Phoenix Mercury vs. Atlanta Dream - September 04, 2024

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Scoring Summary

Teams

Dream logo, Dream 11-22, 1ST 12, 2ND 13, 3RD 24, 4TH 17, TOT 66

Mercury logo, Mercury 17-17, 1ST 16, 2ND 24, 3RD 16, 4TH 18, TOT 74

What's Buzzing

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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

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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

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Whew Big 5 STEPPIN’ 😮‍💨

Atlanta Falcons

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We got @Reese10Angel up in here!

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We’re proud, but we know there’s more to do. Let’s get to work 💪

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TALK THAT TALK 🗣️

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

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 📲

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

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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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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 📲

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 📲

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 📲

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 📲

Absurd Trade Offers 😵‍💫

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

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

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

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

Aces-Mercury Highlights

09/24/2026

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 📲

2026 Awards Picks 🔮

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

Copper, Paige Exchange 30-Pieces 😮‍💨

Mercury star outduels Wings star in tight battle

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 📲

New WNBA Playoff Picture 🖼️

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

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

Wings Win 6th Straight 🔥

Paige, Arike leads Dallas with 48 combined points

Latest WNBA Playoff Picture 🖼️

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

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Sandy Brondello's Caitlin Clark plan is more proof of her coaching prowessSandy Brondello was blunt about the power that Caitlin Clark brings to a WNBA game, and that's not a bad thing.

Updated WNBA Playoff Bracket 📋

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

🚨 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 📲

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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 🔥Taurasi's Mercury. MJ's Bulls. Tap to see sports' GOAT squads 📲

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

Clark Makes Tourney History 🙌

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Clark Makes Tourney History 🙌Caitlin surpasses Alyssa Thomas for most assists in FIBA World Cup game by an American

🚨 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 📲

Mercury Blow Out Tempo 😎

Phoenix was up 47 PTS at one point 🎥

A'ja, Plum to Miss World Cup

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A'ja, Plum to Miss World CupTeam USA stars pull out from FIBA roster due to health reasons

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 📲

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New WNBA Finals Logo 🏆Championship trophy featured in design for the first time in 20 years 📸

Unrivaled Announces Players 👀

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Unrivaled Announces Players 👀Paige, Stewie and Kelsey headline names in 3-on-3 league 📸

Updated WNBA Playoff Bracket 🖼️

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Updated WNBA Playoff Bracket 🖼️Liberty fighting for seeding after win over Sky. Tap for latest standings ➡️

Breaking News

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Breaking NewsNatasha Cloud dismisses Enes Kanter Freedom as Sky ban him from home games (AP)

Angel's 8th Tech Rescinded

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Angel's 8th Tech RescindedDream star avoids suspension after league overturns technical vs. Fire

Reese Ties Double-Doubles Record 📈

Dream star drops 28th of the season recording 16 points & 16 reb

Angel Ties Another WNBA Record

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Angel Ties Another WNBA RecordDream star now up to 28 double-doubles in a season 📲

Amoore Drops 25 on Mercury 🔥

Kiki Iriafen assisted with 20 PTS for Mystics

Dream Signing DeWanna Bonner

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Dream Signing DeWanna Bonner6x All-Star heading to Atlanta after being bought out by Mercury (ESPN)

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WNBA playoff teams must beware of Mercury and Sky even after clinching postseasonThe Sky and Mercury could play spoiler to close out the season.

Fever-Sky Drew 3.31M Viewers 🔥

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Fever-Sky Drew 3.31M Viewers 🔥Most-watched regular-season WNBA game since inaugural season 📸

Mystics-Mercury Highlights

08/25/2026

Wings Clinch Playoff Berth 🙌

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Wings Clinch Playoff Berth 🙌Updated look at postseason bracket after Dallas claims last spot 📲

Angel's Reaction to Rebound Record 🤣

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Angel's Reaction to Rebound Record 🤣'I couldn't hit s--t'

Angel Makes WNBA History 🔥

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Angel Makes WNBA History 🔥Most rebounds in a game and a single season

Allisha Gray Drops 20 on LA 🔥

Rhyne Howard supported with 18 PTS for Atlanta

Freedom, White Not Eligible for WNBA Draft

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Freedom, White Not Eligible for WNBA DraftSource says the ex-NBA players trying to enter draft are ineligible amid debate over trans athlete participation (AP)

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DeWanna Bonner's surprise Mercury decision is all too familiar for Fever fansDeWanna Bonner announced she's leaving the Mercury in the hopes that she can chase a championship somewhere else this season.

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DeWanna Bonner is making the Mercury regret their Kelsey Plum gambleDeWanna Bonner's shock exit from the Phoenix Mercury puts the franchise in a tough spot with Kelsey Plum.

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4 WNBA playoff teams that could sign DeWanna Bonner after surprise Mercury exitDeWanna Bonner agreed to a contract buyout with the Mercury.

🚨Mercury Buy Out Bonner

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🚨Mercury Buy Out BonnerPhoenix giving 6x All-Star an 'opportunity to chase a title'

Enes Kanter Freedom Ejected from WNBA Game

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Enes Kanter Freedom Ejected from WNBA GameFormer NBA center ejected from Fever-Sky after he was confronted by Natasha Cloud (AP)

Mystics Clinch Playoff Spot 🎟️

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Mystics Clinch Playoff Spot 🎟️Postseason-bound for first time since 2023 after Sky's loss

Caitlin Clark Drops 37 & 10 🤩

Fever star records new career-high with 8 made triples in the win

Paige Drops 32 on 6/6 3PM 🤯

Wings star had career-high points in a quarter (18) in the 1st

Angel Reese's Historic Night 🤩

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Angel Reese's Historic Night 🤩Career-high 31-point double-double makes Atlanta postseason bound. Tap for highlights and box score ➡️