The Los Angeles Sparks came under fire on social media this week for a post that some users claimed sexualized one of the team’s players. The Sparks’ X page shared a post Tuesday afternoon teasing the team’s game against the Seattle Storm later that evening. The post shared a graphic of rookie guard Sarah Ashlee Barker wearing what appeared to be a crop top. “Back in front of ... Read more
Dearica Hamby’s call-up to replace Cameron Brink just reshaped Team USA’s 3×3 dynamics.BT
May 1, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; LA Sparks players Dearica Hamby (left) and Cameron Brink attend game five of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs between the LA Clippers and the Dallas Mavericks at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports Dearica Hamby of the Los Angeles Sparks has been named to the 2024 USA 3x3 women's national team, replacing the injured Cameron Brink at the 2024 ... Read more
Stephen Curry might have a plan, but Sabrina Ionescu is already inside his head before tip-off.BT
Stephen Curry and Sabrina Ionescu will be going head-to-head on February 17 as part of the NBA All-Star Weekend’s first-ever NBA vs. WNBA 3-point contest. Ionescu, who has only participated in the 3-point contest once, shattered all records last season after scoring 37 out of a maximum of 40 points, even breaking Steph’s previous high of 31. Therefore, while Steph is the NBA’s all-time three-point leader, this ... Read more
Inside the move that finally puts Breanna Stewart and the Liberty exactly where destiny always pointed.BT
“I was working out this morning with our assistant coach Olaf [Lange],” Jones told The Next while at BronxWorks community center for a basketball clinic in celebration of National Girls & Women in Sports Day. [Assistant General Manager] Ohemaa [Nyanin] was there in the bench line. And she said: ‘it’s official.’ I said ‘what?’ She said: ‘Stewie’s coming.’ I just started screaming.” Jones’ visceral reaction to ... Read more
From College Phenom to Million-Dollar Ace: The Real Numbers Behind A’ja Wilson’s Net Worth.BT
A’ja Wilson has firmly established herself as a dominant force in the WNBA. As the Las Vegas Aces set their sights on yet another championship run, Wilson headlines the team with her remarkable skills and leadership. Fans and analysts alike watch closely as she continues to make an indelible mark on women’s basketball. Renowned for her standout performances, Wilson was unanimously named the WNBA MVP, ... Read more