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Dallas' Azzi Fudd first rookie to win 3-point shootout at WNBA All-Star weekend

Dallas' Azzi Fudd first rookie to win 3-point shootout at WNBA All-Star weekend

Doug Feinberg, Associated Press  |  Updated July 24 - 7:58 p.m.  |  Save Story

Azzi Fudd had no idea she was the first rookie to win the WNBA All-Star 3-point contest. She put forth a stellar effort in the championship round to do it.
LeBron James is heading to the Philadelphia 76ers, saying it will be his 'last decision'

LeBron James is heading to the Philadelphia 76ers, saying it will be his 'last decision'

Dan Gelston, Associated Press  |  Updated July 24 - 7:07 p.m.  |  Save Story

LeBron James is heading to the Philadelphia 76ers. James made the announcement on social media, saying it will be his "last decision" and that it comes after he strongly considered retirement. James says "I believe I can help make the Philadelphia 76ers a championship team and I am so excited to energize a new fan base and start this incredible journey one last time." James wrote he was "done" when his 23rd NBA season ended. He says "I was pretty sure I played my last game. I was honest at that last press conference when I said I needed to look at myself and deicide if I still love this game."
LeBron James listened to Joel Embiid's 76ers' pitch, 12 years later. The East is in for a shakeup

LeBron James listened to Joel Embiid's 76ers' pitch, 12 years later. The East is in for a shakeup

Dan Gelston, Associated Press  |  Updated July 24 - 3:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

The social media pitch to bring LeBron James to Philadelphia was an almost naive one from Joel Embiid.
Former President Barack Obama surprises WNBA All-Stars at their practice at his Presidential Center

Former President Barack Obama surprises WNBA All-Stars at their practice at his Presidential Center

Doug Feinberg, Associated Press  |  Updated July 24 - 3:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

Caitlin Clark was in awe after meeting former President Barack Obama after he surprised the WNBA All-Stars on Friday at his Presidential Center.
LeBron James is heading to the Philadelphia 76ers, saying it will be his 'last decision'

LeBron James is heading to the Philadelphia 76ers, saying it will be his 'last decision'

Dan Gelston, Associated Press  |  Posted July 24 - 10:04 a.m.  |  Save Story

LeBron James is heading to the Philadelphia 76ers.
WNBA commissioner and union leaders discuss steps to protect players from online harassment

WNBA commissioner and union leaders discuss steps to protect players from online harassment

Doug Feinberg, Associated Press  |  Updated July 22 - 8:19 p.m.  |  Save Story

WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert discussed what more can be done to protect players from online harassment during a virtual meeting with the players' union executive committee and the union's Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee.
Former WNBA stars Lauren Jackson, Elena Delle Donne to compete in All-Star shooting competition

Former WNBA stars Lauren Jackson, Elena Delle Donne to compete in All-Star shooting competition

Doug Feinberg, Associated Press  |  Posted July 22 - 4:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

The WNBA is going with a shooting stars competition instead of its skills challenge, pairing one former great with a current player in the league on Friday night as part of All-Star weekend.
Collier scores 24 points in her return, Lynx top Storm 86-76 for best record at WNBA All-Star break

Collier scores 24 points in her return, Lynx top Storm 86-76 for best record at WNBA All-Star break

The Associated Press  |  Posted July 22 - 3:39 p.m.  |  Save Story

Napheesa Collier had 24 points and 10 rebounds in her season debut, Kayla McBride added 20 points and the Minnesota Lynx headed into the WNBA All-Star break with the best record in the league after an 86-76 win over the Seattle Storm on Wednesday afternoon.
Victor Wembanyama, Caitlin Clark and Derrick Rose tabbed as NBA 2K cover athletes

Victor Wembanyama, Caitlin Clark and Derrick Rose tabbed as NBA 2K cover athletes

The Associated Press  |  Posted July 22 - 10:32 a.m.  |  Save Story

Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs, Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever and former NBA MVP Derrick Rose were revealed Wednesday as the cover athletes for NBA 2K27.
Stephen Curry to have a dedicated exhibit at the Basketball Hall of Fame, a 1st for an active player

Stephen Curry to have a dedicated exhibit at the Basketball Hall of Fame, a 1st for an active player

The Associated Press  |  Updated July 21 - 4:47 p.m.  |  Save Story

Stephen Curry is headed to the Hall of Fame, making more basketball history with a first-of-its-kind exhibit for an active player.
WNBA enjoys 'hypergrowth' under Commissioner Cathy Engelbert amid strained relationship with players

WNBA enjoys 'hypergrowth' under Commissioner Cathy Engelbert amid strained relationship with players

Doug Feinberg, Associated Press  |  Posted July 21 - 4:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

The WNBA has grown at an exponential rate during Cathy Engelbert's tenure as commissioner, a stewardship that at times has been tumultuous during her nearly seven years at the helm.
Wilt Chamberlain Lakers jacket found by a teen at a thrift store fetches over $89,000 at auction

Wilt Chamberlain Lakers jacket found by a teen at a thrift store fetches over $89,000 at auction

Claire Rush, Associated Press  |  Updated July 20 - 5:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

A warmup jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain during the 1972 NBA finals that was bought by a teenager for $3.07 at an Oregon thrift store sold for $89,600 at auction on Monday.
WNBA All-Star weekend clouded by injuries to Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese

WNBA All-Star weekend clouded by injuries to Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese

Doug Feinberg, Associated Press  |  Updated July 20 - 12:39 p.m.  |  Save Story

It was a rough week for WNBA All-Stars heading into the game this weekend.
Sky working through some issues as WNBA All-Star Game returns to Chicago

Sky working through some issues as WNBA All-Star Game returns to Chicago

Jay Cohen, Associated Press  |  Posted July 20 - 10:45 a.m.  |  Save Story

The WNBA All-Star Game returns to Chicago this weekend, and the Sky, well, they are working through some issues at the moment.
Dort going from Thunder to Hawks, Risacher going to Mavericks in 3-team trade

Dort going from Thunder to Hawks, Risacher going to Mavericks in 3-team trade

Tim Reynolds, Associated Press  |  Updated July 19 - 6:58 p.m.  |  Save Story

Oklahoma City traded starting forward and defensive standout Lu Dort to Atlanta as part of a three-team deal that also had the Hawks sending former No. 1 draft pick Zaccharie Risacher to Dallas.
Atlanta's Angel Reese leaves game against Chicago with left leg injury

Atlanta's Angel Reese leaves game against Chicago with left leg injury

The Associated Press  |  Updated July 19 - 6:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese left Sunday's victory over Chicago with a left leg injury.
Angel Reese accepts Toronto coach Sandy Brondello's apology for inappropriate comment

Angel Reese accepts Toronto coach Sandy Brondello's apology for inappropriate comment

The Associated Press  |  Posted July 19 - 2:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

Angel Reese has accepted Toronto Tempo coach Sandy Brondello's apology for an inappropriate comment about the Atlanta Dream star.
Toronto Tempo coach Sandy Brondello suspended 1 game after inappropriate comment

Toronto Tempo coach Sandy Brondello suspended 1 game after inappropriate comment

Doug Feinberg, Associated Press  |  Posted July 18 - 5:16 p.m.  |  Save Story

Toronto Tempo coach Sandy Brondello was suspended for one game by the WNBA for an inappropriate comment she used during a game against the Atlanta Dream on Friday.
Caitlin Clark bounces into record books with 45 points and 10 assists

Caitlin Clark bounces into record books with 45 points and 10 assists

The Associated Press  |  Posted July 17 - 9:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

Caitlin Clark seemed "bouncy" to Indiana coach Stephanie White before the Fever faced the Seattle Storm on Friday night.
Silver says Caitlin Clark has become a 'political football' amid WNBA officiating debates

Silver says Caitlin Clark has become a 'political football' amid WNBA officiating debates

The Associated Press  |  Posted July 16 - 6:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

Conversations about WNBA officiating and Caitlin Clark have now expanded to include NBA commissioner Adam Silver.