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The Las Vegas Aces will fight for the championship

This Thursday, September 30, not only did the month come to an end, but so did the WNBA semifinals. Game Five between the Indiana Fever and the Las Vegas Aces lived up to expectations, sparking intensity and fireworks at the Michelob Ultra Arena, where every contact between the top players of the night added drama to a contest that defined the last ticket to the Finals.Indiana Fever's multiple setbacksCaitlin Clark proves she's the baby whispererThe Indiana Fever came out with energy, but it cannot be overlooked that the team has been hampered by a series of significant absences. From the regular season onward, injuries began to pile up. Without question, the most notable was the loss of their superstar and box-office magnet, Caitlin Clark. Later came the injury to Sophie Cunningham, and with both players sidelined, the team seemed destined […]

Tensions rise as Sophie Cunningham calls out WNBA Commissioner’s comments on Caitlin Clark

When Napheesa Collier revealed that WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert allegedly claimed Caitlin Clark "should be grateful" for earning $16 million in endorsements due to the league's platform, it didn't take long for the backlash to ignite. Engelbert's reported comments, made during a private conversation with Collier, were widely viewed as minimizing Clark's impact on the league, implying that her off-court success was only possible because of the WNBA, not the other way around.Sophie Cunningham and Caitlin Clark lead bench energyThe remarks have sparked fierce reactions across the basketball world, but one of the most passionate responses came from within the Indiana Fever's own locker room. Teammate and fellow WNBA player Sophie Cunningham did not hold back.On social media, she wrote:"People only know Cathy because of C... She's the most delusional leader our league has seen."Cunningham's comments reflect the frustration shared […]

Dave Portnoy blasts WNBA commissioner’s statements and claims Caitlin Clark can start her own league immediately

Dave Portnoy has again turned his spotlight toward the WNBA, this time taking aim at Commissioner Cathy Engelbert's handling of remarks about star rookie Caitlin Clark, going as far as to suggest Clark could simply launch her own league.Portnoy's reaction comes in the wake of a blistering statement by Minnesota Lynx forward Napheesa Collier, who alleged that during private conversations Engelbert told her that Clark "should be grateful she makes $16 million off the court because without the platform the WNBA gives her, she wouldn't make anything." Caitlin Clark proves she's the baby whispererCollier also claimed Engelbert said that players "should be on their knees thanking their lucky stars for the media rights deal that I got them." Collier's broad critique of league leadership further included, "We have the best players in the world. We have the best fans in […]

Lynx’ Napheesa Collier breaks her silence and criticizes the “worst” leaders in the WNBA

The Minnesota Lynx went from being leaders in the WNBA standings to being eliminated in the Playoff Semifinals by the Phoenix Mercury last Sunday.However, what caught everyone's attention were the comments made by Lynx star Napheesa Collier during her exit interviews.Pacers' Rick Carlisle praises Stephanie White's leadershipPhee's strong message against the WNBA's management The recent tensions left by the Lynx's last two playoff games grew after the 29-year-old forward's comments. The truth is that during Game 3, with 30 seconds left in the game, Alyssa Thomas stole the ball from Collier and, while the Phoenix star secured the victory with a basket, the Lynx point guard fell to the ground. This sparked the fury of Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve. After accusing the referees of "f***ing malpractice" and insisting on a change in leadership in the league, the coach was ejected […]

Stephanie White and Becky Hammon receive harsh punishment ahead of Game 5 of the Aces-Fever Playoffs

After Minnesota Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve complained about the refereeing in Game 3 against the Phoenix Mercury and was penalized, two of her counterparts suffered the same fate.Becky Hammon and Stephanie White, coaches of the Las Vegas Aces and Indiana Fever respectively, came out in support of her after the controversy, but this led to both of them being punished. White and Hammon, finedAfter a play in which Alyssa Thomas stole the ball from Napheesa Collier while the Lynx point guard fell to the ground, Cheryl stormed onto the court furious with the referees for not calling a foul, which she described as "f***ing malpractice."The coach was sanctioned and fined by the WNBA, causing her to miss Game 4, where Minnesota was eliminated from the playoffs. In addition, she was fined $15,000 for her comments and conduct on Friday night.The […]

Ex NCAA champion worries about Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese’s mental health: she gives them two advices

Former NCAA champion and WNBA icon Val Whiting is speaking out about the mental health pressures that top collegiate athletes face on a daily basis, focusing on two of women's college basketball's brightest stars: Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese. Drawing from her own experiences battling depression and mental stress during her professional career, Whiting is urging young athletes to prioritize mental well-being alongside physical performance, according to a 'EssentiallySports' interview.Sophie Cunningham and Caitlin Clark lead bench energy Perspective outisde the courtWhiting stated that to Clark, who has battled against many injuries, media attention, and the burden of having high expectations placed upon her, it should not be forgotten that the value oh her athleticism is not measured only by statistics. "Challenging times are opportunities to grow not just as a player, but as a leader," Whiting said.Clark, the phenom Indiana […]

Former LSU teammate accuses Angel Reese of excluding her from Unrivaled while claiming she was better than Caitlin Clark in 2023

A new controversy has emerged around Angel Reese as her former LSU teammate, Alexis Morris, publicly accused the Chicago Sky forward of blocking her from joining the recently launched 3x3 league, Unrivaled.The guard also reignited debate over LSU's 2023 national championship run by insisting she was the true standout, even over Caitlin Clark, as Morris made the allegations during a livestream on Monday.Angel Reese takes off-season fashion to new heightsShe alleged that the 23-year-old Reese had "blackballed" her from the competition, and her remarks quickly gained traction after a fan referenced them on X.com, formerly known as Twitter.The 2023 graduate from LSU went further, contending that she had been overlooked during the Tigers' title-winning campaign as they beat Clark's Iowa Hawkeyes in the national championship game."She never blackballing me," Morris said. "They robbed me of the Most Outstanding Player cause […]

Caitlin Clark’s new way of helping the Indiana Fever isn’t enough: Lexie Hull highlights another teammate

Lexie Hull has spotlighted the critical contributions of Aliyah Boston in the series against the Las Vegas Aces as the Indiana Fever force a decisive Game 5 in the 2025 WNBA Playoffs semifinals.Caitlin Clark has introduced a new dynamic to the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in 2024, but her injuries have forced others to step up in her place, with the likes of Hull, Boston, Kelsey Mitchell, and Sophie Cunningham taking extra responsibility.Now Indiana stands one victory away from securing a spot in the WNBA Finals after a 90-83 win over Las Vegas on Sunday, September 28, and Lexie emphasized that Aliyah's interior presence has been decisive in turning the series."I mean, she's a force in the paint," Hull said. "We wouldn't have won last night's game, any of our games without her."So, proud of her ability to be consistent and continuing […]

Caitlin Clark’s new way of helping the Indiana Fever isn’t enough: Lexie Hull highlights another teammate

Lexie Hull has spotlighted the critical contributions of Aliyah Boston in the series against the Las Vegas Aces as the Indiana Fever force a decisive Game 5 in the 2025 WNBA Playoffs semifinals.Caitlin Clark has introduced a new dynamic to the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in 2024, but her injuries have forced others to step up in her place, with the likes of Hull, Boston, Kelsey Mitchell, and Sophie Cunningham taking extra responsibility.Now Indiana stands one victory away from securing a spot in the WNBA Finals after a 90-83 win over Las Vegas on Sunday, September 28, and Lexie emphasized that Aliyah's interior presence has been decisive in turning the series."I mean, she's a force in the paint," Hull said. "We wouldn't have won last night's game, any of our games without her."So, proud of her ability to be consistent and continuing […]

Aliyah Boston confirms offseason plans, set to compete in second Unrivaled League season

Aliyah Boston continues to prove that her ceiling in the WNBA doesn't exist, not just during the season, but in the offseason too. The Indiana Fever standout recently made waves with her announcement that she will return for a second straight year to compete in the 3-on-3 Unrivaled League, an innovative women's basketball competition that has become a destination for top-tier talent.Sophie Cunningham leaves fans in literal tears with heartfelt momentsThis decision follows what was arguably the most impressive stretch of Boston's young career. The third-year center helped carry the Fever to a crucial win-or-go-home playoff victory, delivering an all-around masterclass with 24 points, 14 rebounds, five assists, two steals, and two blocks. Even more impressive, she accomplished this without the help of star teammate Caitlin Clark, showcasing her ability to lead and dominate independently.What truly turned heads was Boston's […]

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