The Latest Breaking News from WNBA

Wings Announce Release of Charli Collier, 2021 No. 1 Draft Pick

The former Texas standout played in 45 games in two seasons in Dallas.

Sports Illustrated · May 17, 2023

Player Who Alleged Becky Hammon Mistreated Her During Pregnancy Speaks Out After Coach’s Suspension

The Las Vegas coach violated the ‘Respect in the Workplace’ policy in relation to the player’s pregnancy.

Sports Illustrated · May 17, 2023

Griner, Mercury set to tip off WNBA season after her return from detainment in Russia

Brittney Griner’s life and career path have taken a sharp turn over the past 18 months following a nearly 10-month detainment in Russia on drug-related charges that ended with a prisoner swap in December

The Independent UK · May 17, 2023

Brittney Griner’s Return Headlines the Most Sought-After Games of WNBA Opening Weekend

The regular season tips off Friday, with a range of compelling matchups across the league.

Sports Illustrated · May 16, 2023

Las Vegas Aces coach Becky Hammon gets two-game suspension

The WNBA says Hammon violated league and team respect in the workplace policies. The violation was related to comments made by Hammon to Dearica Hamby in connection with the player’s recent pregnancy. Hamby’s allegations were that she was bullied and manipulated for being pregnant.

Chicago Sun-Times · May 16, 2023

WNBA Announces Punishment for Aces, Becky Hammon After Investigation

The league came down hard on the Aces following an investigation into the franchise for multiple violations.

Sports Illustrated · May 16, 2023

Sky exercise guard Dana Evans’ fourth-year option, but moves remain ahead of final cutdown date

Coach/GM James Wade will have to cut his 16-player roster to 12 by Thursday.

Chicago Sun-Times · May 16, 2023

Becky Hammon Addresses Becoming NBA Head Coach Amid Raptors’ Reported Interest

The WNBA title-winning Aces coach was named recently in Toronto’s ongoing search for a new head coach.

Sports Illustrated · May 16, 2023

Sky’s historic game against Lynx in Canada shows WNBA is primed for expansion

The Atlanta Dream, who joined the league in 2008, were the last successful expansion team.

Chicago Sun-Times · May 14, 2023

Brittney Griner Reveals Emotions of Hearing National Anthem in WNBA Return

The forward described a different feeling hearing “The Star-Spangled Banner” prior to Friday’s preseason game.

Sports Illustrated · May 14, 2023