In the first of a two-part series with Kansas-bound McDonald’s All-American point guard Taylen Kinney, we focus on how he has changed the NIL space. A self-made millionaire before the age of 18, Kinney has set the standard for what elite players can look to do off the court. For part two, we will dive...
Angel Reese Makes History Against Wings, Stays Undefeated Against Paige Bueckers
Heading into Tuesday’s matchup, the Atlanta Dream were the favorites to win among oddsmakers against the Dallas Wings. Cashing in on the 77-72 victory, the Dream moves to a perfect 2-0 on the season. Anchoring the Atlanta frontcourt was Angel Reese, who made history in the win. Dallas, who stunned the Indiana Fever on opening...
Chicago Sky coach Tyler Marsh carries lessons of adversity into Year 2
On the day in November 2024 that the Chicago Sky announced Tyler Marsh as their new head coach, he received a call from a friend who is a college coach. “Hey, congratulations,” the friend said, before delivering the first lesson Marsh learned after accepting his first head coaching role at any level. “No one likes...
Prep Hoops Battle at the Lakes: Top 2028 Prospects
The NCAA Live period is nearly upon us. With the evaluation period for college coaches limited to one weekend this spring (May 15-17), there has yet to be an opportunity for unsigned seniors, as well as members of the classes of 2027-2029, to get in front of Division I coaches. In preparation for the live...
Howard student learns to embrace her authentic self as a sports journalist
During my year as a Rhoden Fellow, I found a community of inspiring women who helped me realize how bringing my authentic self aligns me with the right people, right places and right opportunities. When I arrived at Howard University as a freshman two years ago, I was an ambitious journalism student eager to write....
In First 100-Point Opener in WNBA History, Paige Bueckers’ Wings Outlast Caitlin Clark’s Fever
INDIANAPOLIS — Paige Bueckers outplayed Caitlin Clark in their first head-to-head meeting of the 2026 season, Arike Ogunbowale scored 22 points in her season debut, and Clark missed a 3-pointer with a chance to send the game to overtime as the Dallas Wings beat the Indiana Fever 107-104 on Saturday in front of a sold-out...
The fragile legacy of Joel Embiid
PHILADELPHIA — This time last week, Philadelphians were celebrating the heroics of Joel Embiid and riding the high of an historic victory over the Boston Celtics. Thanks largely to the 32-year-old center, the 76ers made history by coming back from a 3-1 series hole to defeat Boston on its home court in Game 7. A...
Mom’s the Word: The Force Behind Julie Vanloo’s Liberty Breakout
An appropriately timed motherly message helped Julie Vanloo become the New York Liberty’s latest metropolitan heroine. BROOKLYN—For at least 22 minutes on Friday night, the New York Liberty became a JV squad. (Photo: Brandon Todd, NY Liberty) Julie Vanloo was a hardship in name only for the Liberty in its 2026 debut, as the last minute...
2026 WNBA GM Survey: Aces, Paige Bueckers Lead the Way
The 2026 WNBA Draft survey was released by the league in time for the tip-off of the league’s 30th anniversary season. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images) Last year, the GMs filled out their preseason survey with the Minnesota Lynx near the top of just about everything. The Lynx took 60% as title pick, Napheesa Collier...
2026 WNBA Power Rankings: Preseason Ranking of All 15 Teams
The WNBA’s 30th season is one day away from tip-off, and the league is set to embark on a new era following a historic collective bargaining agreement. With 44 regular-season games scheduled, the Portland Fire and Toronto Tempo join the Association as the two newest expansion franchises. Celebrating 30 years includes seven-figure salaries, a drastic...









