Willie G. Ramirez 10/3/20 Willie G. Ramirez 10/3/20

Aces coach brings Wright stuff to bench

After a lengthy career in the WNBA, and three seasons as an assistant coach with the Charlotte 49ers, Tanisha Wright joined Bill Laimbeer's coaching staff with first-hand knowledge of how the former Bad Boy's mind works.

Willie G. Ramirez 7/18/24 Willie G. Ramirez 7/18/24

RANKS: Liberty sit atop final rankings into break

Since May 29, during its 17-2 run, the Liberty rank second in the league with 86.6 points per game, and third in allowing 74.2 ppg. During that span, the Liberty are the only team to rank in the top three.

Willie G. Ramirez 7/11/24 Willie G. Ramirez 7/11/24

Like him or not, Sanders gets things done his way

His end is definitely not near, and he's certainly not facing the final curtain. But make no mistake, Deion Sanders is doing things his way. During his press conference at Big 12 Media Days on Wednesday, he stated his case of which he's certain.

Willie G. Ramirez 7/8/24 Willie G. Ramirez 7/8/24

RANKS: Healthy Aces return to top of rankings

The Las Vegas Aces return to the top of the power rankings, as the two-time defending champions are 7-1 since Chelsea Gray’s return.

Willie G. Ramirez 7/4/24 Willie G. Ramirez 7/4/24

‘Psychological Flexibility’ has Aces guard aplomb

Las Vegas guard Kelsey Plum recently learned the term “psychological flexibility” and applied it to her game, finding new ways to appreciate her contributions while helping the Aces find ways to win.

Willie G. Ramirez 7/1/24 Willie G. Ramirez 7/1/24

RANKS: Lynx and Liberty still to decide who is No. 1

Minnesota beat New York, but then lost in Dallas. the Liberty had the week off before beating Atlanta Sunday. Vegas and Seattle went 2-0. And the Sun lost, again. So what does that mean for the Top 5?

Willie G. Ramirez 6/28/24 Willie G. Ramirez 6/28/24

Polynesian passion fueling PowerSlap vibe

Now the face of PowerSlap heading into the third public event, Layne "Koa" Viernes leads a brash contingent of Polynesian strikers who've collectively fueled much of the excitement for each card.

Willie G. Ramirez 6/25/24 Willie G. Ramirez 6/25/24

WNBA BETTING: Market corrections have Favorites and Over cashing tickets

The betting market has corrected itself several times over the first six weeks of the season. After underdogs dominated in May, it’s been the favorites cashing in during June.

Willie G. Ramirez 6/24/24 Willie G. Ramirez 6/24/24

RANKS: Nobody is safe in 2024

Nobody is the WNBA is safe this season, as it’s anyone’s guess who is showing up with their best game in 2024. The new power rankings are out with a new No. 1.

Willie G. Ramirez 6/23/24 Willie G. Ramirez 6/23/24

Sug Sutton finds sweet spot with Phoenix Mercury

Sug Sutton found herself out of the WNBA for two seasons, but never gave up hope. Now, she’s become an integral part of the playoff-contending Phoenix Mercury.

Willie G. Ramirez 6/19/24 Willie G. Ramirez 6/19/24

Fever’s win streak can be attributed to Boston’s surge

Aliyah Boston’s improved offensive production earned her Eastern Conference Player of the Week honors, and has also helped the Indiana Fever win five of seven and enter the playoff race after the team opened the season 1-8.

Willie G. Ramirez 6/18/24 Willie G. Ramirez 6/18/24

And the early season WNBA awards go to…

A’ja Wilson is the only player who ranks in the top 3 in points, rebounds and blocks per game. Is she the frontrunner for WNBA MVP? The early season awards are in.

Willie G. Ramirez 6/17/24 Willie G. Ramirez 6/17/24

'Fight Night' in Las Vegas always has meant more than just boxing

There has always been something special about Fight Night in Las Vegas. For decades, the Entertainment Capital of the World has widely been recognized as the Boxing Capital of the World, too.

Willie G. Ramirez 6/17/24 Willie G. Ramirez 6/17/24

RANKS: Mystics win twice, out of the basement

The top three teams didn’t change heading into Week 6, but the bottom of the rankings did. With the Washington Mystics winning twice, they move out of the basement.

Willie G. Ramirez 6/12/24 Willie G. Ramirez 6/12/24

From Minnesota to Paris, Reeve bringing good vibes

Now in her 15th season at the helm in Minnesota, coach Cheryl Reeve is set to coach the U.S. National Team next month in the 2024 Paris Olympics. And she’s bringing nothing but good vibes.

Willie G. Ramirez 6/10/24 Willie G. Ramirez 6/10/24

RANKS: Empire State of Mind for No. 1 New York

New York takes over the top spot this week after handing Connecticut its first loss of the season, while two-time defending champion Las Vegas plummets into the bottom half of the rankings.

Willie G. Ramirez 6/9/24 Willie G. Ramirez 6/9/24

Representing USA is special vibe for WNBA vets

Diana Taurasi will play in her sixth Olympic games, Brittney Griner will play in international competition for the first time since her detainment in a Russian prison, and both will be joined by 10 of the greatest players in the world to represent USA in Paris.

Willie G. Ramirez 6/8/24 Willie G. Ramirez 6/8/24

OPINION: U.S. Olympic selection committee did Caitlin Clark a favor

The U.S. Olympic selection committee did WNBA rookie Caitlin Clark a huge favor in leaving her off this year’s roster. Clark will have played 65 games in 255 days when the All-Star Break arrives - an average of one game every 3.5 days.

Willie G. Ramirez 6/7/24 Willie G. Ramirez 6/7/24

WNBPA brass embracing special time for the WNBA

Just 25 days into the season, and narratives surrounding the WNBA continue to overflow. And WNBPA president Nneka Ogwumike and vice-president Kelsey Plum agreed the same energy many veterans have felt for years is finally being matched by a newfound fanbase.,

Willie G. Ramirez 6/7/24 Willie G. Ramirez 6/7/24

Brink fulfills childhood goal

Los Angeles Sparks rookie Cameron Brink accomplished a childhood goal to represent the United States in the Olympics when she was named to the 3x3 US National Team.

Willie G. Ramirez 6/5/24 Willie G. Ramirez 6/5/24

NOTES: Lynx cashing tickets for WNBA bettors

Based on the ATS (against the spread) numbers at Covers.com, the Minnesota Lynx are the top dog when it comes to investing the window, as they've not only opened the campaign 6-2 SU (straight-up) on the court, but they're an impressive 7-1 ATS.

Willie G. Ramirez 6/2/24 Willie G. Ramirez 6/2/24

RANKS: Top 4 look the same, but in different order

Three teams went undefeated last week, including top-ranked Connecticut (8-0), which remains undefeated after winning all three of its games. The Sun remain No. 1, but 2-4 have changed once again.

Willie G. Ramirez 5/30/24 Willie G. Ramirez 5/30/24

If the WNBA is Public Enemy No. 1, then Bring the Noise ladies

Just 2-1/2 weeks into the season, and there are plenty of narratives in and around the WNBA. Some are pretty damn good, others are extremely bad. Haters gon’ hate, as they say. But it hasn't taken long for WNBA’s veterans and coaches to defend their sisterhood, taking offense to storylines being created at every turn, the most popular ones surrounding Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark.

Willie G. Ramirez 5/28/24 Willie G. Ramirez 5/28/24

NOTES: VanDerveer’s impact carries into WNBA

Of the 12 teams in the WNBA, Stanford is represented on six of the teams, with seven active players who played under former coach Tara VanDerveer, the all-time winningest basketball coach for both men and women.

Willie G. Ramirez 5/27/24 Willie G. Ramirez 5/27/24

RANKS: Sun rise, Lynx prowl, Aces drop…

Time to shake up the power rankings for Week 3, as the Connecticut Sun are the only unbeaten team in the WNBA, but where does that leave the two-time defending champion Las Vegas Aces?

Willie G. Ramirez 5/26/24 Willie G. Ramirez 5/26/24

The existence of mental health issues in the WNBA

The WNBA is a heavy dose of reality and can certainly interfere with the elation rookies feel after achieving their dream of making it to the league. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, but sustaining cerebral durability for the next four or five months is a challenge they acknowledge they're up against.

Willie G. Ramirez 5/21/24 Willie G. Ramirez 5/21/24

NOTES: WNBA rookie class living up to its billing

The 2024 WNBA rookie class has quickly lived up to its billing after the first week of the regular season.

Willie G. Ramirez 5/20/24 Willie G. Ramirez 5/20/24

RANKS: Solid camp helps Lynx open season 2-0

POWER RANKINGS: The top three in this week’s WNBA power rankings. From there, there was plenty of movement with one team making the biggest jump to No. 4 after a 2-0 start.

Willie G. Ramirez 5/18/24 Willie G. Ramirez 5/18/24

Martin’s block heard ‘round Las Vegas highlights debut

Las Vegas Aces rookie Kate Martin made her WNBA debut on Saturday, May 18, and it was a performance that might be remembered for the block heard round Las Vegas.

Willie G. Ramirez 5/17/24 Willie G. Ramirez 5/17/24

Natasha Cloud writing new chapter in The Valley

Natasha Cloud ranks third in the WNBA with 1,265 assists since arriving in the league in 2015. Also in that span, she ranks ninth among all guards with 785 rebounds. She won her first championship, then with the Washington Mystics. Now she’s looking for a second ring in Phoenix.

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