StoryStats.
WNBA analytics that tell a story. Auto-refreshed throughout the day from the league, the beat, and the fan conversation. Every card is a lead — click for the full breakdown.
Tonight.
WSHWashington Mystics19-12
LVLas Vegas Aces22-11
PHXPhoenix Mercury12-22
LALos Angeles Sparks12-19
TORToronto Tempo10-22
DALDallas Wings19-14
CHIChicago Sky12-21
GSGolden State Valkyries23-9
MINMinnesota Lynx27-7
PORPortland Fire13-19News Wire.
Trades, signings, injuries and breaking news across the league.
Monique Akoa Makani (LA) status: Out → Day-To-Day
Aug 11: Akoa Makani (ankle) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against Phoenix. Expected return: Aug 11.
Katie Lou Samuelson (SEA) ruled out — was Day-To-Day
Aug 11: Samuelson (knee) is listed as out for Monday's game versus Chicago. Expected return: Aug 14.
Jessica Shepard (DAL) status: Out → Out
Aug 9: Shepard (ankle) will not return to Sunday's game against the Lynx. She'll finish with one assist in five minutes. Expected return: Aug 12.
Injury alert: Grace VanSlooten (IND) listed Day-To-Day
Aug 10: VanSlooten is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Liberty due to an illness. Expected return: Aug 11.
Flau'jae Johnson (SEA) ruled out — was Day-To-Day
Aug 11: Johnson (ankle) is listed as out for Monday's game against Chicago. Expected return: Aug 14.
‘Most Insufferable Arm of Left-Wing Media’ – Riley Gaines Shames Sports Media’s Coverage of DiJonai Carrington-Sophie Cunningham Incident
Riley Gaines slammed sports media for their allegedly biased reporting of the DiJonai Carrington-Sophie Cunningham incident. The former NCAA Division I swimmer believes sports media is an ‘arm’ of left-wing media because it failed to criticize Carrington.
‘Do Something or Suck It Up’ — Stephen A. Smith Calls for Action As WNBA’s Unclear Rules ‘Leave Door Open’ for Former NBA Players
The WNBA was already navigating one controversy over transgender athletes’ participation in women’s sports when two former NBA players decided to test the league’s own rulebook. Enes Kanter Freedom and Royce White each declared themselves eligible for the 2027 WNBA Draft, pointing to a gap in the league’s eligibility language that nobody had bothered to close.
"It's black privilege" - Riley Gaines slammed DiJonai Carrington’s post-ejection comments vs. Sophie Cunningham
Speaking on her show, conservative activist and former NCAA swimmer Riley Gaines criticized the WNBA for failing to discipline DiJonai Carrington after the Chicago Sky guard posted "white privilege" following her flagrant 2 ejection.
Pregame.
Matchups, prop movers and pre-tip projections.
Postgame.
Efficiency breakdowns, four factors, clutch reports and shot diets.
Four Factors: NY dominant with +23.0 margin
NY put up 101.5 ppg and held opponents to 78.5 over 2 games — a 23.0 point differential that leads the league window.
DiJonai Carrington goes 26-6-1
DiJonai Carrington stuffed the stat sheet with 26 pts / 6 reb / 1 ast (33 PRA) — one of the top lines of the night.
Dominique Malonga goes 26-10-1
Dominique Malonga stuffed the stat sheet with 26 pts / 10 reb / 1 ast (37 PRA) — one of the top lines of the night.
Kamilla Cardoso goes 15-13-0
Kamilla Cardoso stuffed the stat sheet with 15 pts / 13 reb / 0 ast (28 PRA) — one of the top lines of the night.
DiJonai Carrington goes 26-6-1
DiJonai Carrington stuffed the stat sheet with 26 pts / 6 reb / 1 ast (33 PRA) — one of the top lines of the night.
Dominique Malonga goes 26-10-1
Dominique Malonga stuffed the stat sheet with 26 pts / 10 reb / 1 ast (37 PRA) — one of the top lines of the night.
Kamilla Cardoso goes 15-13-0
Kamilla Cardoso stuffed the stat sheet with 15 pts / 13 reb / 0 ast (28 PRA) — one of the top lines of the night.
Angel Reese goes 20-14-2
Angel Reese stuffed the stat sheet with 20 pts / 14 reb / 2 ast (36 PRA) — one of the top lines of the night.
Jordin Canada goes 20-6-9
Jordin Canada stuffed the stat sheet with 20 pts / 6 reb / 9 ast (35 PRA) — one of the top lines of the night.
Off-Court.
Culture, endorsements, red carpet and the stories that live beyond the box score.
DiJonai Carrington Claims 'White Privilege' Comment Wasn't About Foul Call
DiJonai Carrington is revisiting her recent "white privilege" comment directed at the Indiana Fever ... claiming it wasn't about the flagrant foul she received against Sophie Cunningham that resulted in her ejection. The Chicago Sky hooper went to…
Enes Kanter Freedom 'Officially' Declares For 2027 WNBA Draft
Enes Kanter Freedom has officially submitted paperwork in hopes of entering the 2027 WNBA Draft ... claiming it's totally in bounds with the league's current rules. The 34-year-old former NBA big man revealed the signed letter on Monday ... which…
Ex-NBA Player Royce White Posts Wig Pic, Says He's in His 'Feminine Era'
Royce White says he's testing out his new look before next year's WNBA draft ... throwing on a wig and embracing his "feminine era." The former NBA player who announced he's throwing his hat in the ring for the 2027 WNBA draft shared the pic on X…
Bruce Willis and Demi Moore’s Youngest Daughter Tallulah Marries Justin Acee
The daughter of Bruce Willis and Demi Moore, Tallulah, has officially tied the knot!!! Tallulah married musician Justin Acee in Sun Valley, Idaho on Saturday and went all-out for the big day ... wearing a custom wedding gown designed by Balenciaga…
Sophie Cunningham, DiJonai Carrington Drama Explodes After WNBA Ejection
Sophie Cunningham and DiJonai Carrington just turned a heated WNBA matchup into a full-blown controversy ... with Carrington getting ejected after a hard hit on Cunningham, followed moments later by a social media post that appeared to take a shot…
Social Pulse.
Real-time posts from Bluesky and Reddit — the fan conversation, unfiltered.
Features.
Longform from the WNBA beat and video features.
DiJonai Carrington says White privilege post wasn't about Sophie Cunningham
The Chicago Sky guard said she was seeking “consistency across the board” in WNBA officiating.
A tipping point for the WNBA? Plus, a wildly confusing baseball play
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WNBA has spiraled into a rinse-and-repeat drama, and it's taking a mind-numbing toll
Ratings have soared since "the Caitlin Clark effect" introduced a new audience, but a constant cycle of tension is wearing down fans.
Chicago Sky vs. Seattle Storm | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | August 10, 2026
Chicago Sky vs. Seattle Storm | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | August 10, 2026
Toronto Tempo vs. Atlanta Dream | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | August 10, 2026
Toronto Tempo vs. Atlanta Dream | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | August 10, 2026
WNBA power rankings: Are the Mystics a hotter team than the Lynx?
Even after acquiring Kelsey Mitchell, the Mercury seem to be spiraling.
Golden State Valkyries vs. Los Angeles Sparks | August 9, 2026
Golden State Valkyries vs. Los Angeles Sparks | August 9, 2026
Dallas Wings vs. Minnesota Lynx | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | August 9, 2026
Dallas Wings vs. Minnesota Lynx | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | August 9, 2026
Kayla McBride CAREER-HIGH 43 PTS & WNBA-RECORD 10 THREES | August 9, 2026
Kayla McBride CAREER-HIGH 43 PTS & WNBA-RECORD 10 THREES | August 9, 2026
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