Minnesota Lynx vs. Phoenix Mercury - September 21, 2025

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Mercury logo, Mercury 0-1, 1ST 24, 2ND 23, 3RD 12, 4TH 10, TOT 69

Lynx logo, Lynx 1-0, 1ST 22, 2ND 18, 3RD 19, 4TH 23, TOT 82

What's Buzzing

Mitchell Hansen

We’ll have World Cup coverage at @HittingHardwood throughout the Cup, providing Lynx fans a daily update on how Minnesota’s six players are performing in Germany. Check out the full schedule and come back to see how the Lynx are performing!

Hitting the Hardwood

September is here, and that means the 2026 FIBA World Cup will soon begin! As the games take place in Germany, we will have you covered with results of the action involving the six Minnesota Lynx players and how those players are performing overseas ⤵️ https://t.co/8sqEA57RH0

Mitchell Hansen

10h

Through 40 games in the #WNBA regular season season, the Minnesota Lynx starting lineup is averaging the second-most minutes played this season, logging 150.3 minutes per game. Minnesota trails only Atlanta (158.1 minutes) for most in the WNBA. h/t @statmuse

Minnesota Lynx

15h

Queen did Queen things in August. 😮‍💨

azcentral sports

17h

Team USA and the Mercury received some tough news on Aug. 31, regarding Kelsey Plum. https://t.co/mcXUm76yyN

Minnesota Lynx

18h

heat on feet in ATL. 👟

Live Odds	Spread	O/U	Moneyline
Phoenix Mercury	+8.5 -110	O 159 -114	+300
Minnesota Lynx	-8.5 -110	U 159 -106	-400

Mercury Blow Out Tempo 😎

Phoenix was up 47 PTS at one point 🎥

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

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

Lynx-Dream Highlights

08/30/2026

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

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

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

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

highposthoops.com•3d

NaLyssa Smith's injury blows the championship wide open for Lynx and ValkyriesThe Las Vegas Aces are hoping to repeat their 2025 WNBA Championship win, but the team may struggle without NaLyssa Smith on the floor.

Amoore Drops 25 on Mercury 🔥

Kiki Iriafen assisted with 20 PTS for Mystics

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

highposthoops.com•5d

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

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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

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

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2K27's Season 1 Gameplay 🎮First look at The City and MyTEAM featuring Wemby and Olivia Miles 🎥

Valkyries FINALLY Beat Lynx ‼️

Golden State exorcises demons in 1st win EVER over Minnesota 🎥

highposthoops.com•1w

Olivia Miles is winning games, but the Lynx's heart is still Napheesa CollierNapheesa Collier is back and stronger for the Minnesota Lynx, and she's potentially going to power the team all the way to the WNBA Finals this season.

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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)

highposthoops.com•1w

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.

highposthoops.com•1w

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

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

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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)

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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

zonecoverage.com•1w

Cheryl Reeve Has Made Sideline-Inbound Plays A Cheat Code - Zone CoverageOne of the most evident traits of an elite head coach is the ability to capitalize on opportunities and maximize players' individual skill sets. Cheryl

Reese Drops Career-High 31 PTS 🔥

Dream star records double-double to clinch Atlanta's playoff berth

highposthoops.com•1w

Cheryl Reeve's MVP take is the correct one — but time will tell if voters agreeOlivia Miles is well on her way to becoming the second player in WNBA history to being named Rookie of the Year and MVP in one season.

Sydney Taylor Cold Game-Winner 🥶

Second one of the season for Sky rookie

The Spectacle Handles Business 🥽

Olivia Miles scores game-high 24 points in win over Mystics 🎥

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WNBA Commish: Some People Trying to 'Sow Divisiveness'Cathy Engelbert makes comment on debate over transgender athletes (AP)

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WNBA Stars' Big Purchases 😂Sophie Cunningham and Courtney Williams went very different directions after pay increases 📲

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Wolves, Lynx Get New Owner 🐺Marc Stad completes deal to become controlling owner of NBA, WNBA franchises at $4.5B valuation (Shams)

highposthoops.com•1w

The Minnesota Lynx have one thing to do this season: win it all The Minnesota Lynx are several games in front of their closest challengers, the Golden State Valkyries — and they could win the WNBA Championship this year.

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Olivia Miles Suffers Ankle InjuryLynx HC Cheryl Reeve unsure of severity

Lynx-Valkyries Highlights

08/19/2026

Olivia Miles Ankle Breaker ⛸️

Look at the amount of seperation on the 3-point shot

Olivia Miles Injured Late

Lynx star went back to the locker room and then returned to bench area

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Latest WNBA Playoff Picture 🖼️Where teams stand after Valkyries clinch 📲

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Phoenix Arena's New Update 😯Suns, Mercury adding 9,266-sq. ft. exterior LED display to Mortgage Matchup Center 🎥

highposthoops.com•2w

Brilliant Nia Coffey adjustment makes Lynx even more dangerousCheryl Reeve has figured out how to keep Nia Coffey in the rotation with Napheesa Collier back.

Fire Win Close One 😅

Bridget Carleton's clutch block and FTs seal the win over Mercury

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Mercury Retire Taurasi's Uni 🙌WNBA legend's legacy will forever be in Phoenix 🎥

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Updated WNBA Playoff Picture 🖼️Sun officially eliminated from contention. Tap for full standings ➡️

The Spectacle Takes Down Aces 🥽

Miles puts up 23 points to spoil A'ja's 32-point night 🎥

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Basketball HOF 2027 Recap 🏀Top highlights and reaction to Saturday's ceremony ➡️

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Caitlin Makes WNBA History 📝Fastest player EVER to 700 assists

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DT Eyeing Mercury Ownership 👀Diana Taurasi hopes to hold stake in former team within next year or two (ESPN)

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Latest WNBA Playoff Picture 🖼️Breaking down updated postseason bracket after Aces clinch

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Breaking NewsFever All-Stars Aliyah Boston, Kelsey Mitchell disappointed by home fans booing coach Stephanie White (AP)

highposthoops.com•2w

Cheryl Reeve’s statement shirts are as meaningful as they are iconic in WNBA circlesCheryl Reeve spoke about the motivation behind her statement T-shirts.

Lynx-Fire Highlights

08/12/2026

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

Noemie Brochant TORCHES Sparks 🧯

Mercury forward was feeling it in LA

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

Mystics Win 7-Straight 🏛️

Washington HALTS Kelsey Plum, Mercury's surge

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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Lynx Punch Playoff Ticket 🎟️Minnesota is first team to clinch a spot after win over Aces 📸

Miles Pulls Up From Logo 🥽

Beat the buzzer too

Lynx CLAMP A'ja 🗜️

Reigning MVP was held to 5/17 shooting as Olivia Miles, Phee put on offensive clinic in win

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

highposthoops.com•3w

Minnesota Lynx quietly won the Team USA World Cup roster selectionFans may not be happy that Olivia Miles didn't make the Team USA roster, but things worked out pretty well for the Lynx.

highposthoops.com•3w

Cheryl Reeve’s ruthless critique may be just what the Lynx need after loss to Sparks Coming off a ten-game winning streak, you could expect the Lynx to be pretty happy with where they are, but after a streak-ending surprise loss to the Sparks, C

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

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

Sparks Snap Lynx Win Streak ⚡️

Los Angeles pops off and defeats Minnesota

zonecoverage.com•3w

Maya Caldwell Has Found A Home With the Lynx - Zone CoverageAmid the Minnesota Lynx's roster turnover this off-season, there was a litany of questions about this season's roster. They ranged from when Napheesa

zonecoverage.com•3w

The Lynx Found Their Missing Aussie In Chloe Bibby - Zone CoverageThe Minnesota Lynx have played 31 games this season while missing the most valuable position in an organization. The Australian big. Alanna Smith was the

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

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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•4w

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.

Mercury Trio Pop OFF 🤩

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

Plum's 1st Mercury Points 🎯

WNBA

@WNBA

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)

highposthoops.com•4w

Napheesa Collier’s return has already presented Cheryl Reeve with a new challengeGetting Napheesa Collier back has been great for the Lynx, but Cheryl Reeve still has some things to figure out.

highposthoops.com•4w

Caitlin Clark’s self-awareness about brutal lapses vs Lynx promises quick turnaroundCaitlin Clark noted a clear area of improvement for herself and the rest of the team after losing to the Lynx.

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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

Lynx Win 10th Game in a Row 🐺

Longest win streak in WNBA this season

highposthoops.com•1mo

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.

Sabrina's Near Triple-Dub 🤏

Liberty star put on a clinic in Phoenix

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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 🎥

Minnesota's 9th Straight Win 🔥

Collier, Miles, and Williams each score 16 points

Mercury Stun Valks 🔥

Thomas, Copper secure comeback win combining for 52 PTS

Tempo-Lynx Highlights

07/28/2026

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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? 🎥

Bleacher Report•1mo

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

Dunk in WNBA All-Star Game 💥

Dominique Malonga throws it down months after Unrivaled slam

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

Azzi Goes Off To Make WNBA History 🎯

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

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

A'ja Still WNBA's Top Dog 😤

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

Bleacher Report•1mo

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

Bleacher Report•1mo

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

Bleacher Report•1mo

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

Bleacher Report•1mo

Shooting Stars Comp Is Set 🔒Elena Delle Donne, Lauren Jackson headline the participants 📲

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

Phee Double-Double in Return 🤩

Back like she never left with 24 and 10 vs. Storm

Alyssa Thomas Double-Double on Sparks 👊

Mercury star was sensational in win over rivals

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🚨Phee Returns for Lynx TodayCollier to make season debut after being sidelined for first 10 weeks with ankle injuries (The Athletic)

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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)

McBride. Miles Combine for 65 😳

Lynx duo TORCH Storm en route to close win

Kayla McBride Shows Out 🪣

Fire had no answers for Lynx star

highposthoops.com•1mo

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

DeWanna Bonner Cooks Sun 🔥

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

Sun-Mercury Highlights

07/17/2026

🚨 Caitlin Clark Drops 45 & 10

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

Olivia Miles Is Must Watch 👓

'The Spectacle' already breaking records

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Collier Drops Jordan Kicks 👟Lynx star unveils 'Queen Phee' Shoes 📸

McBride Outduels Ogwumike 🥊

Minnesota increases lead for No. 1 spot in league 🎥

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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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Minneapolis' 2000s Mt. Rushmore 🤩See which Lynx were among Minny's top athletes of the century ➡️

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LaMelo: Olivia Miles 'Cold' 🥶New Wolves star with high praise for Lynx's breakout rookie 🎥

Miles' Career-High 33 Pts😮‍💨

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

Miles' Career-High 33 Pts😮‍💨

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CAREER-HIGH FOR OLIVIA MILES ✅ SEASON-HIGH FOR KAYLA MCBRIDE ✅ This Lynx duo combined for 70 points in a 104-100 win vs. the Mercury 😮‍💨

Miles Reaches 400 Points 🐺

ESPN Insights

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@ESPNInsights

Olivia Miles has reached 400 points in her rookie season 👏 Miles is now the fastest player in WNBA history to reach 400 points, 100 rebounds and 100 assists, hitting those marks in just 22 games 🔥

Aces Beat Mercury By 48 🫣

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

highposthoops.com•2mo

Season-defining Mercury decision looms as struggles continue The Phoenix Mercury must make a critical decision as their season goes from bad to worse.

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Aces' Historic Win 🎰2nd largest point differential in WNBA history

Lynx Move to Top Seed 📶

Miles, McBride combine for 48 points in win over Liberty

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Wings-Tempo Sets Record 🎟️Duel between Paige and Marina Mabrey is most attended regular season game in WNBA history 📸

highposthoops.com•2mo

New Cheryl Reeve record proves she's the WNBA coaching GOAT Cheryl Reeve added another milestone to a long and successful coaching career.

Kelsey Mitchell Outduels Alyssa Thomas 🤫

Fever star drops 29 in primetime matchup

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Reeve Becomes Winningest HC 🙌Lynx coach breaks record for most wins in WNBA history 📸

Cheryl Reeve Earns 380th Win 🔥

Kayla McBride comes through with Phee and Olivia Miles out

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Clark Returns Tonight 👀Caitlin (back) to play vs. Sparks, but will sit Thursday vs. Mercury 🎥

Biggest WNBA All-Star Snubs 😬

Top names that missed out on the roster 🎥

highposthoops.com•2mo

Desperate Sparks, Mercury have tough Chennedy Carter decision to make after Aces exitThe Aces waived Chennedy Carter, giving struggling teams an opportunity to pick u a high-level scorer if they’re willing to take the risk.

Sky-Mercury Highlights

07/07/2026

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WNBA All-Star Reserves 💫Angel Reese, Kelsey Plum headline list. Full roster here 📲

Sun-Lynx Highlights

07/06/2026

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ESPN Legend Defends Caitlin ClarkLinda Cohn rips 'stupidity' of WNBA players' All-Star voting 🎥

Lynx-Liberty Highlights

07/03/2026

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Clark Makes 5-Min Statement🎙️Caitlin addresses media for first time since Alyssa Thomas incident. Watch here 📲