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The Las Vegas Aces’ offseason: Where no news would be good news

By Ben Dull / November 2, 2020

Exploring one path for the 2021 offseason

Sparks emphasize the importance of voting

By David Mendez-Yapkowitz / November 1, 2020

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Louisville’s Jeff Walz will be flexible with scheduling, lineups

By Mitchell Northam / October 31, 2020

Walz is prepared to adjust his team’s non-conference schedule on the fly, if needed. Expect him to roll out a few different starting lineups too.

Top-20 2022 recruit Shay Bollin commits to Kara Lawson, Duke

By Mitchell Northam / October 30, 2020

Bollin, a 6-foot-4 forward, had nearly 40 offers. She’s the third commit for Kara Lawson.

ESPN’s No. 1-rated transfer declared eligible for 2020-21 season

By Dorothy J. Gentry / October 30, 2020

Forward Shakira Austin to play for Ole Miss Rebels

West Coast Conference preview: Gonzaga, as usual

By Christine M. Hopkins / October 29, 2020

A look at the conference, team-by-team, including number of twins on each roster

Baylor senior guards injured after collision

By Spencer Nusbaum / October 29, 2020

Reigning Defensive Player of the Year DiDi Richards out indefinitely with a spinal injury

She Got Next, Episode 11: Pepper Persley talks to Mystics announcer Meghan McPeak

By The Next / October 28, 2020

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Built by Banghart: UNC bolstered by newfound depth

By Mitchell Northam / October 28, 2020

Strong recruiting class, pair of grad transfers raises expectations for Tar Heels

South Dakota schools again top Summit League preseason poll

By Christine M. Hopkins / October 27, 2020

South Dakota, South Dakota State are as close as ever, while newcomer Kansas City looks to make an impact