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The USA women’s national team remains unbeaten at the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup, boasting a 3‑0 record and a 33‑game winning streak as they prepare for a quarterfinal match on September 10.
Team USA finished the group stage 3‑0, beating China, Italy and the Czech Republic, with Jackie Young and Sonia Citron delivering key performances ahead of the quarterfinal.
Angel Reese combines elite rebounding skill, a viral branding concept, and savvy commercial partnerships to become a defining figure in women’s basketball.
Jackie Young’s blend of scoring prowess, defensive intensity and championship experience has propelled Team USA to the brink of a FIBA World Cup title.
A growing wave of sister‑brother duos is dominating elite hockey leagues, blending talent, ambition, and family bonds into a new era of competition.
A'ja Wilson, the reigning WNBA MVP and key figure for the Las Vegas Aces, has been forced to pull out of the upcoming FIBA World Cup in Berlin due to health issues. Her spot will be taken by Sonia Citron and Kiki Iriafen, while the United States prepares for the competition without one of its brightest talents.
After being waived by the Atlanta Dream, Aaliyah Nye signed with the Los Angeles Sparks, bringing her record‑breaking three‑point shooting and SEC leadership to a team eyeing a playoff push.
The Upshot League’s first season, featuring teams in Charlotte, Jacksonville, Greensboro and Savannah, showcased high‑level competition, player development and early success stories that are reshaping the landscape of women’s professional basketball.
Rhyne Howard’s selection to the 12‑player roster for the 2026 FIBA World Cup in Berlin highlights a lineup that blends veteran champions with rising stars, all aiming for a historic fifth straight gold.
U.S. forward Napheesa Collier, a two‑time Olympic gold medalist, has been selected for the FIBA World Cup roster, bringing her resilience and recent form back to the international stage while the WNBA pauses for the tournament.
Sophie Cunningham’s remarks on trans athletes have sparked backlash, but the Indiana Fever’s on‑court performances, from Chelsea Gray’s historic buzzer‑beaters to Caitlin Clark’s international call‑up, keep the spotlight on the game.
Jenn-Jenn Marshall, a Las Vegas youth basketball coach, has been selected as one of five national finalists for the Jr. NBA and Jr. WNBA Community Coach of the Year award, the first time a woman and a Jr. WNBA coach from the Aces organization has received the nomination.
OutKick founder Clay Travis upped his wager to $10 million, challenging the Las Vegas Aces to face a high school boys team, igniting a fresh round of controversy surrounding Sophie Cunningham’s remarks and the league’s stance on gender inclusion.
Allisha Gray’s clutch shot, A’ja Wilson’s historic scoring surge, and key injury developments defined Week 12 of the WNBA.
Mai Yamamoto's first WNBA appearance came on July 23 for the Las Vegas Aces, where she logged three minutes, assisted a three‑pointer, and earned a standing ovation. Coach Becky Hammon highlighted her high basketball IQ and professionalism as the team prepares for a road trip against the Chicago Sky.
Kelsey Plum, a key player for the Los Angeles Sparks, has returned to full practice after a five‑week absence and is slated to play with minutes restrictions on Sunday. The team, sitting at 10‑17, is considering trading her before the deadline, prompting coach Lynne Roberts and veteran Bill Laimbeer to weigh the next steps.
After a five‑week injury layoff, Kelsey Plum is set to debut for the Los Angeles Sparks with minutes restrictions, while the team debates whether to trade her before the deadline
Despite an average age of just 24.1, the Washington Mystics have vaulted into playoff contention thanks to a defense that ranks among the league’s best, even as their offense sputters.
Caitlin Clark is delivering a career‑high performance for the Indiana Fever, averaging 21.5 points and 7.9 assists while the team tops the league in scoring and point differential.
Caitlin Clark's latest 32‑point performance fuels the Indiana Fever's climb, showcasing career‑high shooting splits and a team poised for playoff contention.
Harmoni Turner, a 2025 Harvard graduate, navigates setbacks and overseas experience to reclaim her spot in the WNBA.
Former college standout Deja Kelly found herself at the center of a social media firestorm after allegations involving teammates sparked widespread attention to her athletic achievements.
DiJonai Carrington’s recent social‑media accusations against former partner NaLyssa Smith have turned a private breakup into a public spectacle, drawing reactions from teammates, sponsors and the WNBA itself.
The Indiana Fever guard will run a basketball camp for kids aged 6‑15 on July 19 in Carmel, Indiana, while the team pursues its third consecutive victory.