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Nikki Blue taking patient approach to new role as Phoenix Mercury interim head coach

By Jesse Morrison / June 28, 2023

Nikki Blue has her work cut out for her as the Phoenix Mercury are 2-11

Los Angeles Sparks big Nneka Ogwumike looks out at the court from the baseline behind the basket, as a ref stands next to her

Sparks’ ‘big’ lineup may be key moving forward

By David Mendez-Yapkowitz / June 28, 2023

‘It’s going to be a part of our identity’

Washington Mystics center/forward Shakira Austin holds the ball in front of her at waist height as she warms up for a game. She is wearing a black warm-up shirt that reads, "Own your legacy."

How Shakira Austin’s hip injury changes things for Washington Mystics

By Jenn Hatfield / June 27, 2023

‘A huge, huge loss on both sides of the ball’

Chicago Sky notebook: What to make of six-game losing streak, Marina Mabrey expanding offensive repertoire

By James Kay / June 27, 2023

James Wade: We just have to be stronger

Skylar Diggins-Smith’s return to the court remains a mystery

By Jesse Morrison / June 27, 2023

‘We know as much as you’

Dallas Wings head coach Latricia Trammell directs her team from the sideline during a regular season game. She's wearing black clothing underneath a dark grey blazer.

Why the road is so difficult for the Dallas Wings

By Arie Graham / June 27, 2023

How defense, point guard play are critical to a turnaround

Locked on Women’s Basketball: Hot seat shake-up in Phoenix

By The Next / June 26, 2023

Missy and Jesse discuss the coaching change in Phoenix, interim head coach Nikki Blue —WNBA All-Star starter list

Nia Coffey walks out to the court before Atlanta's home game against New York on June 23

How Nia Coffey anchors the Atlanta Dream’s defense, a film study

By Hunter Cruse / June 26, 2023

‘It’s just about applying pressure, so I can be a threat on both ends of the floor’

Alyssa Thomas makes triple-double history after All-Star snub

By Jacqueline LeBlanc / June 26, 2023

It’s the second triple-double that Connecticut’s star point forward recorded this week

Washington Mystics guard Ariel Atkins runs back on defense and points with her right hand to an unpictured teammate, crediting her for an assist.

Even in defeat, Washington Mystics show newfound consistency, offensive improvement

By Jenn Hatfield / June 26, 2023

Sunday’s scoreboard doesn’t tell the full story of Mystics’ growth this season