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Arike Ogunbowale celebrates with teammates Caitlin Clark and Allisha Gray.

Arike Ogunbowale’s supernova second half earns WNBA All-Star Game MVP in win over Team USA

By Kathleen Gier / July 21, 2024

All of her All-Star Game-record 34 points came in the second half

WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert and a panel of guests speak in front of a large screen announcing the WNBA Golden State expansion franchise. The screen has a black-and-white photo of a basketball with the text "Golden State," an "x," and the WNBA's logo in white.

Cathy Engelbert teases more WNBA growth, mum on details for media rights, expansion

By Jesse Morrison / July 21, 2024

“These deals will be historic and a significant step forward.”

Atlanta Dream guard Allisha Gray attempts a jump shot over the outstretched hand of Washington Mystics guard Ariel Atkins.

All-Star Allisha Gray has found freedom and joy with the Atlanta Dream

By Wilton Jackson / July 20, 2024

Gray: ‘Coming to Atlanta has allowed me to be the player I know I am’

Caitlin Clark smiles as she holds an ESPN microphone and looks out at the Iowa fans after a victory in the 2023 Final Four.

Where the new WNBA media rights deal sits among soaring metrics

By Roberta Rodrigues / July 20, 2024

Do the numbers in the reported deal match the WNBA’s considerable growth?

Atlanta Dream guard Allisha Gray grins as she high-fives Phoenix Mercury guard Sophie Cunningham.

‘Dinner on me’: How Allisha Gray swept WNBA 3-Point Contest, Skills Challenge

By Jesse Morrison / July 20, 2024

Gray joins short list of players to win both contests, is first to do it in the same year

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark shoots a right-handed jump shot as a Washington Mystics defender is late to close out.

Clark, Taurasi and Copper explain why they opted out of WNBA 3-Point Contest

By Jesse Morrison / July 19, 2024

Clark: ‘There’s going to be plenty of opportunities for me to do that’

Chicago Sky guard Lindsay Allen puts her hands on the shoulders of teammate Marina Mabrey as they walk to the bench during a stoppage in play. Both players are shown from behind.

How the Marina Mabrey trade paints a messy picture of the Chicago Sky

By Alissa Hirsh / July 19, 2024

Does trading Mabrey to Connecticut end a vicious cycle?

A'ja Wilson and USA Basketball coaches are pictured at USA Basketball practice. The photo overlays the Locked on WBB logo, thumbnail images of host Jackie and guest Jesse, and the title "WNBA All-Star Weekend Preview."

Locked On Women’s Basketball: WNBA All-Star Weekend preview

By The Next / July 19, 2024

Jackie and Jesse preview the entire weekend including the Skills Challenge, 3×3 Exhibition, 3-Point Contest and the game itself

Phoenix Mercury guard Diana Taurasi smiles with her arms outsretched to the sides during a game against the Washington Mystics

Phoenix Mercury cement Diana Taurasi’s legacy with court dedication

By Tia Reid / July 19, 2024

Mat Ishbia: ‘Diana is one of the best players to ever play’

Phoenix Mercury center Brittney Griner holds up four fingers with a confused look on her face.

WNBA players gear up for 2024 All-Star events

By Vishakya Deshpande / July 18, 2024

Brittney Griner and Jonquel Jones to headline Friday’s events