The Sparks’ 2018 11th Overall Draft Pick Returns to L.A. The Los Angeles Sparks announced Thursday the signing of former first-round draft pick center Maria Kliundikova (formerly Maria Vadeeva), known as “Masha,” whose rights the organization had retained. “I am very happy to be back with the Sparks,” Kliundikova said. “Everything has changed here, and there’s a new and exciting energy. This is a new challenge for me, ... Read more
How Tall, How Rich, How Dominant — The Full Breakdown of Azurá Stevens’ Life On and Off the Court.BT
Table of contentRead MoreRead Less Azura Stevens is one of the tallest players in the WNBA league currently, whose size is a key asset in defending the paint under the rim. Her defensive skills are improving year by year, though her scoring abilities fluctuate in the league. But there are expectations that her position in basketball will contribute to building up a player that can win championships for the teams. There ... Read more
After Getting a Shoutout from Her Hero, Leonie Fiebich’s Simple Request Proves Why Fans Love Her.BT
“Ever since she was little, she’s always hated awards.” Despite having such an allegation against you, you are a WNBA champion. Remember last season’s epic Game 5 against the Minnesota Lynx when nobody expected the newcomers to steal the spotlight completely? It wasn’t those big-name stars delivering clutch moments. It was rookie Leonie Fiebich and reserve big Nyara Sabally who dominated the series. Those two stepped up when ... Read more
Short Staff, Big Struggles — Liberty’s Latest Loss to the Dream Raises Serious Questions.BT
COLLEGE PARK, Ga. — Allisha Gray scored 19 points, Brionna Jones added 17 and the Atlanta Dream dominated the short-handed New York Liberty 78-62 on Saturday to set a franchise record with their 24th win of the season. The Dream started the day with a one-game lead over the Liberty for the second seed in the playoffs and never gave the defending WNBA champions a chance to pull even. Atlanta took charge early, opening a ... Read more
From Dominating Courts to Global Brands — A’ja Wilson Joins Gatorade’s Elite Roster of Icons.BT
Gatorade is adding Aces F A’ja Wilson as a brand ambassador ahead of the WNBA season as part of a multiyear deal. The brand, which has now been a WNBA league sponsor for 22 seasons, also has Fever G Caitlin Clark in its stable of WNBA ambassadors. Wilson, a two-time WNBA MVP, will make her marketing campaign debut with Gatorade later this spring. Other women in the fold with Gatorade include UConn G Paige Bueckers, ... Read more