HOUSTON, TEXAS – APRIL 01: Inductee Dwyane Wade reacts during the 2023 Naismith Hall of Fame Press Conference at NRG Stadium on April 01, 2023 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Tim Bradbury/Getty Images) Oli Marmol sings same old frustrating tune after another Cardinals loss by Kristen Wong Heat legend and soon-to-be Hall of Famer Dwyane
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One of the most exciting seasons in WNBA history was highlighted by the individual battles between A’ja Wilson and Breanna Stewart. A’ja Wilson completed one of the most decorated individual seasons in any basketball league — winning MVP, Defensive Player of the Year, the Commissioner’s Cup, Finals MVP and a championship. But part of the
The Las Vegas Aces collected a historic number of trophies and honors during the 2022 WNBA season, culminating with the first title in franchise history. The Las Vegas Aces capped off their season with a 78-71 victory over the Connecticut Sun in Game 4 of the WNBA Finals, securing the league’s biggest prize. But the
Becky Hammon led the Las Vegas Aces to a WNBA championship with largely the same roster as the year before. What can NBA teams learn from their evolution? On Sunday, the Las Vegas Aces won their first championship in franchise history, defeating the Connecticut Sun in four games. It was a fitting coronation for the
Four teams remain in the WNBA playoffs and the betting odds imply any of them could win the WNBA Championship. The WNBA Championship field is down to four teams and parity seems to be the name of the game. The No. 1 seed, Las Vegas Aces, breezed through the first round, eliminating the Phoenix Mercury
Former NBA player Dennis Rodman is taking action to try to help Brittney Griner, and many others should follow his lead. Former NBA player Dennis Rodman is trying to go to Russia this week to help push the release of WNBA star Brittney Griner, according to NBC News. Rodman told NBC News, “I got permission to
Right after WNBA star Brittney Griner was sentenced to nine years in Russian prison, NFL reporters Ian Rapoport and James Palmer make light of her verdict. Even though NFL training camps are in full swing, the on-air talent still felt they needed to fill space with their off-the-air conversations. Soon enough, NFL reporters Ian Rapoport,
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – JULY 10: Kelsey Plum #10 of Team Wilson is presented with the MVP trophy during the 2022 AT&T WNBA All-Star Game at the Wintrust Arena on July 10, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) Shohei Ohtani rumors: Are Angels making a big mistake? by John Buhler Cubs sign first-round
Steph Curry and Megan Rapinoe join WNBA stars Nneka Ogwumike and Skylar Diggins-Smith in calling for continued efforts to bring home Brittney Griner. The entire sports world tuned in for a night of the biggest names in the game at the 2022 ESPYS. And with that searing spotlight fixed on athletic icons, several took the stage
Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images Charlie Montoyo fired: 3 managers who are next on the chopping block by Eric Treuden After his comments on Brittney Griner drew some criticism, LeBron James went back to social media to explain what he was really trying to say. Athletes around the sports world have been working to keep
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James used his platform to amplify the plight of Brittney Griner, criticizing the United States on the handling of her case. It’s been 145 days since Brittney Griner was first detained in Russian custody for what Griner claims was an unintentional possession of vape cartridges in a Moscow airport, and
Kelsey Plum and her Las Vegas Aces teammates made light of the WNBA All-Star trophy disparity compared to what Steph Curry won, but it’s a weighted topic. During the NBA Finals, Malika Andrews asked Steph Curry how he felt about comparisons to his hypothetical detainment in Russia to the reality of what WNBA star Brittney
The new documentary Unfinished Business uses the New Liberty as a lens to explore the evolution of the WNBA and the work that’s still left to do. At halftime of their game against the Washington Mystics on September 17, 2021, the New York Liberty led 46-29. It was a must-win for the team if it
WNBA superstar Brittney Griner has plead guilty to drug charges that could imprison her for up to 10 years. Here’s what that means for Griner and her cause. After 140 days of detainment in a Russian prison, Brittney Griner plead guilty to smuggling and drug possession charges. The AP offered more insight into how Griner
COMMERCE CITY, CO – JUNE 25: Taylor Kornieck #20 of the United States celebrates scoring with Megan Rapinoe #15 during a game between Colombia and USWNT at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park on June 25, 2022 in Commerce City, Colorado. (Photo by Robin Alam/ISI Photos/Getty Images) As Pride Month comes to a close, FanSided celebrates LGBTQ+
Jaden Ivey is continuing his family legacy in Detroit, as he was selected with the fifth-overall pick by the Pistons in the NBA Draft. The NBA Draft saw 58 prospects achieve their dreams of playing professional basketball. For Purdue guard Jaden Ivey, he had the chance to achieve his dream and continue his family’s sports
Roy Jones Jr., a dual Russian citizen, is looking out for Brittney Griner as he attempts to get her home. Legendary fighter Roy Jones Jr. is trying to get WNBA superstar Brittney Griner home from Russia after being detained for cannabis four months ago. Jones Jr. is a dual Russian citizen, and according to a
Golden State Warriors star Steph Curry joins countless NBA and WNBA athletes in calling on Russia to release Brittney Griner from unlawful detainment. It’s been 113 days now since Brittney Griner was wrongfully detained in Russia, and everyone from Dawn Staley to Breanna Stewart to Magic Johnson is calling on the U.S. government to bring
San Antonio Spurs shooting guard Manu Ginobili. (Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports) NJPW: Starter’s guide to New Japan Pro Wrestling by Gerard Hennessy Who will be inducted into the 2022 Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame class? Reports are trickling in about the latest Hall of Famers. When it comes to individual honors in sports, it doesn’t
16-04-2021: Basketbal: Fenerbahce Oznur Kablo v UMMC Ekaterinburg: Istanboel”nISTANBUL, TURKEY – APRIL 16: Brittney Griner of UMMC Ekaterinburg, Satou Sabally of Fenerbahce Oznur Kablo during the Euroleague Women Final Four match between Fenerbahce Oznur Kablo and UMMC Ekaterinburg at Volkswagen Arena on April 16, 2021 in Istanbul, Turkey (Photo by /BSR Agency/Getty Images) 3 free
PHOENIX, ARIZONA – FEBRUARY 15: Chris Paul #3 of the Phoenix Suns reacts after making a three point basket during the second half against the Los Angeles Clippers at Footprint Center on February 15, 2022 in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User
Former WNBA star and San Antonio Spurs assistant coach Becky Hammon talks about leading her own professional basketball team with the Las Vegas Aces. Basketball star Becky Hammon has been circling the top as a candidate for leading professional basketball teams for years, but it was the Las Vegas Aces who finally gave her a
The Whiteboard is The Step Back’s daily basketball newsletter, covering the NBA, WNBA and more. Subscribe here to get it delivered to you via email each morning. The WNBA playoffs kicked off last night with a pair of single-elimination games. The Chicago Sky pounding the Dallas Wings and the Phoenix Mercury barely survived without Diana Taurasi
Nneka Ogwumike is looking to represent her roots in the upcoming Olympics after not being selected for Team USA’s roster. When the women’s basketball rosters for Team USA were released, many were surprised to see that WNBA superstar Nneka Ogwumike was left off the team. She’s been one of the best players in the world,
Elena Delle Donne recovering from two back surgeries is ready to embark on another run at a WNBA championship and Olympic gold medal. WNBA training camp could not come soon enough for Washington Mystics forward Elena Delle Donne. The offseason was an especially long Covid-induced time which also included multiple back surgeries, making her return
Aari McDonald’s explosive scoring performances in the NCAA Tournament have changed perceptions of her upside and could move her into the WNBA Draft Lottery. Just a couple of months ago, I argued that Dana Evans was the best guard prospect in the 2021 WNBA Draft. At the time, it seemed clear that Evans and her
Sabrina Ionescu, #20, New York Liberty, (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images) The Golden State Warriors superstar had one word in response to New York Liberty guard Sabrina Ionescu’s performance, Tuesday night. Stephen Curry’s response to Sabrina Ionescu’s performance, Tuesday night, was exactly what everyone else who viewed it live was thinking: “Sheesh.” Ionescu, the No.
Photo by Doug Mills-Pool/Getty Images Justin Verlander donating paychecks to COVID-19 relief efforts by Phillip Barnard During a call with several prominent sports commissioners, President Trump said he believes the NFL season will start on time and hopes to have fans back in arenas in August and September Saturday morning, President Donald Trump held a
In honor of Marcus Morris’ misogynistic comments from Wednesday night, here are some of my favorite ‘female tendencies’ on the court. Frustrations boiled over for the Knicks in a blowout loss to the Grizzlies Wednesday night, with Elfrid Payton shoving Jae Crowder out of bounds late in the fourth quarter. A scuffle ensued, which included
UNCASVILLE, CT – AUGUST 17: Maya Moore #23 of the Minnesota Linx during the game against the Connecticut Sun on August 17, 2018 at the Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of