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&#8211;2x GRAMMY®-Award Winning, Multi-Platinum Global Superstar, Tyla, Will Take Center Court on Saturday, July 25 at AT&amp;T WNBA All-Star Game—
NEW YORK, NY- July 16, 2026 – Today, the WNBA announced that two-time GRAMMY® Award winning global pop star Tyla will headline the halftime show at the 2026 AT&amp;T WNBA All-Star Game. The performance will arrive just one day after the release of her highly anticipated sophomore album, <a href="https://tyla.lnk.to/APOP">A*POP</a>, out July 24th via FAX Records/Epic Records — featuring chart-topping singles &#8220;IS IT LOVE,&#8221; &#8220;CHANEL,&#8221; and &#8220;SHE DID IT AGAIN&#8221; with Zara Larsson.  The game will be played at United Center in Chicago, on Saturday, July 25th, airing live on ABC and Disney+ (8:30 p.m. ET).
“I’m honored to be a part of the AT&amp;T WNBA All-Star Game this year,” said Tyla. “These athletes bring so much power and heart to what they do, and I’m excited to share the stage and bring A*POP to my supporters.”
Tyla first captivated audiences worldwide with her breakout hit &#8220;Water,&#8221; earning her the inaugural GRAMMY® Award for Best African Music Performance in 2024. Her self-titled debut album, TYLA, further cemented her global ascent, and in 2026 she won her second GRAMMY® for Best African Music Performance for her single &#8220;Push 2 Start.&#8221; Tyla is the first artist to spend a cumulative 100 weeks at No. 1 on Billboard’s U.S. Afrobeats Songs chart- as well as the artist with the most No.1s on that same chart. Now with her forthcoming sophomore album, <a href="https://tyla.lnk.to/APOP">A*POP</a>, Tyla continues to drive her musical impact across global boundaries through her unmistakable sound, magnetic performances, and bold creative vision rooted in her South African heritage.
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Tyla Set to Headline Halftime Show at 2026 AT&T WNBA All-Star Game

NEW YORK, July 16, 2026 – The Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) game between the New York Liberty and the Dallas Wings, originally scheduled for tonight at 8:00 p.m. CT (9:00 p.m. ET), has been postponed due to travel delays caused by mechanical issues with the New York Liberty&#8217;s charter flight.
The game has been rescheduled for Monday, July 20, at 7:00 p.m. CT (8:00 p.m. ET). The Dallas Wings will honor all tickets purchased for the original game date.

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Game Between the New York Liberty and the Dallas Wings Postponed

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– AT&amp;T WNBA All-Star Game to be Played on Saturday, July 25 
in Chicago (ABC, 8:30 p.m. ET) –
– Teams to Compete for $100,000 Prize Pool Benefitting Two Chicago-based Organizations 
Dedicated to Keeping Girls Involved in Sports –
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NEW YORK, July 15, 2026 – The team rosters for the 2026 AT&amp;T WNBA All-Star Game, as selected by WNBA legends and special All-Star general managers Cynthia Cooper and Teresa Weatherspoon, were revealed today on ESPN during the 2026 WNBA All-Star Draft show.
The 2026 AT&amp;T WNBA All-Star Game will be played in Chicago at United Center on Saturday, July 25, and broadcast on ABC (8:30 p.m. ET).
Cooper and Weatherspoon drafted their respective rosters from the overall pool of All-Stars, including 10 starters and 12 reserves, making picks without regard to a player’s conference affiliation or position. The starters were previously selected through a combination of voting by fans, media, and current players; the reserves were selected by the league’s 15 head coaches.
Prior to the show, a coin flip was conducted to determine which general manager would be assigned the leading vote-getter from fan-balloting during WNBA All-Star Voting 2026 presented by Ally. As a result of winning the coin flip, Cooper’s “Team Coop” was assigned Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers, who led all players with 1,045,051 votes from fans. Weatherspoon’s “Team Spoon” was then assigned the second-leading vote-getter, Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark, who received 1,023,321 votes.
Weatherspoon selected first from Starters; Cooper selected first from Reserves.
The selections began with Weatherspoon drafting four-time Kia WNBA MVP A’ja Wilson of the Las Vegas Aces. Cooper then selected two-time MVP Breanna Stewart of the New York Liberty.
See below for the complete pick-by-pick results.
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<td colspan="2" width="645">                                                                      2026 WNBA All-Star Draft</td>
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<td width="96">Pick</td>
<td width="324">Team Spoon</td>
<td width="321">Team Coop</td>
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<td width="96">1</td>
<td width="324">Caitlin Clark (Indiana Fever)</td>
<td width="321">Paige Bueckers (Dallas Wings)</td>
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<td width="96">2</td>
<td width="324">A’ja Wilson (Las Vegas Aces)</td>
<td width="321">Breanna Stewart (New York Liberty)</td>
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<td width="96">3</td>
<td width="324">Olivia Miles (Minnesota Lynx)</td>
<td width="321">Kelsey Mitchell (Indiana Fever)</td>
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<td width="96">4</td>
<td width="324">Aliyah Boston (Indiana Fever)</td>
<td width="321">Natasha Howard (Minnesota Lynx)</td>
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<td width="96">5</td>
<td width="324">Jessica Shepard (Dallas Wings)</td>
<td width="321">Gabby Williams (Golden State Valkyries)</td>
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<td width="96">6</td>
<td width="324">Rhyne Howard (Atlanta Dream)</td>
<td width="321">Angel Reese (Atlanta Dream)</td>
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<td width="96">7</td>
<td width="324">Allisha Gray (Atlanta Dream)</td>
<td width="321">Marina Mabrey (Toronto Tempo)</td>
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<td width="96">8</td>
<td width="324">Jonquel Jones (New York Liberty)</td>
<td width="321">Dominique Malonga (Seattle Storm)</td>
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<td width="96">9</td>
<td width="324">Courtney Williams (Minnesota Lynx)</td>
<td width="321">Kelsey Plum (Los Angeles Sparks)</td>
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<td width="96">10</td>
<td width="324">Kiki Iriafen (Washington Mystics)</td>
<td width="321">Jackie Young (Las Vegas Aces)</td>
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<td width="96">11</td>
<td width="324">Nneka Ogwumike (Los Angeles Sparks)</td>
<td width="321">Sonia Citron (Washington Mystics)</td>
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Cooper and Weatherspoon are serving as special general managers for the 2026 AT&amp;T All-Star Game as part of the league&#8217;s 30th season celebration. In another nod to the league’s origins, “Team Coop” will wear WNBA red uniforms and “Team Spoon” will wear WNBA blue uniforms reminiscent of the league’s original colors from 1997.
The head coaches for the 2026 AT&amp;T WNBA All-Star Game will be Becky Hammon of the Las Vegas Aces and Cheryl Reeve of the Minnesota Lynx. Hammon and Reeve earned their All-Star coaching roles by virtue of having the teams with the two best records, regardless of conference, through games played on Friday, July 10.
While Las Vegas and Minnesota had identical 16-6 records through that date, Hammon earned the top spot by virtue of Las Vegas having defeated Minnesota in their one head-to-head matchup. Accordingly, Hammon was assigned to coach the team with the leading fan-vote-getter, Bueckers (Team Coop). Reeve was assigned to the team with the second-leading fan-vote-getter, Clark (Team Spoon).
Also in recognition of the WNBA’s milestone 30th season, the league is introducing a new initiative to the AT&amp;T All-Star Game through which the All-Star teams will compete for a $100,000 prize pool that will benefit two Chicago-based organizations dedicated to keeping girls involved in sports. A sum of $70,000 will be awarded to the organization affiliated with the winning team, and $30,000 will be awarded to the organization affiliated with the runner-up team.
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<li>“Team Coop” will play for <a href="https://angelsathleticsinc.com/">Angels Athletics</a>, an organization that encourages young girls to participate in sports, supporting them in the development of skills and confidence to break down barriers and achieve goals throughout their lives.</li>
<li>“Team Spoon” will support <a href="https://www.girlsinthegame.org/">Girls in the Game</a>, an organization that partners with schools, parks, and community centers in Chicago to offer sports, health, and leadership programs.</li>
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The 2026 AT&amp;T WNBA All-Star Game on Saturday July 25 will be the centerpiece of three days packed with WNBA activities, including the Kia WNBA Shooting Stars and State Farm WNBA 3-Point Contest on Friday, July 24 (ESPN, 8 p.m. ET) at Wintrust Arena, and WNBA Live presented by AWS being held Thursday evening through Saturday at McCormick Place. Tickets for WNBA Live presented by AWS are available <a href="https://www.ticketmaster.com/wnba-live-tickets/artist/3746409">here</a>.

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Cynthia Cooper and Teresa Weatherspoon Select Rosters for 2026 AT&T WNBA All-Star Game

5 Things I Like

It feels unfathomable, but the player to monitor for a near-nightly triple-double is not Alyssa Thomas &#8211; it’s Jessica Shepard. 
The sixth-year veteran forward is hitting her stride in a major way with the Dallas Wings this season, posting three triple-doubles so far this season. That’s good for the most in the league so far this year, outdoing even Thomas, who’s known for easily hitting that benchmark thanks to her playmaking and rebounding abilities. 
Shepard’s been a key cog to the Wings’ dominance in year two of the Paige Bueckers era, and it’s in major thanks to her that Dallas is on a five-game winning streak as we head towards the All-Star break. 
This, and five other things, really caught my eye from week eight of WNBA action. 
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<h2>Commissioner’s Cup Hangover</h2>
After the New York Liberty took out the Las Vegas Aces for another Commissioner’s Cup title, it felt like perhaps they’d start to hit their stride ahead of the All-Star break. A nice streak could set them up for a comfortable spot atop the league standings and keep them afloat despite a very slow start from the team and their stars. 
Instead, New York has once again become inconsistent on offense and is struggling to get stops when it matters. They’re right in the middle of the league in three-point percentage (34.5) despite having shooters like Sabrina Ionescu, Jonquel Jones, and Marine Johannès in tow, and are averaging just 87.8 points per game. That’s close to the output from teams like the Connecticut Sun, Portland Fire, and Chicago Sky. 
That, coupled with very little rim protection, average rebounding, and a third-lowest 6.3 steals per game, New York is lacking pop on either side of the ball. 
Since beating the Aces, the Liberty have lost three of their last four games. It feels like they have some identity issues to once again work out with a new head coach in tow, and with another new-look bench that doesn’t seem prepared to back up the starting unit. 
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<h2>Indiana Fever Surging</h2>
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The Fever had two key contests this past week: road games against the Phoenix Mercury and the Las Vegas Aces. The Aces present the largest challenge on paper to the Fever, with A’ja Wilson being a thorn in the side of any team that doesn’t have an experienced big ready to challenge her in the paint. 
Of course, Indiana did not have to worry too much about that, with Kelsey Mitchell simply putting the team on her back in both games. The star guard averaged 28.3 points per game over Indiana’s games this past week, along with shooting ridiculously efficiently from behind the arc. Despite a slower start to the year for the Fever, it seems like they’re beginning to pick things up thanks to Mitchell, the return of Caitlin Clark more consistently to the floor following a back injury, and star center Aliyah Boston honing in on her defensive stalwart-ness this past week. They’re sitting in 5th place now, just behind the Wings, and are proving they can make even the sharpest teams look silly with their core of Mitchell, Boston, and Clark. Consistency will be key for them. 
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<h2>Tempo Trip to Montreal</h2>
I had the pleasure of venturing across the border to go watch the Tempo’s two games hosted at the Bell Center over the weekend as part of their Cross Canada series, and they gave fans two exhilarating games against the Wings and Liberty. While they went 1-1 on the “road” trip, you couldn’t really tell that was the case. Fans were unbelievably supportive of the squad during both games, and, of course, Marina Mabrey put on a show against Dallas and New York. 
Mabrey, a first-time All-Star this year, averaged 32 points over the weekend, in addition to shooting 9-17 from three across both games. Her step backs in both games just always seemed like they were going to find the net, and more often than not, that was the case. 
Some underrated performances from the Tempo’s Maria Conde and Laura Juskaite deserve flowers, as well. Both played as excellent co-stars to Mabrey’s offensive explosion over this past weekend. Conde was confidently letting it fly from three, while Juskaite seemed to keep finding all of the Liberty’s pain points on her drives. 
Toronto did a great job of feeding off the energy from the Montreal crowd. 
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<h2>Valkyries Continue to be a Brick Wall</h2>
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The Valkyries scored 62 points against the Washington Mystics on July 6. That’s 20 points lower than their season average of 82, and typically the kind of offensive output you’d see from the losing team. 
Of course, they held the Mystics to just 49 points to secure the win, anyway. 
Golden State has been the best overall defensive unit in the WNBA this year, and that’s a huge testament to the work of Veronica Burton as one of the league’s best two-way guards. She’s the head of a snake that is neck and neck with the Minnesota Lynx in defensive rating (100.4), and while also allowing the least amount of points in the paint per game in the league (31.8 per game). 
Burton is also one of the league leaders in defensive win shares, which measures how much an individual player impacts their team’s wins on the defensive end of the floor only. 
Despite not being the flashiest team when it comes to their defense &#8211; they aren’t hauling down rebounds or getting blocks at a huge clip &#8211; their collective effort on the floor to make life miserable for opponents on defense is what’s helping land Golden State right in the conversation for contention ahead of the All-Star break. 
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<h2>Juhasz’s Return Comes with Huge Reeve Milestone</h2>
Dorka Juhasz had been out all season with a foot sprain suffered overseas, keeping her out of the Lynx’s lineups until July 6. The forward, while missed, wasn’t necessarily returning to a downtrodden team. Minnesota’s been one of the best stories of the season so far, with rookie Olivia Miles helping lead the Napheesa Collier-less team to a first-place record and a stronghold on the standings. So, Juhasz’s return was a welcome addition to Minnesota&#8217;s frontcourt depth, but the team has been managing just fine in her absence. 
Still, her contributions as a stretch 4 who can rebound efficiently and operate in the pick and roll with Miles are great for the Lynx, and even without Miles on July 9, Juhasz flashed all of that ability in the Lynx’s win over the Sun. That win carried head coach Cheryl Reeve over the hump to get the league record for most regular-season wins by a coach in history. 
It was also a clutch three from Juhasz that sealed the victory for Minnesota, on a night where the team was unbelievably shorthanded thanks to Miles’ calf injury and the ramp-up for Collier still ongoing. 
As if the Lynx needed to get any scarier, Juhasz&#8217;s ability to keep up this level of play off the bench could end up being huge for Minnesota as they seek to gain 100% health by the second half of the season. Minnesota’s bench play could use some work &#8211;  their second unit is averaging a league-low 15.7 points per game, along with just 8.7 rebounds per game, 4.2 assists, two steals, but is holding the best net rating (4.7). 
Juhasz can, at a minimum, be the remedy for their rebounding and bench shooting.

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Five Things I Like: Week Eight 2026

Since our last Power Rankings on June 29, the 2026 WNBA season has officially passed its midpoint. Through Sunday, 174 games have been played, with 156 more to go.
The first half of the season has already delivered historic moments, a promising rookie class, two expansion teams that have each racked up double-digit wins, and the first-ever two-time WNBA Commissioner’s Cup champions.
Before the stretch run toward the playoffs begins, the league’s top players will converge on Chicago next week to showcase their skills at the 2026 WNBA All-Star Game.
Let’s take a look at how the teams stack up against one another coming out of the season’s midpoint and ahead of the All-Star break.
Note: All stats and records are through games played Sunday, July 12.
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<h2>1. Minnesota Lynx (17-6) ↔️</h2>
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<li style="font-weight: 400">Last Week: 1</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400">Schedule Until All-Star Break: Mon. vs. PHX, Wed. vs. LAS, Sat. vs. POR, 7/20 at SEA, 7/22 at SEA</li>
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Not only did Cheryl Reeve become the WNBA’s all-time leader in coaching wins, but she’s also guided the Lynx to the best record in the league through the season’s midpoint. And she’s done it with her best player — last year’s MVP runner-up Napheesa Collier — sidelined after offseason ankle surgeries. However, reports say Collier is “really close” to returning, which should only make the Lynx more formidable. 
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<h2>2. Las Vegas Aces (17-7) ↔️</h2>
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<li style="font-weight: 400">Last Week: 2</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400">Schedule Until All-Star Break: 7/20 at TOR, 7/22 at WAS</li>
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The Aces are coming off a wild 24-hour period. After matching the third-largest margin of victory in league history (48 points) on Saturday against Phoenix, the Aces followed it with their largest loss of the season (34 points) against Indiana. That 82-point swing from one game to the next is the largest in league history and is emblematic of Las Vegas’ season. Of the 15 games across the league this season that have been decided by more than 25 points, the Aces have been involved in six of them — the most of any team — with three wins and three losses.
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<h2>3. Golden State Valkyries (17-7) ↔️</h2>
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<li style="font-weight: 400">Last Week: 3</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400">Schedule Until All-Star Break: Wed. at IND, Sat. vs. WAS, 7/20 vs. WAS</li>
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Riding a league-high (and franchise-record) seven-game win streak, it is tempting to put the Valkyries at the top of the power rankings as they currently hold the title of “hottest team in the league.” However, the Valkyries have yet to solve either the Aces (0-3) or Lynx (0-2), which are the only teams to beat Golden State since May 22. This season, the Valkyries are 0-5 against Las Vegas and Minnesota, and 17-2 against everyone else. The good news for Golden State: only two of its remaining 20 games come against either of those teams (both against Minnesota in August).
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<h2>4. Dallas Wings (16-8) ⬆️</h2>
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<li style="font-weight: 400">Last Week: 6</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400">Schedule Until All-Star Break: Thu. vs. NYL, Sun. vs. LAS, 7/22 at POR</li>
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Another contender for the “hottest team in the league” title, the Wings have won five straight games. One more win (against New York on Thursday) would give the Wings their longest winning streak of the Dallas era, which began a decade ago. If the Wings can sweep their final three games heading into All-Star, they would tie the franchise record for consecutive wins in a season (eight), which they accomplished in 2015 in Tulsa and 2003 in Detroit.
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<h2>5. Indiana Fever (14-9) ⬆️</h2>
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<li style="font-weight: 400">Last Week: 7</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400">Schedule Until All-Star Break: Wed. vs. GSV, Fri. vs. SEA, Sat. vs. NYL, 7/22 vs. CON</li>
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After a 3-1 road trip, the Fever will close out their pre-All-Star schedule with a four-game homestand, beginning Wednesday against red-hot Golden State. Who else has been red hot? Indiana’s Kelsey Mitchell — one of three Fever players who will start in next weekend’s All-Star Game. Over the past five games — a stretch where Indy went 4-1 with two wins against Vegas — Mitchell has averaged 27.6 points on 49.4% FG, 47.4% 3P, 94.4% FT shooting splits.
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<h2>6. Atlanta Dream (13-10) ⬇️</h2>
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<li style="font-weight: 400">Last Week: 5</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400">Schedule Until All-Star Break: Mon. vs. LAS, Fri. at TOR, Sun. vs. CHI</li>
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Following their promising 12-4 start to the season, the Dream have now dropped six of their last seven games, falling to 13-10. Can they use their final three games before the All-Star break to build some momentum before sending their trio of All-Stars — Allisha Gray, Rhyne Howard, and Angel Reese — to Chicago for next weekend’s festivities?
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<h2>7. New York Liberty (13-11) ⬇️</h2>
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<li style="font-weight: 400">Last Week: 4</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400">Schedule Until All-Star Break: Thu. at DAL, Sat. at IND, 7/22 vs. CHI</li>
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Since defeating the Aces on June 30 to become the first team ever to win the WNBA Commissioner’s Cup more than once, the Liberty have gone just 1-3. When it comes to collecting basketball trophies, New York holds the most recent NBA Cup, the Larry O’Brien Trophy as NBA champs, and the most recent WNBA Commissioner’s Cup. The first step in keeping that streak going is to get the regular season back on track.
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<h2>8. Washington Mystics (11-10) ↔️</h2>
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<li style="font-weight: 400">Last Week: 8</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400">Schedule Until All-Star Break: Tue. at TOR, Thu. vs. POR, Sat. at GSV, 7/20 at GSV, 7/22 vs. LVA</li>
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The Mystics have tiptoed both sides of .500 all season long, including hitting the mark eight times already: 1-1, 2-2, 3-3, 4-4, 7-7, 8-8, 9-9, and 10-10. While their record is nearly always on balance, the Mystics are imbalanced on both ends of the court. Washington ranks third in defensive efficiency (allowing just 102.8 points per 100 possessions), but is tied for last in offensive efficiency (scoring just 98.8 points per 100 possessions). After tying the second-highest scoring game of the season on June 28 (124 points vs. Portland), the Mystics had the lowest-scoring game of the season just eight days later (49 points vs. Golden State). Can the Mystics find consistency on offense down the stretch?
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<h2>9. Los Angeles Sparks (10-11) ⬆️</h2>
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<li style="font-weight: 400">Last Week: 10</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400">Schedule Until All-Star Break: Mon. at ATL, Wed. at MIN, Fri. at CHI, Sun. at DAL, 7/22 vs. PHX</li>
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Following a three-game slide after Kelsey Plum was ruled out for at least a month with a lower leg injury, the Sparks won consecutive games over Indiana and Chicago to close out last week. Nneka Ogwumike led the team in scoring in both games, with 24 and 25 points, respectively. Keep an eye on Ogwumike’s point totals moving forward. The Sparks are 7-1 when she scores at least 20 points this season. They are just 2-10 when she’s held under 20.
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<h2>10. Toronto Tempo (10-13) ⬇️</h2>
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<li style="font-weight: 400">Last Week: 9</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400">Schedule Until All-Star Break: Tue. vs. WAS, Fri. vs. ATL, 7/20 vs. LVA</li>
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Sunday&#8217;s win over New York snapped both a four-game skid and a dismal 2-8 run in their previous 10 games for the Tempo. Marina Mabrey became the franchise’s first All-Star when she was named one of the 12 reserves by the league’s coaches. It makes sense since Mabrey’s scoring has given opposing coaches nightmares in recent weeks. Over her last 10 games, Mabrey has averaged 26.1 points per game on 48.6% shooting overall and 47.2% from 3-point range on 8.9 attempts per game. 
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<h2>11. Portland Fire (10-13) ⬆️</h2>
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<li style="font-weight: 400">Last Week: 13</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400">Schedule Until All-Star Break: Tue. at CON, Thu. at WAS, Sat. at MIN, 7/22 vs. DAL</li>
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After dropping a heartbreaker in their four-overtime marathon matchup against the Mystics on June 28, the Fire bounced back by winning two of their three games this past week, earning victories at Seattle and Atlanta to double their road win total on the season (now 4-7). Portland faces three more road games this week before closing out its pre-All-Star schedule with a home game against Dallas. That includes a rematch with the Mystics in Washington on Thursday. Can these two teams deliver another instant classic?
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<h2>12. Phoenix Mercury (8-16) ⬇️</h2>
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<li style="font-weight: 400">Last Week: 11</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400">Schedule Until All-Star Break: Mon at MIN, Fri. vs. CON, Sun. vs. CON, 7/22 at LAS</li>
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The promise of Phoenix’s stretch of four wins in five games was dashed by a three-game skid last week, culminating in a blowout loss against the Aces (106-58) on the road. The Mercury will look to get back on track over their final four games before the All-Star break. That run begins Monday with a Semifinals rematch against the Lynx in Minnesota. The Lynx won the first two matchups this season; can the Mercury avoid a series sweep?
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<h2>13. Connecticut Sun (5-18) ⬆️</h2>
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<li style="font-weight: 400">Last Week: 15</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400">Schedule Until All-Star Break: Tue. vs. POR, Fri. at PHX, Sun. at PHX, 7/22 at IND</li>
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While the Sun went just 1-3 since our last rankings, their split in a home-and-home set with league-leading Minnesota stood out. The Sun eked out a 90-89 road win on Monday behind a season-high 29 points from Brittney Griner to prevent Cheryl Reeve from breaking former Sun coach Mike Thibault’s all-time coaching wins record. However, two days later, Reeve topped Thibault’s mark despite a strong effort from the shorthanded Sun, who were without Griner and Aneesah Morrow, and lost Saniya Rivers after just nine minutes.
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<h2>14. Seattle Storm (6-19) ↔️</h2>
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<li style="font-weight: 400">Last Week: 14</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400">Schedule Until All-Star Break: Wed. at CHI, Fri. at IND, 7/20 vs. MIN, 7/22 vs. MIN</li>
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Before sending sophomore center Dominique Malonga to Chicago for her first WNBA All-Star Game next week — she was voted in as a reserve by the league’s coaches — the Storm will look to end a run of four losses in their last five games this week. Seattle visits Chicago and Indiana before returning home to host two games against the Lynx before the break. 
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<h2>15. Chicago Sky (7-16) ⬇️</h2>
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<li style="font-weight: 400">Last Week: 12</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400">Schedule Until All-Star Break: Wed. vs. SEA, Fri. vs. LAS, Sun. at ATL, 7/22 at NYL</li>
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In the offseason, the Sky overhauled their roster, making acquisitions including Skylar Diggins, DiJonai Carrington, Azurá Stevens, Rickea Jackson, and Jacy Sheldon. Diggins (missed the last three games with a knee injury) joins Carrington (who has yet to play this season due to a foot injury) and Jackson (lost to a torn ACL after only four games) on the sidelines. As the missed games have added up, so have the losses, with Chicago dropping four of its last five games.

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2026 WNBA Power Rankings: Week 8

Betting + Odds

The 2026 WNBA season is a little over halfway done, but there are already clear leaders in every major award race. In fact, all six award markets have a minus-odds favorite at the BetMGM <a href="https://sports.betmgm.com/en/sports">online sportsbook</a>.
Las Vegas Aces forward A’ja Wilson is actually a minus-odds favorite in two different markets, as she looks to continue adding to her trophy case. Wilson is a -325 favorite to win a fifth MVP trophy, giving her an implied probability of 76.47%. She’s also -145 (59.18%) to claim a fourth Defensive Player of the Year award.
Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers has been Wilson’s primary challenger in the MVP race, trading at +700 to win the award in her second season. Atlanta Dream’s Rhyne Howard and Golden State Valkyries’ Gabby Williams are +650 and +900, respectively, in the latest DPOY odds.
Wilson is in a strong position for both races at this point in the season. She’s averaging 25.7 points, 9.4 rebounds, 2.9 assists, two blocks, and 1.6 steals per game.
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Despite Wilson’s dominance, she’s not the biggest favorite in the awards market. That title belongs to Minnesota Lynx guard Olivia Miles, who is -5000 in the updated <a href="https://sports.betmgm.com/en/blog/wnba/wnba-rookie-of-the-year-odds-prediction-bm23/">WNBA Rookie of the Year odds</a> race. That gives her an implied probability of 98.04%.
At BetMGM, bettors have been all over Miles in this market. She’s received 83.4% of the handle and 42.3% of the bets. She’s certainly delivered in her debut season, averaging 18.5 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 5.7 assists per contest.
Minnesota is leading another race, too, with Cheryl Reeve trading as a -155 favorite in the Coach of the Year market. Reeve’s Lynx have the league’s best record despite being without Napheesa Collier and having replaced multiple rotation players from last year’s team.
Former Lynx forward Jessica Shepard has made the most of her new role with the Wings. She’s -210 to win Most Improved Player, translating to an implied probability of 67.74%. Shepard has filled up the stat sheet in Dallas, averaging 14.6 points, 11.5 rebounds, and 5.3 assists per outing. Shepard has notched three triple-doubles this season.
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Lastly, Golden State Valkyries forward Janelle Salaün has established herself as the early favorite in the Sixth Player of the Year race. Salaün’s -275 price tag suggests an implied probability of 73.33%.
Salaün has been a reliable reserve in her second season, averaging 12.9 points and four rebounds per game.
BetMGM continues to update odds for all major award races throughout the year. It will be interesting to see if any races take a turn during the back half of the regular season.
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WNBA Award Races Feature Clear Leaders Based on Betting Odds

We&#8217;re roughly halfway through the WNBA&#8217;s 30th season, and the competition is as hot as ever. While the Lynx and Aces remain atop the standings with 16 wins, the Golden State Valkyries are right on their heels with the same number of wins and just one more loss. The Dream just snapped a five-game losing streak, while the Fever&#8217;s offense has been on fire.
Let’s go over the <a href="https://sportsbook.draftkings.com/leagues/basketball/wnba?category=game-lines&amp;subcategory=game">WNBA odds</a> for Friday and Saturday’s games and I’ll provide my best bets on DraftKings Sportsbook.
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<h2>Friday, July 10</h2>
Golden State Valkyries vs. Connecticut Sun (7:30 p.m. ET) — GSV -5.5, O/U 154.5
Dallas Wings vs. Toronto Tempo (7:30 p.m. ET) — DAL -7.5, O/U 178.5
Chicago Sky vs. Los Angeles Sparks (10:00 p.m.) — LAS -1.5, O/U 176.5
Best Bets
<a href="https://sportsbook.draftkings.com/event/gs-valkyries-%2540-con-sun/34368746">GS Valkyries -5.5</a>
Golden State is on an absolute heater. After defeating the Tempo 83-75 on Wednesday, the Valkyries extended their winning streak to six games and continue to establish themselves as one of the league&#8217;s best defensive teams. They rank second in defensive rating (101.0) and first in opponent points per game (76.7). Gabby Williams has been a talented two-way force, averaging 15.0 PPG while adding 1.6 steals per game, while Veronica Burton continues to run the offense as the floor general, providing points, assists, and forcing turnovers.
The Sun have won three of their last five games, including an impressive victory over the championship-favorite Lynx, but they simply don&#8217;t have enough scoring firepower to consistently break through the Valkyries&#8217; suffocating defense.
<a href="https://sportsbook.draftkings.com/leagues/basketball/wnba?category=games&amp;subcategory=player-props&amp;nav_1=points">Azzi Fudd 15+ Points (+107)</a>
Fudd hasn&#8217;t been the most consistent this season, but for a rookie, she&#8217;s shown flashes of offensive talent that should only improve with experience. Averaging 13.2 PPG, Fudd ranks among the top rookie scorers while shooting 47.1% from the field. She&#8217;s hit 15+ points in two of her last five games and now faces a Tempo team with plenty of offensive weapons but a defense that continues to struggle. Toronto allows the third-most points per game (91.3) and opponents are shooting 46.5% from the field against it (13th). 15+ points isn&#8217;t guaranteed, but I like the value and the offensive upside Fudd has shown.
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<h2>Saturday, July 11</h2>
New York Liberty vs. Minnesota Lynx (1:00 p.m. ET) — MIN -1.5, O/U 172.5
Portland Fire vs. Atlanta Dream (4:00 p.m. ET) — ATL -11.5, O/U 172.5
Phoenix Mercury vs. Las Vegas Aces (6:00 p.m. ET) — LV -10.5, O/U 173.5
Best Bets
<a href="https://sportsbook.draftkings.com/event/ny-liberty-%2540-min-lynx/34372412?category=all-odds&amp;subcategory=popular">NY vs. MIN Under 172.5 (-110)</a>
New York has plenty of offensive talent with Breanna Stewart, Jonquel Jones, and Sabrina Ionescu leading the way, but the Liberty haven&#8217;t exactly been lighting up the scoreboard, averaging 87.8 points per game (7th). Now they face a Lynx team that is holding opponents to just 80.7 points per game, the best mark in the league.
Minnesota should also be without its leading scorer and rookie star Olivia Miles, leaving a significant chunk of offense on the bench. According to the DraftKings Sportsbook Stats Hub, seven of the Lynx&#8217;s last eight home games following a road win have gone under the total. It&#8217;s a niche stat, sure, but with one elite defense, a shorthanded Minnesota offense, and neither team playing at a blistering pace lately, I&#8217;m leaning toward the under.
<a href="https://sportsbook.draftkings.com/event/por-fire-%2540-atl-dream/34372413">Rhyne Howard 19+ Points (-123)</a>
Howard has been a consistent offensive anchor alongside Allisha Gray this season, despite the Dream&#8217;s recent struggles. After a five-game losing streak, Atlanta bounced back with a win over the Storm, with Howard finishing with 19 points and four rebounds. Shooting 42.9% from the field, the 26-year-old also knocked down four threes, extending her streak of 4+ made threes to four straight games. Plus, Howard has scored 19+ points in each of those contests. If she continues her high volume from beyond the arc, her ability to score at all three levels should carry her over 19 points tonight.
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WNBA Best Bets, Predictions for July 10-11 on DraftKings Sportsbook

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– Fan Festival to Be Held at Chicago’s McCormick Place as Part of AT&amp;T WNBA All-Star 2026–
NEW YORK, July 9, 2026 – WNBA Live presented by AWS returns to AT&amp;T WNBA All-Star for its fifth year, taking place Thursday, July 23rd (5 p.m. – 9 p.m. CT), Friday, July 24th (10 a.m. – 7 p.m. CT­­­­), and Saturday, July 25th (10 a.m. – 7 p.m. CT) at Chicago’s McCormick Place. Following record fan demand and engagement, the fan festival is expanding to a three-day celebration that will include various events celebrating the WNBA’s intersection with sports, culture, music, technology, and history. With 34 WNBA partners and licensees participating in the showcase, fans can enjoy a variety of activations all weekend long. WNBA Live presented by AWS and the AT&amp;T WNBA All-Star Game will bring players and fans together for an unforgettable weekend in Chicago – home of the WNBA’s Chicago Sky.
AT&amp;T WNBA All-Star Weekend includes the State Farm WNBA 3-Point Contest and the Kia WNBA Shooting Stars at Wintrust Arena on Friday, July 24th (7 p.m. CT) on ESPN, as well as the 2026 AT&amp;T WNBA All-Star Game at the United Center on Saturday, July 25th (7:30 p.m. CT) on ABC.
As the WNBA celebrates its landmark 30th season and continues to experience historic levels of engagement, WNBA Live presented by AWS offers unique and immersive fan experiences – from opportunities to meet their favorite players and legends and attend engaging panel discussions to access to exclusive merchandise, basketball contests, and more.
The WNBA Events App is the official, on-the-ground guide to AT&amp;T WNBA All‑Star Weekend, serving as the central location for information and tickets. The App features a WNBA Live presented by AWS interactive map, the most up-to-date schedule, and the ability to set reminders for player appearances and panels. Built to keep fans informed and moving seamlessly, it’s the easiest way to stay connected all weekend. The WNBA Events App is available for download in the <a href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wnba-events-app/id6503151380">Apple</a> and <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.leap.wnbaevents&amp;hl=en_US">Google</a> app stores.
The following contains details on activations surrounding WNBA Live presented by AWS:
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Partner Activations Taking Place During WNBA Live presented by AWS:
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Ally Financial: In its second season as the Official Banking Partner of the WNBA and a WNBA Changemaker, Ally returns with a revamped Ally Bank Savings Bucket Challenge, an interactive, arcade-style basketball experience where fans can shoot at hoops of varying heights to earn points on a commemorative gameplay debit card, redeemable for exclusive merch, including a custom Playa Society collaboration, and All-Star jerseys. Ally-sponsored WNBA players will make appearances throughout the weekend, and Ally customers will receive access to exclusive experiences and upgrades.
American Express: As the long-time Official Payments Partner of the WNBA, American Express will offer Amex® Card Members exciting perks All-Star weekend, including access to a fast lane for expedited entry to WNBA Live presented by AWS, while all fans can participate in an interactive basketball shooting challenge at the Amex Fan Experience. Amex Card Members will also have access to a dedicated Card Member entrance at the United Center for Saturday’s AT&amp;T WNBA All-Star Game.
2026 Women’s Basketball Without Borders All-Star Camp: The 2026 Women’s Basketball Without Borders All-Star Camp returns to WNBA Live presented by AWS to host a Skills Challenge and 3-Point Contest. Hosted by the NBA and FIBA, the BWB x WNBA Live Skills Challenge will feature two players from each region – Africa, Americas, Asia, and Europe – for a total of four teams and eight participants. The 3-Point Contest Finals will feature the top four 3-point shooting athletes from camp earlier in the afternoon.
Bumble: Bumble, the WNBA’s Official Dating App Partner, returns to the Orange Carpet at WNBA Live presented by AWS. Throughout the weekend, fans will have the opportunity to take photos on the Orange Carpet while celebrating the moments that bring people together through a shared love of the game.
Capella University: As the Official Higher Learning Partner of the WNBA and Presenting Partner of WNBA Overtime, Capella invites fans to step onto the Capella Court of Possibility, an interactive, arcade-style experience inspired by the intensity of game overtime. Fans can test their WNBA knowledge and skills at the Overtime Shootout, a fast-paced trivia-meets-basketball challenge where players sink shots tied to correct answers. The experience challenges fans to rethink limits and celebrate what&#8217;s possible when you bet on yourself &#8211; asking every fan the same question: What Can&#8217;t You Do?
Coach: Coach returns to WNBA Live presented by AWS to celebrate the intersection of sport, style, and self-expression. Fans can explore an immersive retail experience featuring customizations, and iconic Coach designs, including the beloved Tabby bag. Fans will also get an exclusive preview of the brand&#8217;s growing partnership with the WNBA, including an exciting new collaboration coming soon.
Deloitte: Unstoppable Women’s Sports Business Summit: Deloitte, a WNBA Changemaker, is the presenting sponsor of the second annual Unstoppable Women’s Sports Business Summit. Unstoppable is a highly curated, invite-only event, which brings together women’s sports executives and league partners to create actionable items for the industry to accomplish. Through high-profile speakers and customized content, it aims to foster a community to build the future of women’s sports. This year, executives attending the Summit will gather around a singular theme: Investment in Women’s Sports – at scale.
DoorDash: DoorDash is keeping fans in the bag at AT&amp;T WNBA All-Star with a customizable travel kit featuring team logos and Chicago-inspired patches, plus travel essentials to stock them with. WNBA player appearances will take place throughout the weekend.
DSG: DICK’S Sporting Goods will host an immersive, culture-forward space where fans can connect with WNBA stars, check out athlete-inspired premium gear from top brands, and participate in moments for a chance to win exciting giveaways. Fans will also be able to trial the latest Nike and Jordan footwear to recreate iconic player shots and receive a custom, digital takeaway.
ESPN: ESPN will give fans the opportunity to step behind ESPN&#8217;s iconic SportsCenter desk, shop exclusive merchandise, customize apparel, and step inside 30 years of WNBA storytelling.
Google Pixel: Google Pixel presents Hoop Dreams, an immersive experience featuring basketball-inspired photo opportunities and a technology-driven fan activation celebrating the future of the game.
ION: ION will bring its Friday Night excitement to WNBA Live presented by AWS, giving fans a chance to test their vertical, create shareable content, and follow ION on social media for giveaways and other exciting prizes.
Jr. WNBA: The Jr. WNBA, the WNBA’s global home for girls, will host a variety of on-court events and off-court programming at WNBA Live presented by AWS, engaging girls in partnership with Tampax. On Friday, July 24 at 10:00 AM, the Jr. WNBA and Tampax will host an hour-long basketball clinic for girls ages 9 and up of all skill levels. On Saturday, July 25 at 11:00 AM, the Jr. WNBA and Tampax will host a panel discussion focused on the values girls gain from playing sports and the challenges girls and women may face in sports and life for girls ages 11-17.
Kia: As a Proud Partner of the WNBA, Kia will bring its Night Market experience to AT&amp;T WNBA All-Star, featuring arcade games, photo opportunities, WNBA talent appearances, and exclusive Kia swag.
KultureCity: KultureCity is helping make WNBA Live presented by AWS more sensory-accessible and inclusive. Trained volunteers and a mobile sensory room will be available for families and individuals with sensory needs and non-visible disabilities.
La Crema: La Crema is bringing wine and basketball fans together for an elevated, high-energy experience. Guests can visit La Crema’s activation at WNBA Live presented by AWS to enjoy fan-favorite wines, including the new, limited edition WNBA White Blend, alongside player appearances, fun food pairings, and more.
Lifetime: As the Official Licensed Basketball Hoop of the WNBA, Lifetime will showcase its new line of WNBA team-branded basketball systems and provide fans with opportunities to test their skills on official WNBA hoops.
Mielle: Mielle will host a panel discussion highlighting the routines, rituals, and real-life moments that fuel peak performance. This panel explores how preparation, confidence, and will showcase how the brand’s Rosemary Mint Collection empower athletes and active women to never miss your moment.
Nike: Nike at WNBA Live presented by AWS is the ultimate expression of the game’s past, present, and future. Honoring the 30 years of our partnership and celebrating the next era together, Nike Basketball is focused on creating impact and driving forward the future of hoops from grassroots to greatness.
Outerstuff: At WNBA Live presented by AWS, Outerstuff will host an official retail space for fans to gear up with a wide selection of products for youth and little ones.
Procter &amp; Gamble (P&amp;G): As an Official Partner of the WNBA, P&amp;G will debut the P&amp;G Sports Lab, an interactive experience showcasing products from Downy, Olay, Secret, Tampax, Tide and Venus. Fans can receive product samples and a commemorative tote bag while supplies last, with a special appearance by Indiana Fever guard Kelsey Mitchell.
Panini: As the exclusive Trading Card Partner of the WNBA, Panini’s activation will offer fans custom Panini WNBA digital trading cards, exclusive trading card packs, and surprise player meet-and-greets. Autographed memorabilia from Panini’s collection will also be on display for fans to see.
Playa Society: Playa Society will host its “2026 Playa Society WNBA ASW Family Reunion,” a retail experience that celebrates community, creativity, and culture. Fans will be able to shop new merch drops, pose with Playa Society’s iconic sketches, customize their own merch, and meet WNBA players throughout the weekend.
Pop-A-Shot: Pop-A-Shot, the creator of the arcade basketball game, will debut the Pop-A-Mobile, an all-new rolling arcade. Outfitted with six Pop-A-Shot Elite games (the same models used for the Pop-A-Shot National Championship), the Pop-A-Mobile will offer competitive fun on wheels.
Pro Standard: Pro Standard returns to WNBA Live presented by AWS, with merchandise customization, player appearances, and photo opportunities celebrating the intersection of basketball and fashion.
Rank &amp; Rally: Rank &amp; Rally serves as the Official Event Retail Operator for WNBA Live presented by AWS. The pop-up store will feature a variety of official All-Star merchandise anchored by Nike jerseys and complemented by top WNBA licensees including New Era, Mitchell &amp; Ness, Sportiqe, Round21, Playa Society, and Wilson.
Round21: Round21 will feature artist-designed products, customization, creative experiences, and limited-edition releases celebrating the intersection of basketball, art and culture.
Skechers: Skechers Basketball, an Official Partner of the WNBA, is putting its commitment to women&#8217;s basketball and creating opportunities for the next generation of athletes into action – bringing the energy of the game to life at WNBA Live presented by AWS. At the center of it all is a free basketball clinic for girls from the Chicago Sky Academy led by the performance brand&#8217;s legendary athletes. A star-studded lineup could include 3x WNBA champion Jackie Young, FIBA 3&#215;3 World Cup Gold Medalist Rickea Jackson and WNBA All-Star Kiki Iriafen, bringing their talent and inspiration to this incredible up-close experience for young fans. Just outside the clinic, the Skechers Basketball sidewalk pop-up will feature larger-than-life images of its WNBA icons, where product experts will share more about the brand&#8217;s growing presence in the game.
SLAM: SLAM will celebrate the WNBA&#8217;s 30th season through a fan experience highlighting the league&#8217;s history, culture and future with storytelling, merchandise and interactive displays.
State Farm: Building on more than a decade of supporting women’s basketball and in addition to being the entitlement partner of the State Farm WNBA 3-Point Contest, State Farm will host the State Farm Celebrity 3-Point Contest at WNBA Live presented by AWS. Fans can also get in on the action by stepping onto a state-of-the-art LED court for &#8220;The Game Is Yours&#8221; 3-Point Challenge to compete for exclusive State Farm x Playa Society merchandise.
State Street: As the Presenting Partner of the Year 1 content series, State Street Investment Management SPY will host a special panel featuring WNBA rookies moderated by WNBA Legend Lisa Leslie on Saturday, July 25, from 2:30–3:30 p.m. CT on the main stage at WNBA Live presented by AWS. The panel serves as a live extension of the Year 1 presented by State Street Investment Management SPY content series.
Tissot: Tissot, the Official Timekeeper of the WNBA, will host the Summer Hoops Club at WNBA Live presented by AWS, featuring basketball challenges, product displays, and giveaways throughout the weekend.
Xfinity: Xfinity, the Official TV Service Provider of the WNBA, will bring the Xfinity Courtside Collective to WNBA Live presented by AWS with exclusive merchandise, member benefits, customization opportunities, photo moments, and player appearances.
WNBA ID: WNBA ID will enhance the fan experience at WNBA Live presented by AWS with a dedicated WNBA ID Member Fast Lane, giving members priority entry into the event and more time to explore the weekend’s programming. Once inside, WNBA ID members can pick up an exclusive gift designed to celebrate the league’s biggest weekend. WNBA ID serves as the league’s fan account program, providing seamless sign‑in across WNBA digital platforms, personalized content, and special benefits during key moments of the season. New users can sign up for a WNBA ID at <a href="http://wnba.com/ID">WNBA.com/ID</a> or on the WNBA App – it’s fast and free.

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NEW YORK — Cheryl Reeve knows how to win better than anybody in the WNBA.
She proved as much Wednesday night, when the Minnesota Lynx beat the Connecticut Sun on the road, 86-80, making her the winningest coach in WNBA history. Reeve, who already owns the WNBA’s playoff wins record, tied Mike Thibault (379-289) for the WNBA’s record for most regular-season wins with the Lynx’s win over the Dallas Wings on June 28.
Her 380th victory isolates her atop the mountain.
“I’m so glad this is over,” Reeve said on the postgame broadcast.
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“I learned a lot from Mike through the years,” she added. “Tremendous coach. So much respect that we’ve had for each other through the years. I know he’s happy for me. And somebody’s going to pass me and I’ll be happy for them, too.”
This season’s 16-6 record especially validates her coaching prowess.
Reeve, a four-time WNBA champion, has missed the playoffs only twice in her 17-year tenure as the Lynx coach — her first season in 2010 and in 2022. Still, Minnesota was expected to have a down year entering 2026.
The Lynx, after all, lost two key contributors in Alanna Smith, 2025 Co-Defensive Player of the Year, and forward Jessica Shepard, both of whom signed with the Dallas Wings as unrestricted free agents. Reeve took a swing at 11-time All-Star and 2016 WNBA MVP Nneka Ogwumike and struck out. And although she re-signed her second- and third-leading scorers in Courtney Williams and Kayla McBride, respectively, legitimate questions lingered about what the Lynx would look like without MVP runner-up Napheesa Collier, who has been sidelined since undergoing offseason surgery on both ankles.
Yet where many saw question marks, Reeve had answers.
She brought back Natasha Howard, the 2019 Defensive Player of the Year, and signed 10-year WNBA journeywoman Nia Coffey, inking both of them to two-year deals. Reeve’s biggest coup, however, was her 2024 draft-day trade with the Chicago Sky, which translated to the No. 2 pick in the 2026 draft, which she used to select <a title="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7334730/2026/06/04/olivia-miles-rookie-3-point-record-lynx-valkyries/" href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7334730/2026/06/04/olivia-miles-rookie-3-point-record-lynx-valkyries/" data-index="0" data-outlook-id="5a0ead77-b9f5-499c-bf33-8dabd4c0cdfb">Olivia Miles</a>.
McBride led the way on Wednesday with a game-high 23 points. Williams and Howard added 12 apiece and Dorka Juhász added 12 off the bench in her second game back for the Lynx after suffering a right foot injury in April.
Roughly halfway through the season, the Lynx are No. 1 in the league standings with the best net rating (11.8) — even without their MVP-caliber franchise player.
On June 27, Reeve was inducted into the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame.
“She is just brilliant in what she does,” Miles, who was sidelined for her second consecutive game with a right calf injury, said of Reeve on Friday. “She understands how to use players to their strengths. You see (Howard) playing out of her mind. Everyone thought she was done. She’s playing some of her best basketball of her career. It’s things like that that Cheryl sees in players and allows people to raise to their full potential.”
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The four-time Coach of the Year was hired by the Lynx in 2010 after eight seasons as a WNBA assistant, including the Detroit Shock’s final four seasons (2006-2009) when they made three WNBA Finals appearances and won two titles.
In 2017, she added the role of general manager to her plate, and in 2022, she was promoted to president of Lynx basketball operations. She is the last remaining dual coach and general manager in the WNBA, making her accomplishments all the more staggering.
Between 2011 and 2017, she solidified the Lynx as a WNBA dynasty, winning four titles and making six finals appearances over that span. Rebekkah Brunson and Lindsay Whalen, two standouts in the Lynx championship quartet, now share the sideline with Reeve as assistants.
Brunson, who joined Reeve’s staff in 2020 after officially retiring that February, has been part of all but 18 of Reeve’s wins. Whalen accounts for 247 of Reeve’s regular-season wins after retiring in 2018 and joining Minnesota’s coaching staff in 2025. Eric Thibault was another addition to Reeve’s staff last year.
Thibault drafted Whalen to the Connecticut Sun with the fourth overall pick in the 2004 draft. She played six seasons for Thibault before being traded to the Lynx in 2010. He spent 10 seasons as an assistant coach on his father Mike Thibault’s staff in Washington.
“Lindsay’s responsible for a whole bunch of my wins and my son’s been part of a bunch of them, too,” Mike Thibault said. “I’ve been giving him crap about helping her break my record.”
The elder Thibault spent 13 of his 20 seasons competing for wins against Reeve.
Early in Reeve’s tenure as a head coach, the pair started a preseason tradition of conducting a joint practice for one day before their teams played each other in an exhibition game. In 2024, they won an Olympic gold medal together at the Paris Summer Games, Reeve as the head coach and Thibault as an assistant.
In his final season before retiring in the fall of 2022, he got his 273rd career win in what would be his last meeting against Reeve and the Lynx.
“If anybody was going to break it, I’m happy it’s her,” Thibault told The Athletic. “I think it will sit for a long time, too, because we have a lot of young coaches in the league with a long way to go.”
<a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/author/annie-costabile/">Annie Costabile</a> is a Senior Writer for The Athletic covering the WNBA and women&#8217;s basketball at large. Before joining The Athletic, she worked as a women&#8217;s sports reporter for Front Office Sports and, prior to that, was a sports reporter at the Chicago Sun-Times for seven years, where she covered the Chicago Sky and women&#8217;s sports. Annie also served as the high school preps and recruiting editor at The Clarion-Ledger. She is a graduate of the University of Iowa, based in Brooklyn.

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Lynx Coach Cheryl Reeve Sets WNBA Regular-Season Wins Record

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&#8211;Partnership Elevates the Spirit of Progress and Perseverance on and off the Court&#8211;
NEW YORK AND MINNESOTA, July 9, 2026  — Capella University and the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) today announced a multi-year partnership, making Capella the Official Higher Learning Partner of the WNBA.
Capella will also serve as the Presenting Partner of WNBA overtime across league channels, celebrating the extra periods played when games extend beyond regulation and the determination, resolve and commitment they demand.
The partnership reflects a natural alignment between the WNBA and Capella University through a shared understanding that extra effort, focus and commitment help turn aspirations into accomplishments.
“The WNBA represents the relentlessness of those who persevere and overcome to achieve their goals,” said Constance St. Germain, President of Capella University. “Our working adult students embody those same qualities, making this partnership a natural extension of both organizations’ winning attitudes.”
“Capella University understands what it takes to pursue ambitious goals and stay committed to them,” said Colie Edison, Chief Growth Officer of the WNBA. “This partnership is rooted in a shared belief in growth, perseverance and continued progress. Together, we&#8217;re celebrating the idea that meaningful achievements are earned one step at a time.”
About Capella University
Capella University (<a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.capella.edu&amp;esheet=54238847&amp;newsitemid=20250416452599&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=www.capella.edu&amp;index=1&amp;md5=19f7f5a686a22059f2c87637d07fa361">www.capella.edu</a>) is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Founded in 1993, the University is dedicated to providing flexible, professionally aligned online degree programs designed to help working adults advance in their careers. Known for its commitment to learner success, academic quality and innovations in online education, Capella pioneered competency-based direct assessment programs, allowing students to learn at their own pace. For more information, call 1.888.CAPELLA (888.227.3552).
About the WNBA 
Currently in its historic 30th season in 2026, the WNBA continues to be one of the fastest-growing brands in sports, fueled by record-breaking momentum and unprecedented growth. Having reached a new transformational Collective Bargaining Agreement in March 2026, the league enters a bold new chapter focused on elevating the player experience, increased investment, and growing women’s basketball globally. The WNBA’s dedication to societal impact is supported by the WNBA Changemakers Collective (Ally, AT&amp;T, AWS, CarMax, Deloitte, Google, and Nike), a first-of-its-kind group of purpose-driven companies working to empower players and the league, increase visibility, and drive business transformation.
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Capella University Named the Official Higher Learning Partner of the WNBA

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