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2026 WNBA Playoffs: Stewart's 34 Puts the No. 1 Lynx on the Brink
Breanna Stewart went for 34 and 12 in Minnesota, and a best-of-three first round means the league's top seed now plays an elimination game Tuesday in New York.
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A'ja Wilson Makes It Three Straight as AP WNBA Award Winners Land on Game 1 Morning
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Indiana Fever Injury News Lands a Day Before Las Vegas
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Paige Bueckers Leans on a Big-Game Resume Entering Her First WNBA Playoffs
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- WNBAWNBA playoffs schedule 2026: Seeds set, games tip SundayThe first round of the 2026 WNBA playoffs opens Sunday. The semifinals tip Oct. 4 and the Finals open Oct. 17.
- WNBA2026 WNBA playoffs: Key questions, takeaways from Sunday's Game 1sHow New York pulled out the win against Minnesota, plus more from Sunday's first-round games.
- WNBALiberty push No. 1-seed Lynx to brink in stunning Game 1 upsetBreanna Stewart put up 34 points and 12 rebounds to help the Liberty to a Game 1 upset of the No. 1-seeded Lynx.
- WNBALiberty push No. 1-seed Lynx to brink in stunning Game 1 upsetBreanna Stewart put up 34 points and 12 rebounds to help the Liberty to a Game 1 upset of the No. 1-seeded Lynx.
- WNBALiberty push No. 1-seed Lynx to brink in stunning Game 1 upsetBreanna Stewart put up 34 points and 12 rebounds to help the Liberty to a Game 1 upset of the No. 1-seeded Lynx.
- WNBAMinnesota Lynx vs. New York Liberty - Game HighlightsWatch the Game Highlights from Minnesota Lynx vs. New York Liberty, 09/27/2026
- WNBABreanna Stewart's 34 points leads the Liberty in Game 1, and pushes the top-seeded Lynx to the brink— Breanna Stewart produced yet another clutch performance in the
- WNBAA'ja Wilson, Reese, Clark lead AP's WNBA award winnersA'ja Wilson is in a class by herself, winning the AP WNBA Player of the Year award for an unprecedented third straight season. Angel Reese dethroned Wilson as Defensive Player of the Year, and Caitlin Clark was named Comeback Player of the Year.
- WNBAWhere to Watch WNBA 2026 Playoffs Online Live Without Cable for FreeWomen's basketball fans have plenty of options to catch games during the playoffs — here's how.
- WNBAA'ja Wilson, Reese, Clark lead AP's WNBA award winnersA'ja Wilson is in a class by herself, winning the AP WNBA Player of the Year award for an unprecedented third straight season. Angel Reese dethroned Wilson as Defensive Player of the Year, and Caitlin Clark was named Comeback Player of the Year.
- WNBAWings' Bueckers touts big-game experience ahead of WNBA playoffsWings star Paige Bueckers said her big-game experience, including winning an NCAA title at UConn and a gold medal in the FIBA World Cup, have prepared her for her first WNBA postseason.
- WNBA2026 WNBA playoffs: Key questions, takeaways from Sunday's Game 1sFrom the first tipoff to the final buzzer, we've got everything you need to know for Sunday's openers.
- WNBAWNBA Playoff Push and Changing of the GuardKey StoriesLas Vegas Aces Pursue Dynasty StatusThe Aces are entering the playoffs with the potential to cement their place in history as a modern basketball dynasty, requiring nine more wins for immortality.Nneka Ogwumike Retires After Illustrious CareerLos Angeles Sparks legend Nneka Ogwumike has officially called it a career after 15 seasons, drawing widespread tributes from players and coaches across the league.Emerging Stars Prepare for Postseason DebutsHigh-profile young players including Paige Bueckers and Olivia Miles are leaning on their collegiate and international experience to navigate their first WNBA playoff runs.Injury Concerns Cloud Fever Championship HopesThe Indiana Fever released a concerning update regarding star player Aliyah Boston just 24 hours before their critical opening series against the Las Vegas Aces.New York Liberty Seek Identity in Lynx MatchupThe Liberty are entering the playoffs focused on internal consistency as they prepare for a highly anticipated se
- WNBAWhat channel is South Carolina women's basketball vs College of Charleston on today? Time, TVWhat channel is South Carolina women's basketball vs College of Charleston game on today? How to watch, including time, live streaming info.
- WNBASouth Carolina DE Dylan Stewart throws punch at Alabama TE Josh Ford - Stream the VideoSouth Carolina DE Dylan Stewart throws punch at Alabama TE Josh Ford on Watch ESPN, first streamed on Sunday, September 27, 2026.
- WNBA“Caitlin Clark Deserves So Much Better”: NFL Insider Calls Out ESPN Veteran’s Reporing on the Fever StarEven after being a host for ESPN for 34 years, Linda Cohn’s is being called out for her opinions on women’s basketball. Her outspoken commentary around Caitlin Clark has recently drawn the attention of NFL insider James Boyd, who believes what Cohn does not do justice to reporting, as the Indiana Fever star and her team prepare to play the Las Vegas Aces.
- WNBA2026 WNBA playoffs: Experts pick the first round, WNBA championWe're picking every series in the WNBA playoffs' first round -- and our champions and Finals MVP. Who gets the edge?
- WNBAWings' Bueckers touts big-game experience ahead of WNBA playoffsWings star Paige Bueckers said her big-game experience, including winning an NCAA title at UConn and a gold medal in the FIBA World Cup, have prepared her for her first WNBA postseason.
- WNBAFever's Ty Harris to miss playoffs due to broken left legFever guard Ty Harris will miss the rest of the 2026 season after breaking a bone in her lower left leg, the team announced Saturday.
- WNBATexas' Arch Manning: 'SEC road win, that's what it's all about' - Stream the VideoAfter a close win on Rocky Top, QB Manning credits the No. 1 Longhorns' defense and has high praise for No. 14 Vols QB Faizon Brandon on Watch ESPN, first streamed on Saturday, September 26, 2026.
- WNBAJayden Daniels give Commanders positive news on elbow injury - Stream the VideoJohn Keim reports on Commanders QB Jayden Daniels giving the team good news regarding his elbow injury on Watch ESPN, first streamed on Saturday, September 26, 2026.
- WNBAWNBA Playoff Surge and Postseason ShiftsKey StoriesPostseason Picture Set as Regular Season Demand Hits All Time HighThe 2026 WNBA season reached record levels of public interest and demand as the first-round playoff matchups were finalized, featuring key series like Lynx versus Liberty and Aces versus Fever.Los Angeles Sparks Fire Head Coach After Playoff DroughtThe Los Angeles Sparks parted ways with head coach Lynne Roberts following a disappointing season that marked the franchises sixth consecutive year without a postseason appearance.Atlanta Dream Secures Critical Home Court AdvantageEntering the first round of the 2026 playoffs, the Atlanta Dream secured home-court advantage, positioning them as a strong contender in their upcoming series.Advocacy and Commercial Growth Influence League DiscourseOlympic champion Nancy Hogshead is leading a high-profile push for stricter female-only eligibility rules, while Panini expands the leagues digital footprint with new blockchain-based collectible drops.Educational Focus on Draf
- WNBA2026 WNBA playoffs: Experts pick the first round, WNBA championWe're picking every series in the WNBA playoffs' first round -- and our champions and Finals MVP. Who gets the edge?
- WNBA2026 WNBA playoffs: Experts pick the first round, WNBA championWe're picking every series in the WNBA playoffs' first round -- and our champions and Finals MVP. Who gets the edge?
- WNBALynx open playoffs against the LibertyNew York Liberty (26-18, 13-7 Eastern Conference) at Minnesota Lynx (33-11, 20-3 Western Conference)
- WNBALas Vegas opens playoffs against IndianaIndiana Fever (28-16, 14-6 Eastern Conference) at Las Vegas Aces (31-13, 17-6 Western Conference)
- WNBAAtlanta hosts Washington to begin playoffsWashington Mystics (28-16, 15-5 Eastern Conference) at Atlanta Dream (30-14, 15-5 Eastern Conference)
- WNBAValkyries begin playoffs against the WingsDallas Wings (27-17, 13-10 Western Conference) at Golden State Valkyries (32-12, 15-8 Western Conference)
- WNBAJustin Verlander's daughter throws a perfect first pitch - Stream the VideoJustin Verlander's daughter throws a perfect first pitch on Watch ESPN, first streamed on Friday, September 25, 2026.
- WNBAESPN United Kingdom - Serving Sports Fans. Anytime. Anywhere.Visit ESPN to get up-to-the-minute sports news coverage, scores, highlights and commentary for Football, Cricket, Rugby, F1, Golf, Tennis, NFL, NBA and more.
- WNBAWNBA championship and Finals MVP odds: Lynx head into playoffs as clear favoritesThe Lynx head into the WNBA playoffs as championship favorites, with Napheesa Collier and Olivia Miles the top picks for Finals MVP.
- WNBAWNBA playoffs 2026: How all eight teams could win the titleAt long last, the bracket is finally set. Here are the strengths and potential flaws for all eight teams.
- WNBA2026 WNBA playoffs: Where to watch, time, scheduleThe WNBA will be crowning its next champion.
- WNBA2026 WNBA playoffs: Where to watch, time, scheduleThe WNBA will be crowning its next champion.
- WNBASparks fire head coach Lynne Roberts after 2 seasonsThe Los Angeles Sparks dismissed head coach Lynne Roberts on Friday morning after the team missed the playoffs under her leadership for the second straight season.
- WNBASources: Sparks fire head coach Lynne Roberts after 2 seasonsThe Los Angeles Sparks dismissed head coach Lynne Roberts Friday morning after the team missed the playoffs under her leadership for the second straight season, sources told ESPN.
- WNBASparks fire head coach Lynne Roberts after 2 seasonsThe Los Angeles Sparks dismissed head coach Lynne Roberts on Friday morning after the team missed the playoffs under her leadership for the second straight season.
- WNBAHow South Carolina's McDowell addressed lifelong hearing lossAyla McDowell relied on lip-reading and physical cues to combat her sensorineural hearing loss, but coach Dawn Staley convinced her to finally take action.
- WNBACaitlin Clark: Fever focused on playoffs after blowout loss to LynxIndiana is the No. 6 seed in the playoffs for the third consecutive season after losing 86-66 to Minnesota on Thursday.
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