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Lynx storm back to beat to Liberty in Game 1 of WNBA Finals: The Lynx trailed 32-19 after one quarter but made an 18-2 run late that sent the game to overtime.
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Lynx storm back to beat to Liberty in Game 1 of WNBA Finals
Quick Glance: Lynx vs. Liberty: Key Insights for WNBA Finals 2024
  • The Minnesota Lynx defeated the Connecticut Sun to advance to the WNBA Finals against the New York Liberty.

  • The Liberty, featuring star players, are aiming for their first championship with an impressive 32-8 record this season.

  • Minnesota has bested New York multiple times this year, showcasing a strong defense that may play a crucial role.

  • The matchup between Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier could determine the Finals MVP, highlighting a clash between seasoned and emerging talents.
WNBA playoff ratings surge 142% over last year: The spike in viewership is the latest sign of the league's growing popularity.
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WNBA playoff ratings surge 142% over last year
Caitlin Clark wins WNBA Rookie of the Year: Caitlin Clark has been named WNBA Rookie of the Year, the league announce Thursday.
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Caitlin Clark wins WNBA Rookie of the Year
Quick Glance: Caitlin Clark: WNBA Rookie of the Year Announced
  • Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever was named WNBA Rookie of the Year, resolving a season-long debate among fans and media.

  • She received 66 out of 67 votes, defeating Angel Reese, who received one vote.

  • Clark averaged 19.2 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 8.4 assists per game, leading the WNBA in assists.

  • WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert announced the award during the Fever's first-round playoff series.
New York Liberty stars put on a show for college coaches in Game 2 of WNBA Finals
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New York Liberty stars put on a show for college coaches in Game 2 of WNBA ...
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 ...
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No Caitlin Clark. No Angel Reese. No Problem for the WNBA Finals.
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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WNBA World Reacts to Lynx's Exciting OT Win Over Liberty in Game 1 of ...
Former Kentucky coach Rick Pitino makes triumphant return at Big Blue Madness: At the end of Kentucky's Big Blue Madness event, Rick Pitino's former player ...
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Former Kentucky coach Rick Pitino makes triumphant return at Big Blue ...
Sabrina Ionescu shows everyone can use a mentor. WNBA stars help girls to dream big
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Sabrina Ionescu shows everyone can use a mentor. WNBA stars help girls to ...
Breanna Stewart Missed a Game-Winning FT and Game-Tying Layup in Game 1 Loss to Lynx
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Breanna Stewart Missed a Game-Winning FT and Game-Tying Layup in Game 1 ...
Cathy Engelbert announces major WNBA scheduling changes, expansion information, and more
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Cathy Engelbert announces major WNBA scheduling changes, expansion ...
Post-Clark, post-Bluder era has arrived for Iowa women’s basketball: Jan Jensen: ‘We have the potential to be really fun. We need to keep looking through the ...
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Post-Clark, post-Bluder era has arrived for Iowa women’s basketball
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 ...
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WNBA to expand Finals to 7-game series next season
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 ...
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The Lynx's Cheryl Reeve: Best WNBA coach ever?
LeBron James and son Bronny make NBA history by playing together: The Lakers picked LeBron’s son in the NBA Draft in June, making them the first father-son duo ...
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LeBron James and son Bronny make NBA history by playing together
Quick Glance: LeBron and Bronny James Make NBA History
  • LeBron James and his son Bronny played together for the first time in an NBA game for the Los Angeles Lakers.

  • They are the first father-son duo to play on the court simultaneously in an NBA game.

  • Bronny celebrated his 20th birthday and is expected to spend much of the upcoming season with the South Bay Lakers in the G League.

  • Both LeBron and Bronny have prepared for this moment and will create a historic partnership in the regular season.
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 ...
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WNBA playoffs Game 3: Lynx cruise past Sun in Connecticut for 2-1 series ...
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.
Dikembe Mutombo, a Towering N.B.A. Presence, Dies at 58: Mr. Mutombo, who did not begin playing basketball until adolescence, retired with the second-most ...
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Dikembe Mutombo, a Towering N.B.A. Presence, Dies at 58
Quick Glance: Dikembe Mutombo: NBA Star and Humanitarian Passes Away
  • Dikembe Mutombo, a legendary NBA center and humanitarian, passed away on September 30 in Atlanta at the age of 58 due to brain cancer.

  • Standing at 7 feet 2 inches, he was renowned for his defensive prowess, blocking 3,289 shots during his career, ranking second in NBA history behind Hakeem Olajuwon.

  • In addition to his athletic achievements, Mutombo was celebrated for his community involvement, notably funding a hospital in Kinshasa named after his mother.

  • His legacy endures through his philanthropic efforts and his role as the NBA's first global ambassador.
'I have receipts': Breanna Stewart emotional after Liberty get revenge over Aces: Breanna Stewart was emotional following the New York Liberty's WNBA playoff ...
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'I have receipts': Breanna Stewart emotional after Liberty get revenge ...
2024 WNBA Rookie of the Year: Fever's Caitlin Clark wins honor after historic debut season, per report
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2024 WNBA Rookie of the Year: Fever's Caitlin Clark wins honor after ...
Report: Caitlin Clark Wins 2024 WNBA Rookie of the Year Award After Historic Season
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Report: Caitlin Clark Wins 2024 WNBA Rookie of the Year Award After ...
Quick Glance: Caitlin Clark Wins 2024 WNBA Rookie of the Year
  • Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever has been named the 2024 WNBA Rookie of the Year.

  • She is the third Fever player to receive this honor, joining Tamika Catchings and Aliyah Boston.

  • Clark had an impressive debut season, averaging 19.2 points and setting multiple records.

  • After a challenging start, she significantly improved and led her team to the playoffs.
JuJu Watkins and USC come into their first college basketball season in the Big Ten with soaring expectations
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JuJu Watkins and USC come into their first college basketball season in ...
Quick Glance: High Hopes for JuJu Watkins and USC
  • JuJu Watkins and USC are entering their first Big Ten season with high expectations after reaching the Elite Eight last year.

  • Watkins was named Preseason Player of the Year, averaging 27.1 points per game last season.

  • USC coach Lindsay Gottlieb intends to learn from other coaches' experiences to prepare Watkins for the challenges of being a high-profile player.

  • The arrival of USC and other teams from the Pac-12 will change the dynamics of the Big Ten, providing Watkins with a larger platform.
Former NFL QB Colin Kaepernick Receives Surprising Reaction When Shown at WNBA Playoffs
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Former NFL QB Colin Kaepernick Receives Surprising Reaction When Shown at ...
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.
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 ...
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The Lynx couldn’t wait to add Courtney Williams — and she’s showing why
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 ...
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A reporter keeps asking about Caitlin Clark. Players want her banned.
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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Caitlin Clark is box office: 10 charts that illustrate her WNBA impact
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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Storm Guard Nika Mühl Sustains Torn ACL in First Game With Overseas Team
Minnesota Lynx fans eager for return to championship glory: Minnesota Lynx fans are hopeful the team will regain its championship-winning ways following Tuesday ...
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Minnesota Lynx fans eager for return to championship glory
Breanna Stewart seeks redemption in second straight WNBA Finals apperance: Stewart struggled in the championship round lats year, averaging only 16 ...
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Breanna Stewart seeks redemption in second straight WNBA Finals apperance
Victor Wembanyama Names Caitlin Clark As WNBA Player Who Inspires Him: One Rookie of the Year gave high praise to another.
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Victor Wembanyama Names Caitlin Clark As WNBA Player Who Inspires Him
Caitlin Clark is irreplaceable, but transfer Lucy Olsen is a heck of a Hawkeye replacement
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Caitlin Clark is irreplaceable, but transfer Lucy Olsen is a heck of a ...
NBA icon and NASCAR owner Michael Jordan sues racing circuit : Two racing teams, one owned by basketball legend Michael Jordan, filed a federal lawsuit Wednesday ...
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NBA icon and NASCAR owner Michael Jordan sues racing circuit
Quick Glance: Jordan's Lawsuit: A Turning Point for NASCAR
  • Michael Jordan's lawsuit against NASCAR could significantly alter stock car racing and enhance his legacy in another sport.

  • The lawsuit may lead to unprecedented transparency in the financial dealings of NASCAR and the teams.

  • Jordan is viewed as a pivotal figure capable of instigating major changes within the Cup Series.

  • A successful lawsuit could permanently change the landscape of NASCAR and extend Jordan's influence beyond basketball.
Jon Wertheim makes curious comment about WNBA, Caitlin Clark 'breakthrough' on '60 Minutes'
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Jon Wertheim makes curious comment about WNBA, Caitlin Clark ...
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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Tyrese Haliburton, girlfriend, Caitlin Clark and boyfriend have become ...
Grant Williams explains why Caitlin Clark is not WNBAs best rookie ever: The former Tennessee star sent a strong message
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Grant Williams explains why Caitlin Clark is not WNBAs best rookie ever
Brittney Griner’s participation in Unrivaled is a reminder why the league exists in the first place
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Brittney Griner’s participation in Unrivaled is a reminder why the league ...
She’s a fashion icon and social media star. How a sports mascot took the internet by storm
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She’s a fashion icon and social media star. How a sports mascot took the ...
Jim Souhan: Vikings and Lynx have exceeded expectations in 2024, now face their most important tests
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Jim Souhan: Vikings and Lynx have exceeded expectations in 2024 ...
Lynx return to finals with 88-77 win over Sun in Game 5 behind Collier's 27 points, 11 rebounds
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Lynx return to finals with 88-77 win over Sun in Game 5 behind Collier's ...
Putin’s ‘Merchant of Death’ Viktor Bout Selling Guns Again After U.S. Freed Him: WSJ
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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 ...
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For the WNBA, a wider audience means more money, more problems
Making HERstory: How WNBA owner Clara Wu Tsai turned a team ‘no one wanted’ into New York’s next big franchise
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Making HERstory: How WNBA owner Clara Wu Tsai turned a team ‘no one ...
Report: Caitlin Clark wins 2024 WNBA Rookie of the Year for Indiana Fever: A report on Friday announced that Caitlin Clark won the 2024 WNBA Rookie of the Year ...
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Report: Caitlin Clark wins 2024 WNBA Rookie of the Year for Indiana Fever
WNBA: Regular season attendance up 48 percent: WNBA regular-season attendance was up 48 percent over the 2023 season, the league announced Friday.
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WNBA: Regular season attendance up 48 percent
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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Photo: WNBA's Cameron Brink Announces Engagement to Ben Felter in IG Post
Fever Teammates Sent Caitlin Clark Heartfelt Messages After Rookie of the Year Win
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Fever Teammates Sent Caitlin Clark Heartfelt Messages After Rookie of the ...
USC's Juju Watkins ready to take college torch with Caitlin Clark in WNBA: Southern California's Juju Watkins has a chance to grab the torch that Caitlin Clark ...
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USC's Juju Watkins ready to take college torch with Caitlin Clark in WNBA
Quick Glance: Juju Watkins: The New Star in College Basketball
  • Juju Watkins, the sensational sophomore from USC, aims to carry on Caitlin Clark's legacy in women's college basketball.

  • After an impressive season, where she was named Preseason Player of the Year, USC is expected to dominate the Big Ten.

  • USC coach Lindsay Gottlieb emphasizes that Watkins' talent and platform will positively impact communities.

  • Challenges and expectations associated with her status are being discussed by coaches and former mentors to best prepare Watkins.
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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Fans Saw Too Much Jason Sudeikis During Game 1 of the WNBA Finals