Plum’s honesty struck a chord with fans, many of whom praised her willingness to own her past while refusing to let it define her future. In an era where athletes are increasingly expected to share only polished, curated versions of their lives, her unfiltered vulnerability stood out like a beacon. And perhaps that is exactly why her move to Los Angeles feels like more than just a trade — it feels like a rebirth. Since ... Read more
As the Sparks name Lynne Roberts their new head coach, she moves as if this golden opportunity was made for her all along.
1 of 27 General manager Raegan Pebley, right, reacts as she announces Lynne Roberts as the new head coach of the Los Angeles Sparks during a press conference at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024. (Photo by Keith Birmingham, Orange County Register/ SCNG) Expand LOS ANGELES — Lynne Roberts and UCLA women’s basketball coach Cori Close spent this past Memorial Day weekend together, about ... Read more
Breanna Stewart stole the spotlight from the sidelines with live tweets that had her Liberty teammates buzzing through the All-Star break.BT
Breanna Stewart reacts to her teammate Sabrina Ionescu winning the WNBA Three-Point Contest. / ESPNW/Screengrab Breanna Stewart sat front and center to watch her New York Liberty teammates shine in the WNBA All-Star Skills Challenge and Three-Point Contest. The night started with Liberty's Natasha Cloud taking home the Skills Challenge crown. Stewart was there in the front row of Gainbridge Fieldhouse to cheer her ... Read more
Connecticut braces for a full-circle shock as Breanna Stewart comes back wearing the colors of the league’s rising superteam, the New York Liberty.BT
UNCASVILLE — Even though she was in casual street clothes, including a red and white ringer tee that said the words “New York,” and was wearing Puma’s version of a skateboard shoe, Breanna Stewart was being watched by everyone. And that includes the officials for the New York Liberty’s first preseason game against the Connecticut Sun on Wednesday. They knew exactly what she was up to despite not playing on the court. With ... Read more
The way A’ja Wilson dominated the 2025 NBA All-Star Weekend feels less like a moment and more like a preview of the sport’s future.BT
From hosting major events to getting her well-earned flowers (literally), Wilson’s presence at All-Star Weekend wasn’t just about basketball – it was about influence. BY Jon Powell / 2.18.2025 Simply put, A’ja Wilson took over this year’s successful NBA All-Star Weekend like she owned the place. The two-time WNBA champion, two-time MVP, and five-time All-Star was everywhere, representing the WNBA as ... Read more