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Golden State Valkyries roll into action as the 2 seed in the WNBA, primed to crush struggling Portland Fire—already out of playoff contention and playing back-to-back. With a 17-point edge in their last two matchups and a 13.5-point spread in their favor, this one’s practically written in the books. Veronica Burton’s seven+ assist prop? Solid play. The Valkyries are hungry for that top seed—and Po...

WNBA playoff vibes are heating up as the Minnesota Lynx, locked in for a top seed, host the New York Liberty in a high-stakes matchup. With a win, Minnesota could secure the 1 spot — and they’re heavy favorites, boasting the league’s best net rating. The Liberty, fighting to avoid an eighth seed, have already lost twice this season to the Lynx and face a brutal schedule ahead. While Sabrina Ionesc...

The WNBA is back with high-stakes matchups as top contenders like the Minnesota Lynx, Indiana Fever, Golden State Valkyries, and New York Liberty battle for playoff positioning. The Lynx, heavy favorites, face the Liberty in a potential playoff preview, while the Fever and Valkyries also carry big wins against struggling opponents. With the regular season winding down, every game counts — especial...

Indiana Fever on a mission to lock in a top-four seed, facing a struggling Toronto Tempo squad with the league’s worst defense and a brutal 1-14 record over their last 15 games. Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell’s elite offense — especially Mitchell’s scorching 45% 3PT shooting streak — could overwhelm Toronto’s porous defense. Fever’s home-court advantage and recent dominance in Indy (22-point wi...

Dallas Wings rookie Azzi Fudd’s season ended early after arthroscopic knee surgery, but she’s mentally strong and believes the move was necessary to protect her long-term health. Despite being the No. 1 draft pick and averaging over 13 points per game—including a dazzling All-Star three-point shootout win—Fudd’s knee pain flared again, forcing her off the court. The Wings, locked in a playoff spot...

The U.S. women’s basketball team just claimed their fifth straight FIBA World Cup title with a gritty comeback win over France, overcoming a 14-point halftime deficit—their biggest in decades. Breanna Stewart, named MVP for the second time, led the charge with 22 points and emphasized the team’s mission to uphold their legacy. With stars like A’ja Wilson sidelined, rising talents Caitlin Clark, An...

Caitlin Clark is back on the court with the Indiana Fever after helping Team USA win gold, but the team’s playoff hopes hang in the balance as they face a brutal stretch against top opponents. With Clark sitting on seven technical fouls—just one away from an automatic suspension—the pressure is mounting. Clark’s been working hard to stay composed, even engaging in more positive communication with...

Phoenix Mercury, reeling after a disappointing season and missing the playoffs, host the Portland Fire — fresh off their inaugural WNBA campaign — in a must-watch matchup. Despite being slight favorites, Phoenix’s hopes hinge on Kahleah Copper’s scoring, while Kelsey Plum’s absence leaves them vulnerable. Portland, though banged up, has shown grit at home as underdogs. With the spread tight at 2.5...

The Las Vegas Aces are locked in for a high-stakes showdown against the struggling Seattle Storm, aiming to cement their third seed with a commanding road win. With four games left and two against Seattle — plus matchups against Phoenix and LA — Vegas is primed to climb into second. Oddsmakers favor the defending champs heavily, especially after their earlier 10-point victory. While Seattle’s defe...

Dallas Wings roll into tonight’s matchup against the struggling Los Angeles Sparks riding a four-game win streak and heavy home-court advantage, favored by 8.5 points for good reason. The Sparks, still reeling from the loss of Kelsey Plum and stuck at .500, are in rebuilding mode with a shaky offense that’ll need Rae Burrell to step up—she’s heating up lately despite Dallas’ recent defensive effor...

The Washington Mystics are on a hot streak, surging from playoff misses to serious contender status, just three games behind the third seed and favored tonight against the struggling Chicago Sky—already out of contention after trading key pieces. With a prime schedule ahead and playoff positioning on the line, Washington’s road win tonight could be pivotal as they aim to avoid a tough first-round...

Atlanta Dream look to lock in a top-four seed with a dominant home win over the struggling, playoff-bound Connecticut Sun, who’ve already been eliminated and are heading toward relocation. With a massive point spread in their favor and two convincing wins already this season—including a 35-point blowout—the Dream are heavy favorites to repeat their success. Rhyne Howard’s scorching scoring pace (a...

The WNBA’s final stretch is heating up as playoff seeding hangs in the balance—every game matters, especially for teams vying to avoid the top-seeded Lynx. With four games left, New York, Washington, and Dallas battle for sixth through eighth, while Atlanta and Indiana hold a slim two-game edge. Today’s slate delivers five high-stakes matchups featuring four playoff-bound squads, including Sun vs....

Breanna Stewart just added her fourth World Cup title to an already legendary resume, leading the U.S. women’s basketball team to a fifth straight championship with a dominant win over France. She was named MVP for the second time, averaging over 12 points, 7 rebounds, and nearly 3 assists per game — including a 22-point, 10-rebound performance in the final. With three Olympic golds, three WNBA ti...

The U.S. women’s basketball team crushed France 97-79 to claim the FIBA World Cup, avenging last year’s one-point Olympic thriller. Gabby Williams, France’s fiery captain, dropped 20 points, 7 assists, and 3 steals in a stellar tournament, averaging nearly 19 PPG — but it wasn’t enough as the U.S. exploded for 30 points in the third quarter to pull away. Williams kept her head high, praising Franc...

Spain’s young stars shine as they claim bronze at the FIBA World Cup, defeating host Germany 81-58 behind Iyana Martín’s 22-point explosion — Spain’s third third-place finish in tournament history. Germany, despite falling short on home soil, showed remarkable growth and resilience, fueled by passionate crowds and a team hungry for redemption. Meanwhile, the U.S. cemented its dominance with a fift...

WNBA awards are heating up as the season resumes, with some races already decided and others brewing drama. Rookie of the Year and Sixth Player of the Year markets are locked — Olivia Miles and Janelle Salaün are heavy favorites. Defensive Player of the Year is the most competitive, with Gabby Williams leading but A’ja Wilson, Shakira Austin, and Angel Reese all in the mix. Jessica Shepard dominat...

The WNBA’s rookie class is rewriting the script this season, with a thrilling mix of lottery picks, second-rounders, and undrafted gems dominating the court. Olivia Miles leads in points and rebounds with MVP whispers, while Azzi Fudd dazzled before her season-ending injury. Awa Fam, just 19, reigns in rebounds and blocks, Flau’jae Johnson steals the show with steals and scoring, and Pauline Astie...

Team USA’s fifth straight FIBA gold shone bright, with Breanna Stewart crowned MVP and Angel Reese delivering elite defense to anchor the U.S. squad. Gabby Williams dazzled for France—almost stealing MVP—now poised to ignite Golden State’s playoff run. Jackie Young and Chelsea Gray delivered clutch performances for Las Vegas, while Reese’s disruptive energy could lift Atlanta’s postseason charge....

Breanna Stewart just cemented her legacy with her fourth FIBA World Cup title, leading the U.S. women’s team to a 97-79 victory over France and tying Sue Bird for most championships ever. Named MVP for the second time, she dominated with 22 points and 10 rebounds in the final, averaging over 12 points, 7 rebounds, and 2 assists while shooting 55% from the field. Her coach and teammates hail her as...

The U.S. women’s basketball team just smashed France 97-79 to claim their fifth straight FIBA World Cup title — and their 36th consecutive win in the tournament. Captain Breanna Stewart led the charge with 22 points and her second MVP award, stepping up when it mattered most. Down by as much as 14 early on, they clawed back to trail by just two at halftime before pulling away in the third quarter....

The U.S. women’s basketball team is one win away from history, storming into the FIBA World Cup final after a gritty 76-66 victory over Spain — extending their winning streak to 35 games and inching closer to a fifth straight title. Despite early struggles and a nine-point deficit, they rallied in the fourth quarter, converting 27 of 35 free throws to seal the deal. Spain now battles Germany for b...

France storms into the women’s FIBA World Cup final with a commanding 86-64 win over host Germany, led by Gabby Williams’ 22 points and a historic run that could end their 69-year medal drought. Facing the dominant U.S. team in the gold medal game, France’s resilience and poise shine — especially with Janelle Salaün’s double-double and Marine Johannès’ clutch control. Germany, despite a heartbreak...

France storms into the FIBA World Cup final with a gritty win over host Germany, led by Gabby Williams’ explosive 22-point performance and five steals — setting up a historic rematch against the U.S. team they narrowly lost to in the Olympics. Williams, a tournament standout, remains focused on the present, refusing to let past pressure or revenge define their mission. For France, this is about re...

The U.S. women’s basketball team is headed to the FIBA World Cup final after a hard-fought 76-66 win over Spain, extending their historic 35-game winning streak dating back to 2006. Led by Breanna Stewart’s 16 points and Kahleah Copper’s 13, the Americans clawed back from an early deficit to seal the victory with a crucial fourth-quarter run. They’ll now face France in the championship — a rematch...