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Duke freshman Cooper Flagg expected to go No. 1 overall in 2025 NBA DraftDuke freshman Cooper Flagg expected to go No. 1 overall in 2025 NBA Draft
Duke freshman Cooper Flagg expected to go No. 1 overall in 2025 NBA Draft
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The NBA Finals just wrapped, but the offseason machine never sleeps — just ask the ever-growing list of traded players who’ve swapped threads in the last few days. And that’s not the only hoopla to keep an eye on: The 79th NBA Entry Draft begins tonight at 8 p.m. ET. It’s time to capture the flag(g).
June 25, 2025
Sportico releases WNBA valuations as Golden State tops the list at $500M Sportico releases WNBA valuations as Golden State tops the list at $500M
Sportico releases WNBA valuations as Golden State tops the list at $500M
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Yesterday, Sportico published its estimated WNBA valuations, illustrating YoY valuation gains for teams across the board. One significant surprise? The financial power of the Golden State Valkyries, which tipped off its inaugural season last month and already leads the league in valuation, just ahead of the NY Liberty and Indiana Fever.
June 25, 2025
The latest headlines from the WNBAThe latest headlines from the WNBA
The latest headlines from the WNBA
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Looking for more tea? Enter: The WNBA, where a cuppa is served on the daily, from buzzy off-court headlines to spicy on-court action. Order up.
June 25, 2025
Oklahoma City Thunder win second NBA titleOklahoma City Thunder win second NBA title
Oklahoma City Thunder win second NBA title
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For the seventh straight season, there wasn’t a repeat NBA champ — and this year, the confetti fell on the Oklahoma City Thunder, who pummeled the Indiana Pacers 103–91 in last night’s Game 7, capping off a storybook postseason.
June 23, 2025
Oklahoma City Thunder closing in on championship after Game 5 winOklahoma City Thunder closing in on championship after Game 5 win
Oklahoma City Thunder closing in on championship after Game 5 win
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The Oklahoma City Thunder (up 3-2) are one win away from raising their first championship banner since 1979 (back when they were the Seattle SuperSonics). Let’s ball.
June 18, 2025
Indiana Fever will take on Minnesota Lynx in 2025 Commissioner’s Cup finalIndiana Fever will take on Minnesota Lynx in 2025 Commissioner’s Cup final
Indiana Fever will take on Minnesota Lynx in 2025 Commissioner’s Cup final
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Last night’s six-game slate was pure cinema, notably locking in the Commissioner’s Cup final before two teams go head-to-head for $500K on July 1st. Read on for who’s through, plus other buzzy headlines from around the WNBA.
June 18, 2025
Golden State Valkyries stay hot after a weekend of women’s hoopsGolden State Valkyries stay hot after a weekend of women’s hoops
Golden State Valkyries stay hot after a weekend of women’s hoops
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Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark’s return to the hardwood from injury was piping hot, but she’s not the only WNBAer serving straight fire. Let’s spill the tea with the latest edition of what’s hot and what’s not in women’s hoops. Pinkies up.
June 16, 2025
Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers clash in pivotal Game 5Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers clash in pivotal Game 5
Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers clash in pivotal Game 5
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The seven-game NBA Finals are level at two games apiece following the OKC Thunder’s 111–104 comeback win over the Indiana Pacers on Friday. Who will hoist the Larry OB? An excellent question ahead of tonight’s 8:30 p.m. ET Game 5 — and one of many we’re asking this Monday morning.
June 16, 2025
Ion bags WNBA on Friday nights as network touts benefits of appointment viewingIon bags WNBA on Friday nights as network touts benefits of appointment viewing
Ion bags WNBA on Friday nights as network touts benefits of appointment viewing
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On Friday, Scripps-owned network Ion Television renewed its media rights agreement with the WNBA nearly a year after the league inked a joint multinetwork package alongside the NBA. Despite the WNBA’s attainment of expensive, major network deals, there’s still considerable value in what Ion uniquely brings to the table: A distinct audience and capacity for appointment viewing.
June 16, 2025
Underdog Indiana Pacers take 2-1 series lead in NBA FinalsUnderdog Indiana Pacers take 2-1 series lead in NBA Finals
Underdog Indiana Pacers take 2-1 series lead in NBA Finals
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No, it’s not A Cinderella Story; it’s the Indiana Pacers — complete with their fairy godmother good luck charm, Caitlin Clark. Not only is Indy undefeated in the playoffs when the WNBA star’s in attendance, but they’re also only two wins away from their first-ever NBA title.
June 13, 2025
Historically male-dominated hoops spaces are becoming more women-forwardHistorically male-dominated hoops spaces are becoming more women-forward
Historically male-dominated hoops spaces are becoming more women-forward
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You already know that women’s basketball is booming — according to a recent report from Global Sports Properties, the WNBA saw a 322% increase in global online searches last year. However, the sport’s impact extends beyond the pro court: The male-dominated spaces long associated with hoops are becoming more women-forward…and it’s about time.
June 11, 2025
A WNBA update: What’s hot and what’s notA WNBA update: What’s hot and what’s not
A WNBA update: What’s hot and what’s not
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We’re not US Weekly, but we are about to spill the tea on what’s hot and what’s not in the WNBA. On-court action and off-court chatter? You came to the right place.
June 11, 2025
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