Features

FIBA sets EuroLeague, EuroCup start dates; recent NCAA alums sign overseas

By Christine M. Hopkins / September 7, 2020

EuroLeague season slated to begin on time, EuroCup postponed to December; plus, tracking recent NCAA alums as they begin pro careers abroad

Myisha Hines-Allen’s case for WNBA Most Improved Player

By Jenn Hatfield / September 7, 2020

(Or just ask the Dallas Wings.)

Playoff picture: What the Seattle Storm are still competing for

By Derek James / September 7, 2020

Sunday’s win over Minnesota was important in the playoff picture, but Seattle’s week ahead will determine their final standing.

Sun looking to find rhythm as Alyssa Thomas returns to court

By Natalie Heavren / September 6, 2020

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Jewell Loyd reminds everyone how important she is to Seattle

By Derek James / September 6, 2020

We don’t talk enough about Jewell Loyd

‘The best is yet to come’ for Kylee Shook

By Jackie Powell / September 5, 2020

Kylee Shook has quietly emerged as a symbol of the Liberty’s team culture

Leilani Mitchell’s ‘sensational’ performance snaps Mystics’ losing streak

By Jenn Hatfield / September 5, 2020

Mitchell became just the second WNBA player this season to have 20+ points and 10+ assists in a game

The Next WNBA Rookie of the Year roundtable: Let’s get dangerous

By Christine M. Hopkins / September 5, 2020

Crystal Dangerfield may be the favorite, but the discussion doesn’t end there

Three keys for the Connecticut Sun in the final week of the season

By Natalie Heavren / September 5, 2020

What do the Sun need to do to make the playoffs?

Fever face questions, question own effort after losing sixth straight

By Ben Rosof / September 4, 2020

Just 1.5 games out of final playoff spot, the time is now for Indiana to reverse its skid