Tag: WNBA

The Motor City honors a forgotten dynasty: The 2003 Detroit Shock

The head coach of the WNBA’s worst team called his shot: “We’re going to win the championship next season.”The offseason following the 2002 season,...

Why the WNBA isn’t always top choice for international women’s basketball players

In No Offseason, The Athletic follows the paths of women’s basketball players after their WNBA seasons end and their travels begin. From Turkey, Israel, Italy, the Czech Republic, Mexico...

What sport will be the next F1 on U.S. TV? Our candidates for a ratings boom

Death, taxes and NFL viewership. Few things in life are certain, but these are three of them. The latter stages of February represent a...

For WNBA players, an injury overseas can complicate life and hamper careers

In No Offseason, The Athletic follows the paths of women’s basketball players after their WNBA seasons’ end and their travels begin. From Turkey, Israel, Italy, Czech Republic, Mexico and...

Brittney Griner re-signs with Phoenix Mercury on 1-year deal: Reports

Free-agent center Brittney Griner has signed a one-year contract with the Phoenix Mercury, according to multiple reports. Here’s what you need to know: Griner, 32,...

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Bears ‘Hard Knocks’ takeaways: Rookie backstories, family time with DJ Moore

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Iga Swiatek answers why she reads comments online and if they can be ‘hurtful’

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Emma Raducanu makes new stunning move after skipping Toronto, Cincinnati qualifying

Emma Raducanu has made a decision that some...

Evaluating the challenges and benefits of the inaugural NWSL x Liga MX Summer Cup – Equalizer Soccer

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