Mystics prepare for a transition period as WNBA free agency begins

The Mystics placed the core designation on star forward Elena Delle Donne, but little is certain before the WNBA free agency negotiating period begins Sunday.

By Kareem CopelandJanuary 20, 2024

If the Wizards and Capitals leave D.C., what’s next for the Mystics?

If Monumental’s plans to move the Wizards and Capitals to Northern Virginia come to fruition, Mystics games would move back to Capital One Arena.

By Kareem CopelandDecember 16, 2023

Mystics’ Shakira Austin has surgery; Kristi Toliver hired by Phoenix

The center underwent a procedure on her hip that could keep on the sidelines four to six months.

By Kareem CopelandDecember 1, 2023

As the WNBA grows, so does tension between players and media

A mishandled moment at the WNBA Finals offered a window into a larger dynamic, according to interviews with nearly 20 reporters and officials around the WNBA.

By Ben StraussNovember 4, 2023

The Rangers finally won a championship. These teams haven’t.

The Texas Rangers are finally off the list of sports’ saddest franchises: The teams that never have won a championship.

By Matt BonesteelNovember 2, 2023

The Aces had plenty to celebrate after winning a historic WNBA title

Las Vegas won its second consecutive WNBA title Wednesday night, capping an eventful year of soaring heights and a few lows.

By Kareem CopelandOctober 20, 2023
SportsPerspective

As women’s sports rise, the WNBA whiffs on its moment

For many self-inflicted reasons, a dream Finals matchup was an opportunity missed.

By Candace BucknerOctober 19, 2023

Aces put it on repeat, beat Liberty to win second straight WNBA title

Las Vegas is the WNBA’s first back-to-back champion in more than 20 years, rallying from a halftime deficit to win its second consecutive title in New York despite missing two key players to injury.

By Kareem CopelandOctober 18, 2023

The Aces, on the verge of a WNBA title, will be without two key players

Aces starters Chelsea Gray and Kiah Stokes will miss Game 4 of the WNBA Finals on Wednesday, when Las Vegas has a chance to win its second straight title.

By Kareem CopelandOctober 18, 2023

Liberty shows some fight, avoids WNBA Finals sweep with Game 3 win

New York handed Las Vegas its first loss of the postseason behind Jonquel Jones, who had 27 points in an 87-73 win.

By Kareem CopelandOctober 15, 2023

The WNBA’s Dearica Hamby speaks out: ‘You’re trading me because I’m pregnant?’

The Las Vegas Aces traded Hamby, an all-star, after learning she was pregnant. Hamby claims Coach Becky Hammon admitted the move was driven by her pregnancy.

By Molly Hensley-ClancyOctober 15, 2023

In Game 3 of the Finals, the Aces can take their place in WNBA history

Las Vegas can become the first team in more than 20 years to win back-to-back WNBA championships.

By Kareem CopelandOctober 14, 2023

In WNBA Finals, it’s all coming up Aces, who roll to a 2-0 lead

Las Vegas plays a near-perfect first quarter, weathers a Liberty rally in the second, then dominates the second half to cruise to a 104-76 win.

By Kareem CopelandOctober 12, 2023

Jonquel Jones has found her place on the Liberty’s star-filled roster

Jonquel Jones’s early days with the Liberty were rough. But with New York in the WNBA Finals, that’s all in the past.

By Kareem CopelandOctober 11, 2023

Jackie Young steps to the forefront as Aces grab Game 1 of WNBA Finals

In a matchup overflowing with stars, Jackie Young was the X-factor, just as her coach predicted, in the Las Vegas Aces’ Game 1 win over the New York Liberty.

By Kareem CopelandOctober 8, 2023
Perspective

This vintage basketball rivalry is elevating the entire WNBA

Breanna Stewart and A’ja Wilson are the right rivals and allies at the perfect time for women’s basketball.

By Jerry BrewerOctober 8, 2023

Aces, Liberty prepare to meet in ‘inevitable’ WNBA Finals

The league’s two super teams will face off in a best-of-five series beginning Sunday.

By Kareem CopelandOctober 7, 2023

WNBA adds an expansion team in the San Francisco Bay Area

The team will be controlled by the NBA’s Golden State Warriors and begin play in 2025, the WNBA announced Thursday.

By Kareem Copeland and Cindy BorenOctober 5, 2023

WNBA player files discrimination claim over treatment during pregnancy

Dearica Hamby’s complaint is an escalation of her public complaints — and a blow for the WNBA, which is preparing to announce a much-anticipated expansion team this week ahead of the Finals.

By Molly Hensley-ClancyOctober 4, 2023

WNBA star Chiney Ogwumike named to Biden council on African diplomacy

Chiney Ogwumike is the only athlete on the 12-person council aimed at “promoting trade, investment and educational exchanges” between the United States and African nations.

By Ben GolliverSeptember 26, 2023