Minnesota Lynx vs. Atlanta Dream - July 17, 2024

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Scoring Summary

Teams

Dream logo, Dream 7-17, 1ST 19, 2ND 16, 3RD 25, 4TH 19, TOT 79

Lynx logo, Lynx 17-8, 1ST 14, 2ND 19, 3RD 23, 4TH 30, TOT 86

What's Buzzing

Mitchell Hansen

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Minnesota Lynx head coach and president of basketball operations Cheryl Reeve, who was named WNBA Coach of the Year in 2026, has also been named 2026 WNBA Executive of the Year. The accolades keep coming for one of the best to ever do it.

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NEWS: Cheryl Reeve Named WNBA Basketball Executive of the Year Full Release: https://t.co/PVyFR9T7YF

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ADD IT TO THE RESUME. 📝 Cheryl Reeve has been named 2026 WNBA Basketball Executive of the Year.

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Angel Reese promised big things when she arrived in Atlanta. The Dream are back in the WNBA Finals for the first time in 13 years after completing a clean 3-0 sweep of the Liberty. Heading into their series with the Golden State Valkyries, Atlanta remains undefeated in this

USA TODAY Sports

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The Atlanta Dream are working to move WNBA Finals games in Atlanta to a larger venue, but efforts to do so have so far been unsuccessful. https://t.co/whSeeYHWj9

Dream Reach WNBA Finals 🙌

Angel Reese, Atlanta will make first appearance since 2013 after sweeping Liberty

Dream Eyeing New Finals Venue

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Dream Eyeing New Finals VenueTeam looking to host games in Hawks' State Farm Arena as one option (USA Today)

Angel at Falcons Game ♨️

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Angel at Falcons Game ♨️Dream repping home squad ahead of WNBA Finals 📸

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Natalie Nakase is about to shut off the Angel Reese energy valve the Atlanta Dream needThe Valkyries and the Dream open the WNBA Finals on Saturday at Chase Center, and Golden State's entire series comes down to one problem: containing the energy

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This Lynx Offseason Is Going To Drive People Crazy - Zone CoverageIt's going to be a long winter for Minnesota Lynx fans. WNBA free agency doesn't officially start until early February, and Napheesa Collier will be the

WNBA Finals Schedule Set 📺

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WNBA Finals Schedule Set 📺Game 1 of Dream-Valks on October 17th. Everything you need to know here 📲

Angel’s Emotional Win Reaction

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Angel’s Emotional Win ReactionDream star says she 'manifested' making WNBA Finals 🎥

Angel Reese Goes at Sabrina 🤬

Dream star didn't appreciate the hard foul by Liberty star

Olivia Rodrigo at WNBA Game 🎸

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Olivia Rodrigo at WNBA Game 🎸Grammy-winning singer courtside at Dream vs. Liberty 🎥

Cunningham Talks Timeout Controversy 🤬

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Cunningham Talks Timeout Controversy 🤬Fever guard rips confusion at end of Liberty-Dream Game 2 📲

Miles Finishes 2nd in MVP 👓

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Aces star A’ja Wilson won her 5th WNBA MVP award. It is her third straight win. She got 65 out of 74 first place votes. Minnesota Lynx rookie Olivia Miles finished 2nd. Indiana Fever guard Kelsey Mitchell finished 3rd, while Caitlin Clark finished 4th.

WNBA Looking Into Stewie Claim

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WNBA Looking Into Stewie ClaimLeague investigating end-of-game situation after Liberty make official inquiry (ESPN)

Box Scores from Dream's WILD OT Win 🔢

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Box Scores from Dream's WILD OT Win 🔢Stewie made history with 35-10-5 line but it wasn't enough to beat Atlanta 📲

Dream 1 Win Away From Finals‼️

Angel Reese and Jordin Canada each drop 23 to spoil Stewie's 35-point night in Game 2

highposthoops.com•6d

Atlanta Dream announcement is long overdue, but also comes just in timeThe Atlanta Dream will play in the State Farm Arena full time during the 2027 season, a justified and rewarding move that comes at the right time.

Dream to Make Arena Switch 🏟️

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Dream to Make Arena Switch 🏟️Atlanta playing all home games at State Farm Arena in 2027

Allisha Gray Out Game 2

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@alexaphilippou

Allisha Gray (finger) is out tomorrow but is day to day otherwise, per Karl Smesko

Valks Defense STIFLES Aces ⚔️

Gabby Williams records double-double as Golden State holds Vegas to season-low points

Angel's Comment on DPOY 🏆

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Angel's Comment on DPOY 🏆Dream star believes she didn't have the 'opportunity' in Chicago 🎥

Dream Spoil Sabrina's Big Game 😈

Atlanta stifles Liberty down the stretch as Angel, Jordin Canada and DeWanna Bonner pop off in Game 1

Angel, Dream Are HOOPING 🤩

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Angel, Dream Are HOOPING 🤩Atlanta dismantles Liberty in Game 1 📲

Updated WNBA Playoff Picture 🖼️

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Updated WNBA Playoff Picture 🖼️Angel, Dream absolutely rolling. Tap in for updates on the final 4 squads 📲

zonecoverage.com•1w

The Lynx Season Ended Just As It Was Getting Started - Zone CoverageThe Minnesota Lynx season ended swiftly. They ended the regular season with an 86-66 win against the Indiana Fever on September 24. They went to practice

WNBA Semis Schedule & Times ⏰

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WNBA Semis Schedule & Times ⏰4 teams competing for a spot in the Finals. Game 1s begin on Sunday 📲

Trade Ideas to Help Caitlin, Fever 💡

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Trade Ideas to Help Caitlin, Fever 💡Potential moves that could bolster Indiana after its first-round exit 📲

Miles on MVP Convo as Rookie👓

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Miles on MVP Convo as Rookie👓The spectacle wants to keep playing 'at that level' 🎥

highposthoops.com•1w

The Minnesota Lynx will be fine with or without Napheesa CollierNapheesa Collier told reporters she hasn't even thought about free agency yet, but either way she will be okay — and so will the Lynx.

Angel Reese Wins DPOY 🛑

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Angel Reese Wins DPOY 🛑Dream star takes home award for first time

Reese, Gray Taunt Mystics 👋

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Reese, Gray Taunt Mystics 👋DeWanna Bonner wasn't having it. Tap to watch 📲

Dream Eliminate Mystics

All 5 starters score in double figures as Atlanta reaches semifinals for first time since 2018

ARIKE SETS RECORD WITH 45 🔥

Most points scored in WNBA playoff history. Wings keep season alive with win

Arike Forces OT in Game 2 🍿

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ARIKE OGUNBOWALE TIES IT IN THE CLUTCH ON ESPN 😱

Angel's Message After Sweep 🧹

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Angel's Message After Sweep 🧹Dream star not satisfied with just a Round 1 victory

WNBA Playoff Picture 📊

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WNBA Playoff Picture 📊Updated bracket look with Mystics eliminated 📲

Where Do Lynx Go From Here? 😬

Minnesota with another shocking playoff exit. What this means for the future

Arch, Miles Make TIME List 📈

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Arch, Miles Make TIME List 📈Multiple athletes headline annual list for 'the world's most influential rising stars'

highposthoops.com•1w

Napheesa Collier didn't come through when the Lynx needed her mostCheryl Reeve promised fans would see a more aggressive and assertive Napheesa Collier on the court – but last night she failed to deliver.

Liberty Eliminate Lynx 🗽

Stewie dominates Game 2 to bounce Olivia Miles, 1st seeded Minnesota out in 1st round

Liberty BTA Makes History 😈

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Liberty BTA Makes History 😈Lynx on the wrong side of it after being eliminated 📸

Latest WNBA Playoff Bracket 👀

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Latest WNBA Playoff Bracket 👀Where things stand after Liberty knock of No. 1 Lynx 📲

highposthoops.com•2w

The Liberty could end the Lynx's playoffs run easily — even with shooting problemsThe Liberty didn't shoot as well as they're capable of doing, but the team could very likely knock the Lynx out of the first round of playoffs this week.

highposthoops.com•2w

Cheryl Reeve says ROTY Olivia Miles is "figuring it out," but does she have time to?The Minnesota Lynx are down a game after Sunday's WNBA playoffs matches, and counting on their rookie to help carry them to a win.

Cheryl Reeve Named COY 📋

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Cheryl Reeve Named COY 📋Lynx HC wins award for fifth time

Olivia Miles Wins WNBA ROY

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Olivia Miles Wins WNBA ROYLynx star unanimous pick after setting rookie scoring record

Absurd Trade Offers 😵‍💫

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Absurd Trade Offers 😵‍💫Shaking things up for Caitlin, Paige, Stewie, more 📲

highposthoops.com•2w

Lynx’s regular-season record offers reason for hope in do-or-die Game 2The Lynx fave a daunting task with their season on the line on the road.

Dream Dominates Game 1 💪

Howard, Gray drop combined 48 pts on Mystics

A'ja Records 38-16-4 Line 🤯

Aces star ties playoff scoring career-high in blowout Game 1 win vs. Fever

WNBA Sunday Playoff Recap 🏀

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WNBA Sunday Playoff Recap 🏀Each of the eight qualified teams are in action. Tap for full overview 📲

Clark, A'ja on AP All-WNBA 1st Team

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Clark, A'ja on AP All-WNBA 1st TeamAngel Reese, Paige Bueckers named to second team

AP Names A'ja Player of the Year 🏆

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AP Names A'ja Player of the Year 🏆Clark wins Comeback Player of the Year, Reese DPOY in Associated Press awards

highposthoops.com•2w

Napheesa Collier might be playing her final series for the Minnesota LynxThe Minnesota Lynx enter the playoffs as a shaky No. 1 seed. If they lose in the first round, it could be Napheesa Collier's final series with the Lynx.

Story Behind Each Playoff Matchup ✍️

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Each matchup has a story and numbers that reveal their history 👏 Here's what you need to know ahead of the First Round. 2026 WNBA Playoffs presented by Google Pixel

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The Lynx Can Settle A 708-Day-Old Score With the Liberty - Zone CoverageThe Lynx and the Liberty tip off Game 1 at 1:00 pm on Sunday at the Target Center. By my math, it's only been 708 days, or one year, 11 months, and three

Everything to Know About WNBA Playoffs

Everything we'll be watching for now that playoff bracket is set

Playoff Bracket Predictions for Every Series 🔮

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Playoff Bracket Predictions for Every Series 🔮Expert picks for the first round through the Finals 📲

🚨 WNBA Playoff Matchups Set

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🚨 WNBA Playoff Matchups Set🍿 Aces vs. Fever in 3-6 matchup ↕️ Valks cause last-second change 📲 Tap for schedule

Caitlin Clark Posts Career-Low

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Caitlin Clark Posts Career-Low2-point outing on 1/12 FG shooting in blowout loss to Lynx

Fever Secures No. 6 Seed in Loss

McBride, Howard led Lynx to victory over Indy with 43 pts combined

WNBA Live Updates in Regular Season-Finale

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WNBA Live Updates in Regular Season-FinaleCatch up on all the playoff clinching scenarios and results 📲

Final Regular-Season Power Rankings 📊

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Final Regular-Season Power Rankings 📊Where every team stands with the playoffs looming 📲

Dream Clinches No. 4 Seed 🔒

Allisha Gray leads Atlanta to 5th straight win with 24 pts

3 WNBA Teams Clinch Seeding 🔒

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3 WNBA Teams Clinch Seeding 🔒Dream’s win over Liberty locks in the 4th, 7th and 8th spots in playoff bracket 📸

Dream Clinch Home Court 🏠

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Dream Clinch Home Court 🏠Atlanta beats New York and closes regular season with 5-game win streak

Sabrina Flagrant Foul on Reese

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Angel Reese headed to the locker room after this play. Sabrina Ionescu was assessed a Flagrant 1.

Latest WNBA Playoff Picture 🖼️

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Latest WNBA Playoff Picture 🖼️Where things stand as Valkyries fumble 1 seed opportunity 📲

Caitlin Silences Lynx 🤫

Fever star drops 27 with ease on top-seeded squad

Olivia Miles Out vs. Fever

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Olivia Miles Out vs. FeverLynx star rookie (calf) will undergo testing ahead of playoffs

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Are the Lynx Upset-Prone Entering the WNBA Playoffs? - Zone CoverageWith two games remaining in the Minnesota Lynx season, let's look at their first-place record. Oddly, their season breaks down into three statistical

highposthoops.com•2w

Napheesa Collier may not have another chance to win MVP with the LynxNapheesa Collier is still chasing an MVP award.

2026 Awards Picks 🔮

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2026 Awards Picks 🔮Expert picks for MVP, Rookie of the Year, DPOY, more 📲

highposthoops.com•3w

Nightmare first-round playoff matchup is creeping up on the LynxWith just a few games left in the regular season, the playoff picture is taking shape

Updated WNBA Playoff Pic 👀

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Updated WNBA Playoff Pic 👀Final seeding coming down to the wire with 3 days left in regular season 📲

Stewie Calls Out Angel 😯

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Stewie Calls Out Angel 😯Liberty star wants Reese to pay her fine after technical foul

Dream Win 4th Straight 🅰️

Angel & Co. are clicking at the perfect time

Angel Spoils Stewie's Big Night 😈

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Angel Spoils Stewie's Big Night 😈Dream star drops double-double in win over Liberty 📲

highposthoops.com•3w

Cheryl Reeve perfectly lays out harsh Lynx playoff reality for Olivia MilesThe expectations are high for Olivia Miles in the playoffs.

New WNBA Playoff Picture 🖼️

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New WNBA Playoff Picture 🖼️Aces still have a slim chance to secure the No. 2 seed

Lynx-Sun Highlights

09/20/2026

Olivia Miles Breaks CC Record

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Olivia Miles Breaks CC RecordLynx guard surpasses Caitlin Clark's 769 points to become all-time rookie scoring leader

highposthoops.com•3w

Minnesota Lynx have hit a major stumbling block at the worst possible timeThe Minnesota Lynx don't have much time to solve a serious problem before the WNBA playoffs commence.

Angel Reese Cooks Sky 😏

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Angel Reese Cooks Sky 😏Barbie was in her bag dropping 23 points and grabbing 10 rebounds in blowout win

Sky-Dream Highlights

09/19/2026

Angel Reese Breaks New Record

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Angel Reese Breaks New RecordThe only player ever to record 500 rebounds in a season

Latest WNBA Playoff Picture 🖼️

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Latest WNBA Playoff Picture 🖼️Seeding still in the balance entering home stretch 📲

highposthoops.com•3w

Lynx’s top WNBA playoff seed still isn’t safe from the Valkyries The Lynx haven’t clinched the No. 1 seed yet.

Updated WNBA Playoff Bracket 📋

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Updated WNBA Playoff Bracket 📋🗽 Liberty own 3-way tie 🛝 Fever avoid sliding down 📲 Standings after Friday

Stewie Drops 24 on Lynx 🙌

New York defeats No. 1 seed Minnesota

🚨 Mitchell Sets Points Record

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🚨 Mitchell Sets Points RecordFever star breaks single-season scoring mark with 1,022 points and counting

Angel x Reese's Shoe Collab 😋

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Angel x Reese's Shoe Collab 😋Perfect pairing in latest Reebok colorway 📸

Updated WNBA Playoff Bracket 📋

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Updated WNBA Playoff Bracket 📋Seeding order remains undecided with 1 week left in the season 📸

Reese's Historic Double-Double 💪

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Reese's Historic Double-Double 💪Dream star's 30th of the season sets records

Angel Reese Drops 30 & 10 😤

Dream star becomes 1st ever player to record 30 double-doubles in a season 🎥

Sun-Dream Highlights

09/17/2026

Brionna Jones Out for Season

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Brionna Jones Out for SeasonDream forward (leg) has been sidelined since Aug. 13

Top 25 Player Rankings 📊

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Top 25 Player Rankings 📊How Olivia, Caitlin, more top stars stack up ahead of the playoffs 📲

highposthoops.com•3w

3 Bold predictions for Olivia Miles’s first WNBA playoff appearance with the LynxExpectations for Olivia Miles’s first playoff run are high.

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Atlanta Dream have the perfect catalyst for a championship pushThe Atlanta Dream have the perfect launch pad for a WNBA championship run.

Silver's Goal For Next WNBA Commissioner

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Silver's Goal For Next WNBA CommissionerAdam hoping Cathy Engelbert's replacement is unifying figure (The Athletic)

Team USA vs. France Full Highlights 🥇

Relive America's comeback win to secure 5th-straight World Cup title (@usabasketball/X)

Caitlin & Angel's Fiba Stats 🌟

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Caitlin & Angel's Fiba Stats 🌟WNBA stars' averages throughout gold-medal run 📲

Team USA Dominates France 🇺🇸

Vets carry the way for 5th straight World Cup gold medal

Caitlin Calls Out Reporter 😡

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Caitlin Calls Out Reporter 😡Clark wasn't letting someone question her relationship with Angel Reese

USA Celebrate FIBA Gold 🍾

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USA Celebrate FIBA Gold 🍾Champagne showers in the locker room following the win

Clark Reacts To Gold Medal 🏅

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Clark Reacts To Gold Medal 🏅Another accolade for an already impressive resume

🚨 USA WBB WINS FIBA WORLD CUP

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🚨 USA WBB WINS FIBA WORLD CUPAmericans claim 5th-straight title thanks to 40 points combined from Breanna Stewart, Jackie Young

Clark 1st Half Buzzer Beater🔥

Caitlin drains 3 to bring USA within 2 in gold medal game 🎥

USA Going For Gold 🏅

The matchup we've all been waiting for against France

USA Heads to World Cup Final 🇺🇸

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USA Heads to World Cup Final 🇺🇸Team USA defeats Spain 76-66 and advances to 5th consecutive championship

USA vs. Hungary Full Highlights 🍿

America's 108 points are most ever in Women's World Cup quarterfinal (@usabasketball/X)

Sophie Drops New Pod Episode

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Sophie Drops New Pod EpisodeCunningham has a message for the next WNBA Commissioner. Tap for recap 📲

Angel Hypes Duo with Clark 🤝

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Angel Hypes Duo with Clark 🤝Reese with praise for Team USA teammate. More quotes here 📲

Angel Quote on CC Relationship 📈

Team USA stars clicking on court

USA to Play Hungary Next 🏀

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USA to Play Hungary Next 🏀FIBA World Cup quarterfinal matchup set to tip Thursday at 5:30AM ET 📲

Caitlin Clark Admires Angel 🤝

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Caitlin Clark Admires Angel 🤝WNBA star discusses why 'it's been fun' playing on Team USA with rival 📲

WNBA Drops Playoff Schedule 🍿

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WNBA Drops Playoff Schedule 🍿Get your popcorn ready for September 27

99 Best Sports Squads Ever 🔥

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99 Best Sports Squads Ever 🔥Maya's Lynx. MJ's Bulls. Tap to see sports' GOAT squads 📲

highposthoops.com•1mo

Lynx could lose Napheesa Collier over daunting challenge they have failed beforeThe Lynx have been at the top of the standings before and fell short of winning a championship.

Angel's Updated FIBA Stats 🔢

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Angel's Updated FIBA Stats 🔢How Reese has fared after USA's dominant win against Czechia

USA WBB Goes 3-0 in Group Play 💯

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USA WBB Goes 3-0 in Group Play 💯Stewie (19 pts) leads America to bounce-back 41-pt win over Czechia; 1st knockout game will be Thursday Sept. 10 📲

USA Dominates Czechia to Finish Group Play

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USA Dominates Czechia to Finish Group PlayPerfect 3-0 heading into the knockout rounds. See how the game unfolded in real time 📲

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Previewing the Atlanta Dream’s potential playoff opponentsHow have the Atlanta Dream fared against their potential playoff opponents?

USA Survives Italy Upset Bid 😮‍💨

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USA Survives Italy Upset Bid 😮‍💨Full box score and reaction from Sunday's FIBA World Cup thriller 📲

USA Holds Off Italy 🤏

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USA Holds Off Italy 🤏Zandalasini misses game-tying 3 as USA avoids shocking upset in 55-52 FIBA World Cup win

Angel Steals Inbound 🫳

Reese takes advantage of lazy pass and gets bucket on the other end

FIBA World Cup Day 2 Scores

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FIBA World Cup Day 2 ScoresResults and day 3 schedule for latest matches

🚨 WNBA Commissioner to Retire

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🚨 WNBA Commissioner to RetireCathy Engelbert stepping away at end of 2026

USA vs. China Box Score 🔢

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USA vs. China Box Score 🔢Stats and reaction from Team USA's dominant 33-point win in FIBA World Cup opener 📲

USA Dominates WC Opener 🇺🇸

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USA Dominates WC Opener 🇺🇸Caitlin Clark's double-double leads 33-point FIBA World Cup win over China. Tap for highlights, stats and more ➡️

FIBA World Cup Day 1 Results

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FIBA World Cup Day 1 ResultsBox scores, highlights and more from Friday's action ➡️

Why You Should be Excited About World Cup 🤩

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Why You Should be Excited About World Cup 🤩It's time for Angel, Paige and Caitlin to step up, more ahead of Friday's tipoff 📲

Ranking Every Team's Best '26 Jersey 🎽

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Ranking Every Team's Best '26 Jersey 🎽How the best threads stack up across the WNBA this season 📲

Angel Reese's Historic Game 👏

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Angel Reese's Historic Game 👏Dream star gets 29th double-double, the most in a single season in league history 📲