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Washington Mystics Fast-Track Rebuild, Reach WNBA Playoffs
A youth movement built around rising talent has propelled the Mystics back into postseason contention, according to a report from ESPN.
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WNBA Marks 30th Season, Highlighting Growth of Women's Basketball
ESPN feature reviews three decades of the league's development on the court, as a business and as a global influence.
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Mystics' Rebuild Reaches WNBA Playoffs Ahead of Schedule, ESPN Reports
A youth movement led by rookies Kiki Iriafen and Sonia Citron has propelled Washington into postseason contention, according to an ESPN report.
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Former NBA Forward Michael Sweetney Dies at 43
Sweetney, a standout at Georgetown who played four NBA seasons with the Knicks and Bulls, has died, ESPN reported.
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ESPN Releases Final Weekly Fantasy Picks for WNBA Season's Closing Stretch
The sports outlet's last set of weekly recommendations covers the WNBA's return to action through the conclusion of fantasy women's basketball playoffs.
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WNBA playoff field set; all eight seeds remain undecided
The eight playoff teams have qualified with one week remaining in the regular season, but seeding positions are still in flux.
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ESPN Publishes Three-Year NBA Future Power Rankings for All 30 Teams
The sports outlet's panel of insiders ranked every NBA franchise's outlook through the 2029 season using five key metrics.
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ESPN Previews Nets' Offseason Moves and 2026-27 Season Outlook
Report examines whether Brooklyn can build toward contention around a young core, with Michael Porter Jr. and Julius Randle cited among key roster pieces.
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Knicks Enter 2026-27 Season Seeking Repeat Title After Historic Championship
ESPN reports New York will look to build on last year's championship, which ended a 53-year title drought for the franchise.
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ESPN Publishes Three-Year Future Power Rankings for All 30 NBA Teams
The sports outlet's insiders assessed franchises' outlooks through the 2029 season using five key metrics, according to ESPN.
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WNBA playoff field set, but all eight seeds remain undecided
All 12 playoff teams have qualified for the postseason, but seeding positions will be determined when the regular season concludes Sept. 24.
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Olympiacos Edge Out Fenerbahce to Reach EuroLeague Super Cup Final
The Greek club advanced with a late basket in a tightly contested semifinal played in Abu Dhabi, according to Anadolu Agency.
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London Lions Face NBA Test as British Basketball Season Opens
The Super League Basketball 2026-27 season begins Friday, with Newcastle Eagles owner Paul Blake predicting the most competitive campaign in a generation, according to BBC Sport.
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ESPN Report Names Potential Candidates to Succeed WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert
According to ESPN, executives from the WNBA, NBA and Nike are among those considered potential candidates to take over as WNBA commissioner following Cathy Engelbert's planned retirement.
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Team USA Rallies Late to Beat Spain, Advances to FIBA World Cup Final
The United States men's basketball team pulled away in the closing stages against Spain to secure a spot in the FIBA World Cup championship game, according to ESPN.
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Ukrainian Basketball Player Koval Granted Transfer Waiver to Join Baylor
Kate Koval left Louisiana State University after the school signed a Russian player, according to BBC Sport.
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France to Face United States in Women's FIBA World Cup Final
France defeated host Germany in the semifinals, setting up a rematch with defending champion United States for Sunday's title game.
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US Pulls Away From Spain in Fourth Quarter to Reach Women's Basketball World Cup Final
Defending champions used an 8-0 run to beat Spain 76-66, setting up a title clash with France, according to Anadolu Agency.
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FIBA Women's World Cup Semifinal Matchups Set, Featuring Team USA, Spain, Germany and France
ESPN previews Saturday's semifinal games as the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup narrows to four teams.
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ESPN Highlights NBA Stars' Injury Returns to Watch for 2026-27 Season
A new ESPN report identifies several NBA players, including Tyrese Haliburton, Kyrie Irving, Luka Doncic, Jimmy Butler and Damian Lillard, whose recoveries from injury will be closely followed heading into the upcoming season.
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ESPN Previews Chicago Bulls' Offseason and 2026-27 Season Outlook
The sports network's season preview examines whether the Bulls are entering a new era, spotlighting young players including Caleb Wilson, Josh Giddey and Matas Buzelis.
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Women's Basketball World Cup: France defeats Germany (86-64) and reaches historic final
The French team easily dispatched Germany in the semifinal on September 12, 2026, securing an unprecedented spot in the World Cup final.
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USA Beats Spain to Reach Women's Basketball World Cup Final Against France
The United States edged Spain 76-66 in a tense semifinal, setting up a title clash with France, who defeated host nation Germany 86-64.
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Basketball: French Women Reach World Cup Final for First Time
France's team dominated Germany 86-64 on Saturday in Berlin in the semifinal, qualifying for the first world final in the country's history.
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U.S. Routs Czechia 105-64 to Close Out FIBA World Cup Pool Play
The United States bounced back from a difficult outing against Italy with a dominant win over Czechia in its final pool-play game, according to ESPN.
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ESPN Previews Bucks' 2026-27 Season in First Year Without Giannis Antetokounmpo
The sports outlet examines Milwaukee's offseason moves and outlook as the franchise begins a new era.
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France Beat Germany 86-64 to Reach First-Ever Women's Basketball World Cup Final
Gabby Williams scored a game-high 22 points as France eliminated host Germany in the semifinals in Berlin, according to Anadolu Agency.
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Williams Leads France Past Host Germany to Reach Women's FIBA World Cup Final
Gabby Williams scored 22 points as France defeated host Germany 86-64 to advance to the championship game, according to ESPN.
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Women's Basketball World Cup: France holds slim lead over Germany after first quarter
The French team faces Germany in the semifinal of the women's basketball World Cup in Berlin, a first for both nations at this stage of the tournament.
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Basketball: France's women's team takes lead over Germany heading into final quarter of World Cup semifinal
In Berlin, France's women's basketball team faces Germany on Saturday for a place in the World Cup final, an unprecedented stage for both nations.
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