WNBA
Women's National Basketball Association
Potential WNBA commissioner candidates to succeed Cathy Engelbert
Executives from the WNBA, NBA and Nike are among potential candidates to succeed Cathy Engelbert when she retires.
Arena for 76ers, Flyers to open in 2030, marks 'new era'
The 76ers and Flyers have unveiled renderings of their new fully privately funded arena in South Philadelphia, which is targeted to open before the WNBA season in 2030.
U.S. closes pool play with 105-64 rout of Czechia
The United States routed Czechia 105-64 to close out pool play at the FIBA World Cup and rebound from a tough performance against Italy.
Belgium's Julie Allemand breaks World Cup assist record in win
Julie Allemand broke Spain's Laia Palau's mark of 108 assists in the first half of Belgium's 80-68 win over Australia that clinched a spot in the quarterfinals. She now has 111 in her World Cup career.
Team USA escapes with win over Italy at women's FIBA World Cup
Team USA survived its toughest test in the women's basketball World Cup in two decades with a 55-52 victory over Italy on Sunday in Berlin, pushing its winning streak in World Cup play to 32 games.
Mali shocks Spain at FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup
Mali pulled off the first stunner of the Women's Basketball World Cup by shocking Spain 82-73.
Sparks hiring Sixers executive Andonian as general manager
The Sparks, who will miss the playoffs for the sixth straight season, have hired Ariana Andonian as general manager.
What WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert's retirement means
What does the league need from its next commissioner after Cathy Engelbert retires? Is the WNBA better off now than when she took over?
Sky owner calls Kanter Freedom's free speech lawsuit 'meritless'
Chicago Sky owner Michael Alter called a lawsuit filed by Enes Kanter Freedom "meritless and frivolous."
Stephen A. on Cathy Engelbert announcing retirement: 'About time'
Stephen A. on Cathy Engelbert announcing retirement: 'About time'
'The Golics' reacts to Cathy Engelbert's retirement announcement
'The Golics' reacts to Cathy Engelbert's retirement announcement
Cathy Engelbert, who oversaw WNBA boom, to retire as commissioner
WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert, who oversaw massive growth in the league while also facing recent scrutiny in her handling of multiple issues, will retire at the end of the year.
Clark, Howard lead U.S. rout of China in women's World Cup opener
Caitlin Clark and Rhyne Howard had 14 points each in the United States' 33-point win over China to open women's basketball World Cup play.
How the US basketball system has shaped Nigeria's D'Tigress
The United States basketball system has played a major role in the development of Nigeria's national women's basketball team, known as D'Tigress.
Nigeria's D'Tigress at the 2026 FIBA Women's World Cup - Everything You Need to Know
Nigeria's D'Tigress head to the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup in Berlin as a team with an unusual combination of tournament experience and World Cup unfamiliarity.
Portland Fire's Amy Okonkwo targets medal with Nigeria at FIBA Women's World Cup
Portland Fire's Amy Okonkwo says Nigeria have set their sights on winning a medal at the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup, as the African champions named their 12-player roster for the tournament in Berlin.
Kanter Freedom files suit against Sky, Wintrust Arena owners
Enes Kanter Freedom is suing the Chicago Sky and the owners of Wintrust Arena, alleging in a 15-page complaint that his First Amendment rights were violated when he was removed from a Sky home game last month.
Which WNBA players have the most rebounds in a game?
Angel Reese broke the WNBA single-game rebounding record during the 2026 season.
2026 FIBA Women's World Cup: Team USA analysis, rankings, rosters
Sixteen nations will compete in the World Cup in Berlin starting Friday. Team USA and France are front-runners.
Liberty's Satou Sabally (concussion) out remainder of season
The Liberty announced Thursday that forward Satou Sabally will miss the remainder of the season as she continues to recover from a concussion sustained in June.
How Bueckers, Clark, Reese will impact Team USA at World Cup
The future is here for Team USA as Paige Bueckers, Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and others make their debut in a major event.
Russell Westbrook joins board of basketball league Project B
Recently retired Russell Westbrook has joined new men's and women's basketball league Project B as a co-founder and chief strategy officer.
How do the WNBA playoffs work? Dates, format and more
The 2026 WNBA playoffs begins on Sept. 27. Learn more about postseason dates, rules, and stats now.
Wings' Li to miss FIBA World Cup due to lost passport
China will have to play without Li Yueru at the women's FIBA World Cup after her replacement passport was lost in the mail ahead of the tournament that starts in Germany this week.
Why are there no WNBA games for two weeks? More about FIBA break
League stars will be lacing up their shoes, but it won't be on WNBA courts.
2026 WNBA championship odds: Lynx still odds-on title favorites; Aces, Valkyries next
The Lynx remain odds-on favorites to win the WNBA championship, while the red-hot Valkyries are back up to third on the oddsboard.
U.S. coach Kara Lawson calls World Cup most challenging
U.S. coach Kara Lawson says this version of the FIBA World Cup is the most challenging she's seen.
Sky's Skylar Diggins (knee) to miss remainder of season
Chicago Sky guard Skylar Diggins will miss the remainder of the WNBA's season as she continues to recover from a right knee injury, the team announced Tuesday.
WNBA Power Rankings: Lynx dethroned, Sparks bump up
What should every team be focused on when play resumes after the FIBA World Cup?
Lauren Jackson on A'ja Wilson: 'There'd be battles, for sure'
Australian basketball icon Lauren Jackson praises four-time WNBA MVP A'Ja Wilson, and believes the pair would've been a great matchup back in Jackson's prime.