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Fever G Kristy Wallace to sit out 2025 season

Indiana Fever guard Kristy Wallace announced Tuesday that she will sit out the 2025 WNBA season. The 29-year-old Australian averaged 4.7 points and 1.8 rebounds in 26 games (15 starts) last season.

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Mercury introduce Thomas: 'You will set a standard'

The Mercury on Tuesday introduced Alyssa Thomas, who arrives in Phoenix after spending her entire 11-year WNBA career with the Sun. "I don't plan on being any different than what I've been on my past team in Connecticut," Thomas said.

Indiana Fever News / ESPN / February 25

Fever G Wallace to sit out the '25 WNBA season

Indiana Fever guard Kristy Wallace announced Tuesday that she will sit out the 2025 WNBA season, saying the decision is in her "best interest at this time."

Former NBA Star Claims He'd Beat Brittney Griner '11-0'

Over the years, there's been a little friendly back-and-forth between WNBA star Brittney Griner and former NBA All-Star DeMarcus Cousins. Back in 2016, when both were members of USA Basketball, Griner said she could beat Cousins in a game of 1-on-1.

Chicago Sky News / The Spun / February 25

Angel Reese Has 3-Word Response To WNBA Veteran's Plea

For as impressive as Angel Reese has been dating back to her college days at LSU, the Bayou Barbie remains a polarizing figure in basketball circles. The Chicago Sky forward and Unrivaled star has done nothing but bring attention to the women's game with both her play and her fashion sense.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / February 25

Indiana Fever Forward Announces Major Decision for 2025 Season

The Indiana Fever have been busy this offseason. Stephanie White took over as the head coach after Christie Sides was let go. The Fever then added forwards DeWanna Bonner and Natasha Howard and shooting guard Sophie Cunningham.

Chicago Sky News / The Spun / February 25

Longtime WNBA Star Issues Plea To Media About Angel Reese

Angel Reese has posted three consecutive monster games for Rose BC in the new Unrivaled 3-on-3 league. Reese went for 19 points and 15 rebounds in a win over Vinyl on Feb.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Athlon Sports / February 25

Iowa Basketball Makes Important Caitlin Clark Announcement on Tuesday

Caitlin Clark is returning to Iowa City, this time as a member of the WNBA's Indiana Fever. Clark spent four collegiate seasons with the Iowa Hawkeyes, becoming the all-time leading scoring in both women's and men's NCAA history over her stellar college basketball career.

Las Vegas Aces News / Beyond Women's Sports / February 25

Unrivaled: Phantom Versus Rose and Laces Versus Mist – Notes From the Office

Capping off the fifth week of Unrivaled Monday night, Phantom met Rose and Laces met Mist. It is crunch time now, and while Mist and Phantom have a long way to go to make the playoffs, it isn’t out of the question.

Chicago Sky News / Athlon Sports / February 25

Angel Reese Posts 4-Word Message About Unrivaled Teammate on Monday

Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese is clearly enjoying playing in Unrivaled, particularly with her Rose BC team alongside fellow WNBA stars Chelsea Gray, Kahleah Copper, Lexie Hull, Azura Stevens and Brittney Sykes.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / February 25

Caitlin Clark's Teammate Leaves No Doubt About Her Opinion of Angel Reese

Lexie Hull is teammates with Caitlin Clark on the Indiana Fever in the WNBA. In fact, they are also good friends off the court and have even spent a lot of their downtime together.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / February 25

Coach K Addresses 'Negativity' and Jealousy That Caitlin Clark Faced

Legendary basketball coach Mike Krzyzewski saw all the negativity surrounding Caitlin Clark when she stepped foot onto the WNBA. Thankfully, the Indiana Fever star handled the situation exceptionally well.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / February 25

Mystics Land ‘Extremely Rare’ Center in Mock Draft After Sky Trade

On Sunday night, the Chicago Sky and Washington Mystics pulled off a major WNBA trade. The deal sent guard Ariel Atkins to the Sky in exchange for the No.

Chicago Sky News / Athlon Sports / February 25

Taylor Rooks Sends Four-Word Message to Angel Reese After Unrivaled Interview

Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese shared a heartfelt moment with sports reporter Taylor Rooks after a postgame interview. “MY GIRLLLLLL,” Reese captioned her Instagram Stories post, in which she shared a photo of herself and the reporter.

WNBA News / Swish Appeal / February 25

Rose keeps rolling in Unrivaled

Chelsea Gray and Angel Reese are helping Rose peak at the right time in Unrivaled, while Breanna Stewart’s dominance led Mist into the win column. Another week of Unrivaled action concluded with two blowouts on Monday.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / February 25

Phoenix Mercury players in Unrivaled Monday night recap

On Monday night, Phoenix Mercury teammates Satou Sabally and Alyssa Thomas played for Phantom BC and Laces BC, respectively. Thomas made her return from her right leg injury for Laces BC for the first time since Jan.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / February 24

Natasha Cloud Sends Strong Angel Reese Message After Phantom-Rose Unrivaled Showdown

The new Unrivaled league continued on Monday with the Phantom and Rose facing off. Angel Reese's Rose team moved to 7-4 with the 71-59 win over Natasha

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / February 24

Caitlin Clark Gets Unfiltered Assessment From Basketball Royalty

Former Duke head coach Mike Krzyzewski is one of the most prominent figures in basketball, and so it always speaks volumes whenever he heaps praise on a player.

Chicago Sky News / Yardbarker / February 24

Reese set for sophomore WNBA season after Unrivaled gem

Angel Reese set for massive sophomore WNBA season after another Unrivaled gem

Rose forward Angel Reese's monster game in Monday's win against the Phantom could be a sign of things to come.

Report: Mystics send F Ariel Atkins to Sky for No. 3 draft pick

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Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / February 24

Reigning MVP makes it clear where she stands on her future

After the blockbuster trade of former Las Vegas Aces player Kelsey Plum, A’ja Wilson let’s her feelings be known about her future with the Aces. Some would consider a third-consecutive championship with the Aces would have been the storybook ending to Wilson’s career.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / February 23

Report: Mystics send F Ariel Atkins to Sky for No. 3 draft pick

The Chicago Sky acquired two-time All-Star guard Ariel Atkins from the Washington Mystics, who received Chicago's No. 3 pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, per an ESPN report on Sunday.

Latest on Twins' ownership situation

Friday’s news that Justin and Mat Ishbia were no longer looking to buy the Twins surprised many around the baseball world and within the organization itself,

NBA News / Burn City Sports / February 18

Suns, Mercury arena being renamed as Footprint ends naming rights early

The Downtown Phoenix arena, now formally known as Footprint Center, home to the Phoenix Suns and Mercury, will begin the process of renaming the arena as the naming rights deal with Footprint, an environmental tech company, ended early.

Indiana Fever News / Yardbarker / February 18

Caitlin Clark's agent speaks on WNBA’s biggest problem ahead of CBA deadline

Recent comments from Fever guard Caitlin Clark's agent crystallized the most pressing issue for the WNBA as it braces for a potential work stoppage following the 2025 season.

WNBA legend questions equality in coaching hires

Lisa Leslie shares her biggest piece of advice for Angel Reese

NBA made big mistake with shootout between Steph Curry, Sabrina Ionescu

Lynx forward Napheesa Collier claims Unrivaled one-on-one title

Storm acquire G Lexie Brown from Sparks for draft picks

WNBA News / Yardbarker / February 17