Tag: WNBA

Angel Reese Continues Double-Double Streak In Front Of Record-Setting Crowd At Barclays Center

The Angel Reese train keeps on rolling as she extends her record-breaking streak of recording double-doubles to an amazing 15 games. According to The Associated Press, the self-name “Chi Barbie” continues to have an excellent rookie season although her team, the Chicago Sky lost the contest 91-76 to the New York Liberty. Not lost in… Continue reading Angel Reese Continues Double-Double Streak In Front Of Record-Setting Crowd At Barclays Center

Angel Reese Named WNBA Player of the Week

Chicago Sky’s Angel Reese continues to thrill crowds and make an immediate impact in the WNBA as she was just recently named WNBA Player of the Week. She becomes the first rookie this season to achieve the feat. This announcement comes after an eventful week where she broke the WNBA record for consecutive double-doubles when… Continue reading Angel Reese Named WNBA Player of the Week

Dwyane Wade Sees More Scrutiny On WNBA With Increased Exposure

Three-time NBA Champion Dwyane Wade gave his thoughts recently regarding the reemergence of interest in the WNBA this season with the additions of rookies like Angel Reese (Chicago Sky) and Caitlin Clark (Indiana Fever). He did warn that with the increased exposure there will be more scrutiny as more eyes are watching the league. According… Continue reading Dwyane Wade Sees More Scrutiny On WNBA With Increased Exposure

A’ja Wilson Becomes Las Vegas Aces’ All-Time Scoring Leader

Many records are being made this WNBA season as another one was set by WNBA champion, A’ja Wilson. In a recent game, the 2023 WNBA Finals MVP became the Las Vegas Aces‘ all-time leading scorer. According to The Las Vegas Aces, on July 7, in a 104-85 victory against the Dallas Wings, on the way… Continue reading A’ja Wilson Becomes Las Vegas Aces’ All-Time Scoring Leader

Las Vegas Aces Are 1st WNBA Team To Sell Out Every Home Game

The Las Vegas Aces became the first team to win back-to-back championship teams in the WNBA in over 20 years when they narrowly defeated the New York Liberty, 70-69, last season. Now, their success has propelled them to become the first WNBA team to sell out all of their regular season home games. The team… Continue reading Las Vegas Aces Are 1st WNBA Team To Sell Out Every Home Game

Jemele Hill Compares Angel Reese/Caitlin Clark’s Rivalry To Magic Johnson/Larry Bird’s

The rivalry of WNBA rookies, Chicago Sky’s Angel Reese and Indiana Fever’s Caitlin Clark which started while they played for their perspective collegiate teams (Louisiana State University and University of Iowa) has brought out mention of another collegiate rivalry that jumpstarted renewed interest in the NBA in the 1980s. Sports journalist, Jemele Hill likens the… Continue reading Jemele Hill Compares Angel Reese/Caitlin Clark’s Rivalry To Magic Johnson/Larry Bird’s

Angel Reese Helps Chicago Sky Secure First Home Victory Of The Season

The highly anticipated matchup between two of the top ten WNBA Draft picks did not meet the excitement expected from basketball fans. The Chicago Sky played the Los Angeles Sparks with Angel Reese (the seventh pick) facing the number two pick, Cameron Brink with both being limited in their statistical output on May 30. According… Continue reading Angel Reese Helps Chicago Sky Secure First Home Victory Of The Season

Angel Reese’s Debut Was Not Televised, But An X User Livestreamed Game For Fans

The Chicago Sky’s first game of the WNBA season started with the rookies they picked up in this year’s draft, Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso. Their professional debut was not even televised by the league causing confusion and disappointment. Especially with Reese’s college rival, Caitlin Clark (who now plays for the Indiana Fever), who happens… Continue reading Angel Reese’s Debut Was Not Televised, But An X User Livestreamed Game For Fans

WNBA Player Candace Parker Announces Retirement

Last year in November, WNBA player, Candace Parker stated that she wasn’t sure if she would be returning to the league after being sidelined by a foot injury last season and she would weigh her options. Now, she has done so and decided to retired, “It’s time.” According to WNBA.com, the only woman to win… Continue reading WNBA Player Candace Parker Announces Retirement

Atlanta Dream Sells Out Season Ticket Allotment After Complaints About Location Restrictions

With the viewership for Women’s basketball at an all-time high due to many contributing factors, the Atlanta Dream announced location restrictions on ticket sales on April 21, according to Fox 5 Atlanta, which caused fans to become irate with the WNBA team. The team stated on their social media profile that they were selling tickets… Continue reading Atlanta Dream Sells Out Season Ticket Allotment After Complaints About Location Restrictions

Tamera Young Returns To Chicago Sky As Assistant Coach

The Chicago Sky announced their newest addition to their 2024 coaching staff. Retired WNBA player Tamera “Ty” Young will be joining the team as an assistant coach. Young is returning to the team after playing for the Sky for nine seasons from 2009 to 2017. Officially official. Welcome BACK to Skytown, Coach @tyoung11! 📰 https://t.co/rWUGUBBzq3… Continue reading Tamera Young Returns To Chicago Sky As Assistant Coach

The Seattle Storm Signs Coveted Free Agents Skylar Diggins-Smith And Nneka Ogwumike

The Seattle Storm recently announced that six-time WNBA All-Star point guard Skylar Diggins-Smith has signed with the team.  Laser-focused 🗣️#TakeCover x @SkyDigg4 pic.twitter.com/5NLCo62iWV — Seattle Storm (@seattlestorm) February 1, 2024 “Joining the Seattle Storm is the ideal next step in my basketball journey. The organization’s dedication to its players and the progression of the league is… Continue reading The Seattle Storm Signs Coveted Free Agents Skylar Diggins-Smith And Nneka Ogwumike

Brooklyn Nets And New York Liberty Become Partners With CBD Company, Mynd Drinks

A historic collaboration was formed when a CBD (Cannabidiol) beverage company became partners with two New York sports teams. According to Marijuana Moment, the NBA’s Brooklyn Nets and the WNBA’s New York Liberty have become the first teams in their respective leagues to partner with a CBD beverage company, Mynd Drinks. The company touts itself… Continue reading Brooklyn Nets And New York Liberty Become Partners With CBD Company, Mynd Drinks

Florida Women’s Basketball Team Hires Atlanta Dream’s Rhyne Howard as Assistant Coach and Director of Player Personnel

A second-year WNBA player has recently joined the ranks of a college coaching staff during the league’s offseason. According to the Florida women’s basketball team, Atlanta Dream player, Rhyne Howard will join the Gators’ coaching staff as an assistant coach and director of player personnel. Howard has familial ties to Florida as her mother, Rhvonja… Continue reading Florida Women’s Basketball Team Hires Atlanta Dream’s Rhyne Howard as Assistant Coach and Director of Player Personnel

New York Liberty Advance to WNBA Finals Making First Appearance in Over 20 Years

New York is finally going to play in the basketball championship game! No, not the Knicks, the New York Liberty is heading to the WNBA championship! According to ESPN, the Liberty, the only original WNBA franchise that has not won a championship, will get the opportunity to win one after their impressive victory over the… Continue reading New York Liberty Advance to WNBA Finals Making First Appearance in Over 20 Years

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