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Storm - ACL tears to keep Jordan Horston, Nika Muhl out in '25 - ESPN: The Storm have ruled out guard Nika Muhl and forward Jordan Horston for the 2025 season ...
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Key Facts: Dallas Wings Select Paige Bueckers First Overall
Apr 14 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- Paige Bueckers was selected first overall by the Dallas Wings in the WNBA draft, just days after leading Connecticut to the NCAA championship.
- She expressed gratitude for the opportunity and excitement for a fresh start in Dallas.
- The Wings, who finished last season with a 9-31 record, believe Bueckers can attract local fan engagement.
- Additionally, Bueckers will participate in a new league, Unrivaled, during the WNBA's offseason.
It's been a story of resilience, of gratitude, of adversity, of overcoming adversity, just responding to life's challenges.— Paige Bueckers told reporters after the championship game.
Hailey Van Lith reunites with Angel Reese in WNBA after teaming up during historic college career
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WNBA draft: What to expect from Paige Bueckers in Dallas - ESPN: All-Star? MVP? Or Hall of Famer? WNBA GMs break down what to expect from Bueckers' rookie season ...
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WNBA announces task force to combat hate directed toward players - ESPN: WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert announced that the league has assembled a dedicated ...
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WNBA mock draft 2025: Final projection for all 38 picks still has Paige Bueckers on top
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Key Facts: Ohtani and Wife Celebrate Birth of First Child
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- Shohei Ohtani and his wife Mamiko welcomed their first child, a girl, announcing the news via social media.
- Ohtani expressed gratitude to his wife, teammates, and medical professionals who supported them.
- He surprised many by revealing his marriage to Mamiko Tanaka, a former basketball player.
- Ohtani, who signed a 10-year contract with the Dodgers, is having a strong season with a .288 batting average and six home runs.
"Welcome to the Ohtani Family! I am so grateful to my loving wife who gave birth to our healthy beautiful daughter."— Shohei Ohtani, as he announced the birth of his daughter via social media.
Why Sedona Prince is a tough WNBA draft prospect to evaluate - ESPN: She's a skilled 6-7 center, but some GMs have expressed doubt about drafting Sedona Prince ...
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WNBA MVP A'ja Wilson Has So Much To Be Proud Of. You Can Add The Nike A'One To That List
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Sources: Paige Bueckers to sign 3-year deal with Unrivaled - ESPN: Projected No. 1 overall WNBA draft pick Paige Bueckers is signing a three-year deal with the ...
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2025 WNBA draft picks: Winners, losers and takeaways - ESPN: Will Sedona Prince play in the WNBA? Is Dominique Malonga a future MVP? We revisit all the WNBA ...
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WNBA draft 2025: Wings, Sun, Mystics score highest grades - ESPN: Dallas, with Paige Bueckers at No. 1, and Washington, which got Sonia Citron at No. 3 ...
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Linkin.bio Apr 15
WNBA Draft night: 3 big winners, 3 potential losers: Hailey Van Lith comes away one of the biggest winners of the 2025 WNBA Draft, while TCU teammate Sedona ...
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Linkin.bio Apr 14
Chicago Sky and Minnesota Lynx make last-minute trade before WNBA draft: The Sky add another first-round draft pick to their stock ahead of Monday’s draft.
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Why UConn needs Azzi Fudd against South Carolina - ESPN: Azzi Fudd has a shot that makes Stephen Curry envious. It's her resilience that lifts UConn to another ...
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UConn star Paige Bueckers among 16 invitees to Monday's WNBA draft - ESPN: UConn star Paige Bueckers, the projected No. 1 pick, headlines a list of 16 players ...
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More than half of Houston would be 'enthusiastic' about a WNBA, NHL team, new UH survey says
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2025 WNBA Draft order: Full list of picks for all three rounds: The WNBA draft is one of the biggest nights in women's basketball. Here's the complete draft ...
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Lynx acquire Karlie Samuelson from Mystics for '26 1st-rounder - ESPN: Karlie Samuelson, a career 39.7% shooter from 3-point range, has been traded from the ...
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WNBA draft 2025: Five questions before Bueckers goes No. 1 - ESPN: Who might challenge Paige Bueckers for Rookie of the Year? Which team is positioned to win the ...
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Caitlin Clark, Indiana Fever preseason game at Iowa to be broadcast on ESPN, per reports
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Paige Bueckers talks about her investment stake in Unrivaled league on 'Good Morning America'
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WNBA Draft Arrives With Little Progress on Pay Hike Talks: With the WNBA season a month away, the players union is still waiting for the league to engage in ...
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Paid articlePaywallWill Paige Bueckers be an immediate star as a WNBA rookie? - ESPN: Only Caitlin Clark and Sue Bird have averaged 10 PPG and 5.0 APG as WNBA rookies ...
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Athlon Sports Apr 11
WNBA Facing Backlash for Angel Reese Decision: Fans are calling out the WNBA for their decision on Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese.
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Paige Bueckers gives WNBA, fans chance to show they learned from last season | Opinion
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Athlon Sports Apr 14
Angel Reese Makes First Post After Chicago Sky Trade: The Chicago Sky announced a trade.
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Awful Announcing Apr 15
ESPN delivers second most-watched WNBA Draft of all time: ESPN delivered the second most-watched WNBA Draft of all time, behind last year's draft telecast ...
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Linkin.bio Apr 15
Sara Ashlee Barker and 2 other WNBA prospects drafted higher than expected: Georgia Amoore, Sara Ashlee Barker, and Juste Jocyte were three players who were ...
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Slate Crossword: TV Hall of Fame (Seven Letters): Ready for some wordplay? Sharpen your skills with Slate’s puzzle for April 15, 2025.
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Report: Tennessee moving on from Iamaleava: Tennessee is moving on from quarterback Nico Iamaleava after he missed meetings and practice Friday ...
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Paige Bueckers' Hometown to Change Its Name for May 16 in Honor of Star's WNBA Debut
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Russell Westbrook Designs Georgia Amoore's Outfit Seen in Video Before 2025 WNBA Draft
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2025 WNBA Draft: Paige Bueckers, Saniya Rivers, Hailey Van Lith on orange carpet: The 2025 WNBA Draft was held at The Shed at Hudson Yards in New York City ...
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Sedona Prince’s basketball future murky after going undrafted: On Monday night, Prince's name wasn’t mentioned as the WNBA rolled through 38 selections in ...
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Athlon Sports Apr 07
Caitlin Clark Breaks Silence on Big Change in Physical Appearance Before WNBA Season
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Three Gamecock alums chosen in second round of WNBA draft: Three of the Gamecocks achieved their dreams on April 14 as they were selected in the WNBA draft ...
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After her standout play at multiple schools, Diamond Johnson hopes WNBA is next stop
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Linkin.bio Apr 13
2025 WNBA Draft: N.C. State’s Saniya Rivers and Aziaha James could both be high picks, experts say
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When does WNBA season start? Opening night, schedule after women's NCAA Tournament
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Where to watch the WNBA Draft live streams: See Paige Bueckers, Dominique Malonga, and more
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Image from the original article. Source: How Paige Bueckers celebrated UConn’s national championship: Cheers, tears and a Diet Coke
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Key Facts: Bueckers' Triumph: UConn Reclaims Championship Glory
Apr 07 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: sbnation.com
- Paige Bueckers concluded her UConn career as a national champion, solidifying her legacy as one of the program's greatest players.
- Despite facing significant challenges, including injuries and a previous national title loss, Bueckers led UConn to an 82-59 victory over South Carolina in her final game.
- Her impressive statistics and accolades, including being a three-time All-American, highlight her remarkable contributions to women's basketball.
- Bueckers' success has revitalized UConn's status in the sport, ensuring the program remains a dominant force in women's college basketball.
It’s been a story of resilience, of gratitude, of adversity, of overcoming adversity, just responding to life’s challenges and trying to fuel them to make me a better person, a better player.— Paige Bueckers said after winning the national championship.
WNBA salaries still an issue with Paige Bueckers set to earn about what Caitlin Clark did
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Fashion, heritage and talent: Players turn the WNBA draft into a cultural showcase
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Linkin.bio Apr 11
3 potential WNBA draft prospects who weren’t invited to draft night: Sedona Prince, Harmoni Turner, and Rayah Marshall headline a list of prospects who weren’t ...
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Hopkins star Paige Bueckers is already a millionaire before suiting up in the WNBA
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Athlon Sports Apr 10
Former Chicago Sky Star Out of the WNBA After Caitlin Clark Incident: The former Chicago Sky guard does not have a WNBA team.
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Angel Reese and Chicago Sky vs. Caitlin Clark and Indiana Fever will start WNBA Rivals Week
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Diana Taurasi Roasted Herself With Perfect One-Liner About Comments to Caitlin Clark
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2025 WNBA draft order: Full list for all three rounds taking place next week: The 2025 WNBA draft commences next week as college basketball stars get their ...
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WNBA Draft 2025 | Hailey Van Lith stuns with her looks as she gets picked 11th overall by Chicago Sky
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Auriemma, 71, says winning title made it 'all worthwhile' - ESPN: UConn coach Geno Auriemma reflected on being the oldest coach to win a Division I basketball ...
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Raiders standout pass rusher Maxx Crosby is being named the... - ESPN: Read the breaking news story from the ESPN contributor Adam Schefter
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Awful Announcing Apr 13
Rece Davis rejects Fox’s ‘Big Noon’ offer, stays with ESPN’s ‘College GameDay’: Rece Davis has turned down a lucrative offer from Fox to stay with ESPN ...
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WNBA Teams Reportedly Eye Draft Trade for Dominique Malonga, Compared to Wembanyama
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WNBA mock draft: Projected first-round picks after 2025 women's NCAA championship
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WNBA Draft 2025: How TCU's Hailey Van Lith went from afterthought to potential first-round pick
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Image from the original article. Source: Houston's comeback to beat Duke. How Cougars rallied: Duke had a 95.3% chance to win with three minutes to play, but Houston rallied in NCAA Final Four semifinal ...
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Key Facts: Houston Stuns Duke, Advances to Championship Game
Apr 06 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
- Houston defeated Duke 70-67 in the Final Four, marking their first national championship game appearance since 1984.
- The Cougars, down for most of the game, surged late to take the lead with just 19.6 seconds remaining.
- L.J. Cryer led Houston with 26 points, while Duke's Cooper Flagg scored 27 points but missed crucial shots in the closing moments.
- Houston will face Florida in the championship game, with the Gators opening as slight favorites.
"Just trust in my work."— J'Wan Roberts, after the game, about his preparation and ability to deliver in clutch moments.
Awful Announcing Apr 15
WNBA commissioner on CBA talks: ‘We’re not going to negotiate in the media’: WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert said in a press conference on Monday that she will ...
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Why Mystics rookie Georgia Amoore's height concerns melted away at WNBA draft: Georgia Amoore's shorter stature had little effect on her first-round WNBA draft ...
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Caitlin Clark Had Such a Nice Comment About Paige Bueckers Ahead of WNBA Draft: From one former No. 1 pick to a future one.
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How to watch and who are the top players at the 2025 WNBA draft: The WNBA will finally be able to welcome Paige Bueckers to the league. The versatile UConn ...
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Sources - Nuggets fire coach Michael Malone, GM Calvin Booth - ESPN: The Nuggets have fired coach Michael Malone and general manager Calvin Booth ...
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How the Storm's 'steal' of the WNBA draft will pay off in the future: With Olivia Miles returning to college, the Storm drafted Dominique Malonga ...
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A'Ja Wilson showcases new 'Blue Fury' colorway for Nike A'One shoe ahead of May release
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Caitlin Clark Discusses 'Responsibility' to Black WNBA Pioneers in Netflix Interview
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Seattle Storm select French star Dominique Malonga with No. 2 pick in 2025 WNBA Draft
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2025 WNBA draft ticket demand, prices up from '24 - ESPN: The price of tickets to attend Monday night's WNBA draft has nearly doubled from last year ...
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Awful Announcing Apr 08
Caitlin Clark again embraces ‘responsibility in acknowledging’ Black WNBA players
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Iowa women’s basketball: Lucy Olsen goes to Washington Mystics in 2nd round of 2025 WNBA Draft
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France's Dominique Malonga among players to watch during WNBA draft after Paige Bueckers goes No. 1
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WNBA announces program to combat growing harassment in women's sport: Players say with increasing attention there had been an uptick in racist and sexist abuse.
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Cam Ward one of 17 set to attend NFL draft; no Shedeur Sanders - ESPN: Miami quarterback Cam Ward, the projected No. 1 pick in the 2025 NFL draft ...
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Sheryl Swoopes on WNBA: "I say it's a movement": Swoopes spoke to Axios about the WNBA's future, Dawn Staley and more.
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WNBA mock draft roundup: Experts predict first round following Paige Bueckers: The 2025 WNBA draft is just days away. Paige Bueckers appears to be the consensus ...
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WNBA draft: Maryland star Shyanne Sellers taken by Golden State with 17th pick: After a stellar career at Maryland, guard Shyanne Sellers was selected 17th ...
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Paige Bueckers Had Sweet Message for UConn Teammates After Getting Drafted by Wings
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Awful Announcing Apr 14
ESPN to broadcast 10 Savannah Bananas games this season: ESPN announced plans on Monday to air 10 Savannah Bananas baseball games throughout the team's 2025 ...
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2025 WNBA Mock Draft and Analysis for Elite Prospects and Hidden Gems
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WNBA draft: What time does it start and what to expect?: Advancing the 2025 draft. The Sparks have the ninth, 21st and 28th picks.
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