Griner Leads Mercury in Debut

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Brittney Griner made a big impression with an 18-point, eight-rebound debut performance for the Phoenix Mercury in an 87-64 win over the Japanese National Team. Candice Dupree added 14 points. Game Info | Box Score | Video: See Griner Debut
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Mystics Preview: Reason to Smile

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It's been a tough run of late in Washington. But with a dynamic new rookie in town (maybe two!) and some other fresh faces set to join forces with Crystal Langhorne & Co, things are looking up in DC. Read More | Seattle Storm Preview
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Donate to Tornado Relief

The NBA Family’s thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families following the destruction in the Midwest. Join us in support of the American Red Cross. Donations can be made at www.redcross.org or text REDCROSS to 90999.
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Diggins' Diary: Follow My Lead

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In our second edition of our season-long series called Diggins' Digital Diary, Skylar talks about some of the positive influences in her life that have shaped her into the role model she is today, a position she has been playing much of her life. Go to the Diary
>> Diary: 5/13: Welcome to the Pros >> Video: Tulsa Intros Diggins | Goodbye to South Bend | Diggins at OKC

Seattle Storm Season Preview

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With legendary veterans like Sue Bird and Lauren Jackson out for the year with injuries, it's going to be up to experienced players like Tanisha Wright (above) to perform for the Seattle Storm to compete in a stacked Western Conference. Read More
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Video: Lessons From A Legend

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Two game-changing centers from different generations -- Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Brittney Griner -- talked basketball at Mercury training camp this week. Today Griner will make her WNBA preseason debut in Phoenix. View Gallery
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Johnson Leads Shock Over Sparks

Glory Johnson scored 22 points and grabbed seven rebounds as the Tulsa Shock topped the Los Angeles Sparks 82-67 at UC Riverside on Sunday. Kristi Tolliver scored 11 points and handed out three assists and Candace Parker added eight points and seven rebounds in the final preseason tune-up for both teams. GAME INFO | BOX SCORE

Lynx Start Bid to Regain Title

The Minnesota Lynx opened their preseason Saturday with a 74-57 victory over the Mystics. Maya Moore added 10 points and six steals to Monica Wright's team-high 16 points. Kia Vaughn led the Mystics with 10 points. Game Info | Maya on WNBA Cares
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WNBA Cares Week

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To start the WNBA’s 17th season, the league, its teams and players will join community members and partners in a series of events and community activities to celebrate WNBA Cares Week beginning on May 17 and featuring efforts to inspire youth and promote health and wellness. More: Maya Moore on WNBA Cares | Swin Cash Gets Inspired Too | Lawson Wins Staley Award

Cambage Returns to Tulsa

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The Tulsa Shock has announced center Elizabeth Cambage will be returning to Tulsa for the 2013 season. Cambage has previously stated that she would not be returning this year. Cambage is expected to be in Tulsa next week. Read More
>> More: Tulsa Home | Cambage Supernatural Profile | Diggins' Digital Diary >> Prince to Miss Games in 2013

Delle Donne Scores 17 In Debut

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Elena Delle Donne scored a game-high 17 points in her preseason debut, helping her Chicago Sky over the New York Liberty 85-67. In other action, the Mystics and rookie Emma Meeseman defeated Brazil 71-56 and the Silver Stars topped the Fever 64-58.
VIDEO: Delle Donne Workout | Elena Moves Out | Chicago Arrival | Presser | Draft Night | 3 to See | Bird Surgery

Taurasi, Parker, Bird in Russia

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Check out this in-depth, All-Access look at the lives WNBA superstars Diana Taurasi, Candace Parker and Sue Bird on and off the court in Russia, where they were teammates for UMMC Ekaterinburg, which recently won the prestigious EuroLeague title.
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Washington Mystics Season Preview

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Seattle Storm 2013 Preview

Kareem and Griner Video of the Meeting

Sunday's Matinee Shock Top Sparks

Lynx Open Preseason MIN 74, WAS 57

WNBA Cares Week Tips Off May 17

Liz Cambage Returns to Tulsa

Elena Delle Donne EDD Hits Chicago

WNBAers in Russia Video: All-Access

Let the Battle Begin
12 teams start the season, but only one gets to hold the WNBA championship trophy.

Japan National Team vs. Mercury
Britney Griner records 18 points and eight rebounds in her WNBA preseason debut as the Mercury defeat the Japan National Team.

Kareem Teaches Brittney Griner
NBA all-time leading scorer Kareem Abdul-Jabbar teaches the ''Sky Hook'' and other moves to #1 overall pick Brittney Griner of the Phoenix Mercury.
See Griner Dunk!
Brittney Griner is ready for the Phoenix Mercury's season opener.

Dggins Dance Moves
Tulsa Shock’s newest member Skylar Diggins shows off her dance moves.

Griner Reacts to LeBron Video
Mercury center Brittney Griner reacts to a message from NBA All-Star LeBron James.