Hamby’s move to the Sparks in 2023 was clouded with controversy. She was traded from the Aces to the Sparks after having signed a two-year contract extension only six months prior. She stated that the Aces did not follow through on promises they had made to her. Furthermore, she accused the team of bullying, manipulation, and discrimination. Hamby was pregnant with her second child at the time. Only two ... Read more
Julie Allemand Etches Her Name in WNBA History With a Flawless, Unforgettable Performance.BT
La nuit dernière, les Los Angeles Sparks a pu compter sur une Julie Allemand étincelante pour s’imposer face aux Dallas Wings (91-77). La meneuse belge a tout simplement touché à la perfection avec des statistiques inédites dans l’histoire de la WNBA. En 34 minutes, Julie Allemand a inscrit 21 points, réalisant un sans-faute au tir : 8/8, dont 3/3 à trois points et 2/2 aux lancers francs. À cette réussite exceptionnelle, ... Read more
As Her Contract Nears Its End, Breanna Stewart Makes a Powerful Statement About Staying in New York.BT
The New York Liberty’s quest to defend their first-ever WNBA championship came to a heartbreaking end Friday night, but in the disappointment of a season-ending loss, superstar Breanna Stewart delivered the three words fans desperately needed to hear. While the sting of elimination is fresh, Stewart’s clear signal about her future provides a crucial silver lining for a franchise aiming to get right back on ... Read more
Sabrina Ionescu Stole the Spotlight—and Then Cramps Stole the Moment—During Liberty’s Trophy Photoshoot.BT
Sunday was a day to remember for New York Liberty star guard Sabrina Ionescu. For one, she finally won her first WNBA title when New York defeated the Minnesota Lynx at Barclays Center, 67-62. Then there was the hilarious but painful moment she found herself in while posing for photos with the WNBA Finals trophy. While in the middle of a photoshoot, Ionescu suddenly experienced cramps in her left leg. She immediately ... Read more
A’ja Wilson Isn’t Just Dominating the WNBA—She’s Fulfilling a Dream That Took a Generation to Build.BT
The Realization of a Legacy: How the A’ja Wilson WNBA Dream Came True Almost three decades ago, a promise was made to future generations of young girls. On October 24, 1996, as the WNBA was officially announced, Olympic gold medalists spoke of a new era where female athletes could dream of playing professional basketball on home soil. Rebecca Lobo, a standout player from UConn, eloquently captured the sentiment, stating, “A ... Read more