, beating the Dallas Wings 64-61 for a three-game sweep.
WNBA scoring on near record pace with 40-point player performances common occurrences
Read full article: WNBA scoring on near record pace with 40-point player performances common occurrencesWNBA teams are scoring at near record levels thanks in strong part to a quicker pace and some impressive individual efforts.
Arike Ogunbowale scores 35 points, lead Wings to 90-77 victory over Mercury, Griner
Read full article: Arike Ogunbowale scores 35 points, lead Wings to 90-77 victory over Mercury, GrinerArike Ogunbowale scored 35 points, Satou Sabally added a double-double and Dallas pulled away in the second half to beat Phoenix 90-77.
Liberty stay in playoff chase after 91-73 win over Wings
Read full article: Liberty stay in playoff chase after 91-73 win over WingsSabrina Ionescu had 13 points, nine rebounds and seven assists, Sami Whitcomb added 15 points and the New York Liberty stayed in the playoff race with a 91-73 victory over the Dallas Wings.
Ogunbowale, McCowan help Wings beat Mercury 93-88, end skid
Read full article: Ogunbowale, McCowan help Wings beat Mercury 93-88, end skidArike Ogunbowale hit six 3-pointers and finished with 24 points, Teaira McCowan had 17 points and 10 rebounds — both season highs — and the Dallas Wings beat the Phoenix Mercury 93-88.
U.S. women’s 3x3 basketball undefeated, punch ticket to Olympic semifinals
Read full article: U.S. women’s 3x3 basketball undefeated, punch ticket to Olympic semifinalsAfter the team picked up an impressive win against China’s 3x3 team, the squad is now undefeated and represents the only U.S. team without a loss.
WNBA Awards: Chicago Sky coach, James Wade named Coach of the Week
Read full article: WNBA Awards: Chicago Sky coach, James Wade named Coach of the WeekAt the helm, Wade led the Sky to an 8-4 record for the month as Chicago finished June with an 10-8 overall record. Chicago went 5-3 on the road and 3-1 at Wintrust Arena in June.
WNBA: Recap of the three games on Monday
Read full article: WNBA: Recap of the three games on MondayThe WNBA had three competitive games on Monday and has a even sharper line up of games on Tuesday. DeWanna Bonner scored 12 points for Connecticut (2-6), and grabbed nine rebounds to move into 20th on the WNBA career list. Brittney Griner had 22 points and 13 rebounds while Briana Turner added 13 points and 11 rebounds for Phoenix. Sami Whitcomb added 17 points for Seattle and Ezi Magbegor scored 13 points and Alysha Clark had 12 points. Allie Quigley led Chicago with 13 points andCheyenne Parker added 12 points.
WNBA: Recap of the three games from Tuesday
Read full article: WNBA: Recap of the three games from TuesdaySix teams went head to head in WNBA action on Tuesday, but only three came out on top. Aja Wilson had a double-double with 12 points and 10 rebounds while Kayla McBride scored 15 points for Las Vegas. Rookie Crystal Dangerfield added 12 points and Napheesa Collier had eight points and 12 rebounds for Minnesota. Myisha Hines-Allen led Washington with 12 points while Tianna Hawkins and Emma Meesseman each scored 10 points. Candace Parker added 16 points for Los Angeles while Brittney Sykes scored 15 points and Nneka Ogwumike poured in 11 points.
WNBA: Recap of the 3 Thursday night games
Read full article: WNBA: Recap of the 3 Thursday night gamesJewell Lloyd added 20 points and Jordin Canada poured in 14 points for the Seattle squad. Carter became the first rookie in Dream history to score 25 or more points in two straight games. Arike Ogunbowale led Dallas with 17 points, Isabelle Harrison added 12 points and Tyasha Harris scored 10 points. Phoenix Mercury 96, Chicago Sky 86Diana Taurasi and Brittany Griner each scored 22 points as the Phoenix Mercury defeat the Chicago Sky. Courtney Vandersloot led the Sky with 21 points, Kahleah Copper added 18 and Allie Quigley poured in 13 points for the Chicago squad.
WNBA: Previewing all three Tuesday night games
Read full article: WNBA: Previewing all three Tuesday night gamesThree WNBA games are scheduled for Tuesday, with most teams going into their third or fourth games of the season. Dallas Wings vs. Chicago Sky -- 6 p.m. ETThe Sky (3-1) got a huge 88-86 victory over the defending WNBA champion Washington Mystics on Saturday. Courtney Vandersloot, Cheyenne Parker, Gabby Williams and Diamond DeShields will be relied upon to get Chicago a win against a young Wings team. The Sun will need its young talent to step up to secure a win against a tough Storm team.
WNBA: Recap of the weekend action
Read full article: WNBA: Recap of the weekend actionThe weekend was full of WNBA action, both on Saturday and Sunday with teams getting into the swing of things. Chicago Sky 88, Washington Mystics 86Gabby Williams and Cheyenne Parker each scored 16 points as the Chicago Sky barely beat the Washington Mystics. Jewell Loyd added 17 points, Jordin Canada poured in 16 points and rookie Ezi Magbegor had a career-high 12 points for Seattle. Diana Taurasi had 18 points, nine assists, three steals and two blocks and Brittney Griner added 16 points for Phoenix. Kia Nurse led the Liberty with 16 points while Layshia Clarendon added 12 points and Amanda Zahui B. scored 11.
WNBA: 4 more games to set up action for Wednesday
Read full article: WNBA: 4 more games to set up action for WednesdayThe WNBA action continues this week with four games of action for Wednesday. Phoenix Mercury vs. Indiana Fever, 7 p.m. ESTBoth teams are looking to bounce back and secure a win after dropping their season openers. For the Indiana Fever, they will look to 2019 WNBA All-Star MVP Erica Wheeler and Kelsey Mitchell who averages 25 points per game. Atlanta Dream vs. Las Vegas Aces, 10 p.m. ESTThe Dream are looking to keep their win streak against the Aces who dropped their season opener. The Dream will need their star power from Monique Billings who leads the team in scoring with 30 points per game.
WNBA announces 2020 season is dedicated to social justice
Read full article: WNBA announces 2020 season is dedicated to social justiceThe mission of the Social Justice Council is to be a driving force of necessary and continuing conversations about race, voting rights, LGBTQ+ advocacy, and gun control amongst other important societal issues. Players will lead Justice CouncilThe work of the Social Justice Council will be led by players such as Layshia Clarendon, Sydney Colson, Breanna Stewart, Tierra Ruffin-Pratt, Aja Wilson and Satou Sabally, among others. The expanded list of Social Justice Council members, advisors, and programming will be announced at a later date. Players to wear social justice messagesThroughout the season, players will wear NIKE-branded warm-up shirts that display Black Lives Matter on the front. We are incredibly proud of WNBA players who continue to lead with their inspiring voices and effective actions in the leagues dedicated fight against systemic racism and violence, said WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert.
WNBA: 7 players test positive for COVID-19
Read full article: WNBA: 7 players test positive for COVID-19NEW YORK CITY With the WNBA planning to begin its season later this month, teams along with personnel had to get tested before entering training camp. With almost 140 players being tested in that timeframe, only seven tested positive for COVID-19. According to the WNBA, players who have tested positive will remain in self isolation until she has been cleared by a physician and has followed public health protocols. Players and staff will be arriving at the bubble location, which is IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida. The 12th team -- the Indiana Fever -- will not be arriving for another five days due to CDC health protocols.
Here are the latest WNBA team power rankings for the upcoming season
Read full article: Here are the latest WNBA team power rankings for the upcoming seasonPlayer-wise, none of the squad has opted out and they will be returning WNBA veteran Sue Bird. With a 22-12 record in 2018, the Sparks added some new faces to the squad including WNBA star Kristi Toliver, Tea Cooper and Reshanda Gray. The team signed WNBA star Skylar Diggins-Smith creating the leagues Big 3 which is comprised of the all-star along with WNBA veteran Diana Taurasi and center Brittney Griner. The squad brings back Victoria Vivans, who had a good rookie season in 2018 but was out last season due to a knee injury. The team added newcomer Layshia Clarendon, whos entering her eighth WNBA season.
WNBA: Dream take on Sky; Wings face Mercury; Storm match-up with Lynx
Read full article: WNBA: Dream take on Sky; Wings face Mercury; Storm match-up with LynxAtlanta Dream vs. Chicago Sky Preview (tip-off 12 p.m. EST)Coming off a win against the Dallas Wings, the Chicago Sky are looking to continue their three-game win streak in a noon battle against the Atlanta Dream. The Mercury hope for a much better outing than their first meeting with the Wings this season on June 20. Griner and Bonner were held to a combined 20 points as Phoenix shot 24.6 percent and was outrebounded 49-28. The Dallas Wings are looking to avoid a third straight loss as they square off with the Phoenix Mercury. Sims, meanwhile, totaled 20 points in those two contests.