
박지현, WNBA서 두 자릿수 득점…LA 스파크스 연패 탈출 기여
미국여자프로농구(WNBA) 로스앤젤레스 스파크스의 박지현 선수가 포틀랜드 파이어전에서 12점을 기록하며 팀의 6연패 탈출에 기여했다. 스파크스는 데리카 햄비와 은네카 오그우미케의 활약에 힘입어 106-101로 승리했다.

미국여자프로농구(WNBA) 로스앤젤레스 스파크스의 박지현 선수가 포틀랜드 파이어전에서 12점을 기록하며 팀의 6연패 탈출에 기여했다. 스파크스는 데리카 햄비와 은네카 오그우미케의 활약에 힘입어 106-101로 승리했다.

Rallies for and against transgender participation in women's sports occurred at the Indiana Fever vs. Minnesota Lynx game, following Fever guard Sophie Cunningham's recent comments. Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve wore a 'Trans kids belong' shirt, while Cunningham was booed by some fans.

The Los Angeles Sparks traded All-Star guard Kelsey Plum to the Phoenix Mercury for a 2025 first-round pick, Monique Akoa Makani, and a 2028 second-round draft choice. The deal, finalized before Sunday's trade deadline, sees Plum join Phoenix while recovering from a lower leg injury.

Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham has become a right-wing culture war ambassador, profiting from anti-Black and anti-transgender sentiments within the WNBA. The article argues her rise is fueled by racial and gender dynamics, contrasting her reception with Black players and highlighting how her persona appeals to a "bro culture" audience.

WNBA player Sophie Cunningham states she is unconcerned by rallies supporting her stance against transgender participation in women's sports, which have occurred outside recent Indiana Fever games. The rallies, attracting small crowds, are tied to a Washington state ballot initiative.
Angel Reese accepted Australian coach Sandy Brondello's apology after the WNBA suspended Brondello for calling Reese a "protected species" during a game, a comment Reese found derogatory due to its US connotations.

Angel Reese accepted Toronto Tempo coach Sandy Brondello's apology after Brondello was suspended one game by the WNBA for calling Reese a "protected species." Brondello explained the comment was a common Australian sports phrase but acknowledged its derogatory interpretation in the US, expressing regret.

WNBA suspended Toronto Tempo coach Sandy Brondello for one game due to an "inappropriate comment" made during a game against the Atlanta Dream. Brondello apologized for calling Angel Reese a "protected species," acknowledging the phrase's different impact in the US, especially for Black women.
WNBA coach Sandy Brondello has been suspended for one game by the league for using an "inappropriate comment" during a game. The comment, directed at player Angel Reese, was "protected species," which Brondello later apologized for, acknowledging its derogatory implications in the US.

Eleven Republican politicians have written to the WNBA, urging Commissioner Cathy Engelbert to protect star player Caitlin Clark from "multiple attacks" on court. The lawmakers expressed concern that these "attacks" may be racially motivated, given Clark is white and most WNBA players are Black. They requested clarification on the league's policies regarding on-court aggression and online harassment.

LA 스파크스가 인디애나 피버를 106-92로 꺾고 3연패에서 벗어났다. LA의 박지현은 3점, 인디애나의 케이틀린 클라크는 허리 부상 복귀전에서 9점을 기록했다.

The WNBA faces challenges with a small player pool, but talent is vast. This article highlights overlooked players like Rebekah Gardner, NaLyssa Smith, Kaila Charles, and Madina Okot. It also addresses online toxicity directed at players, including Caitlin Clark and Alyssa Thomas, and revisits the league's first broadcast.

Caitlin Clark's WNBA entry has drawn millions of new fans, but also fueled culture-war anxieties, with her supporters framing her as a victim of rivals and the league. Controversies, like her absence from a WNBA poster and a collision with Alyssa Thomas, are amplified by fans who ignore broader contexts and league history.

Phoenix Mercury player Alyssa Thomas reported receiving death threats and racial slurs following a one-game suspension for making contact with Caitlin Clark's throat. Thomas criticized WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert for player safety, calling the league's response "unacceptable."
Women's sports face a new challenge: retaining teenage girls despite increased visibility, with solutions lying in ecosystem building, leadership opportunities, and community support, as highlighted by Lauren Jackson and others at the NBA's Her Time To Play panel in Singapore.

Marina Mabrey anotó 53 puntos para Toronto Tempo, igualando el récord histórico de anotación en un partido de la WNBA y el de triples (9). Su equipo venció 125-97 a Las Angeles Sparks, con María Conde sumando 13 puntos.

Marina Mabrey of the Toronto Tempo tied the WNBA's single-game scoring record with 53 points, including nine 3-pointers, in a 125-97 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks. She surpassed her previous career high and led her team to a dominant win.

多倫多節奏後衛馬布雷在WNBA對洛杉磯火花的比賽中狂轟53分,追平聯盟單場得分紀錄,並創下多項新猷,助球隊以125比97大勝對手。

Marina Mabrey tied the WNBA's single-game scoring record with 53 points, including nine three-pointers, leading the Toronto Tempo to a 125-97 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks. Mabrey surpassed her previous career high, while the Sparks struggled with injuries and foul trouble.

The WNBA has suspended Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas for hitting Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark in the throat during a game. The league retroactively issued a Flagrant Foul 2 penalty for the incident, which occurred in the second quarter of Phoenix's road win.

An Indiana man, Kevin Singh, 48, has been charged with felony stalking and intimidation, and misdemeanor harassment, for allegedly sending threatening and explicit messages to WNBA player Sophie Cunningham and delivering a package to her team's arena.

Awa Fam, jugadora de baloncesto española de 19 años, se une al Seattle Storm de la WNBA tras ser seleccionada en tercera posición del draft. Fam, que dejó su hogar a los 12 años para perseguir su sueño, destaca por su madurez, inteligencia en la cancha y su orgullo por el avance salarial de la liga.

Olivia Miles has rapidly become a WNBA sensation, leading the Minnesota Lynx in scoring and assists. Her dynamic play, compared to legends like Maya Moore, has made her indispensable to the team, especially with Napheesa Collier sidelined. Miles's journey includes a unique college path and a perfectly timed entry into a league with surging rookie salaries.

CNBC will simulcast 11 WNBA games this season, alongside the USA Network, as part of an 11-year media rights agreement. The move aims to expose the league to CNBC's affluent audience and ensure fans don't miss action during overlapping doubleheaders.