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The Golden State Valkyries and guard Veronica Burton are favored on May 8.

Valkyries vs. Storm Prediction, Odds, Best Prop Bet for WNBA Season Opener

Peter Dewey

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May 8, 2026

While Paige Bueckers’s Wings saw quite a few crucial additions to the roster, A’ja Wilson’s Aces remain largely the same as they defend their championship.

Everything to Know About Each WNBA Team Ahead of the 2026 Season

Clare Brennan, Dan Falkenheim

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May 8, 2026

Martin was acquired by Golden State in the expansion draft ahead of the 2025 season.

A Caitlin Clark Reunion? Four Kate Martin Landing Spots After Valkyries Waive Guard

Brigid Kennedy

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May 7, 2026

Four-time MVP A’ja Wilson will play with most of the squad that won the 2025 WNBA title with her last year.

WNBA Preseason Power Rankings: Can the Aces Run It Back?

Clare Brennan

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May 5, 2026

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Thanks to the new CBA, there will be million-dollar players hooping in the WNBA this upcoming season. The list includes Kelsey Mitchell, Jackie Young and Brittney Griner, among others, along with superstars like A’ja Wilson who are expected to sign supermax deals.

A’ja Wilson Tops List of Million-Dollar WNBA Players With Historic Supermax Deal

Kristen Wong

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Apr 16, 2026

TCU's Mark Campbell is making History in the WNBA Draft

TCU Women's Basketball Makes History With Three Picks in 2026 WNBA Draft

Tom Burke

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Apr 14, 2026

Flau’jae Johnson was traded during the second round of the WNBA draft and the Valkyries still haven’t explained why.

Valkyries GM Raises More Questions Than Answers With Mid-Draft Flau'jae Johnson Trade

Stephen Douglas

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Apr 14, 2026

Between the college draft and the early wave of free agency, there’s a lot to parse through around the WNBA.

WNBA Offseason Grades: How Each Team Fares After 2026 Draft, Early Free Agency

Dan Falkenheim

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Apr 14, 2026

Flau’jae Johnson had a whirlwind night when she was drafted by the Valkyries with the No. 8 pick and then traded to the Storm during the second round.

2026 WNBA Draft Winners and Losers: A Few Surprising Picks and One Strange Trade

Emma Baccellieri

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Apr 14, 2026

LSU WBB's Flau'jae Johnson Traded in Stunning Move, Rookie Contract Details Revealed

Zack Nagy

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Apr 13, 2026

Mar 28, 2026; Sacramento, CA, USA; Texas Christian University Horned Frogs guard Olivia Miles (5) and forward Marta Suárez (7) embrace after a called foul during the second quarter of the game against the Virginia Cavaliers in the Sweet Sixteen game of the Sacramento Regional 4 of the women's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images

TCU Makes WNBA Draft History as Miles Leads the Way, Suarez Follows Close Behind

Tori Couch

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Apr 13, 2026

Flau’jae Johnson’s little brother stole the show on draft night.

Flau’jae Johnson’s Little Brother Stole the Show During Big Sister’s WNBA Draft Interview

Stephen Douglas

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Apr 13, 2026

Flau'jae Johnson 4, LSU Tigers Women’s Basketball take on the Alabama Crimson Tide at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center in Baton Rouge, LA. Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026.

LSU Women's Basketball Star Flau'jae Johnson Selected in First Round of WNBA Draft

Zack Nagy

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Apr 13, 2026

Former UCLA players Angela Dugalic, Kiki Rice, Gianna Kneepkens, Lauren Betts and Gabriela Jaquez were taken in the first round of the 2026 WNBA draft.

2026 WNBA Draft Takeaways: UCLA, Azzi Fudd Make History, Flau’jae Johnson Stunningly Traded to Storm

Kristen Wong, Madison Williams

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Apr 13, 2026

The 2026 WNBA expansion draft for the Portland Fire and Toronto Tempo ended up being a massive letdown from the fans’ perspective.

It’s Over Already?! The WNBA’s Expansion Draft Was a Baffling Flop

Tom Dierberger

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Apr 3, 2026

The WNBA players’ union and the league have reportedly reached a tentative verbal agreement on a new CBA ahead of the 2026 season.

WNBA’s New CBA Agreement: Three Key Points to Know, Including Pay Increases

Kristen Wong

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Mar 18, 2026

The WNBA and commissioner Cathy Engelbert submitted a new CBA proposal to the WNBA Player’s Association

WNBA Doesn't Budge on Salary in Latest CBA Proposal, Here’s Why That’s Significant

Blake Silverman

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Feb 21, 2026

Storm forward Nneka Ogwumike serves as WNBPA president, while Sparks guard Kelsey Plum is the union’s vice president.

WNBPA Counters League’s Latest CBA Proposal With Key Compromises Amid Labor Dispute

Blake Silverman

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Feb 17, 2026

Giannis Antetokounmpo

Warriors Get Extra 1st-Round Pick to Trade for Giannis in 3-Team Trade Idea

Joey Akeley

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Feb 3, 2026

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