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You Must Watch The Liberty

In the same way a watched pot never boils, maybe a basketball team can’t shine until the hype has cooled off. After a bland and underwhelming 2021, the New York Liberty entered this season as the WNBA’s big question mark. How would they fare under new head coach Sandy Brondello? Was anyone going to shoot? […]

Maitreyi Anantharaman

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - MAY 27: Han Xu #21 of the New York Liberty looks on against the Seattle Storm in overtime at Climate Pledge Arena on May 27, 2022 in Seattle, Washington.

Rhyne Howard Hit The Ground Running

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A 2022 WNBA Season Preview In Which Every Single Prediction Will Prove To Be 100-Percent Correct

Maitreyi Anantharaman

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - OCTOBER 13: Skylar Diggins-Smith #4 of the Phoenix Mercury celebrates after a turnover ahead of Allie Quigley #14 of the Chicago Sky during the second half in Game Two of the 2021 WNBA Finals at Footprint Center on October 13, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Mercury defeated the Sky 91-86 in overtime. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

WNBA Team Fined $500K For Not Making Its Players Fly Next To Schmucks Like You In Commercial

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Sabrina Ionescu dribbles up the court

Holly Rowe: Liz Cambage Pointing Out A Salary Disparity Is “Women Tearing Each Other Down”

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Simply Get The Ball To Jonquel Jones

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Jonquel Jones #35 of the Connecticut Sun in the second quarter at Staples Center on September 09, 2021 in Los Angeles, California.

The Joy Of The Playoffs Is In The Texture, Not The Stakes

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Sophie Cunningham Talked Some Shit And Saved The Mercury’s Season

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Sophie Cunningham #9 of the Phoenix Mercury reacts after hitting a three-point shot over Rebecca Allen #9 of the New York Liberty during the second half of the first round WNBA playoffs at Grand Canyon University Arena on September 23, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Mercury defeated the Liberty 83-82.

The Connecticut Sun Are Dealing, Stealing, And Healing

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Brionna Jones #42 and Jasmine Thomas #5 of the Connecticut Sun celebrate on the court after Jones scored against the Las Vegas Aces and was fouled during their game at Michelob ULTRA Arena on May 23, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Sun defeated the Aces 72-65.

The Seattle Storm Are In The Bad Zone

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Jewell Loyd #24 and Sue Bird #10 of the Seattle Storm react during the second quarter against the Washington Mystics at Angel of the Winds Arena on September 07, 2021 in Everett, Washington.

The “Guru” Of Women’s Basketball Gets His Due

Women's Basketball

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Elena Delle Donne Is Back, But The Mystics Are Running Out Of Time

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A worker sweeps the court before the second half of the game between the Washington Mystics and the Chicago Sky at Entertainment & Sports Arena on May 15, 2021 in Washington, DC.

These Aces Will Find A Way To Win

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Chelsea Gray #12 of the Las Vegas Aces runs back on defense after scoring against the Los Angeles Sparks during their game at Michelob ULTRA Arena on May 21, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Aces defeated the Sparks 97-69.

The Seattle Storm Are Wide Awake

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Jewell Loyd #24 of the Seattle Storm attempts a layup while being defended by Brionna Jones #42 of the Connecticut Sun during the first half of the 2021 Commissioner's Cup Championship Game at Footprint Center on August 12, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona.

The Indiana Fever Won A Game, And Then Another One, And Then Another One!

Maitreyi Anantharaman

Danielle Robinson #3 of the Indiana Fever brings the ball up the court in the game against the New York Liberty at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on May 16, 2021 in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Sylvia Fowles Is So Good At Her Job

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Center Sylvia Fowles #34 of the Minnesota Lynx reacts to a call against the Los Angeles Sparks in game three of the 2016 WNBA Finals at Galen Center on October 14, 2016 in Los Angeles, California.

Let The Chicago Sky’s Great Resurgence Begin

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Candace Parker #3 of the Chicago Sky huddles with teammates Kahleah Copper #2 and Allie Quigley #14 during the first half of the game against the Washington Mystics at Entertainment & Sports Arena on May 15, 2021 in Washington, DC.

Oh No, The Connecticut Sun’s Best Player Has To Go Be Bosnian Real Quick

Maitreyi Anantharaman

Jasmine Thomas #5, DeWanna Bonner #24, Jonquel Jones #35, Natisha Hiedeman #2 and Brionna Jones #42 of the Connecticut Sun huddle on the court before their game against the Las Vegas Aces at Michelob ULTRA Arena on May 23, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Sun defeated the Aces 72-65.

The Phoenix Mercury Need This Brittney Griner Every Night

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Brittney Griner #42 of the Phoenix Mercury attempts a free-throw shot against the Seattle Storm during game three of the WNBA Western Conference Finals at Talking Stick Resort Arena on August 31, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona.

Connecticut Columnist Unwisely Ignores Liz Cambage’s Warning

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Liz Cambage #8 of the Las Vegas Aces is guarded by Brionna Jones #42 of the Connecticut Sun during their game at Michelob ULTRA Arena on May 23, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Sun defeated the Aces 72-65.

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