Indiana Fever vs. Phoenix Mercury - July 12, 2024

PHX

86

FinalJul 12

95

IND

Recap

Stats

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Social

Odds

Standings

Scoring Summary

Teams

Mercury logo, Mercury 12-11, 1ST 16, 2ND 19, 3RD 23, 4TH 28, TOT 86

Mercury(12-11)

Fever logo, Fever 10-14, 1ST 28, 2ND 27, 3RD 26, 4TH 14, TOT 95

Fever(10-14)

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16

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23

28

86

28

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26

14

95

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Kevin Messenger

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I may have been the SID … but @TJamesIndState was and STILL IS the backbone behind historical achievement at Indiana State! Needed Tom to steer me out of trouble!!! 😂🤣

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@eddiewhite3 @BallStateSports @kmess65 @WNBA My old boss at Indiana State. : )

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Hayden Cilley

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An update for everyone! Recovery has been going extremely well, and I'm moving around without much pain. That being said, I'll be in attendance at Dillon Brooks's media availability tomorrow following his contract extension. Then, Mercury practice on Saturday, and then Diana

Hayden Cilley

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Surgery was a success! Still pretty sore but able to move around. I seriously appreciate all the well wishes. Excited to get back to it relatively soon!

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The unofficial 2009 Finals historian has spoken 😂

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Indiana Fever

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Caitlin Clark is 1-of-1.

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The unofficial 2009 Finals historian has spoken 😂

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highposthoops.com•9h

The Indiana Fever made a statement — now fans need to heed itStephanie White has her players' backs, and her players are riding for her. It's time for Indiana fans to do the same.

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Clark Teases Iowa Shoe 💛Another Caitlin 1 colorway loading? 📸

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Breaking NewsWNBA denounces 'bad-faith' transgender debate and says league has no eligibility issues (AP)

01:53

Noemie Brochant TORCHES Sparks 🧯

Mercury forward was feeling it in LA

01:58

Fever Handle Liberty 🤒

Kelsey Mitchell and Caitlin had no issues with New York

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Clark, Mitchell Combine for 50 🪣Fever backcourt duo continues to be lethal after 106-92 win over Liberty

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Fever coach Stephanie White fires back at online criticism: ‘Everybody else can go to hell’Some on social media faulted White for not criticizing a flagrant foul committed against Sophie Cunningham in a recent Fever game.

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Fever HC Talks Foul on SophieStephanie White believes DiJonai 'intentionally' wanted to get Cunningham across the neck

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Stephanie White's Job SafeFever president Kelly Krauskopf backs her HC (ESPN)

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Caitlin Talks Avoiding SuspensionFever star happy the league 'got it right' 🎥

www.nytimes.com•2d

DiJonai Carrington says White privilege post wasn’t about Sophie CunninghamThe Chicago Sky guard said she was seeking “consistency across the board” in WNBA officiating.

www.nytimes.com•2d

WNBA has spiraled into a rinse-and-repeat drama, and it’s taking a mind-numbing tollRatings have soared since "the Caitlin Clark effect" introduced a new audience, but a constant cycle of tension is wearing down fans.

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Rhyne Howard Makes History 🙌Dream star is fastest player EVER to hit 100 threes in a season 📸

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Sophie Wants to Write Book 📚Fever guard shopping 'tell-all' about her life, WNBA career (Page Six)

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Breaking NewsSky's Carrington says she never claimed that the Flagrant 2 foul on her was white privilege (AP)

01:59

Mystics Win 7-Straight 🏛️

Washington HALTS Kelsey Plum, Mercury's surge

www.nytimes.com•3d

WNBA power rankings: Are the Mystics a hotter team than the Lynx?Even after acquiring Kelsey Mitchell, the Mercury seem to be spiraling.

01:26

New WNBA 3-PT Record 🪣

Lynx's Kayla McBride drops 10 triples on Wings for most in a single game ever

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Kayla McBride Breaks 3-PT Record 🎯Lynx star had herself a DAY as she makes the most triples EVER in a WNBA game vs. Wings

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Cunningham Addresses Carrington 'Beef'Sophie says she has no issues with Sky guard. Tap for full answer 📲

www.nytimes.com•5d

Sophie Cunningham says DiJonai Carrington ‘just trying to get attention’ with flagrant foul"I guess she has some pent-up stuff. So get your s--- off. That’s fine. I can take it," the Fever guard said of the Sky's Carrington.

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Sophie on DiJonai Ejection 🗣️Cunningham 'wasn't even upset' after altercation with Sky guard 🎥

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Caitlin Clark Tech RescindedFever star will not be suspended after receiving 8th technical foul of season (ESPN)

www.nytimes.com•5d

Sky’s DiJonai Carrington cites white privilege after ejection for flagrant foul on Sophie CunninghamCunningham fell to the floor after a hit to the face from Carrington's arm.

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Caitlin Clark Drops 26-11 on Sky 🤩Fever star was in her bag in 90-86 win on the road

www.nytimes.com•5d

Caitlin Clark earns 1-game suspension after her 8th technical foulClark notched her league-high eighth technical in Saturday's road game against the Sky.

01:59

Caitlin, Mitchell Combine for 53 🥵

Fever duo were unstoppable in win over Sky

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No Minutes Restriction for CaitlinFever star provides update amid potential playoff run 🎥

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Caitlin Clark Gets 8th Tech 😬Fever star penalized for running into official; will be suspended for Tuesday's game if not rescinded

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DiJonai Ejected on Flagrant 2Players are separated after Sky guard's hard foul on Sophie Cunningham

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Caitlin Debuts New Colorway 🔴Fever star rocking 'Hot Punch' Caitlin 1 vs. Sky 📸

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Breaking NewsWNBA commissioner says league will continue discussing issue of transgender participation (AP)

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Playoff Race Heating Up ⚔️Tap for full standings and projected first-round matchups 📲

www.nytimes.com•6d

WNBA union denounces transgender hate following Sophie Cunningham backlashSophie Cunningham's comments about "protecting women's sports" have led to rallies from supporters and critics alike.

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1 Word for Every Team's Season 🗣️Bite-sized takes on every club so far 📲

01:58

Chelsea Gray Wins It In OT 😮‍💨

Aces overcome Fever, Caitlin Clark

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Gray Spoils Fever's Night 😏Las Vegas guard hits big buckets to carry win 🎥

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Clark on Making FIBA RosterFever star honored to be representing Team USA along with Aliyah Boston

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USA FIBA World Cup Roster SetClark, Reese and Bueckers headline stacked roster. Tap for full list 📲

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Caitlin Clark x Wilson Drop 🤩Latest line of signature basketballs set to release on Aug. 19 📸

00:22

Plum Bear Hugs Dream HC 😅

Mercury star went all out to hustle for the ball

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Reese's 4th Straight Double-Double ♨️Atlanta takes care of Plum and Phoenix

www.nytimes.com•1w

Sophie Cunningham wants to put focus back on basketball: ‘What are we doing?’Indiana Fever guard says the conversation that followed her comments about transgender athletes in women’s sports has been a "distraction."

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Cunningham Talks 'Distraction'Fever guard wants to get back to basketball (AP)

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Actor Wears Caitlin 1s 🔥Jason Sudeikis pulls up to Ted Lasso premiere rocking Fever star's signature kicks 📸

www.nytimes.com•1w

Aaron Rodgers, Sophie Cunningham speak out. Caitlin Clark doesn’t. Either way, they loseThese days, we dissect athletes' every utterance in search of hidden meanings and innuendo. The hypocrisy is both comical and frightening.

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WNBA Cleveland's Team Name 👀First look at 'Sirens' logo and colors. (📸 via @clevelandwnba)

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Post-Deadline Power Rankings 📊Breaking down every team's title chances after Sunday's trade deadline ➡️

highposthoops.com•1w

Mercury's risky Kelsey Plum gamble is already looking like a masterstrokeThe Phoenix Mercury paid a heavy price to acquire Kelsey Plum, but it's already proving to be a coup of a deal.

highposthoops.com•1w

Fever's faith in Makayla Timpson could explain WNBA trade deadline inactivityFever head coach Stephanie White spoke highly of forward Makayla Timpson, and it could explain why Indiana was inactive before the WNBA trade deadline.

01:57

Mercury Trio Pop OFF 🤩

Alyssa Thomas, Plum and Kahleah Copper dominate in Kelsey's debut

Plum's 1st Mercury Points 🎯

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IT'S OFFICIAL 🚨 Kelsey Plum scores her first bucket as a Phoenix Mercury! PHX-SEA | USA Network Tap to watch: https://t.co/lHLFMYSFcY

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Kelsey Plum Traded to MercuryPhoenix acquiring 5x WNBA All-Star guard from Sparks (Shams)

www.nytimes.com•1w

WNBA power rankings: Olivia Miles has Minnesota Lynx soaringWhat's led to the Mystics' meteoric rise in Sabreena Metchant's rankings?

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Kelsey Plum Thanks LA 💛Ready for her chapter in Phoenix after trade to Mercury 📸

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Grading Kelsey Plum Trade 🔠Breaking down late-night blockbuster deal between Sparks and Mercury 📲

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Lynx Beat Fever 108-100 🐺Olivia Miles (26 PTS, 11-14 FG) leads Minnesota to 10th straight W; Clark drops 19 PTS, 10 AST

01:55

Lynx Win 10th Game in a Row 🐺

Longest win streak in WNBA this season

www.nytimes.com•1w

Cheryl Reeve: WNBA must be ‘safe space for everyone,’ regardless of viewpointThe Lynx coach said the debate around transgender athletes is not as pressing as other issues facing women's sports.

highposthoops.com•1w

Mercury’s blockbuster Kelsey Plum gamble could easily backfireThe Mercury made a bold move by trading for Kelsey Plum that could quickly come back to bite them.

www.nytimes.com•1w

Los Angeles Sparks deal Kelsey Plum to Phoenix Mercury in a blockbuster movePlum, who will be a free agent after this season, has only played in 12 games in 2026 but is second in the league in scoring.

01:57

Sabrina's Near Triple-Dub 🤏

Liberty star put on a clinic in Phoenix

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Caitlin's New Shoe Colorway 👀Clark debuted 'Tunnel Walk' edition friday night vs. Fire 📸

www.nytimes.com•1w

Sophie Cunningham backs ‘courageous’ ralliers supporting her transgender athlete commentsA few dozen gathered outside Portland's Moda Center in support of Cunningham on Friday, marking the second straight game that happened.

01:59

Caitlin's Triple-Double 🔥

Fever star drops fourth of her career in win vs. Fire

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Fever Score 100 PTS AGAIN 💯Clark's triple-double leads Indiana to 5th straight win

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Phee Expected To Stay on Lynx5x All-Star likely to remain in Minnesota despite trade rumors (ESPN)

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Stewie Top 10 in Scoring 📈Liberty star passes Candace Parker who happened to be on the call. Tap to watch 🎥

www.nytimes.com•1w

August sports streaming guide: ‘Ted Lasso’ returns, new Premier League season, CFB Week 0Soccer seasons start. Engines rev from the Dutch Grand Prix to Daytona. The U.S. Open is back, and so are "Ted Lasso" shenanigans.

01:26

Fever Are on an Absolute TEAR

Caitlin Clark and Co. are leading the Eastern Conference and showing no signs of slowing down

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Breaking NewsSeattle Storm co-owner Celeste Keaton suspended by league for 5 games after interaction with fans (AP)

www.nytimes.com•2w

Storm apologize after co-owner’s interaction with fans supporting Sophie CunninghamThe Storm-Fever game was Indiana's first since Cunningham said it's "common sense" to bar transgender athletes from women's sports.

www.nytimes.com•2w

We played WNBA general manager with your trade proposals. Who says no?Ahead of Sunday's trade deadline, Sabreena Merchant asked for your mock trades. She evaluates the best of them.

01:59

Mercury Stun Valks 🔥

Thomas, Copper secure comeback win combining for 52 PTS

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WNBA Denies Clark Tech AppealCaitlin with 7 technicals now, one away from suspension

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Caitlin Clark Drops 32 on Storm 😤Fever star couldn't be stopped in first game after All-Star break

01:55

Clark, Mitchell Combine for 60 💫

Fever duo accounts for more than half of Indy's points in 105-95 win vs. Storm

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Phee, Plum Could Be TradedLynx and Sparks superstars among players who may move at the deadline (The Athletic)

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NBA 2K27 Official Gameplay 🎮Are you copping? 🎥

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Updated WNBA Mock Draft 🔢Full first-round predictions as the race for JuJu Watkins intensifies ➡️

www.nytimes.com•2w

WNBA second-half predictions: Playoffs, lottery odds, trade deadline and suspensionsIf the first half of the season taught us anything, it's that we can expect the remaining two months to be full of the unexpected.

www.nytimes.com•2w

Submit your WNBA trade proposals for Sabreena Merchant’s trade deadline mailbagWill the Los Angeles Sparks move key pieces? Can Skylar Diggins find a new home?

www.nytimes.com•2w

Cathy Engelbert may be unpopular with WNBA players, but she’s not paid to be their bestieEngelbert's failure to protect players might be her downfall, but she seems to be doing the one thing that she’s paid to do well.

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Stars Mic'd Up at ASG 🎙️Watch Caitlin, Paige, and Stewie during Saturday's contest 🎥

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Clark: ASG Experience 'Unique'Caitlin reacts to 1st 'true' All-Star Game after missing event last season 🎥

00:27

Dunk in WNBA All-Star Game 💥

Dominique Malonga throws it down months after Unrivaled slam

02:04

Jonquel Jones Fries Team Coop 🍳

Liberty star's dominant double-double helps Team Spoon get the win

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Jonquel Jones Wins ASG MVP 🤩Liberty star put on a masterclass vs. Team Coop

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Team Spoon Wins ASG ⭐Jonquel Jones drops near triple-double to lead team to 129-122 win over Team Coop 📲

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WNBA To Launch Replay CenterLeague announces new investment initiative to start the 2027 season

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Azzi Wins 3-Point ContestWings' No. 1 pick becomes first rookie to ever win the event

www.nytimes.com•2w

How to watch WNBA All-Star Game 2026: Start time, streaming, rosters and halftime showThe W's brightest stars take Chicago on Saturday night. Here's what to know and how to tune in.

01:20

Azzi Goes Off To Make WNBA History 🎯

A score of 30 to win the 3-point contest as a rookie

www.nytimes.com•2w

WNBA All-Star Skills Challenge: Delle Donne impresses in Shooting StarsThe retired Washington Mystic combined with Shakira Austin and high school star Jezelle "GG" Banks.

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Obama Surprises WNBA All-StarsFormer President made an appearance at practice in Chicago

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Clark Moving on from Hard FoulFever star says Alyssa Thomas incident happens 'in every season' and 'we move on'

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Clark Names Dream Celeb LineupFever star's starting 5 includes Adam Sandler and Timothée Chalamet 🎥

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WNBA All-Star Menu Revealed 🍔Lisa Leslie and Kelsey Mitchell give look into game's concessions 🎥

01:29

A'ja Still WNBA's Top Dog 😤

It's not Olivia, Caitlin or Paige's league...yet

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New Caitlin 1 Colorway 👟'White Label LX Promo' revealed at All-Star Weekend

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Clark Wanted Bron on Warriors 🗣️Caitlin gave instant take when news broke

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WNBA Star's Bron Reaction 😯Philly native Kahleah Copper was at All-Star podium when news dropped 📲

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Angel Reese's Barbie Doll 💕Dream star shares first look. See it here 📲

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Updated Power Rankings 📊Where every team stands at the All-Star break ➡️

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Breaking NewsBrianna Turner: Fever fired a male employee for sexual harassment, players encouraged to keep quiet (AP)

www.nytimes.com•2w

WNBA All-Star watch guide: What to know about 3-point contest, new Shooting Stars eventWNBA All-Star weekend is here. Shooting Stars zips through the past, present and future, while the 3-point contest brings raining treys.

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Fever Appealing Clark TechIndiana awaits decision with Caitlin one technical foul away from suspension (ESPN)

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Why Clark Got 7th Tech'Scoreboard' taunt has Fever star on verge of suspension

01:55

Fever Drop 123 PTS on Sun 🤯

Indiana sets new franchise record for points in a game

www.nytimes.com•3w

Caitlin Clark assessed seventh technical — one shy of suspension — in win over SunOver 22 games this season, Clark is averaging 20.7 points, 3.9 rebounds and 7.8 assists per contest.

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Clark 1 Tech Away From PenaltyFever star to face one game suspension on 8th technical foul

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Fever Could Not Be Tamed 🔥Clark, Mitchell and Boston combine for 72 pts in beatdown over Sun

www.nytimes.com•3w

Sophie Cunningham says it’s ‘common sense’ to keep trans athletes out of women’s sportsIn an ESPN article, the Indiana Fever guard said that girls and women "shouldn't have to go against biological men."

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WNBA Meeting on Player SafetyLeague releases statement on recent increase in racist, hateful and abusive messaging towards players

02:00

Alyssa Thomas Double-Double on Sparks 👊

Mercury star was sensational in win over rivals

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Clark: 2K27 Cover 'Surreal' ❤️Fever star talks rating, Sophie Cunningham, LeBron and more in exclusive B/R interview 📲

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Wemby on NBA 2K27 Cover 👽Caitlin Clark, Derrick Rose featured on Deluxe, Ultra Editions 📸

highposthoops.com•3w

The Indiana Fever have one more chance to pass the Dream before All-StarThe Indiana Fever and Atlanta Dream are racing toward being named Eastern Conference champions, something that will be decided in the weeks to come.

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WNBA 3-Pt Contest Set 🎯Mabrey, Fudd headline field. All 6 participants here 📲

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3 Stars Declined 3-Pt Contest ❌Caitlin, Sabrina and Kayla McBride decided not to participate (ESPN)

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Sophie Rejects Enforcer LabelCunningham says she's more than a 'bodyguard' (ESPN)

www.nytimes.com•3w

Why WNBA union won’t monetize Sophie Cunningham’s viral point (but she can)The WNBA's union has a policy not to license any apparel that features a confrontation between members of the union.

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Caitlin Clark Reveals Favorite Colorway of Her Nike Signature Shoe in New Video

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Clark Not Worried About TechsCaitlin won't change approach with suspension nearing 🎥

highposthoops.com•3w

DeWanna Bonner delivers rare Mercury bright spot with career milestoneDeWanna Bonner added another milestone to her long list of accomplishments.

www.nytimes.com•3w

WNBA power rankings: Will the New York Liberty eventually find their groove?Can the Connecticut Sun end on a strong note? Sabreena Merchant surveys the WNBA landscape before All-Star Game.

02:00

DeWanna Bonner Cooks Sun 🔥

Mercury vet scores season-high 21 points to lead team to 72-63 win

01:00

Mitchell Drops 33 on 10/14 FG 👩‍🍳

Fever star follows up Caitlin's historic game with 33 point performance

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Fever Beat Liberty by 20 🥊Indiana had themselves a day in win over Stewie, New York 📲

www.nytimes.com•3w

Caitlin Clark picks up sixth technical foul this seasonIf Clark reaches eight fouls, she'll have to serve a one-game suspension.

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Caitlin Teases New Colorway 😈Clark shares pic of purple gradient sneakers after historic game 📸

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Sun-Mercury Highlights

07/17/2026

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Caitlin Clark breaks franchise scoring record in Fever’s comeback win over StormThe Indiana star became the first player in WNBA history to record at least 40 points and 10 assists in a single game.

00:59

🚨 Caitlin Clark Drops 45 & 10

First-ever 40 and 10 game in WNBA history while also breaking a franchise scoring record

www.nytimes.com•3w

WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert, players to discuss growing online harassment problemPlayers said they requested the meeting after a controversial incident involving Caitlin Clark and Alyssa Thomas.

www.nytimes.com•4w

WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert says online vitriol at players is ‘unacceptable’Engelbert said the issues of online abuse WNBA players face are a "microcosm in a broader society."

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Caitlin Clark Calls Out Refs 👀No-call on hard foul had Fever star frustrated after loss to Valkyries 🎥

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Valks Shut Down Clark ❌Golden State wins 8th straight led by Williams and Chen

01:59

Valkyries Are On FIRE 🔥

Golden State CLAMPS Caitlin Clark for 8th straight win

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WNBA All-Star Rosters 📝🐺 Bueckers x Stewie 🤝 A'ja links with Caitlin Clark 📲 Full teams after draft

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Indianapolis' 2000s Mt. Rushmore 🤩See which Fever players were among Indy's top athletes of the century ➡️

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New 'Caitlin 1' Colorway ❄️Clark unveils fresh pair on IG 📸

01:56

Miles' Career-High 33 Pts😮‍💨

'The Spectacle' combines with Kayla McBride to drop 70 in win over Mercury 🎥

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CC Talks Cunningham's UFC Gig 😁Fever star wondering if her teammate will be a UFC fighter at some point 🎥

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Iconic Memes at UFC Event 🫵Sophie Cunningham, Max Holloway link up to hit their signature points 📸

www.nytimes.com•1mo

WNBA power rankings: How the Toronto Tempo are making a Canadian impactHow far up did the Golden State Valkyries move in Sabreena Merchant's rankings? All the way to the top.

01:57

Fever Handle Aces 😯

Kelsey Mitchell, Indy blowout Vegas a day after their historic win

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Caitlin Makes History 🪙Fever star is fastest player in WNBA history to reach 600 assists

01:30

Aces Beat Mercury By 48 🫣

A'ja, Vegas put BTA on Phoenix on national television