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The Valkyries' Kiah Stokes (41) and Kaila Charles (6) defend Aces center A'ja Wilson during Game 2 of a WNBA semifinal series Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026, in San Francisco. (Santiago Mejia/San Francisco Chronicle via AP)

A’ja Wilson of the Las Vegas Aces wins her 3rd straight WNBA MVP award and record 5th overall

By Doug Feinberg

October 8, 2026 at 4:06 p.m.

No WNBA player besides A'ja Wilson has more than three MVPs, with Sheryl Swoopes, Lisa...

Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese celebrates with Isobel Borlase during first-round playoff game against the Washington Mystics on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026, in Washington. (Stephanie Scarbrough/AP)

Angel Reese, the former Chicago Sky star now with the Atlanta Dream, named WNBA Defensive Player of the Year

By Associated Press

October 1, 2026 at 4:08 p.m.

Atlanta Dream All-Star forward Angel Reese was voted WNBA Defensive Player of the Year on...

Sky coach Tyler Marsh watches the second quarter against the Fever on Aug. 8, 2026, at the United Center. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

Tyler Marsh will remain Chicago Sky coach in 2027 despite 26-62 record over his 1st 2 seasons

By Julia Poe

October 1, 2026 at 10:20 a.m.

Change isn't coming to the Chicago Sky. Coach Tyler Marsh will return for a third...

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, from left, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and former NBA player Dwyane Wade attend a press conference in Chicago’s Fulton Market neighborhood on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, where it was announced that Chicago will host the 2026 WNBA All-Star Weekend. (Terrence Antonio James/baiduhai)

Chicago prepares for WNBA All-Star Weekend with a pitch to local investors and businesses: ‘Do a little more’

By Julia Poe

January 17, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Chicago aims to expand the footprint of WNBA All-Star Weekend in this year's iteration of...

United Center employees try to dry the court before an NBA basketball game between the Miami Heat and the Chicago Bulls at United Center in Chicago, Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Chicago basketball report: Bulls reschedule their Heat game — and Illini women get visit from A’ja Wilson

By Colleen Kane

January 13, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

The Chicago Bulls rescheduled their postponed game, and the Illinois and Notre Dame women's teams...

WNBA and players union will not extend CBA deadline — sides will continue to negotiate ‘in good faith’

By Doug Feinberg

January 8, 2026 at 7:08 p.m.

The WNBA and its players union will not agree to another collective bargaining agreement extension...

Lunar Owls forward Napheesa Collier, right, talks with guard Skylar Diggins as both sit out with injuries at the start of their Unrivaled 3-on-3 game against Rose BC on Jan. 5, 2026, in Medley, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Unrivaled’s 2nd season provides key gathering place for WNBA players during CBA negotiations

By Alanis Thames

January 6, 2026 at 8:55 a.m.

Unrivaled's second season began on Monday. Now the league is providing a central gathering place...

Bulls guard Ayo Dosunmu passes the ball while covered by Celtics guard Jordan Walsh (27) and center Luka Garza (52) during the first half Monday, Jan. 5, 2026, in Boston. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)

Chicago basketball report: Bulls bemoan Bears playoff timing — and Illini women get an upset (and a loss)

By Colleen Kane

January 6, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Few Bears fans are more upset over the scheduled kickoff for Saturday's wild-card game than...

ESPN personality and podcast host Pat McAfee celebrates during the Big Ten championship game between Indiana and Ohio State at Lucas Oil Stadium on Dec. 6, 2025, in Indianapolis. (Justin Casterline/Getty Images)

Column: Starting a healthier sports diet in 2026 is easier than you might think

By Paul Sullivan

December 28, 2025 at 6:00 a.m.

Want to start 2026 by sticking to a healthier diet of sports-observing? Here are some...

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams celebrates the win over the Eagles on Nov. 28, 2025, at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. (Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

Recapping an eventful 2025 for Chicago sports on — and off — the field

By baiduhai

December 23, 2025 at 6:00 a.m.

It was an eventful 2025 for Chicago's professional and college sports teams, on the field...

Notre Dame coach Micah Shrewsberry looks on against Missouri on Dec. 2, 2025, in South Bend, Ind. (Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Chicago basketball report: WNBA players authorize a strike — and ‘Ain’t no Christmas’ for Notre Dame men

By Colleen Kane

December 23, 2025 at 6:00 a.m.

Notre Dame men's basketball coach Micah Shrewsberry had some strong words after an embarrassing loss...

Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese celebrates with her teammates after a victory over the Connecticut Sun at Wintrust Arena in Chicago on Sept. 3, 2025. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

WNBA players union authorizes negotiators to call a strike if needed during CBA talks

By Doug Feinberg

December 18, 2025 at 3:24 p.m.

WNBA players have authorized their union’s executive council to call a strike if necessary, the...

Chicago Bulls forward Jalen Smith, left, blocks the shot of Charlotte Hornets guard KJ Simpson, right, in Charlotte, N.C., Friday, Dec. 12, 2025. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond)

Chicago basketball report: Angel Reese on ‘young and turnt’ Team USA — and Bulls’ numbers tell a bleak story

By Colleen Kane

December 16, 2025 at 6:00 a.m.

Team USA is taking on a new look with young stars such as Angel Reese...