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TOPAngel Reese Sits Out With Injury, Chicago Sky Get Waxed By Atlanta Dream
Chicago Sky All-Star forward Angel Reese missed Wednesday afternoon's WNBA game against the Atlanta Dream due to a leg injury. In her absence, the Chicago Sky delivered an extremely poor performance, described as pathetic and completely lifeless. The Atlanta Dream dominated the game from start to finish, never trailing, leading by as many as 43 points, and securing an easy 86-49 victory. The Sky struggled offensively, scoring 13 points or fewer in each quarter and shooting only 25% from the field. The team's performance highlighted how much worse they looked without Reese, despite the game's unusual Wednesday afternoon scheduling just days before the All-Star break and the Sky's overall 7-15 record. Although listed with a leg injury, reports indicate Reese is expected to participate in the upcoming WNBA All-Star festivities, suggesting her absence was likely precautionary rest. The article notes Reese is a significant draw for the league. This precautionary approach was contrasted with the situation of Caitlin Clark, the league's biggest draw, who suffered an apparent injury the night before and is now in doubt for the All-Star Game, implying the league might have wanted to avoid a similar situation with Reese. The article questions the league's scheduling of the game and expresses concern that the league relies heavily on stars like Reese to draw audiences for marquee events, viewing this as potentially problematic.
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TOPDream 86-49 Sky (Jul 16, 2025) Game Recap
The Atlanta Dream defeated the Chicago Sky 86-49 in a WNBA game on Wednesday. Brittney Griner led the Dream with 15 points, while Brionna Jones and Allisha Gray each contributed 14 points. Atlanta dominated the third quarter, opening with a 14-0 run and finishing the period with a commanding 74-36 lead. The Dream made 13 field goals in the third quarter alone, surpassing the Sky's total of 12 field goals through the first three quarters. The lead ballooned to 62-26 before Chicago managed its second field goal of the second half late in the third. Atlanta's largest lead reached 43 points in the fourth quarter. Both teams were missing key players. Chicago's Angel Reese missed her first game of the season due to a leg injury, and guard Ariel Atkins was out with a calf injury. Atlanta forward Rhyne Howard will be sidelined for the rest of July with a knee injury. For the Dream (13-9), rookie Te-Hina Paopao scored 13 points, Naz Hillmon added 10 points, and Jordin Canada recorded eight assists. Chicago (7-15) was led by Rebecca Allen, who scored all of her team-high nine points (including three 3-pointers) in the third quarter. Kamilla Cardoso contributed eight points and 11 rebounds. Chicago narrowly avoided setting a franchise record for its lowest scoring game when Moriah Jefferson made a jumper with 30.3 seconds remaining.
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New York Liberty star Natasha Cloud handed fine warning by WNBA over her outfit - 'I don't understand why'
New York Liberty player Natasha Cloud received a WNBA fine warning concerning her outfit choice while sitting on the bench during a game against the Las Vegas Aces last Wednesday. She was ruled out due to injury but attended the game wearing a sweater vest, cargo pants, a black baseball cap, and Doc Martins. The specific issue was her cap, which surprised Cloud as the WNBA reportedly lacks a rule banning caps, though the NBA (the WNBA's owner) does have such a rule. Cloud expressed confusion and frustration about receiving the warning for wearing a hat while unable to play, stating, "I don't understand why I receive a fine warning for wearing a hat on the bench for a game I was unable to play in?" and adding, "I just feel like I wanna be left alone lolllzzz." Cloud also recently drew attention for supporting New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani. When asked about Mamdani's win in the Democratic primary last month, Cloud used the opportunity to strongly criticize former President Donald Trump. She referred to Mamdani as "my boy!" and then addressed Trump, saying, "If Donny wants to come down here, if ICE wants to try and come down here, that's fine. But [they're] going to learn the hard way… New Yorkers really don't f*** around. They don't play about one another. They don't play about this city." She characterized Trump and his administration's actions as "reckless," but also saw it as "exciting" because it signaled that "we're getting to them," "creating change that they don't want," and "dismantling a system." Cloud urged New Yorkers to "continue to be on the right path to history," protect each other, and protect Mamdani and his goals.
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LDLC Asvel Feminin withdraw from EuroCup Women; BAXI Ferrol into Regular Season
The EuroCup Women lineup for the 2025-26 season has been adjusted following the withdrawal of French club LDLC Asvel Feminin after the initial announcement. This change affects both the Qualifiers and Regular Season. To maintain an even number of teams in the Qualifiers format, last season's runners-up, BAXI Ferrol, will now enter the Regular Season directly, based on EuroCup Women Regulations and the Club Competition Ranking. Consequently, the number of Qualifiers pairings is reduced from six to five, with Czech club SBS Ostrava now seeded. The winners of these five Qualifiers ties will advance to the Regular Season. The updated list of participating clubs includes teams in both the Regular Season and the Qualifiers. The Regular Season clubs listed are: Besiktas Boa (TUR), Emlak Konut (TUR), Villeneuve d’Ascq LM (FRA), Charnay Basket (FRA), BLMA (FRA), UFAB 49 (FRA), Perfumerías Avenida (ESP), Hozono Global Jairis (ESP), Movistar Estudiantes (ESP), BAXI Ferrol (ESP), Magnolia Basket Campobasso (ITA), GEAS Basket (ITA), KP Brno (CZE), Levhartice Chomutov (CZE), NKA Universitas Pecs (HUN), InvestInTheWest Enea Gorzow (POL), Sleza Wroclaw (POL), MB Zaglebie Sosnowiec (POL), Castors Braine (BEL), Kangoeroes Mechelen (BEL), Basket Namur Capitale (BEL), Athinaikos Qualco (GRE), Panathinaikos A.C. (GRE), CS Rapid Bucuresti (ROU), Elitzur Ramla (ISR), BC Neptunas-Amberton (LTU), SL Benfica (POR), Sportiva/AzorisHotels (POR), Rutronik Stars Keltern (GER), Saarlouis Royals (GER), Piestanske Cajky (SVK), TTT Riga (LAT), Nyon Basket Feminin (SUI), BCF Elfic Fribourg (SUI), ZKK Ragusa (CRO), KK Tresnjevka 2009 (CRO), BC Beroe Stara Zagora (BUL), and KBF Peja 03 (KOS). The Qualifiers clubs listed are: Lointek Gernika Bizkaia (ESP) - seeded, BDS Dinamo Sassari (ITA) - seeded, TARR KSC Szekszard (HUN) - seeded, Universitatea Cluj (ROU) - seeded, SBS Ostrava (CZE) - seeded, DSK Basketball Brandys (CZE), Panathlitikos Sykeon (GRE), Pas Giannina (GRE), BBC Troistorrents-Chablais (SUI), and UZKK Student Nis (SRB). The draws for both the Qualifiers and the Regular Season will take place on Wednesday, July 23, in Munich, Germany.
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EuroLeague Women seeds set for Regular Season draw
The seedings for the 2025-26 EuroLeague Women Regular Season have been confirmed ahead of the draw scheduled for July 23 in Munich. Reigning champions ZVVZ USK Praha are among the top-seeded teams, joined by Fenerbahce Opet, CIMSA CBK Mersin, and Beretta Famila Schio, all participants in last season's inaugural Final Six. The 16 participating clubs will be divided into four groups of four for the Regular Season. Eleven teams earned direct entry, while the remaining five spots will be filled by winners from the Qualifiers. The seedings were determined based on the three-year ranking of clubs in European Club Competitions. A draw restriction limits groups to a maximum of one club from the same country. Ten clubs will compete in the EuroLeague Women Qualifiers, playing home-and-away series on September 17 and 24, to determine the five remaining Regular Season spots; the seeded club in each pairing will host the return leg. The Qualifiers participants are: Galatasaray Cagdas Factoring (TUR), Tango Bourges Basket (FRA), Casademont Zaragoza (ESP), Umana Reyer Venezia (ITA), DVTK HUNTHERM (HUN), Zabiny Brno (CZE), AZS UMCS Lublin (POL), ACS Sepsi-SIC (ROU), Kibirkstis Vilnius (LTU), and KKZ Crvena Zvezda (SRB). The five winning teams from the Qualifiers will advance to the EuroLeague Women Regular Season. The losing clubs from the Qualifiers will automatically enter the EuroCup Women Regular Season.
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Warriors-Lakers Trade Idea Sends LeBron James to Golden State
Persistent rumors suggest Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James might want a trade, although he hasn't publicly requested one. Despite the Lakers' current challenges, finding a championship-contending team for him via trade is considered difficult. However, the Golden State Warriors are frequently mentioned as a top potential destination, offering the possibility of pairing James with Stephen Curry. Last Word on Sports proposed the idea of a Lakers-Warriors trade involving James, calling it the "best trade option" for Golden State on and off the court. They described a James-Curry pairing as a "dream scenario" for players and fans. Such a trade would likely require the Warriors to send Andrew Wiggins to the Lakers for salary matching, but James is viewed as a superior player who could also potentially help develop Jonathan Kuminga. While acknowledging it might be an "elusive dream," the report states "nothing is certain." These rumors gained traction when it was reported during the trade deadline that the Golden State Warriors had inquired about James's availability. ESPN's Shams Charania stated the Warriors were "legitimately calling about every All-Star player," including James, Kevin Durant, and Jimmy Butler, as they are "dead set" on finding another star to play alongside Stephen Curry. While it doesn't appear the Warriors made a formal offer, ESPN's Ramona Shelburne and Brian Windhorst reported that the Warriors and other teams considered making offers for James after an Eastern Conference executive expressed conviction James wanted out of Los Angeles. Specifically, the Warriors, who had also tried to trade for James in the 2023-24 season, revisited the possibility. No trade materialized, but the report indicates future discussions remain possible.
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Milwaukee Bucks big man takes subtle jab at Indiana Pacers fanbase
Myles Turner has left the Indiana Pacers after a decade with the team, signing a four-year deal with the Milwaukee Bucks in free agency. As a homegrown talent and the longest-tenured Pacer, he was a foundational player who helped lead the team, alongside Tyrese Haliburton and Pascal Siakam, to the NBA Finals last season. The departure occurred because the Pacers and Turner could not reach an agreement on a new contract, leading him to seek his perceived market value elsewhere. Speaking during a Summer League broadcast in Las Vegas, Turner commented on the likely reception he'll receive from Pacers fans when he returns. He anticipates a mixed reaction, remarking that some fans who previously wanted him off the team for years are now complaining about his departure despite getting their wish: "I think it's gonna be half-and-half... there was a lot of people that wanted me off the team and they got what they wanted and now they're complaining still." Since Turner remains in the Central Division with the Bucks, the Pacers will face him frequently. The significant change is that he will now share the frontcourt with superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo. Turner faces significant pressure to make an immediate impact in Milwaukee. His arrival comes amid persistent offseason speculation about Giannis Antetokounmpo potentially leaving the Bucks. As the franchise's major offseason addition, Turner is tasked with helping keep the Bucks competitive in the Eastern Conference, partly to help ensure Giannis remains satisfied and stays with the team.
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Liberty Stars Ranked Top 5 By ESPN
Sabrina Ionescu and Breanna Stewart are leading the New York Liberty through challenges in their championship defense, ranking fourth and fifth respectively in ESPN's mid-2025 season top 25 players list. New York is the only team with two players in the top five and one of three franchises, alongside Indiana and Phoenix, to have two players in the top 10. Stewart is averaging 19.5 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 3.8 assists, matching her career-high from her 2023 debut, while showcasing new "Harry Potter"-inspired sneakers. ESPN analyst Michael Voepel notes her consistency, including double-figure scoring in all but one game, strong two-point shooting at 53.6%, and top-five league win shares, emphasizing her crucial role if the Liberty repeat as champions. Ionescu, now the Liberty's all-time leader in three-pointers, is averaging a career-best 18.8 points and refining her mid-range game. ESPN's Kendra Andrews highlights her ability to take over offensively when needed, with her intensity and efficiency proving vital during an injury-plagued season. The top three players in ESPN's ranking are Napheesa Collier (Minnesota) at number one, A'ja Wilson (Las Vegas) at number two, and Alyssa Thomas rounding out the trio. Both Ionescu and Stewart will participate in the upcoming WNBA All-Star Game in Indianapolis on separate teams and have one final regular-season game together against the Indiana Fever on Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. ET.
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Why the Liberty must sign Emma Meesseman
The New York Liberty are exploring the potential signing of free agent Emma Meesseman while Jonquel Jones recovers from an ankle injury. Players and coaches acknowledge Meesseman could help the team, leveraging existing connections through head coach Sandy Brondello and star player Breanna Stewart. Both Brondello and Stewart share a history with Meesseman from their time at Russian club UMMC Ekaterinburg. Brondello coached there from 2012-2017, Stewart played from 2020-2022, and Meesseman was a member from 2016-2022. When asked directly about pursuing Meesseman (who hasn't played in the WNBA since 2022), Brondello did not deny the 2019 WNBA Finals MVP would be beneficial. Brondello stated on July 8th that Meesseman is resting after Eurobasket and deciding her plans, adding "We would love to have her if that’s something she’s interested in. I think that would certainly help us," though she confirmed no direct conversation had occurred yet. Similarly, Stewart responded coyly with "Um, maybe" and a smile when questioned about contacting Meesseman, stating "But I don’t know what’s happening." The article notes that Meesseman's potential fit with the Liberty extends beyond merely covering for Jones' injury and includes her familiarity with key personnel.
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How Alyssa Thomas is following in Diana Taurasi’s trash-talking footsteps
Alyssa Thomas of the Phoenix Mercury is being compared to her teammate Diana Taurasi as the heir apparent in trash-talking within the WNBA, despite playing different positions, due to their shared intense and ferocious on-court demeanor that gets under opponents' skin. This recognition stems from an anonymous poll conducted by The Athletic and reported by Sabreena Merchant and Ben Pickman, where WNBA players voted Thomas as the league's top trash-talker with 13 votes, significantly ahead of Courtney Williams in second place with 5 votes, Marina Mabrey with 4 votes, and Skylar Diggins-Smith with 2 votes. Anonymous player quotes highlighted Thomas's distinctive and pervasive trash-talking style, describing her as smiling while engaging in "psycho stuff," with one noting her reputation is well-known across the league and another emphasizing she talks trash even to players not directly guarding her, always having "something" to say.
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Warriors' Stephen Curry Drops Update About His NBA Future
Stephen Curry, the Golden State Warriors superstar point guard, remains a dominant face of the NBA, known for revolutionizing the game through his elite three-point shooting which significantly influenced the league and lower levels of basketball. Even at 37 years old, he continues to perform at a high level. Last season, Curry led the Warriors to the playoffs, orchestrating a first-round upset victory over the No. 2-seeded Houston Rockets. However, his postseason run was cut short when he suffered a hamstring injury during Game 1 of the second-round series against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Without Curry, the Warriors were quickly eliminated by the Timberwolves. Throughout the regular season, Curry appeared in 70 games, averaging 24.5 points, 6 assists, 4.4 rebounds, and 1.1 steals per game. He shot 44.8% from the field and 39.7% from three-point range, demonstrating his continued status as one of the league's elite superstars. Regarding his NBA future, Curry recently addressed his career timeline, stating he doesn't know exactly how much longer he will play. He revealed he is approaching his career's end by focusing on his current contract, taking it "two years at a time." This suggests he intends to play for at least the next two seasons before reevaluating his options once his contract expires.
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Warriors Trade Jonathan Kuminga To The Cleveland Cavaliers
The Golden State Warriors are expected to re-sign Jonathan Kuminga during the 2025 NBA offseason, but with the intention of subsequently trading him. The article suggests the Warriors should proactively seek trade partners, identifying the Cleveland Cavaliers as an ideal destination. The Cavaliers, despite having the best regular-season record, struggled to maintain consistent production in the playoffs. Adding players who can elevate their postseason performance is deemed crucial, especially with star Donovan Mitchell in his prime but facing free agency next offseason. Kuminga is presented as an ideal fit for Cleveland's needs. Kuminga, coming off a season averaging 15.3 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game, possesses significant two-way potential and versatility. The article argues his play style could blend well with Mitchell, Darius Garland, and Evan Mobley. While his development was somewhat stalled in Steve Kerr's rotation in Golden State, the right system focused on his growth could unlock further potential. A key factor facilitating a potential trade is the presence of Kenny Atkinson, now the Cavaliers' head coach, who previously worked with Kuminga on the Warriors' staff. Atkinson understands Kuminga's potential and could view him as a future All-Star to build around. For the Warriors, the article proposes trading Kuminga to Cleveland for center Jarrett Allen, who would address their frontcourt issues and provide needed rim protection alongside stars Steph Curry and Jimmy Butler.
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NBA Fans React To Jimmy Butler's Appearance With Steph Curry
The Golden State Warriors face a shrinking championship window with their three star players all aged 35 or older, intensifying pressure on general manager Mike Dunleavy and the front office to make strategic roster additions. These moves are deemed essential for the team to compete against top contenders like the Oklahoma City Thunder and Denver Nuggets. During the offseason, Warriors veterans are focusing on personal downtime ahead of their expiring contracts. Draymond Green was spotted with LeBron James in Puerto Rico, while Jimmy Butler made an unexpected visit to Lake Tahoe. Butler specifically appeared to support teammate Steph Curry, who was participating in the American Century Championship golf tournament. Butler's appearance alongside Curry sparked enthusiastic fan reactions on social media. Supporters praised the duo with comments like "BEST DUO ITL" and expressed confidence they could win a championship with the right supporting pieces. While some fans noted the lack of offseason moves, the overall sentiment highlighted excitement about their partnership heading into the next season.
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Angel Reese regret? Minnesota Lynx waive 2024 first-round pick Alissa Pili
The Minnesota Lynx waived 2024 first-round draft pick Alissa Pili on July 13, 2025, fewer than 500 days after selecting her with the eighth overall pick. This move came hours after the Chicago Sky defeated the Lynx 87-81, a game where Angel Reese—selected by Chicago with the seventh pick after Minnesota traded out of that draft position—scored 19 points and grabbed 11 rebounds. Pili, a standout college player at Utah, struggled to secure playing time during her two seasons with the Lynx. She appeared in just 36 total games, averaging 6.1 minutes per contest, and surpassed 10 points only once in her WNBA career. Despite her release, the 24-year-old forward is considered likely to receive another opportunity in the league where she might secure a larger role. This story was originally reported by Bring Me The News on July 13, 2025.
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Grizzlies Make Jaren Jackson Jr. Contract Announcement
The Memphis Grizzlies have officially announced the renegotiation and signing of forward/center Jaren Jackson Jr. to a multi-year contract extension. This comes two weeks after reports emerged that the former Defensive Player of the Year agreed to a five-year, $240 million deal. The team confirmed the extension but did not disclose the specific terms per its policy. Jackson Jr. played a key role for the Grizzlies last season, appearing in 74 games. He averaged 22.2 points, 5.6 rebounds, 2 assists, a career-high 1.2 steals, and 1.5 blocks in 29.8 minutes per game, shooting 49% from the field and 38% from three-point range. His contributions were significant during the team's playoff push, despite an early postseason exit. Over his five-year career with Memphis, Jackson Jr. has appeared in 407 games, averaging 18.5 points, 5.5 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 steal, and 1.9 blocks per game. He has started all 27 of his playoff appearances, averaging 15.7 points, 6.5 rebounds, 1.1 assists, and 1.9 blocks in postseason play. Originally selected by the Grizzlies with the fourth overall pick in the 2018 NBA Draft after his freshman season at Michigan State, Jackson Jr. is now set to earn nearly $50 million annually. This extension signifies Memphis's commitment to building a competitive team in the Western Conference around him.
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Liberty's Sabrina Ionescu to Compete in 2025 WNBA 3-Point Contest at All-Star Weekend
New York Liberty star Sabrina Ionescu has confirmed her participation in the 2025 WNBA 3-Point Contest, scheduled for All-Star Weekend on Friday. She revealed this news to The New York Post. Ionescu initially sparked speculation about her involvement through a subtle Instagram post. The post featured a photo of her with Stephen Curry from last year's NBA All-Star 3-Point Contest, captioned only with several eyebrow-raising emojis. This marks Ionescu's second appearance in the WNBA 3-Point Contest. Her last participation was in 2023, where she delivered a record-breaking performance by scoring 37 points in the final round – the highest single-round score in both WNBA and NBA history. In 2024, Ionescu competed directly against Stephen Curry at the NBA 3-Point Contest, narrowly losing 29-26 to the Golden State Warriors star. Currently in her sixth WNBA season, Ionescu is averaging 19.4 points, 4.6 rebounds, 5.3 assists, and 1.6 steals. While her three-point shooting percentage this season (32.4%) is a career low, she holds a career three-point percentage of 35.9%. So far, Ionescu and Washington Mystics rookie Sonia Citron are the only confirmed participants for this year's WNBA 3-Point Contest, which is set to take place in Indiana.
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Exclusive | Liberty’s Sabrina Ionescu to compete in 3-point contest at WNBA All-Star Game
Sabrina Ionescu sparked speculation about her participation in the upcoming WNBA All-Star 3-point contest by posting a cryptic Instagram story on Friday. The story featured a photo from her 2023 shootout with Stephen Curry at the NBA All-Star event, accompanied by eyeball emojis. Following her team's win on Sunday, Ionescu confirmed to The Post that the assumptions were correct: she will indeed participate in Friday's 3-point contest in Indianapolis. She joins Mystics rookie Sonia Citron as the only confirmed participants so far, though Fever star Caitlin Clark is strongly believed to join, especially since the event is hosted in her team's city. This marks Ionescu's second appearance in the WNBA 3-point contest; she won the event in 2023. During that victory, she set a record by scoring 37 points in the final round, breaking the previous WNBA and NBA single-round records. Ionescu also famously faced Stephen Curry head-to-head at the 2024 NBA All-Star weekend, where he narrowly defeated her 29-26. When asked about the possibility of facing Clark specifically in the contest, Ionescu downplayed it, stating she first needs to make it to the second round. Ionescu, a four-time All-Star, is a career 35.9% three-point shooter. This season, she has made 47 three-pointers (tied for third most in the league) but is shooting a career-low 32.4% from beyond the arc. In a separate roster move, the Liberty waived guard Marquesha Davis ahead of Sunday's mid-season cut-down deadline. This action provides the team with greater financial flexibility and opens a roster spot for potential future additions.
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TNT survives San Miguel comeback after controversial Game 1 ending
TNT Tropang 5G narrowly defeated the San Miguel Beermen 99-96 in Game 1 of the PBA Philippine Cup finals at the Araneta Coliseum on Sunday, July 13, despite squandering a 24-point lead. The victory came amidst a controversial finish. The game's turning point occurred in the final minute. San Miguel big man Mo Tautuaa appeared to give his team a 98-97 lead with 56 seconds left after a pump fake drew a foul and his missed dunk attempt bounced in. However, officials later overturned the basket after a review prompted by a jump ball situation with 6.2 seconds remaining. They ruled it offensive interference because Tautuaa pulled down the rim before the ball went through the net. Following the overturned basket, TNT's Calvin Oftana sank two crucial free throws with 3.6 seconds left to seal the win. San Miguel's CJ Perez had a chance to tie the game but missed a contested three-pointer. TNT coach Chot Reyes acknowledged the overturned call was pivotal, stating they believed it looked like offensive interference and were fortunate it was reversed. He also noted his team anticipated San Miguel's significant fourth-quarter comeback. The Beermen, trailing 74-92, mounted a 19-0 run led by June Mar Fajardo, CJ Perez, and Don Trollano to take a 93-92 lead before Roger Pogoy hit a three-pointer to put TNT back ahead 97-96, setting up the controversial ending.
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Preview: Mystics continue out west to face the Storm
The Washington Mystics face the Seattle Storm on Sunday, July 13th at 6 p.m. ET at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, WA. The game will be broadcast on ION. The Mystics enter the game with Georgia Amoore listed as out. The Storm have Lexie Brown listed as day-to-day and Katie Lou Samuelson out. Washington is playing well recently, climbing back to a .500 record at 10-10. Rookies Kiki Iriafen and Sonia Citron have both been named All-Stars, while Shakira Austin and Brittney Sykes are also performing well. The team has won five of their last seven games, including victories against Minnesota and two wins against Las Vegas. Seattle holds a 12-8 record and has won six of its last nine games. This road game is considered the toughest on the Mystics' schedule in the past two weeks, especially as they travel to Los Angeles afterwards. This matchup marks the first meeting between the two teams this season. They will play again in Washington D.C. on July 26th and a final time in D.C. on August 24th. The Mystics are considered significant underdogs for this game, given only about a 23% chance of winning.
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Cyprus claim record-breaking fifth FIBA U16 Women's EuroBasket, Division C title
Cyprus defeated Armenia 65-58 in the FIBA U16 Women's EuroBasket 2025 Division C Final in Peja, Kosovo, securing their fifth Division C title, a new record. Cyprus dominated throughout, only trailing briefly early on. They built an eight-point lead in the first quarter and extended it to 38-27 by halftime after limiting Armenia to 10 points in the second quarter. Cyprus pushed their lead to 17 points early in the second half. Armenia mounted a late 6-0 run in the final period to reduce the deficit to single digits, but ran out of time for a full comeback. Angeliki Kyprianou led Cyprus with 19 points, supported by Katerina Shakalli's 18 points (including four three-pointers), 7 rebounds, and 5 assists. Tournament MVP Evelina Demetriadi contributed 8 rebounds, 3 assists, and 4 steals despite scoring only 4 points. Kelin Shajanian scored 22 points for Armenia. Albania retained the bronze medal, defeating Malta 61-57 in the Third Place Game. Albania overcame a 10-point deficit in the third quarter, led by Antea Filopati's all-around performance of 13 points, 10 assists, 9 steals, and 7 rebounds. In other classification games, Georgia secured fifth place by beating tournament hosts Kosovo 81-67, fueled by Ana Mestumrishvili's 24 points (matched by Kosovo's Anila Fazliu). Moldova claimed seventh place with a 55-33 victory over Gibraltar, highlighted by Eva Gorbunova's double-double of 12 points and 17 rebounds. The final standings and scores were: Cyprus 65-58 Armenia (Gold), Albania 61-57 Malta (Bronze), Georgia 81-67 Kosovo (5th), Moldova 55-33 Gibraltar (7th).
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Anthony Edwards Stars in Timberwolves' Summer League Jab at Nuggets
The Minnesota Timberwolves are aiming to become consistent NBA Finals contenders, with their young stars seen as key to that goal. Several of these players, including second-year guards Rob Dillingham and Terrence Shannon Jr., along with first-round draft pick Joan Beringer, are currently showcasing their skills at the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas. These players have impressed in the Timberwolves' early Summer League games. Notably, Joan Beringer tied a Summer League record with seven blocks during his debut performance. Star player Anthony Edwards attended the team's recent Summer League game against the Denver Nuggets, a 94-83 Timberwolves victory, sitting courtside to show support. During the game, Edwards interacted with a young fan wearing a Jamal Murray Nuggets jersey, signing an autograph on a ball cap for him. The Timberwolves' social media team capitalized on this moment, posting a video of the interaction on X (formerly Twitter) with the caption "@nuggets, y'all seeing this?". This was widely perceived as the team trolling the Nuggets, a challenging opponent they didn't face in the previous postseason. Fans reacted positively to the post, with comments like "Let the admin cook" accompanied by laughing and fire emojis.
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DREAM VS LIBERTY PREDICTIONS, PICKS & ODDS FOR TODAY'S WNBA GAME
The article predicts that the Atlanta Dream will cover the +4.5 point spread against the New York Liberty in their upcoming WNBA game. Despite the Dream losing four of their last six games, including a heavy defeat to Indiana, their recently improved offense (now ranked fourth in scoring at 84.3 PPG) positions them to compete with the high-scoring Liberty (86.7 PPG). Atlanta also split the season series, winning decisively at home against New York on June 29th. The Liberty, after starting the season 9-0, have struggled recently with a 4-6 record, often allowing high scores (89+ points in five of those losses). This downturn is partly attributed to the continued absence of injured center Jonquel Jones. While New York has won eight of the last ten head-to-head matchups, Atlanta has covered the point spread in three straight games and five of the last six. The Liberty's strong 8-2 home record is contrasted by their less impressive 5-4-1 record against the spread at home. The article's best bet is the Dream +4.5 (-110). It also recommends two player prop bets: Allisha Gray over 17.5 points (citing her season average of 18.7 and a 20-point performance against New York last meeting, despite a recent poor outing) and Sabrina Ionescu over 2.5 made three-pointers (noting her 7-for-15 three-point shooting against Atlanta this season and a bounce-back expectation after a 1-for-9 performance).
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Atlanta Dream coach sends warning to Caitlin Clark and the Fever
The Indiana Fever, despite high expectations following Caitlin Clark's drafting in 2024 and championship hype in her second season (2025), are struggling for consistency. They currently sit fourth in the Eastern Conference, barely holding onto the final playoff spot. This downturn, partly attributed to Clark's injury problems, has created an opportunity for teams like the Atlanta Dream to climb the standings. Under first-year head coach Karl Smesko, the Dream boast a 12-7 record entering a crucial Friday night game against the Fever in Indianapolis. Smesko has declared his team "really good" and emphasized they are still improving, but stressed the urgency of getting better with only half the season remaining. He wants consistent effort focused on their game plan and putting pressure on opponents for the entire game, regardless of the score. Smesko, transitioning from 22 years coaching college basketball, has overseen dramatic improvement in Atlanta. Led by All-Star Allisha Gray, the Dream possess the league's third-best offense and fifth-best defense. Implementing a style emphasizing 3-point attempts, Atlanta has scored at least 90 points in eight of their 19 games. However, Smesko seeks more consistent execution throughout entire games. The Fever have lost two of their three meetings with the Dream this season, including a 77-58 defeat on June 10th when Clark was absent due to injury. With Clark now back from her groin injury, Indiana hopes to counter Atlanta on Friday. Achieving this will require a strong defensive performance to contain Atlanta's key players: Allisha Gray, Rhyne Howard, and Brittney Griner.
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Transfer Tracker: What are the biggest summer moves in EuroLeague Women?
A club has signed Julie Wojta, Becky Massey, Marie Guelich, Camille Droguet, and Aminata Diagne. Another club has signed Cecilia Zandalsini, Maria Conde, Jessica Shepard, Marieme Badiane, and Anete Steinberga. A third club signed Yueru Li while extending contracts for Emma Messeeman, Tilbe Senyurek, Sevgi Uzun, Olcay Cakir, Alperi Onar, and Julie Allemand. A fourth club signed Liz Dixon, Tenin Magassa, Isabelle Strunc, Vaciana Gomis, Maia Hirsch, and Lucile Jerome, while extending contracts for Coline Franchelin, Tiffany Clarke, and Noemie Brochant. A fifth club signed Ciera Johnson, Daniel Raber, Nausia Woolfolk, Ivana Jakubcova, Maria Katsoumouri, and Panorea Ntala, while extending contracts for Eleanna Christinaki, Evgenia Kollatou, and Angeliki Nikolopoulou. A sixth club signed Nika Muhl while extending contracts for Zala Friskovec, Jelena Brooks, Zsuzsanna Sitku, Szofi Sinka-Palinkas, Jovana Jevtovic, Sara Laczko, Klaudia Papp, Zora Rokob, and Vivien Borondy. A seventh club extended the contract of Ainhoa Lopez. An eighth club signed Maria Araujo, Tanaya Atkinson, and Marija Lekovic while extending contracts for Kayla Alexander, Awa Fam, Elena Buenavida, Alina Iagupova, and Raquel Carrera.
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MCG, SCG Miss Out on WBBL Season as Stadium Series Put on Hold
Cricket Australia has announced that the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) and Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) will not host any regular-season Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) matches in the upcoming season, shelving the high-profile Stadium Series. This decision is attributed to a packed schedule. The WBBL season is compressed into a 35-day window from November 9 to December 13, designed to fit between the Women's ODI World Cup in India and the start of the men's Big Bash League. Only one major stadium will feature in the schedule: Adelaide Oval will host two matches on November 28, making it the sole survivor of the Stadium Series this season. BBL general manager Alistair Dobson explained that the crowded calendar left no room to properly stage more high-profile stadium events. While seeking the right venues and promotion opportunities each season, scheduling constraints this year prevented optimizing games at the big stadiums, though Dobson emphasized this doesn't preclude a return in future seasons. Despite the absence of regular-season games, the MCG remains a contender to host the WBBL final on December 13 if a Melbourne team earns the right. This is because Melbourne's typical WBBL venue, Junction Oval, won't have lighting ready for the prime-time Saturday final. Other potential final venues with adequate lighting include North Sydney Oval, Allan Border Field, the WACA, and Karen Rolton Oval (as an Adelaide alternative since Adelaide Oval is unavailable due to Ashes preparations). The SCG, Gabba, and Perth Stadium are seen as unlikely final hosts. Further complicating scheduling, clubs have raised concerns about needing to play games at neutral venues to reduce broadcast logistics. Broadcasters Channel Seven and Foxtel required limits on equipment movement across the travel-heavy season, forcing Cricket Australia into compromises. An example given is the Melbourne Stars and Perth Scorchers meeting in Adelaide just two days before the Adelaide Strikers and Scorchers play in Melbourne.
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Warriors land in ‘Group of Death’ for upcoming NBA In-Season Tournament
The Golden State Warriors have been placed in a challenging "Group of Death" for the NBA Cup's group stage, alongside the Houston Rockets, Denver Nuggets, San Antonio Spurs, and Portland Trail Blazers. This draw is particularly difficult because the Rockets and Nuggets are considered two of the top Western Conference contenders behind the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Rockets, who finished the season with the conference's second-best record and defeated the Warriors in the playoffs, strengthened their roster this offseason by adding Kevin Durant, Dorian Finney-Smith, and Clint Capela without losing core players. The Nuggets, who pushed the Thunder to seven games in the Western Conference Semifinals, improved their depth with additions like Cam Johnson, Tim Hardaway Jr., Bruce Brown, and Jonas Valančiūnas. Furthermore, the group includes two potential Western Conference sleepers: the Spurs and the Trail Blazers. The Spurs are optimistic about the development of their young core, including Victor Wembanyama, De'Aaron Fox, Stephon Castle, Dylan Harper, and Devin Vassell. The Trail Blazers focused on bolstering their emerging defense by acquiring veteran point guard Jrue Holiday this offseason. While the Warriors' ultimate goals for the 2025-26 season extend far beyond winning the in-season tournament, the NBA Cup provides early high-intensity competition. Being in this tough group offers the Warriors opportunities to gauge themselves against key Western Conference rivals early in the regular season. A strong performance could boost their confidence, while struggles might prompt General Manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. to pursue more aggressive trades before the deadline.
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NBA Players React To Donovan Mitchell Personal News
Cleveland Cavaliers star Donovan Mitchell, aged 28 and considered one of the NBA's best players currently in his prime, announced on Friday via Instagram that he is engaged to Coco Jones. The engagement announcement prompted congratulatory messages from numerous NBA players and entities, including Jaylen Brown ("Yessir my boy 🎉"), Kevin Love ("Congrats my brother ❤️🫶🏻💎"), Rudy Gay ("👏👏👏👏"), Grant Williams ("Congrats My Guy 🔥🎉"), Isaac Okoro ("Yesssir , congrats 🍾"), Tyrese Maxey ("Tough"), Adidas Basketball ("Congrats SPIDA 🥹❤️"), and Emoni Bates ("Congrats brudda"). Social media posts (Twitter and Instagram) documented the announcement and featured images of Mitchell and Jones.
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