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Portland Fire
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All WNBA →- 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
- 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.
- WNBALeite has big baskets in overtime as the Fire end the season with a 90-82 win over the Valkyries— Carla Leite made the tiebreaking basket with 1:57 left in overtime and then converted a three-point play with 26.5 seconds to play as the Portland Fire ended the season with a 90-82 victory over the Golden State Valkyries on Tuesday night.
- WNBAFire vs. Golden State Valkyries - Game HighlightsWatch the Game Highlights from Fire vs. Golden State Valkyries, 09/22/2026
- WNBAWNBA Power Rankings: What went right for every team this seasonWhat's the best thing that happened for every WNBA team this season? We break it down.
- WNBAWNBA Playoff Race Tightens as Scoring Records FallKey StoriesOlivia Miles sets new rookie scoring benchmarkMinnesota Lynx rookie Olivia Miles has officially surpassed the single-season rookie scoring record previously held by Caitlin Clark, signaling a rapid escalation in rookie impact across the league.Indiana Fever playoff seeding at risk after Mystics lossThe Fever suffered a significant setback against the Washington Mystics, a loss that complicates their postseason positioning as teams remain tightly bunched in the standings.Lisa Leslie honored with historic statue in Los AngelesWNBA legend Lisa Leslie became the first female athlete to be immortalized with a statue at Crypto.com Arena, marking a milestone for representation in professional sports.Late season matchups impact final standingsGames between the Los Angeles Sparks and Portland Fire, along with upcoming New York Liberty fixtures, continue to shape the final hierarchy heading into the playoffs.TL;DR — The WNBA regular season conclusion sees significant movement in playo
- WNBAPortland faces Golden State, looks to stop 4-game skidGolden State Valkyries (31-11, 14-7 Western Conference) at Portland Fire (16-27, 6-16 Western Conference)
- WNBAOgwumike becomes 4th player in WNBA history with 8,000 points as the Sparks beat the Fire 105-84— Nneka Ogwumike had 20 points, 12 rebounds and five assists to help the Los Angeles Sparks beat the Portland Fire 105-84 on Sunday night.
- WNBALos Angeles Sparks vs. Fire - Game HighlightsWatch the Game Highlights from Los Angeles Sparks vs. Fire, 09/20/2026
- WNBAPortland takes on Los Angeles, seeks to halt 3-game slidePortland Fire (16-26, 6-15 Western Conference) at Los Angeles Sparks (15-26, 8-12 Western Conference)
- WNBAKaitlyn Chen makes five 3-pointers on the way to 17 points off the bench, Valkyries beat Fire 82-66— Kaitlyn Chen scored 17 points off the bench with a career-high five 3-pointers, Laeticia Amihere also scored 17, and the Golden State Valkyries returned from the break for the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup to beat the Portland Fire 82-66 on...
- WNBAGolden State Valkyries vs. Fire - Game HighlightsWatch the Game Highlights from Golden State Valkyries vs. Fire, 09/18/2026
- WNBAGolden State hosts Portland, looks for 30th victory of seasonPortland Fire (16-25, 6-14 Western Conference) at Golden State Valkyries (29-11, 12-7 Western Conference)
- WNBACiezki has 22 points in the Mercury's 94-91 victory over the Fire— Shay Ciezki had 22 points off the bench and the Phoenix Mercury rallied in the fourth quarter for a 94-91 victory over the Portland Fire on Thursday night in the teams' first game back from the FIBA World Cup break.
- WNBAFire vs. Phoenix Mercury - Game HighlightsWatch the Game Highlights from Fire vs. Phoenix Mercury, 09/17/2026
- WNBA30 seasons of the WNBA: How women's basketball has grownAs the league celebrates its 30th season, a visual look at its growth on the court, as a business and as a global influence.
- WNBAPortland plays Phoenix on 3-game home skidPhoenix Mercury (14-26, 8-11 Western Conference) at Portland Fire (16-24, 6-13 Western Conference)
- WNBAInternational Basketball Dominance and WNBA Media TensionsKey StoriesUSA and France Set for World Cup Final MatchupThe United States secured a decisive victory over Hungary while France defeated host Germany to set the stage for a high-stakes championship final.Sophie Cunningham Resists Political and Social BrandingIndiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham has distanced herself from Enes Kanter Freedom's political campaigns while addressing media comments regarding her public image.Portland Fire Star Reflects on European ChallengesCarla Leite highlighted the difficulties of playing in Europe prior to her successful transition to the WNBA, where she has become a leading facilitator.Seattle Storm Rosters Hit by Late Season InjuryThe Seattle Storm will finish their campaign without Katie Lou Samuelson after the veteran guard underwent season-ending surgery on her left knee.WNBA Historical Dominance Analyzed Amid ExpansionNew rankings highlight the most successful franchises in WNBA history based on title counts and sustained competitive excellen
- WNBAWNBA offseason 2026: Guides for every eliminated teamWith 2026 playoff teams decided, we break down the priorities and needs for each eliminated WNBA team.
- WNBA2026 FIBA Women's World Cup: Team USA and quarterfinal previewThe U.S. women and France remain front-runners as the knockout stage arrives in Berlin, but who else has impressed?
- WNBAWNBA Leadership Transition and Global Tournament SurgeKey StoriesWNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert Set to RetireEngelbert will depart after a tenure marked by significant increases in franchise valuations and viewership, prompting a search for a successor from a pool of high-profile candidates.WNBA Stars Shine in International World Cup CompetitionMinnesota Lynx forward Dorka Juhasz led Hungary to a historic first win in 28 years, while Ezi Magbegor powered Australia's advancement to the final phase.Disruptions and Logistics at Women's Basketball World CupA middle-of-the-night fire alarm forced a full evacuation of the hotel housing all tournament teams, potentially impacting athlete recovery during the high-stakes event.Sophie Cunningham Leverages Personal Brand During WNBA BreakThe Indiana Fever guard is capitalizing on increased league visibility through rescheduled fan engagement events and social media content focused on her game-day preparation.Increased Cultural Visibility and External CommentaryThe league continues to attr
- WNBADawn Staley Issues Two-Word Response After Ex-ESPN Host Raises Eyebrows With Caitlin Clark Theory Behind A’ja Wilson’s FIBA AbsenceDawn Staley fires back at Linda Cohn’s Caitlin Clark theory surrounding A’ja Wilson’s FIBA Women World Cup Team USA last-minute withdrawal.
- WNBA2026 FIBA Women's World Cup: Team USA analysis, rankings, rostersSixteen nations will compete in the World Cup in Berlin starting Friday. Team USA and France are front-runners.
- WNBAPortland Fire's Amy Okonkwo targets medal with Nigeria at FIBA Women's World CupPortland Fire's Amy Okonkwo says Nigeria have set their sights on winning a medal at the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup, as the African champions named their 12-player roster for the tournament in Berlin.
- WNBAPortland Fire's Amy Okonkwo targets medal with Nigeria at FIBA Women's World CupPortland Fire's Amy Okonkwo says Nigeria have set their sights on winning a medal at the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup, as the African champions named their 12-player roster for the tournament in Berlin.
- WNBAPortland Fire's Amy Okonkwo targets medal with Nigeria at FIBA Women's World CupPortland Fire's Amy Okonkwo says Nigeria have set their sights on winning a medal at the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup, as the African champions named their 12-player roster for the tournament in Berlin.
- WNBALinda Cohn Fires Back at Ex-ESPN Colleague Who Called Her Out for Controversial WNBA, Caitlin Clark TakesFormer ESPN anchor Linda Cohn fired back at ex-colleague Cindy Brunson after being questioned over her sudden focus on Caitlin Clark and the WNBA. Defending her recent posts, Cohn highlighted her past WNBA work and noted that 34 years of network restrictions previously kept her true opinions hidden.
- WNBAWNBA Power Rankings: Lynx dethroned, Sparks bump upWhat should every team be focused on when play resumes after the FIBA World Cup?
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