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Philadelphia mayor reveals deal for new arena for 76ers

The Sixers and Mayor Parker want the WNBA in Philly. How do we know Philly wants the WNBA?

For any new WNBA franchise, including one in Philadelphia, Caitlin Clark’s presence and popularity won't necessarily translate to success.

Forbes · 12h

Mayor Hopes Sixers’ New Arena Could Help Philadelphia Land A WNBA Team

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker believes the Sixers' new arena deal could help the city land an expansion WNBA team one day.

Portland Press Herald · 1d

Sports Digest: Philadelphia mayor reveals deal for new arena for 76ers

Philadelphia’s mayor has revealed the terms of the deal negotiated with the city’s pro basketball team for a new $1.3 billion arena downtown. The agreement reached earlier this month calls for the Philadelphia 76ers to finance the entire project,

Caitlin Clark, WNBA

The New York Times · 10h

Caitlin Clark joins Fever in condemning ‘hateful comments and threats’ toward WNBA players

INDIANAPOLIS – At Friday’s news conference following the conclusion of the Indiana Fever ’s season, rookie Caitlin Clark and head coach Christie Sides condemned the racist rhetoric many WNBA players said they’ve experienced this season.

The Big Lead on MSN · 13h

Caitlin Clark offers solution to WNBA's 'racism' and 'hateful comments'

The Indiana Fever rookie star said there is no place for "racism" or "hateful comments" in the WNBA during her exit interview on Friday.

Associated Press · 12h

Caitlin Clark: ‘Nobody in our league should be facing any sort of racism’

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark condemned racism during her postseason press conference on Friday. The WNBA recently issued a statement on social media defending its players and making it clear they were against negative and offensive comments on social media.

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USA Today · 11h

Mercury's Brittney Griner says WNBA statement condemning racism, threats 'way overdue'

Phoenix Mercury All-Star Brittney Griner spoke during the team's exit interviews, the day after Phoenix's playoff elimination at Minnesota Lynx.

FOX News on MSN · 7h

Brittney Griner blasts 'new fans' who hurled 'racial slurs' at her, other WNBA players

WNBA veteran Brittney Griner supported fellow players in the league Thursday, saying they "don't deserve" the "racial slurs" from "new fans."

The Spun on MSN · 15h

Brittney Griner Says WNBA Fans Yelled Racial Slurs At Her This Season

The WNBA has a huge problem on its hands regarding fan behavior. Several stars have called out fans for racist remarks, including Phoenix Mercury star Brittney Griner. Earlier this week, the WNBA released a statement this week about the hateful comments some players are receiving whether it's

The WNBA’s Historic Run Overshadowed by Racism — a Tale as Old as Time

The WNBA issued a statement condemning racist and discriminatory attacks, and many feel it's coming too late. What the league ...

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Basketball-WNBA players say league needs to do more to address abuse by 'new fans'

WNBA players say the surging popularity of the women's basketball league has opened the door for harassment, and the league's ...

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WNBA players blast USA Today’s Christine Brennan over interview: ‘We call B.S.’

The players of the WNBA are not happy with USA Today’s Christine Brennan. The columnist drew widespread criticism from ...

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Breanna Stewart Would Speak Out Against 'Certain Fan Base' Amid WNBA Controversy

Many prominent members of the women's basketball community have spoken out about the influx of hate that the WNBA has experienced this year, which appears to ha ...

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Caitlin Clark wins WNBA Rookie of Year: 'Is she the best guard in the WNBA right now?'

As part of an MVP-caliber season in her first year in the WNBA, Caitlin Clark has run away with the Rookie of the Year honor.

Alyssa Thomas and Stephanie White say social media vitriol toward WNBA players needs to end

WNBA players and their union spoke out against Commissioner Cathy Engelbert a few weeks ago when she failed to condemn racist ...

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NBA Legend Deems Diana Taurasi Top 10 Basketball Player, 'Men and Women'

Regardless of whether she has played her last WNBA game, Diana Taurasi has already cemented herself as one of (if not the) greatest women's basketball players o ...

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Unrivaled Basketball now includes players from every WNBA team except Fever

Brittney Sykes and Shakira Austin became the latest additions to Unrivaled, the new 3x3 basketball league set to take place ...

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WNBA players say league needs to do more to address abuse by 'new fans'

WNBA players say the surging popularity of the women's basketball league has opened the door for harassment, and the league's ...

Santa Rosa Press Democrat10h

WNBA semifinals feature marquee players, a finals rematch and teams looking for 1st titles

The Las Vegas Aces will face the New York Liberty in a WNBA Finals rematch from last season, while the Connecticut Sun play ...

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