Aces' A'ja Wilson first to score 1,000 points in single season - ESPN:

si.com/wnba/wnba-finals-game-1-reactions-lynx-ot-win-over-liberty

Oct 11

WNBA World Reacts to Lynx's Exciting OT Win Over Liberty in Game 1 of Finals: The Lynx overcame an 18-point deficit to win in overtime.

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Oct 11

No Caitlin Clark. No Angel Reese. No Problem for the WNBA Finals.: The Clark-Reese rivalry brought new fans to the WNBA—and more sexist, racist ...

slate.com/podcasts/a-word/2024/10/even-without-caitlin-clark-and-angel-reese-the-wnba-finals-promise-a-super-series

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Oct 11

How Lynx rallied to beat Liberty, win WNBA Finals Game 1 - ESPN: Minnesota trailed by as many as 18 points but rallied to beat New York and steal Game 1 of the ...

espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/41725749/wnba-finals-2024-new-york-liberty-minnesota-lynx-game-1-rally-comeback

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Oct 07

New York Liberty top Las Vegas Aces, advance to WNBA Finals - ESPN: Sabrina Ionescu rebounded from a rare off game to score 22 points, and nearly a year after ...

espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/41648409/new-york-liberty-top-las-vegas-aces-advance-wnba-finals

Quick Glance: Aces survive elimination game against Liberty

The Las Vegas Aces defeated the New York Liberty 95-81, keeping their season alive.

A crucial 16-point run in the third quarter allowed the Aces to dominate, leading by as much as 25 points.

Liberty's Sabrina Ionescu scored only four points, effectively contained by the Aces' defense.

The Minnesota Lynx also secured a win, putting them close to the Finals, while the Connecticut Sun must address defensive issues.

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Sabrina Ionescu shows everyone can use a mentor. WNBA stars help girls to dream big

usatoday.com/story/sports/wnba/2024/10/13/sabrina-ionescu-aja-wilson-mentor-teenage-girls/75647419007/

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si.com/wnba/breanna-stewart-missed-game-winning-ft-tying-layup-loss-lynx

Oct 11

Breanna Stewart Missed a Game-Winning FT and Game-Tying Layup in Game 1 Loss to Lynx

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Oct 13

Norwegian Cruise Line makes a surprising deal

sacbee.com/news/business/article293876024.html

sbnation.com/wnba/2024/10/10/24267237/cathy-engelbert-wnba-conference-schedule-golden-state-valkyries-draft

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Linkin.bio Oct 11

Cathy Engelbert announces major WNBA scheduling changes, expansion information, and more

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The Lynx's Cheryl Reeve: Best WNBA coach ever?: It’s Cheryl Reeve’s seventh appearance in the Finals, she’s won a record-tying four titles ...

startribune.com/minnesota-lynx-wnba-finals-cheryl-reeve-best-wnba-coach/601161306

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Oct 10

The WNBA is having a real moment - Caitlin Clark and the league’s historic season by the numbers

cnn.com/2024/10/10/sport/wnba-caitlin-clark-by-the-numbers-spt-intl/

Quick Glance: Caitlin Clark: Time for a Break from the Spotlight

Caitlin Clark, the No. 1 pick in the WNBA Draft, is ready for a break from the intense spotlight following her record-setting rookie season with the Indiana Fever.

Despite the pressure and scrutiny she faced, Clark emphasizes her commitment to remaining respectful and grounded in her upbringing.

Her coach and teammates highlight her maturity and professionalism while navigating the challenges of fame, expressing trust in her abilities.

Clark is grateful for the relationships and opportunities she has built throughout her career and wouldn't change any of her experiences.

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Oct 01

Ionescu, Liberty look to return to Finals -- and more - ESPN: The Liberty guard still seeks her first championship trophy -- college or WNBA ...

espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/41516186/wnba-playoffs-2024-sabrina-ionescu-new-york-liberty-franchise-first-championship

148

Oct 10

WNBA to expand Finals to 7-game series next season: The WNBA will expand its Finals next year to a best-of-seven format. The league announced the change on ...

apnews.com/article/wnba-finals-best-of-seven-engelbert-9d04d1919b47bdd7c8e546cbd48897c0

299

Oct 04

Fever hire Amber Cox from Wings as COO and GM - ESPN: The Indiana Fever have hired Amber Cox as the team's chief operating officer and general manager ...

espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/41605675/fever-hire-amber-cox-wings-coo-gm

162

10h

Can the New York Liberty, the Best in the W.N.B.A, Finally Win It All?: The Liberty, an original W.N.B.A. franchise, have been to the finals five times and lost ...

nytimes.com/2024/10/13/nyregion/new-york-liberty-finals.html

149

Oct 10

The Six Biggest Questions of the 2024 WNBA Finals: What will decide Liberty-Lynx? From the colossal clash between Breanna Stewart and Naphessa Collier to the ...

theringer.com/wnba/2024/10/10/24266796/wnba-finals-preview-2024-new-york-liberty-minnesota-lynx

24

Oct 03

WNBA playoffs 2024: Connecticut Sun Marina Mabrey isn't here for anyone's popularity contest - ESPN

espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/41569899/2024-wnba-playoffs-connecticut-sun-marina-mabrey-here-anyone-popularity-contest

374

Oct 07

Shams Charania to Take Over For Wojnarowski as ESPN NBA Insider: Shams Charania is joining ESPN as a Senior National Basketball Association Insider ...

bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-10-07/shams-charania-to-take-over-for-wojnarowski-as-espn-nba-insider

Quick Glance: Shams Charania Takes Over ESPN's NBA Coverage

Jeff Passan is committed to ESPN, focusing on MLB.

Adrian Wojnarowski left ESPN to become GM at his alma mater.

Shams Charania has been named the new Senior NBA Insider at ESPN.

Passan celebrated the news with a humorous post on X.

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Oct 10

Skip Bayless is off TV but not done arguing about sports: Bayless, 72, spent a decade-plus picking fights on ESPN and Fox Sports. How he’s looking for a new home ...

washingtonpost.com/sports/2024/10/10/skip-bayless-fox-sports-exit/

190

Oct 05

WNBA playoffs Game 3: Lynx cruise past Sun in Connecticut for 2-1 series lead: Napheesa Collier scored 26 points and had plenty of help from her teammates as the ...

startribune.com/lynx-beat-sun-wnba-playoffs-mohegan-napheesa-collier-courtney-williams-kayla-mcbride/601157385

Quick Glance: Reeve Confronts Sun Players Following Game 1 Celebration

Cheryl Reeve expressed discontent with the Connecticut Sun's celebration after their playoff series-opening victory.

The confrontation occurred near the locker room and required intervention from arena security.

Game 1 ended with a narrow loss for the Lynx, highlighted by a missed game-tying shot at the buzzer.

The series has featured notable aggression, reflecting a competitive history between the teams decided by only four points in the regular season.

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Oct 07

'I have receipts': Breanna Stewart emotional after Liberty get revenge over Aces: Breanna Stewart was emotional following the New York Liberty's WNBA playoff ...

usatoday.com/story/sports/wnba/playoffs/2024/10/06/breanna-stewart-new-york-liberty-las-vegas-aces/75549525007/

604

Oct 04

How Aces' Kelsey Plum persevered through tough WNBA season - ESPN: Las Vegas trails 2-0 in the WNBA semifinals. But whatever the outcome of this season ...

espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/41570239/wnba-playoffs-2024-semifinals-las-vegas-aces-kelsey-plum

77

15h

The Lynx couldn’t wait to add Courtney Williams — and she’s showing why: Courtney Williams’s Game 1 heroics put Minnesota in charge of the WNBA Finals against ...

washingtonpost.com/sports/2024/10/13/courtney-williams-lynx-wnba-finals/

135

Oct 11

How can San Jose Sharks fans watch tonight’s season-opening game?: San Jose Sharks, with Macklin Celebrini and Will Smith, host the St. Louis Blues tonight at ...

mercurynews.com/2024/10/10/how-can-san-jose-sharks-fans-watch-tonights-season-opening-game/

5

Oct 07

Alyssa Thomas, Sun force Lynx to Game 5 in WNBA semifinals - ESPN: Alyssa Thomas and the Sun staved off elimination against the Lynx and now face a ...

espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/41650352/alyssa-thomas-sun-force-lynx-game-5-wnba-semifinals

22

Oct 09

Why Shams Charania was a must-hire for ESPN after Woj: Burke Magnus: ESPN replaced star NBA reporter Adrian Wojnarowski with Shams Charania. Burke Magnus ...

businessinsider.com/espn-nba-shams-charania-adrian-wojnarowski-talent-strategy-burke-magnus-2024-10

152

Oct 03

Former NFL QB Colin Kaepernick Receives Surprising Reaction When Shown at WNBA Playoffs

newsweek.com/sports/nfl/former-nfl-qb-colin-kaepernick-receives-surprising-reaction-when-shown-wnba-playoffs-1963621

Quick Glance: Kaepernick Continues to Pursue NFL Comeback

Colin Kaepernick, former NFL quarterback, is determined to return despite not playing since 2016.

He emphasizes his enduring passion for football and ongoing training efforts.

Kaepernick believes he can contribute to a team's success and has communicated this publicly.

Despite a failed workout with the Las Vegas Raiders in 2022, he remains optimistic and ready.

143

Oct 10

Finals impact rankings: Top 15 players in 2024 WNBA Finals - ESPN: As talent-studded New York and Minnesota face off in the WNBA Finals, which players will have ...

espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/41699331/2024-wnba-finals-impact-rankings-top-15-players-collier-stewart-ionescu

17

Oct 10

Minnesota Lynx fans eager for return to championship glory: Minnesota Lynx fans are hopeful the team will regain its championship-winning ways following Tuesday ...

startribune.com/minnesota-lynx-fans-eager-for-return-to-championship-glory/601159984

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Not without problems: Tom Brady is about to return to the NFL as a club owner: He can't quite let go: Superstar Tom Brady is working on his NFL comeback ...

n-tv.de/sport/Tom-Brady-steht-vor-NFL-Rueckkehr-als-Klubbesitzer-article25288131.html

Quick Glance: Tom Brady Set for Approval as Raiders Minority Owner

Tom Brady is expected to be approved as a minority owner of the Las Vegas Raiders on Tuesday.

He agreed to purchase 10% of the franchise from Mark Davis after the initial deal was revised due to discount concerns.

The approval requires 24 out of 32 NFL owners and is anticipated by the league's finance committee.

Brady's ownership role may impact his broadcasting preparation and ability to critique officiating.

16

Oct 10

Breanna Stewart seeks redemption in second straight WNBA Finals apperance: Stewart struggled in the championship round lats year, averaging only 16 ...

nbcnews.com/sports/wnba/breanna-stewart-liberty-wnba-finals-rcna174601

174

Oct 03

What Wright's firing means for Dream, WNBA coaching landscape - ESPN: Three WNBA teams have parted with their coaches in eight days. Which job ...

espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/41576332/wnba-2024-atlanta-dream-fire-tanisha-wright-coach-openings-vacancies-next

32

Oct 09

Caitlin Clark is box office: 10 charts that illustrate her WNBA impact: Caitlin Clark changed the WNBA during her rookie season. Her statistics, attendance ...

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35m

MTA bus driver who helped little girl on UWS sidewalk moonlights as New York Liberty dancer, performs at finals game

nypost.com/2024/10/13/us-news/mta-bus-driver-who-helped-little-girl-on-uws-sidewalk-moonlights-as-new-york-liberty-dancer-performs-at-finals-game/

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SI

si.com/wnba/storm-guard-nika-muhl-sustains-torn-acl-first-game-with-overseas-team

Oct 03

Storm Guard Nika Mühl Sustains Torn ACL in First Game With Overseas Team: The former UConn star's status for the 2025 WNBA season is now in jeopardy.

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Oct 11

The WNBA’s big night, plus the Yankees’ survival: The Pulse Newsletter 📣 | This is The Athletic’s daily sports newsletter. Sign up here to receive The Pulse ...

nytimes.com/athletic/5834083/2024/10/11/lynx-liberty-wnba-finals-the-pulse/

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Oct 11

Joe Rogan, Alex Cooper, and more: The 6 highest-paid podcasters: Some top podcasts have landed $100 million deals as the 21-year-old medium goes mainstream

qz.com/highest-paid-podcasters-joe-rogan-alex-cooper-1851668283

1

Oct 12

Basketball Hall of Fame to induct 13-member class led by Vince Carter and Chauncey Billups

apnews.com/article/basketball-hall-of-fame-induction-6e9a225d4a29f9d13c35179d7f2b847c

Quick Glance: Warnings of Ongoing Storm Risks in Atlantic Region

The Atlantic hurricane season remains active following devastating storms.

Five hurricanes have made landfall in the U.S., with experts predicting a possible record of six.

Warm ocean temperatures and favorable atmospheric conditions suggest two to three more named storms by early November.

Preparation is crucial as climate change is leading to more intense hurricanes appearing later in the season.

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Oct 02

A reporter keeps asking about Caitlin Clark. Players want her banned.: In a thrilling but delicate moment for the WNBA, a journalist’s focus on Clark is stirring ...

747

SI

Oct 04

Victor Wembanyama Names Caitlin Clark As WNBA Player Who Inspires Him: One Rookie of the Year gave high praise to another.

si.com/nba/victor-wembanyama-names-caitlin-clark-wnba-player-who-inspires-him

712

Oct 10

WNBA 101: Teams, players, facts and stats to know - ESPN: In 2024, the WNBA hit an all-time high in U.S. search interest. Get up to speed on top stats ...

espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/41343002/wnba-101-teams-players-facts-stats-know

333

Oct 09

Lynx return to finals with 88-77 win over Sun in Game 5 behind Collier's 27 points, 11 rebounds

apnews.com/article/lynx-sun-score-wnba-playoffs-e59545bd7020d1ce23e2db5ab6bcfd4d

75

Oct 08

Jim Souhan: Vikings and Lynx have exceeded expectations in 2024, now face their most important tests

startribune.com/vikings-lynx-expectations-big-tests-wnba-nfl-souhan/601158694

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Oct 07

Putin’s ‘Merchant of Death’ Viktor Bout Selling Guns Again After U.S. Freed Him: WSJ

thedailybeast.com/putins-merchant-of-death-viktor-bout-selling-guns-again-after-us-freed-him-wsj

32

Sep 30

Marina Mabrey leads Connecticut Sun to Game 1 victory - ESPN: Connecticut standout guard Marina Mabrey scored 20 points and connected on six 3-pointers in the ...

espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/41523083/marina-mabrey-leads-connecticut-sun-game-1-victory

32

Oct 05

She’s a fashion icon and social media star. How a sports mascot took the internet by storm

cnn.com/2024/10/05/sport/ellie-elephant-new-york-liberty-wnba-cec/

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Oct 03

Sue Bird: Caitlin Clark Didn't Bring Racism to WNBA; Fever Star Being Used as a Pawn

bleacherreport.com/articles/10137853-sue-bird-caitlin-clark-didnt-bring-racism-to-wnba-fever-star-being-used-as-a-pawn

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Linkin.bio Oct 03

Brittney Griner’s participation in Unrivaled is a reminder why the league exists in the first place

sbnation.com/2024/10/3/24260411/brittney-griner-unrivaled-basketball-league-phoenix-mercury-breanna-stewart-russia-detainment

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Oct 08

Making HERstory: How WNBA owner Clara Wu Tsai turned a team ‘no one wanted’ into New York’s next big franchise

cnn.com/2024/10/07/sport/wnba-clara-wu-tsai-new-york-liberty-spt-intl/

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Oct 06

For the WNBA, a wider audience means more money, more problems: The league is discovering the costs and benefits of the Caitlin Clark age, as it becomes a ...

washingtonpost.com/sports/2024/10/05/wnba-caitlin-clark-profits-controversy/

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Sep 30

Expansion draft for Golden State Valkyries set for Dec. 6 - ESPN: The expansion draft, the league's first since 2008, for the Golden State Valkyries ...

espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/41534878/expansion-draft-golden-state-valkyries-set-dec-6

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Oct 03

The Evolution of Paige Bueckers: Bueckers returned to UConn this year to chase an elusive national title. To win it, she’ll have to become someone new on the ...

theringer.com/college-basketball/2024/10/3/24260217/paige-bueckers-uconn-womens-basketball-national-championship-wnba

sfchronicle.com/sports/article/cal-college-gameday-19817675.php

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San Francisco Chronicle

B+

Oct 05

Cal fans storm barricades hours before ‘College GameDay’: Images posted to social media showed thousands of fans bursting through the gates late Friday and early ...

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Oct 11

Agony and Relief After Milton, and the Nobel Peace Prize Is Awarded: Plus, the W.N.B.A.’s record-breaking season.

nytimes.com/2024/10/11/podcasts/milton-florida-trump-car-loan-tax-break.html

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Sep 30

Jon Wertheim makes curious comment about WNBA, Caitlin Clark 'breakthrough' on '60 Minutes'

foxnews.com/sports/wnba-not-solely-caitlin-clark-real-breakthrough-star-2024-60-minutes-journalist-claims

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si.com/media/fans-saw-too-much-jason-sudeikis-during-game-1-of-the-wnba-finals

Oct 11

Fans Saw Too Much Jason Sudeikis During Game 1 of the WNBA Finals: Jason Sudeikis was courtside for Game 1 of the WNBA Finals.

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Oct 02

Megan Rapinoe blasts 'racist' question in middle of Caitlin Clark-DiJonai Carrington drama

nypost.com/2024/10/02/sports/megan-rapinoe-blasts-racist-question-in-middle-of-caitlin-clark-dijonai-carrington-drama/

indystar.com/story/sports/nba/pacers/2024/09/30/caitlin-clark-tyrese-haliburton-form-friendship-indiana-pacers-indiana-fever/75459208007/

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The Indianapolis Star

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Oct 01

Tyrese Haliburton, girlfriend, Caitlin Clark and boyfriend have become friends: The Indiana Pacers star was one of the Indiana Fever's biggest fans in their ...

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Oct 10

Shams Charania on joining ESPN after Woj's retirement: Shams Charania talked to CNBC about joining ESPN to replace rival and former mentor Adrian Wojnarowski ...

cnbc.com/2024/10/10/cnbc-sport-shams-charania-on-joining-espn-and-life-after-woj.html

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Oct 10

New York Liberty Owner Sees $1 Billion Team Value in 10 Years: Clara Wu Tsai, co-owner of the WNBA’s New York Liberty, predicted the women’s pro basketball ...

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Sep 29

Grant Williams explains why Caitlin Clark is not WNBAs best rookie ever: The former Tennessee star sent a strong message

247sports.com/article/grant-williams-explains-why-caitlin-clark-is-not-wnbas-best-rookie-ever-237148203/

439

Oct 03

How the Golden State Valkyries are marketing themselves as the new WNBA expansion franchise

nytimes.com/athletic/5809654/2024/10/03/golden-state-valkyries-wnba-expansion-marketing/

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Oct 10

A’ja Wilson And Sergio Hudson’s Designs Are The Perfect Match: The Las Vegas Aces player was styled multiple times by Amadi Brooks in pieces by the brand during ...

essence.com/fashion/aja-wilson-sergio-hudson-designs-during-wnba-finals/

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Oct 11

Lakers' JJ Redick says there's no tension between him and Doc Rivers: Lakers coach JJ Redick says his relationship with Bucks coach Doc Rivers is "fine" after ...

latimes.com/sports/lakers/story/2024-10-10/jj-redick-doc-rivers-relationship-lakers-bucks

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San Francisco Chronicle

B+

Oct 05

Bears fans bring Calgorithm energy, mayhem and joy to ESPN ‘College GameDay’ broadcast

trib.al/gOCyX6E

bleacherreport.com/articles/10137521-photo-wnbas-cameron-brink-announces-engagement-to-ben-felter-in-ig-post

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San Francisco Chronicle

B+

Oct 12

WNBA Finals open with high drama as Lynx stars Williams, Collier shine: The Liberty and Lynx WNBA Finals matchup offers a magnificent show. After Minnesota’s ...

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Oct 01

Photo: WNBA's Cameron Brink Announces Engagement to Ben Felter in IG Post: Cameron Brink won a national championship ring during her collegiate career at ...

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Sep 30

WNBA semifinals: How New York took a 1-0 lead over Las Vegas - ESPN: In a WNBA Finals rematch, New York got 34 points from Breanna Stewart and clamped down on ...

espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/41514484/wnba-playoffs-2024-semifinals-game-1-results-aces-liberty-lynx-sun

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Oct 05

Dwyane Wade offers Angel Reese advice on how to improve her game with comparison to A'ja Wilson

cbssports.com/wnba/news/dwyane-wade-offers-angel-reese-advice-on-how-to-improve-her-game-with-comparison-to-aja-wilson/

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Oct 02

WNBA semifinals - Game 2 Liberty Aces Sun Lynx results what happened - ESPN: New York is a win away from sweeping two-time defending champ Las Vegas out of the ...

espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/41549363/wnba-playoffs-2024-game-2-liberty-aces-sun-lynx-results-happened

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Oct 05

Aces guard Tiffany Hayes earns WNBA Sixth Player of the Year after coming out of retirement

sports.yahoo.com/aces-guard-tiffany-hayes-earns-wnba-sixth-player-of-the-year-after-coming-out-of-retirement-203914031.html

Quick Glance: Tiffany Hayes Named 2024 WNBA Sixth Player of the Year

Tiffany Hayes has been recognized as the 2024 WNBA Sixth Player of the Year after returning from retirement mid-season.

She signed with the Las Vegas Aces in May, following her retirement announcement in December 2023.

Hayes contributed significantly in 33 games, averaging 9.5 points, helping the Aces recover from a slow start.

Regarded as a game changer, Hayes is viewed as a crucial asset in key moments for the team.

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Oct 02

Becky Hammon: Aces 'haven't had the edge all year' - ESPN Video: Becky Hammon discusses the difficulty of three-peating and points to the distractions her ...

espn.com/video/clip/_/id/41567918

nytimes.com/athletic/5838552/2024/10/13/alanna-smith-lynx-all-defensive-wnba-finals-game-2/

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The Athletic 18h

Lynx’s Alanna Smith: X-factor, All-Defensive player, grad student: Two years ago, Smith wasn't even thinking about the WNBA. As she readies for Game 2 ...

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USA Today

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Oct 05

WNBA playoffs 2024: Best of the semifinal round: Take a look at the best images from the semifinal round of the 2024 WNBA playoffs.

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Oct 07

Fifth time lucky: Okot chases American dream: Medina Okot dared to dream that she will one day make it to “the land of opportunity.”WNBA, here comes Okot!

nation.africa/kenya/sports/basketball/fifth-time-lucky-okot-chases-american-dream--4787358