Paige Bueckers speaks about Azzi Fudd joining the Wings after the uncomfortable WNBA press conference.
Paige Backers Celebrates Playing with Azzie Fudd After the Dallas Wings’ first practice of the new WNBA season, Paige Backers expressed that playing alongside Azzie Fudd feels like a “dream come true.” This follows a recent media moment where questions about their romantic relationship were deflected. The spotlight turned to their collaboration on the court, […]
WNBA commissioner charges reporter with asking a sexist question, but few believe it
WNBA Commissioner Faces Backlash Over Comments WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert managed to divert attention from the league’s draft night, which received prime time coverage on ESPN. However, it was her remarks during the pre-draft press conference that caught the eyes of many online. Engelbert made waves with her unexpected reply to a straightforward question posed […]
2026 WNBA Draft: Highlights and Low Points, featuring Storm, Sky, Tempo, and Valkyries
2026 WNBA Draft Picks Unveiled The leading choices for the 2026 WNBA Draft were uncertain right up until the final moments. The Dallas Wings had various options for the top pick but ultimately decided to bring together former teammates Paige Bueckers and Azzie Fudd in the backcourt. Fudd’s selection as the No. 1 pick set […]
Flau’Jae Johnson trade surprises at WNBA Draft as Valkyries GM provides unusual reasoning
On Monday night, many were taken aback when Frauge Johnson, the champion from LSU, was traded to the Seattle Storm shortly after being picked eighth by the Golden State Valkyries in the 2026 WNBA Draft. The Storm obtained Johnson’s draft rights in a deal that sent Golden State’s draft rights for Marta Suarez and a […]
WNBA Draft: Azzi Fudd receives $500K as the first pick for the Dallas Wings
WNBA Draft Highlights Azzie Fudd’s Historic Move On Monday night, Azzie Fudd had a joyful reunion with her former University Huskies teammate, Paige Bueckers, after being selected first overall by the Dallas Wings in the 2026 WNBA Draft. Fudd is set to start her professional career with a record-breaking salary. Following a new collective bargaining […]
WNBA player Brianna Turner receives criticism for her op-ed on IOC policy
WNBA Player Brianna Turner Critiques IOC Policy on Transgender Athletes WNBA player Brianna Turner recently faced criticism on social media after penning an op-ed that expressed her discontent with the International Olympic Committee’s (IOC) policy regarding men participating in women’s sports. Turner, who has joined the Las Vegas Aces after a stint in Australia, articulated […]
UCLA women’s basketball features five first-round selections and six overall picks in the WNBA draft.
UCLA Women’s Basketball Shines in WNBA Draft Cori Close watched with excitement as UCLA’s women’s basketball team made history during the WNBA draft Monday night. The coaches stood up repeatedly, celebrating their players’ achievements. It’s remarkable—UCLA has now had a pick for three straight years and a total of six selections from the college level […]
WNBA player Brianna Turner says the new IOC policy fails to safeguard women
WNBA player Brianna Turner has expressed her concerns regarding the International Olympic Committee’s (IOC) recent policy that prohibits biological males from competing in women’s sports, stating it “does nothing” to safeguard women. In an op-ed for USA Today, Turner highlighted the IOC’s lack of genuine protection for female athletes in elite sports. She argued that […]
Wings select Azzi Fudd as first pick in WNBA draft for reunion with Paige Bueckers
UConn Claims No. 1 Spot Again in WNBA Draft Once more, UConn has snagged the top pick in the WNBA Draft. Aj Fuad was selected by the Dallas Wings, a moment that brings her back together with last year’s first pick and ex-Union University standout, Paige Bueckers. Bueckers, dating Fuad and having won a national […]
Cathy Engelbert’s celebration of winning the WNBA CBA is brief.
WNBA Commissioner Reflects on New CBA and Faces Challenges During a press conference on Monday leading up to the 2026 draft, WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert took the opportunity to celebrate the recent collective bargaining agreement. She discussed how this landmark deal represents major strides for the league, including the largest pay increases ever in professional […]