<![CDATA[WNBA - The Athletic]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/wnba/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/static/img/transparent-background-dark-favicon-144x144.pngWNBA - The Athletichttps://www.nytimes.com/athletic/wnba/The Athletic Media CompanySat, 29 Jun 2024 05:13:42 GMTFri, 28 Jun 2024 14:33:54 GMT<![CDATA[Caitlin Clark needs to shoot 'a minimum of 15 shots' per game, Fever coach says after loss]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5599991/2024/06/28/caitlin-clark-shooting-fever-loss/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5599991/2024/06/28/caitlin-clark-shooting-fever-loss/Fri, 28 Jun 2024 14:33:54 GMTSEATTLE, WASHINGTON - JUNE 27: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever stands for the national anthem before the game against the Seattle Storm at Climate Pledge Arena on June 27, 2024 in Seattle, Washington. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Who should make the WNBA All-Star Game? Our experts debate]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5590727/2024/06/27/wnba-all-star-game-expert-debate/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5590727/2024/06/27/wnba-all-star-game-expert-debate/Thu, 27 Jun 2024 09:00:15 GMTSEATTLE, WASHINGTON - JUNE 11: Nneka Ogwumike #3 of the Seattle Storm shoots against Dearica Hamby #5 of the Los Angeles Sparks at Climate Pledge Arena on June 11, 2024 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)<![CDATA[ESPN's Burke Magnus on replacing JJ Redick, managing Pat McAfee and more]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5589575/2024/06/26/espn-burke-magnus-jj-redick-pat-mcafee-netflix/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5589575/2024/06/26/espn-burke-magnus-jj-redick-pat-mcafee-netflix/Wed, 26 Jun 2024 09:00:26 GMTBurke Magnus<![CDATA[Lynx win Commissioner's Cup over Liberty, establish themselves as WNBA Finals contender: 3 takeaways]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5591942/2024/06/25/commissioners-cup-lynx-liberty-score/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5591942/2024/06/25/commissioners-cup-lynx-liberty-score/Wed, 26 Jun 2024 03:21:11 GMTJun 25, 2024; Belmont Park, New York, USA; Minnesota Lynx forward Napheesa Collier (24) drives past New York Liberty forward Kayla Thornton (5) in the first quarter of the Commissioner’s Cup Championship game at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Latest Fever vs. Sky game draws 2.3 million viewers, becomes most-watched WNBA game in 23 years]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5590375/2024/06/25/fever-sky-wnba-viewers-clark-reese/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5590375/2024/06/25/fever-sky-wnba-viewers-clark-reese/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 16:48:56 GMTJun 23, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese (5) reacts after defeating the Indiana Fever at Wintrust Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Dearica Hamby named to U.S. Olympic 3x3 team, replaces injured Cameron Brink]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5587466/2024/06/24/dearica-hamby-us-olympic-3x3-team/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5587466/2024/06/24/dearica-hamby-us-olympic-3x3-team/Mon, 24 Jun 2024 18:00:04 GMTPHOENIX, AZ - JUNE 2: Dearica Hamby #5 of the Los Angeles Sparks shoots a free throw during the game against the Phoenix Mercury during a 2024 Commissioner&#039;s Cup game on June 2, 2024 at Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Kate Frese/NBAE via Getty Images)<![CDATA[WNBA power rankings: Chelsea Gray's return propels defending champion Aces]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5186138/2024/06/24/wnba-power-rankings-chelsea-gray-return/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5186138/2024/06/24/wnba-power-rankings-chelsea-gray-return/Mon, 24 Jun 2024 09:00:02 GMTLAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JUNE 19: Kelsey Plum #10 and Chelsea Gray #12 of the Las Vegas Aces celebrate after Plum assisted on a 3-pointer by teammate Kiah Stokes #41 against the Seattle Storm in the second quarter of their game at Michelob ULTRA Arena on June 19, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Aces defeated the Storm 94-83. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Angel Reese walks the walk in Sky's rivalry win over Caitlin Clark, Fever]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5585671/2024/06/23/angel-reese-sky-caitlin-clark-greenberg/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5585671/2024/06/23/angel-reese-sky-caitlin-clark-greenberg/Mon, 24 Jun 2024 01:30:55 GMTCHICAGO, ILLINOIS - JUNE 23: Angel Reese #5 of the Chicago Sky reacts after scoring in the first half against the Indiana Fever at Wintrust Arena on June 23, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Quinn Harris/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Angel Reese dominates as Sky surge back to top Fever, Caitlin Clark: 'I'm a dog']]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5585512/2024/06/23/angel-reese-caitlin-clark-fever-sky/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5585512/2024/06/23/angel-reese-caitlin-clark-fever-sky/Sun, 23 Jun 2024 22:42:52 GMTJun 23, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Indiana Fever forward NaLyssa Smith (1) drives to the basket against Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese (5) during the first half at Wintrust Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[A'ja Wilson, Caitlin Clark headline first-round fan voting for WNBA All-Star Game]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5581948/2024/06/21/wnba-all-stars-early-voting-caitlin-clark/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5581948/2024/06/21/wnba-all-stars-early-voting-caitlin-clark/Fri, 21 Jun 2024 19:29:16 GMTLAS VEGAS, NEVADA - MAY 25: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever looks to pass against tA&#039;ja Wilson #22 of the Las Vegas Aces in the first quarter of their game at Michelob ULTRA Arena on May 25, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Aces defeated the Fever 99-80. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Who will be Team USA's starting five? An Olympic women's basketball mailbag]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5574256/2024/06/21/team-usa-womens-basketball-olympics-mailbag/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5574256/2024/06/21/team-usa-womens-basketball-olympics-mailbag/Fri, 21 Jun 2024 09:00:18 GMTA&#039;ja Wilson and Napheesa Collier<![CDATA[WNBA rookie rankings: How will the Sparks move forward after Cameron Brink's injury?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5579853/2024/06/21/wnba-rookie-rankings-cameron-brinks-angel-reese/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5579853/2024/06/21/wnba-rookie-rankings-cameron-brinks-angel-reese/Fri, 21 Jun 2024 09:00:07 GMTUNCASVILLE, CT - JUNE 18: Los Angeles Sparks forward Cameron Brink (22) sustains an injury and assisted off the court by Los Angeles Sparks forward Dearica Hamby (5) during a WNBA game between Los Angeles Sparks and Connecticut Sun on June 18, 2024, at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, CT. (Photo by M. Anthony Nesmith/Icon Sportswire) (Icon Sportswire via AP Images)<![CDATA[Is there a better WNBA rivalry than Caitlin Clark versus Angel Reese? Our experts debate]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5576684/2024/06/20/wnba-rivalry-angel-reese-caitlin-clark-debate/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5576684/2024/06/20/wnba-rivalry-angel-reese-caitlin-clark-debate/Thu, 20 Jun 2024 09:00:18 GMTINDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - JUNE 16: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever and Angel Reese #5 of the Chicago Sky look on during a game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on June 16, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Sparks' Cameron Brink tears left ACL during game vs. Sun]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5574435/2024/06/19/cameron-brink-injury-sparks/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5574435/2024/06/19/cameron-brink-injury-sparks/Wed, 19 Jun 2024 19:00:08 GMTLAS VEGAS, NEVADA - MAY 18: Cameron Brink #22 of the Los Angeles Sparks reacts after being called for a foul in the second quarter of a game against the Las Vegas Aces at Michelob ULTRA Arena on May 18, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Aces defeated the Sparks 89-82. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Kevin Durant says there are 'better candidates' than Caitlin Clark for U.S. Olympic roster]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5576089/2024/06/19/kevin-durant-caitlin-clark-team-usa/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5576089/2024/06/19/kevin-durant-caitlin-clark-team-usa/Wed, 19 Jun 2024 17:15:39 GMTSAITAMA, JAPAN - AUGUST 07: Kevin Durant of Team United States celebrates following the United States&#039; victory over France in the Men&#039;s Basketball Finals game on day fifteen of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Saitama Super Arena on August 07, 2021 in Saitama, Japan. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Paige Bueckers aims to make this her final season at UConn ... and to go out with a bang]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5572831/2024/06/19/paige-bueckers-uconn-final-season-wnba/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5572831/2024/06/19/paige-bueckers-uconn-final-season-wnba/Wed, 19 Jun 2024 09:00:57 GMTCLEVELAND, OHIO - APRIL 05: Paige Bueckers #5 of the UConn Huskies shoots the ball in the second half during the NCAA Women&#039;s Basketball Tournament Final Four semifinal game against the Iowa Hawkeyes at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on April 05, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Billionaire Julia Koch has agreement to buy 15 percent stake in Nets, Liberty's BSE Global]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5574369/2024/06/18/julia-koch-nets-liberty-bse-global-sale/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5574369/2024/06/18/julia-koch-nets-liberty-bse-global-sale/Wed, 19 Jun 2024 02:13:46 GMTNEW YORK, NY - NOVEMBER 25: The Brooklyn Nets logo adorns center court prior to the game against the Portland Trail Blazers at the Barclays Center on November 25, 2012 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Fever vs. Sky on CBS is most-watched WNBA game in 23 years]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5572947/2024/06/18/fever-sky-wnba-tv-ratings/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5572947/2024/06/18/fever-sky-wnba-tv-ratings/Tue, 18 Jun 2024 15:32:24 GMTINDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - JUNE 16: Angel Reese #5 of the Chicago Sky reacts after fouling Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever during the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on June 16, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)<![CDATA[WNBA moving high profile game to accommodate NBA Draft is another self-inflicted fumble]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5571949/2024/06/18/wnba-commissioners-cup-barclays-center-nba-draft-move/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5571949/2024/06/18/wnba-commissioners-cup-barclays-center-nba-draft-move/Tue, 18 Jun 2024 10:00:16 GMTBROOKLYN, NY - JUNE 9: Jonquel Jones #35 of the New York Liberty high fives fans before the game against the Washington Mystics during a 2024 Commissioner&#039;s Cup game on June 9, 2024 in Brooklyn, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Catalina Fragoso/NBAE via Getty Images)<![CDATA[WNBA power rankings: New York Liberty swapped with Las Vegas Aces as the team to beat]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5569193/2024/06/17/wnba-power-rankings-las-vegas-aces-new-york-liberty/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5569193/2024/06/17/wnba-power-rankings-las-vegas-aces-new-york-liberty/Mon, 17 Jun 2024 09:00:54 GMT<![CDATA[Caitlin Clark's most complete game as a rookie takes down Angel Reese and Sky]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5568902/2024/06/16/caitlin-clark-indiana-fever-chicago-sky-angel-reese-win/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5568902/2024/06/16/caitlin-clark-indiana-fever-chicago-sky-angel-reese-win/Mon, 17 Jun 2024 01:41:20 GMTINDIANAPOLIS, IN - JUNE 16: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever shoots the ball during the game against the Chicago Sky on June 16, 2024 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Ron Hoskins/NBAE via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese providing fuel for a long-standing WNBA rivalry]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5568643/2024/06/16/caitlin-clark-angel-reese-wnba-rivalry/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5568643/2024/06/16/caitlin-clark-angel-reese-wnba-rivalry/Sun, 16 Jun 2024 20:42:16 GMTINDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - JUNE 16: Angel Reese #5 of the Chicago Sky fouls Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever during the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on June 16, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Indiana's Caitlin Clark, Aliyah Boston shine to earn win over Chicago Sky: Key takeaways]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5568464/2024/06/16/indianas-caitlin-clark-aliyah-boston-shine-to-earn-win-over-chicago-sky-key-takeaways/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5568464/2024/06/16/indianas-caitlin-clark-aliyah-boston-shine-to-earn-win-over-chicago-sky-key-takeaways/Sun, 16 Jun 2024 19:08:26 GMTINDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - JUNE 16: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever celebrates a basket during the first half against the Chicago Sky at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on June 16, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Angel Reese given flagrant foul for block attempt on Caitlin Clark in second meeting between rookies]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5568476/2024/06/16/angel-reese-caitlin-clark-flagrant-foul/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5568476/2024/06/16/angel-reese-caitlin-clark-flagrant-foul/Sun, 16 Jun 2024 17:55:09 GMTINDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - JUNE 16: Angel Reese #5 of the Chicago Sky reacts after fouling Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever during the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on June 16, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Liberty extend win streak to 8 with victory over Aces in rematch of 2023 WNBA Finals]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5567192/2024/06/15/liberty-aces-wnba-finals-rematch/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5567192/2024/06/15/liberty-aces-wnba-finals-rematch/Sat, 15 Jun 2024 21:44:00 GMTLAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JUNE 15: Breanna Stewart #30 of the New York Liberty shoots against Alysha Clark #7 of the Las Vegas Aces in the first quarter of their game at Michelob ULTRA Arena on June 15, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Arike Ogunbowale says she withdrew her name from U.S. Olympic team consideration]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5567128/2024/06/15/arike-ogunbowale-us-olympic-team-withdraw/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5567128/2024/06/15/arike-ogunbowale-us-olympic-team-withdraw/Sat, 15 Jun 2024 20:15:44 GMTARLINGTON, TEXAS - MAY 15: Arike Ogunbowale #24 of the Dallas Wings reacts after a play against the Chicago Sky at the College Park Center on May 15, 2024 in Arlington, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Caitlin Clark eventually got it right, but she needs to consider the agenda around her name]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5563352/2024/06/14/caitlin-clark-wnba-indiana-fever-dijonai-carrington-basketball/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5563352/2024/06/14/caitlin-clark-wnba-indiana-fever-dijonai-carrington-basketball/Fri, 14 Jun 2024 20:04:59 GMTWASHINGTON, DC - JUNE 07: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever reacts to a call in the fourth quarter against the Washington Mystics at Capital One Arena on June 07, 2024 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Caitlin Clark denounces use of her name to push agendas of racism, misogyny]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5564661/2024/06/14/caitlin-clark-agenda-comments/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5564661/2024/06/14/caitlin-clark-agenda-comments/Fri, 14 Jun 2024 19:22:32 GMTUNCASVILLE, CONNECTICUT - JUNE 10: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever walks off of the court after a game against the Connecticut Sun during the second half at the Mohegan Sun Arena on June 10, 2024 in Uncasville, Connecticut. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Brian Fluharty/Getty Images)<![CDATA[WNBA rookie rankings: What's been the secret to Angel Reese's strong start?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5563075/2024/06/14/angel-reese-wnba-rookie-rankings/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5563075/2024/06/14/angel-reese-wnba-rookie-rankings/Fri, 14 Jun 2024 09:00:55 GMTINDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - JUNE 01: Angel Reese #5 of the Chicago Sky against the Indiana Fever at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on June 01, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)<![CDATA[This isn't Iowa, but Kate Martin is thriving in the Las Vegas spotlight]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5563248/2024/06/14/kate-martin-las-vegas-aces-iowa-spotlight/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5563248/2024/06/14/kate-martin-las-vegas-aces-iowa-spotlight/Fri, 14 Jun 2024 09:00:31 GMTLAS VEGAS, NEVADA - MAY 18: Kate Martin #20 and Kelsey Plum #10 of the Las Vegas Aces react after Martin blocked a shot in the fourth quarter of their game against the Los Angeles Sparks at Michelob ULTRA Arena on May 18, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Aces defeated the Sparks 89-82. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Adam Silver: 'It would have been nice' to see Caitlin Clark on Olympic team]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5563127/2024/06/13/cailtin-clark-adam-silver-olympic-team/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5563127/2024/06/13/cailtin-clark-adam-silver-olympic-team/Thu, 13 Jun 2024 22:46:42 GMTUNCASVILLE, CONNECTICUT - JUNE 10: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever walks off of the court after a game against the Connecticut Sun during the second half at the Mohegan Sun Arena on June 10, 2024 in Uncasville, Connecticut. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Brian Fluharty/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Was leaving Caitlin Clark off the Olympic roster a mistake? WNBA experts debate]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5557876/2024/06/13/olympics-caitlin-clark-team-usa-roster-mistake-debate-wnba/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5557876/2024/06/13/olympics-caitlin-clark-team-usa-roster-mistake-debate-wnba/Thu, 13 Jun 2024 09:00:44 GMT<![CDATA[U.S. women's basketball Olympic roster breakdown: Experience leads hunt for eighth straight gold]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5557328/2024/06/12/team-usa-womens-basketball-roster-olympics/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5557328/2024/06/12/team-usa-womens-basketball-roster-olympics/Wed, 12 Jun 2024 11:43:18 GMTBreanna Stewart, Kelsey Plum, A&#039;ja Wilson and Sabrina Ionescu<![CDATA[Team USA chair explains Olympic roster decisions, Caitlin Clark's absence]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5556660/2024/06/11/usa-womens-basketball-olympics-roster-caitlin-clark-jen-rizzotti/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5556660/2024/06/11/usa-womens-basketball-olympics-roster-caitlin-clark-jen-rizzotti/Tue, 11 Jun 2024 17:50:36 GMTSYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 30: Team United States during the 2022 FIBA Women&#039;s Basketball Semi Final match between Canada and USA at Sydney Superdome, on September 30, 2022, in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Steve Christo - Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Caitlin Clark left off U.S. Olympic team; A'Ja Wilson, Breanna Stewart, Diana Taurasi headline roster]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5550057/2024/06/11/caitlin-clark-paris-olympics-roster-womens-basketball/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5550057/2024/06/11/caitlin-clark-paris-olympics-roster-womens-basketball/Tue, 11 Jun 2024 15:50:02 GMT<![CDATA[No Caitlin Clark? Team USA women's basketball will still be big TV draw at Olympics]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5554247/2024/06/11/caitlin-clark-paris-olympics-womens-basketball-roster-tv/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5554247/2024/06/11/caitlin-clark-paris-olympics-womens-basketball-roster-tv/Tue, 11 Jun 2024 11:49:16 GMTCaitlin Clark<![CDATA[Sun bounce back with win over Fever while foul trouble hinders Caitlin Clark again: 4 takeaways]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5554992/2024/06/10/sun-fever-results-score-takeaways/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5554992/2024/06/10/sun-fever-results-score-takeaways/Tue, 11 Jun 2024 01:34:17 GMTJun 10, 2024; Uncasville, Connecticut, USA; Connecticut Sun guard DiJonai Carrington (21) steals the ball from Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) in the second quarter at Mohegan Sun Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[WNBA power rankings: Brittney Griner's 2024 debut boosts Phoenix Mercury]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5552922/2024/06/10/wnba-power-rankings-brittney-griner-phoenix-mercury/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5552922/2024/06/10/wnba-power-rankings-brittney-griner-phoenix-mercury/Mon, 10 Jun 2024 09:00:18 GMT<![CDATA[Aces coach Becky Hammon ejected in loss to Sparks]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5552860/2024/06/10/becky-hammon-ejection-aces/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5552860/2024/06/10/becky-hammon-ejection-aces/Mon, 10 Jun 2024 04:36:01 GMTLAS VEGAS, NEVADA - MAY 21: Head coach Becky Hammon of the Las Vegas Aces looks on in the fourth quarter of a game against the Phoenix Mercury at Michelob ULTRA Arena on May 21, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Mercury defeated the Aces 98-88. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Team USA may have 'woke a monster' by not picking Caitlin Clark for Olympics]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5552091/2024/06/09/caitlin-clark-usa-olympics-roster-comments/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5552091/2024/06/09/caitlin-clark-usa-olympics-roster-comments/Sun, 09 Jun 2024 18:10:13 GMTWASHINGTON, DC - JUNE 07: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever talks to the media before the game against the Washington Mystics at Capital One Arena on June 07, 2024 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Liberty win sixth straight game, hand Sun first loss of season behind Jonquel Jones' rim protection]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5550760/2024/06/08/liberty-sun-wnba-matchup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5550760/2024/06/08/liberty-sun-wnba-matchup/Sat, 08 Jun 2024 19:31:42 GMT<![CDATA[Leaving Caitlin Clark off Team USA was reasonable roster move with gold-medal focus]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5550423/2024/06/08/caitlin-clark-team-usa-roster-news/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5550423/2024/06/08/caitlin-clark-team-usa-roster-news/Sat, 08 Jun 2024 14:14:00 GMTWASHINGTON, DC - JUNE 07: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever reacts to a call in the fourth quarter against the Washington Mystics at Capital One Arena on June 07, 2024 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Caitlin Clark says Chennedy Carter doesn't owe her an apology: 'Basketball is competitive, I get it']]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5549838/2024/06/07/caitlin-clark-chennedy-carter-foul/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5549838/2024/06/07/caitlin-clark-chennedy-carter-foul/Fri, 07 Jun 2024 23:41:35 GMTINDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - JUNE 01: Aliyah Boston #7 and Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever celebrate after defeating the Chicago Sky in the game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on June 01, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Is Caitlin Clark or Angel Reese the top newcomer so far? WNBA rookie rankings]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5546352/2024/06/07/wnba-rookie-ranking-caitlin-clark-angel-reese/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5546352/2024/06/07/wnba-rookie-ranking-caitlin-clark-angel-reese/Fri, 07 Jun 2024 09:00:42 GMTINDIANAPOLIS, IN - JUNE 1: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever and Angel Reese #5 of the Chicago Sky look on during the game on June 1, 2024 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Jeff Haynes/NBAE via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Adam Silver on Caitlin Clark treatment: 'It’s generating tremendous additional interest']]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5547551/2024/06/06/adam-silver-comments-caitlin-clark/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5547551/2024/06/06/adam-silver-comments-caitlin-clark/Fri, 07 Jun 2024 01:05:44 GMTNEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 02: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever warms up before the game against the New York Liberty at Barclays Center on June 02, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)<![CDATA[How USA Basketball became a powerhouse, changed the Olympics and sparked the WNBA]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5537287/2024/06/06/usa-basketball-olympics-dream-team-wnba/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5537287/2024/06/06/usa-basketball-olympics-dream-team-wnba/Thu, 06 Jun 2024 09:00:48 GMT<![CDATA[Has Caitlin Clark lived up to the hype so far in her WNBA rookie season? Experts debate]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5543729/2024/06/06/caitlin-clark-stats-rookie-year-results/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5543729/2024/06/06/caitlin-clark-stats-rookie-year-results/Thu, 06 Jun 2024 09:00:04 GMT<![CDATA[Chicago Sky players harassed outside team hotel: 'Couldn't even step off the bus']]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5544874/2024/06/05/chicago-sky-harrassed-chennedy-carter/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5544874/2024/06/05/chicago-sky-harrassed-chennedy-carter/Thu, 06 Jun 2024 03:29:41 GMTCHICAGO, IL - MAY 30: The Chigaco Sky huddle up during the game against the Los Angeles Sparks on May 30, 2024 at the Wintrust Arena in Chicago, IL. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Jeff Haynes/NBAE via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Indiana Congressman questions WNBA over 'excessive attack' on Caitlin Clark]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5544649/2024/06/05/caitlin-clark-wnba-letter-congressman/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5544649/2024/06/05/caitlin-clark-wnba-letter-congressman/Thu, 06 Jun 2024 01:01:16 GMTNEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 02: Caitlin Clark #22 talks with head coach Christie Sides of the Indiana Fever during the second half of a game against the New York Liberty at Barclays Center on June 02, 2024 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)<![CDATA[WNBA rescinds second technical foul on Angel Reese that resulted in ejection vs. Liberty]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5543841/2024/06/05/angel-reese-technical-foul-rescinded-liberty/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5543841/2024/06/05/angel-reese-technical-foul-rescinded-liberty/Wed, 05 Jun 2024 19:36:44 GMTCHICAGO, IL - JUNE 04: Angel Reese #5 of the Chicago Sky lines up a for a free throw during the second half against the New York Liberty on June 4, 2024 at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Melissa Tamez/ Icon Sportswire)<![CDATA[Cameron Brink, Rhyne Howard headline U.S. 3x3 women's Olympic basketball team for Paris 2024]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5543449/2024/06/05/brink-howard-3x3-womens-basketball-olympics/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5543449/2024/06/05/brink-howard-3x3-womens-basketball-olympics/Wed, 05 Jun 2024 18:05:32 GMTCHICAGO, IL - MAY 30: Cameron Brink #22 of the Los Angeles Sparks walks back to the bench during the second half against the Chicago Sky on May 30, 2024 at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Melissa Tamez/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Sky's Angel Reese ejected vs. Liberty; Bulls' Lonzo Ball tells her to 'keep ya money']]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5541824/2024/06/04/angel-reese-sky-ejection/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5541824/2024/06/04/angel-reese-sky-ejection/Wed, 05 Jun 2024 03:40:52 GMTCHICAGO, IL - JUNE 4: Angel Reese #5 of the Chicago Sky shoots a free throw during the game against the New York Liberty on June 4, 2024 at the Wintrust Arena in Chicago, IL. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Explaining the Caitlin Clark media meltdown, plus another huge baseball gambling scandal]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5538745/2024/06/04/caitlin-clark-pat-mcafee-wnba-the-pulse/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5538745/2024/06/04/caitlin-clark-pat-mcafee-wnba-the-pulse/Tue, 04 Jun 2024 10:37:36 GMTINDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - JUNE 01: Aliyah Boston #7 and Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever celebrate after defeating the Chicago Sky in the game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on June 01, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Chennedy Carter, Angel Reese don't mind being the 'bad guy' in this Caitlin Clark story]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5538160/2024/06/04/angel-reese-caitlin-clark-chennedy-carter-sky-fever/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5538160/2024/06/04/angel-reese-caitlin-clark-chennedy-carter-sky-fever/Tue, 04 Jun 2024 09:00:26 GMTINDIANAPOLIS, IN - JUNE 1: Angel Reese #5 and Chennedy Carter #7 of the Chicago Sky high five during the game against the Indiana Fever against the Indiana Fever on June 1, 2024 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Jeff Haynes/NBAE via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Has Caitlin Clark become a proxy for something more than basketball?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5538306/2024/06/03/caitlin-clark-wnba-progression-chennedy-carter/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5538306/2024/06/03/caitlin-clark-wnba-progression-chennedy-carter/Tue, 04 Jun 2024 00:34:31 GMTBROOKLYN, NY - JUNE 2: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever looks on during the game against the New York Liberty during a 2024 Commissioner&#039;s Cup game on June 2, 2024 in Brooklyn, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Evan Yu/NBAE via Getty Images)<![CDATA[In Caitlin Clark/WNBA discourse, Pat McAfee and ESPN came up short]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5538175/2024/06/03/pat-mcafee-caitlin-clark-espn-wnba/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5538175/2024/06/03/pat-mcafee-caitlin-clark-espn-wnba/Mon, 03 Jun 2024 23:32:41 GMTPat McAfee<![CDATA[Caitlin Clark wins WNBA Rookie of the Month for first 9 games with Fever]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5538206/2024/06/03/cailtin-clark-wnba-rookie-of-month/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5538206/2024/06/03/cailtin-clark-wnba-rookie-of-month/Mon, 03 Jun 2024 21:39:00 GMTNEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 02: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever dribbles the ball against the New York Liberty during the second half at Barclays Center on June 02, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Sky coach Teresa Weatherspoon calls Chennedy Carter's foul on Caitlin Clark 'not appropriate']]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5537541/2024/06/03/teresa-weatherspoon-carter-clark-foul-sky/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5537541/2024/06/03/teresa-weatherspoon-carter-clark-foul-sky/Mon, 03 Jun 2024 17:34:22 GMTINDIANAPOLIS, IN - JUNE 1: Head Coach Teresa Weatherspoon of the Chicago Sky looks on during the game against the Indiana Fever on June 1, 2024 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Jeff Haynes/NBAE via Getty Images)<![CDATA[WNBA power rankings: Is Chennedy Carter gambling with bright future despite strong start?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5536248/2024/06/03/wnba-power-rankings-chennedy-carter-foul-future/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5536248/2024/06/03/wnba-power-rankings-chennedy-carter-foul-future/Mon, 03 Jun 2024 09:00:33 GMT<![CDATA[WNBA upgrades Chennedy Carter’s foul on Caitlin Clark, fines Sky over Angel Reese media violation]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5535002/2024/06/02/caitlin-clark-chennedy-carter-angel-reese-foul-wnba/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5535002/2024/06/02/caitlin-clark-chennedy-carter-angel-reese-foul-wnba/Sun, 02 Jun 2024 15:29:03 GMTINDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - JUNE 01: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever reacts against the Chicago Sky during the fourth quarter in the game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on June 01, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Caitlin Clark takes hard foul but doesn't flinch in Fever's win over Angel Reese and Sky]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5534226/2024/06/01/caitlin-clark-angel-reese-indiana-fever-foul/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5534226/2024/06/01/caitlin-clark-angel-reese-indiana-fever-foul/Sun, 02 Jun 2024 00:49:47 GMTINDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - JUNE 01: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever dribbles against the Chicago Sky during the first quarter in the game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on June 01, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)<![CDATA[A first Fever home win, Caitlin Clark-Chennedy Carter run-in and Cardoso's debut: Key takeaways]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5533944/2024/06/01/fever-sky-caitlin-clark-angel-reese-result/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5533944/2024/06/01/fever-sky-caitlin-clark-angel-reese-result/Sat, 01 Jun 2024 18:17:12 GMT<![CDATA[Caitlin Clark frustrated after Fever drop to 1-8: 'I feel like I'm getting hammered']]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5532068/2024/05/31/caitlin-clark-fever-storm/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5532068/2024/05/31/caitlin-clark-fever-storm/Fri, 31 May 2024 15:38:08 GMTIndiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) attempts a lay up while being defended by Seattle Storm center Ezi Magbegor (13) on Thursday, May 30, 2024, during the WNBA game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Seattle Storm defeated the Indiana Fever 103-88.<![CDATA[New 3-on-3 league promises highest average pay in pro women's basketball]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5528740/2024/05/30/unrivaled-3-on-3-womens-basketball-salary/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5528740/2024/05/30/unrivaled-3-on-3-womens-basketball-salary/Thu, 30 May 2024 12:30:02 GMTSEATTLE, WASHINGTON - JUNE 29: Napheesa Collier #24 of the Minnesota Lynx reacts during the first quarter against the Seattle Storm at Climate Pledge Arena on June 29, 2023 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Why I have no doubts that WNBA Toronto franchise will be an expansion success]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5521844/2024/05/30/wnba-toronto-expansion-success-deitsch/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5521844/2024/05/30/wnba-toronto-expansion-success-deitsch/Thu, 30 May 2024 09:00:00 GMTTORONTO, CANADA - MAY 23: Cathy Engelbert poses for a photo during the Toronto WNBA Expansion Press Conference on May 23, 2024 in at Hotel X in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Vaughn Ridley/NBAE via Getty Images)<![CDATA[WNBA power rankings: Have the Las Vegas Aces stumbled from No. 1?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5522878/2024/05/28/wnba-power-rankings-las-vegas-aces-2/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5522878/2024/05/28/wnba-power-rankings-las-vegas-aces-2/Tue, 28 May 2024 09:00:54 GMTLAS VEGAS, NV - MAY 25: A&#039;ja Wilson #22, Jackie Young #0 and Kiah Stokes #41 of the Las Vegas Aces look on during the game against the Indiana Fever on May 25, 2024 at Michelob ULTRA Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Jeff Bottari/NBAE via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Angel Reese gets knocked down, gets back up in bruising Chicago Sky loss]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5519781/2024/05/26/angel-reese-chicago-sky-alyssa-thomas-ejection/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5519781/2024/05/26/angel-reese-chicago-sky-alyssa-thomas-ejection/Sun, 26 May 2024 05:16:28 GMTCHICAGO, IL - MAY 25: Marina Mabrey #4 of the Chicago Sky and Angel Reese #5 of the Chicago Sky during he second half of a WNBA game against the Connecticut Sun on May 25, 2024 at Wintrust Arena on in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Melissa Tamez/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Alyssa Thomas ejected after hard foul, Flagrant 2 on Angel Reese]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5519686/2024/05/25/alyssa-thomas-angel-reese-ejection/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5519686/2024/05/25/alyssa-thomas-angel-reese-ejection/Sun, 26 May 2024 02:15:17 GMTCHICAGO, IL - MAY 25: Angel Reese #5 of the Chicago Sky plays defense during the game during the game against Alyssa Thomas #25 of the Connecticut Sun on May 25, 2024 at the Wintrust Arena in Chicago, IL. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Jeff Haynes/NBAE via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Teresa Resch, Toronto's WNBA players will provide valuable role models for Canadians]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5517894/2024/05/25/teresa-resch-toronto-wnba-expansion/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5517894/2024/05/25/teresa-resch-toronto-wnba-expansion/Sat, 25 May 2024 10:05:45 GMTTORONTO, CANADA - MAY 23: Stacey Dales, Teresa Resch, Cathy Engelbert, and Tammy Sutton-Brown pose for a photo during the Toronto WNBA Expansion Press Conference on May 23, 2024 in at Hotel X in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Vaughn Ridley/NBAE via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Caitlin Clark hits final-minute 3 to lift Fever past Sparks for first win of season]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5518772/2024/05/25/caitlin-clark-fever-sparks-takeaways/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5518772/2024/05/25/caitlin-clark-fever-sparks-takeaways/Sat, 25 May 2024 04:43:42 GMTLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MAY 24: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever reacts to a three point basket during the fourth quarter against the Los Angeles Sparks at Crypto.com Arena on May 24, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Toronto's WNBA expansion team represents growth of women's sports and start of local battle]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5516063/2024/05/24/toronto-wnba-expansion-team-larry-tanenbaum/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5516063/2024/05/24/toronto-wnba-expansion-team-larry-tanenbaum/Fri, 24 May 2024 09:30:04 GMTToronto, ON - May 23: Chairperson of MLSE Larry Tanenbaum waves to Toronto Raptors Masai Ujiri during a press conference to announce the WNBA&#039;s expansion to Canada. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and other dignitaries announce the expansion of the WNBA to Canada with a team in Toronto. PD Nick Lachance/Toronto Star Nick Lachance/Toronto Star (Nick Lachance/Toronto Star via Getty Images)<![CDATA[How Angel Reese, Sky upset Liberty in Teresa Weatherspoon’s homecoming: 3 takeaways]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5516768/2024/05/23/angel-reese-sky-beat-liberty/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5516768/2024/05/23/angel-reese-sky-beat-liberty/Fri, 24 May 2024 03:23:05 GMTBROOKLYN, NY - MAY 23: Angel Reese #5 of the Chicago Sky drives to the basket during the game against the New York Liberty on May 23, 2024 in Brooklyn, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Evan Yu/NBAE via Getty Images)<![CDATA[WNBA officially expanding to Toronto, first franchise to exist outside U.S.]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5514008/2024/05/23/wnba-toronto-expansion-canada/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5514008/2024/05/23/wnba-toronto-expansion-canada/Thu, 23 May 2024 13:16:16 GMTTORONTO, CANADA - MAY 13: An overall view of the arena before the WNBA game between the Chicago Sky and the Minnesota Lynx on May 13, 2023 at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by Jordan Jones/NBAE via Getty Images)<![CDATA[LeBron James says he's 'rooting' for Caitlin Clark in WNBA, calls out her critics: 'I've been in that seat before']]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5512715/2024/05/22/lebron-james-caitlin-clark-wnba/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5512715/2024/05/22/lebron-james-caitlin-clark-wnba/Wed, 22 May 2024 17:24:26 GMTApr 25, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) controls the ball against the Denver Nuggets during the second half in game three of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Sky rookie Angel Reese named newest owner of DC Power Football Club]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5509993/2024/05/21/sky-angel-reese-dc-power-fc/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5509993/2024/05/21/sky-angel-reese-dc-power-fc/Tue, 21 May 2024 16:15:45 GMTMay 15, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese (5) reacts during the second half against the Dallas Wings at College Park Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[What we learned from Caitlin Clark's first week in the WNBA]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5505122/2024/05/20/caitlin-clark-first-week-wnba-fever/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5505122/2024/05/20/caitlin-clark-first-week-wnba-fever/Mon, 20 May 2024 09:00:36 GMTNEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 18: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever tries to get past Betnijah Laney-Hamilton #44 of the New York Liberty during the first half at Barclays Center on May 18, 2024 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)<![CDATA[WNBA power rankings: Can Arike Ogunbowale carry the Dallas Wings?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5505939/2024/05/20/wnba-power-rankings-arike-ogunbowale-wings/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5505939/2024/05/20/wnba-power-rankings-arike-ogunbowale-wings/Mon, 20 May 2024 09:00:22 GMTARLINGTON, TX - MAY 15: Arike Ogunbowale #24 of the Dallas Wings celebrates three point basket during the game against the Chicago Sky on May 15, 2024 at the College Park Center in Arlington, TX. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Michael Gonzales/NBAE via Getty Images)<![CDATA[How a new trio in Seattle has energized the Storm]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5505761/2024/05/20/seattle-storm-wnba-trio-diggins-smith/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5505761/2024/05/20/seattle-storm-wnba-trio-diggins-smith/Mon, 20 May 2024 09:00:11 GMTMINNEAPOLIS, MN - MAY 17: Jewell Loyd #24 and Skylar Diggins-Smith #4 of the Seattle Storm look on during the game against the Minnesota Lynx on May 17, 2024 at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Jordan Johnson/NBAE via Getty Images)<![CDATA[WNBA enters a new era with sweeping changes. Is it ready for the moment?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5503651/2024/05/19/wnba-moment-caitlin-clark-new-era/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5503651/2024/05/19/wnba-moment-caitlin-clark-new-era/Sun, 19 May 2024 10:00:22 GMTINDIANAPOLIS, IN - MAY 9: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever signs autographs for fans before the game against the Atlanta Dream on May 9, 2024 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Ron Hoskins/NBAE via Getty Images)<![CDATA[WNBA opens investigation into Aces players receiving $100,000 sponsorships]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5503533/2024/05/18/wnba-investigation-aces-sponsorship/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5503533/2024/05/18/wnba-investigation-aces-sponsorship/Sat, 18 May 2024 23:46:32 GMTLAS VEGAS, NV - MAY 18: The Las Vegas Aces huddle after the game against the Los Angeles Sparks on May 18, 2024 at Michelob Ultra Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by David Becker/NBAE via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Thompson: The Caitlin Clark panic should stop. Trust that the rookie will figure it out]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5500938/2024/05/18/caitlin-clark-panic-struggles-wnba-rookie/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5500938/2024/05/18/caitlin-clark-panic-struggles-wnba-rookie/Sat, 18 May 2024 10:00:04 GMTINDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - MAY 16: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever looks on in the fourth quarter against the New York Liberty at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on May 16, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Every Aces player receives $100,000 sponsorship from Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5502336/2024/05/17/las-vegas-aces-sponsorship/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5502336/2024/05/17/las-vegas-aces-sponsorship/Sat, 18 May 2024 00:17:48 GMTLAS VEGAS, NV - MAY 14: The Las Vegas Aces look on during the 2023 Championship ring ceremony before the game against the Phoenix Mercury on May 14, 2024 at Michelob ULTRA Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by David Becker/NBAE via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Caitlin Clark draws sellout crowd but struggles in Indiana Fever home debut]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5500559/2024/05/17/caitlin-clark-indiana-fever-sell-out/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5500559/2024/05/17/caitlin-clark-indiana-fever-sell-out/Fri, 17 May 2024 09:00:29 GMTINDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - MAY 16: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever reacts after losing to the New York Liberty 102-66 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on May 16, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Caitlin Clark struggles in home opener as Fever walloped by Breanna Stewart, Liberty]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5499932/2024/05/16/caitlin-clark-fever-liberty-takeaways/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5499932/2024/05/16/caitlin-clark-fever-liberty-takeaways/Fri, 17 May 2024 01:41:23 GMTIndiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) rushes up the court past New York Liberty guard Sabrina Ionescu (20) on Thursday, May 16, 2024, during the Indiana Fever home opener game against the New York Liberty at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.<![CDATA[WNBA says teams will fly charter for every game starting May 21]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5499771/2024/05/16/wnba-charter-flights-start/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5499771/2024/05/16/wnba-charter-flights-start/Thu, 16 May 2024 20:28:00 GMTNEW YORK, NY - JULY 12: A detailed view of the WNBA logo prior to the game between the Las Vegas Aces and New York Liberty at Barclays Center on July 12, 2022 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. The Las Vegas Aces defeated the New York Liberty 107-101. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)<![CDATA[How does Caitlin Clark’s WNBA salary measure up in sports? An analysis shows big gaps]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5491137/2024/05/16/caitlin-clark-wnba-salary-comparison/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5491137/2024/05/16/caitlin-clark-wnba-salary-comparison/Thu, 16 May 2024 09:00:33 GMT<![CDATA[Caitlin Clark welcomed to WNBA with reality check in Indiana Fever loss]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5494808/2024/05/15/caitlin-clark-wnba-debut-indiana-fever/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5494808/2024/05/15/caitlin-clark-wnba-debut-indiana-fever/Wed, 15 May 2024 05:57:40 GMTUNCASVILLE, CONNECTICUT - MAY 14: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever reacts after a 92-71 loss against the Connecticut Sun in the game at Mohegan Sun Arena on May 14, 2024 in Uncasville, Connecticut. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)<![CDATA[What we learned in Caitlin Clark's WNBA debut: 3 takeaways]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5494072/2024/05/14/caitlin-clark-wnba-fever-debut/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5494072/2024/05/14/caitlin-clark-wnba-fever-debut/Wed, 15 May 2024 02:18:42 GMTUNCASVILLE, CONNECTICUT - MAY 14: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever dribbles the ball against Astou Ndour-Fall #45 and DiJonai Carrington #21 of the Connecticut Sun in the game at Mohegan Sun Arena on May 14, 2024 in Uncasville, Connecticut. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)<![CDATA[The Golden State Valkyries: Bay Area WNBA expansion team unveils name]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5492336/2024/05/14/golden-state-valkyries-wnba/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5492336/2024/05/14/golden-state-valkyries-wnba/Tue, 14 May 2024 13:33:33 GMT<![CDATA[How have top WNBA draft picks fared in their debuts? What to know as Caitlin Clark begins her career]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5490176/2024/05/14/wnba-top-picks-caitlin-clark-debut-history/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5490176/2024/05/14/wnba-top-picks-caitlin-clark-debut-history/Tue, 14 May 2024 10:00:27 GMTINDIANAPOLIS, IN - MAY 09: Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) brings the ball up court against the Atlanta Dream during a WNBA preseason game on May 9, 2024, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Brian Spurlock/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)<![CDATA[2024 WNBA TV schedule: Where to watch games this season on Amazon, ESPN and more]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5491444/2024/05/14/wnba-tv-broadcast-espn/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5491444/2024/05/14/wnba-tv-broadcast-espn/Tue, 14 May 2024 09:00:58 GMTLAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 15: Chelsea Gray #12 of Team Wilson reacts after the team scored against Team Stewart in the first half of the 2023 WNBA All-Star Game at Michelob ULTRA Arena on July 15, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)<![CDATA[WNBA 2024 expert debate: How far can Caitlin Clark take the Indiana Fever?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5485410/2024/05/14/caitlin-clark-indiana-fever-wnba-debate/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5485410/2024/05/14/caitlin-clark-indiana-fever-wnba-debate/Tue, 14 May 2024 04:01:17 GMTARLINGTON, TEXAS - MAY 03: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever reacts after a second half three point basket against the Dallas Wings during a pre season game at College Park Center on May 03, 2024 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Mercury All-Star Brittney Griner fractures left toe, will miss WNBA season opener: How Phoenix adjusts]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5491151/2024/05/13/brittney-griner-mercury-toe-fracture/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5491151/2024/05/13/brittney-griner-mercury-toe-fracture/Mon, 13 May 2024 23:47:44 GMTCOLLEGE PARK, GEORGIA - JULY 25: Brittney Griner #49 of the Phoenix Mercury during the game against the Atlanta Dream at Gateway Center Arena on July 25, 2023 in College Park, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images)<![CDATA[2024 WNBA champion, award odds plus staff predictions: Is Caitlin Clark a Rookie of the Year lock? Will Vegas repeat?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5483012/2024/05/13/2024-wnba-champion-award-odds-is-caitlin-clark-a-rookie-of-the-year-lock-will-vegas-repeat/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5483012/2024/05/13/2024-wnba-champion-award-odds-is-caitlin-clark-a-rookie-of-the-year-lock-will-vegas-repeat/Mon, 13 May 2024 09:25:31 GMTLAS VEGAS, NEVADA - SEPTEMBER 24: A&#039;ja Wilson #22 of the Las Vegas Aces reacts to a play in the third quarter of Game One of the 2023 WNBA Playoffs semifinals against the Dallas Wings at Michelob ULTRA Arena on September 24, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Aces defeated the Wings 97-83. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Candice Ward/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Don't forget the Las Vegas Aces set the standard as WNBA popularity explodes]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5488245/2024/05/13/las-vegas-aces-championship-standard-wnba/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5488245/2024/05/13/las-vegas-aces-championship-standard-wnba/Mon, 13 May 2024 09:00:53 GMTNEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 18: A&#039;ja Wilson #22 of the Las Vegas Aces reacts in the second quarter against the New York Liberty during Game Four of the 2023 WNBA Finals at Barclays Center on October 18, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)<![CDATA[WNBA preseason power rankings: Can anyone catch the Las Vegas Aces?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5486772/2024/05/13/power-rankings-las-vegas-aces-wnba/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5486772/2024/05/13/power-rankings-las-vegas-aces-wnba/Mon, 13 May 2024 09:00:40 GMTLAS VEGAS, NEVADA - SEPTEMBER 02: A&#039;ja Wilson #22 of the Las Vegas Aces is introduced before a game against the Seattle Storm at Michelob ULTRA Arena on September 02, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Aces defeated the Storm 103-77. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Caitlin Clark for WNBA MVP? Why you don't want to make that bet]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5482711/2024/05/13/caitlin-clark-wnba-mvp-odds/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5482711/2024/05/13/caitlin-clark-wnba-mvp-odds/Mon, 13 May 2024 09:00:25 GMTINDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - MAY 1: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever poses for photographers during media day activities at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on May 1, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images)<![CDATA[WNBA is entering a new era: Skyrocketing viewership, sold-out arenas, young stars]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5486973/2024/05/13/wnba-new-era-expansion-charter-flights/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5486973/2024/05/13/wnba-new-era-expansion-charter-flights/Mon, 13 May 2024 09:00:10 GMTARLINGTON, TEXAS - MAY 03: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever celebrates a first half three pointer with Allya Boston #7 and Tami Fagbenle #14 while playing the Dallas Wings at College Park Center on May 03, 2024 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)<![CDATA[A'ja Wilson named Nike signature athlete, sets sneaker collection release for 2025]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5485645/2024/05/11/aja-wilson-nike-signature-athlete-sneaker/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5485645/2024/05/11/aja-wilson-nike-signature-athlete-sneaker/Sat, 11 May 2024 15:30:19 GMTLAS VEGAS, NV - SEPTEMBER 26: A&#039;ja Wilson #22 of the Las Vegas Aces celebrates during the game against the Dallas Wings during the 2023 WNBA Playoffs on September 26, 2023 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by Jeff Bottari/NBAE via Getty Images)<![CDATA[WNBA to award Toronto expansion team to begin play in 2026: Reports]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5484340/2024/05/10/toronto-wnba-expansion-team/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5484340/2024/05/10/toronto-wnba-expansion-team/Fri, 10 May 2024 13:32:21 GMTTORONTO, CANADA - MAY 13: An overall view of the arena before the WNBA game between the Chicago Sky and the Minnesota Lynx on May 13, 2023 at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by Jordan Jones/NBAE via Getty Images)