WNBA News

Sparks hiring Sixers executive Andonian as new general manager

The Sparks, who will miss the playoffs for the sixth straight season, are hiring 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" Friday afternoon.

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.