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Sparks ‘showing a lot of resolve’ as road test looms

By David Mendez-Yapkowitz / August 21, 2021

‘We’re definitely going to have to take this grit on the road’

The Next writers weigh in on Seattle Storm WNBA trade deadline options, potential deals

By Em Adler / August 20, 2021

A closer look at what the Storm could consider doing, and suggested return

Dawn Staley: Rested, Revived and Ready

By Dorothy J. Gentry / August 19, 2021

Staley Talks Olympics, Replacement and Revving up for NCAA

Fever notes: Victoria Vivians, inconsistent offense, unexpected absences

By Ben Rosof / August 19, 2021

Looking to continue the momentum generated by a surprising three-game winning streak heading into the Olympic break, the Indiana Fever began the second “half” of their season with a west coast road trip. Although they’ve hung tight against their first two opponents, the Los Angeles Sparks and the Phoenix Mercury, they’ve been unable to string…

Tiffany Hayes on the floor against the Washington Mystics

How the Atlanta Dream can capitalize on their last sliver of hope

By Spencer Nusbaum / August 18, 2021

Exclusive info on the status of Chennedy Carter, Tiffany Hayes and a historically bad-but-improving defense

Year 1 of Commissioner’s Cup shows potential of in-season competition

By Alex Simon / August 18, 2021

Sights and sounds from around the inaugural WNBA Commissioner’s Cup championship game and a look at how it grows from here.

Aces' Liz Cambage takes a shot over Mystics' Tina Charles. Photo via Twitter, @LVAces.

Aces shake off golden rust, look toward championship

By Sydney Olmstead / August 17, 2021

A’ja Wilson will be the first to admit she’s tired, but she won’t let that stop her from helping her team win

Amanda Zahui B. (Screenshot via WNBA Content Network)

How the Sparks found a winning formula in return to Staples Center

By David Mendez-Yapkowitz / August 17, 2021

Sparks pull out a win in return to Staples Center.

Ariel Atkins honored for making Team USA

Inside Ariel Atkins’ Olympic experience with Team USA

By Jenn Hatfield / August 17, 2021

There was a gold medal, of course, but also midnight phone calls, lessons from veterans and birthday celebrations

Minnesota Lynx guard Layshia Clarendon looks to pass the ball in a game against the Washington Mystics on June 8, 2021. (Photo credit: Domenic Allegra)

The Minnesota Lynx are ready to return full throttle

By Alyssa Graham / August 14, 2021

‘I don’t know that it’s necessarily about carrying the moment over, but just continuing to get better’