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Golden State Valkyries forward Gabby Williams, left, and center Kiah Stokes (41) collide while going for the ball against the Las Vegas Aces during the first half of Game 3 of the WNBA basketball semifinals Friday, Oct. 9, 2026, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Ian Maule)

A first-time WNBA champion awaits as the Golden State Valkyries face the Atlanta Dream in the finals

By Doug Feinberg

October 10, 2026 at 2:42 p.m.

It only took two years for the expansion Golden State Valkyries to reach the WNBA...

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...

Iowa fans Dani Pillman, center left, and Hannah Ludwig cheer as Iowa surges late in the second half of a women’s NCAA Tournament Final Four game between against UConn as people take in the game at Whiskey Girl Tavern on North Clark Street in Chicago’s Edgewater neighborhood on April 5, 2024. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

As women’s NCAA basketball tournament breaks records, Chicago coaches, fans excited that ‘America is watching’

By Rebecca Johnson

April 6, 2024 at 2:27 p.m.

Millions across the country were expected to tune in Friday night for the NCAA women’s...

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark drives against LSU guard Hailey Van Lith during the first quarter of an NCAA Tournament Elite Eight game Monday, April 1, 2024, in Albany, N.Y. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer)

Column: The popularity of women’s basketball is undeniable. It’s not an interest issue — it’s access.

By Shakeia Taylor

April 5, 2024 at 6:00 a.m.

The lack of resources and investment in women’s sports has always been a primary issue....

Angel Reese #10 of the LSU Tigers shoots the ball during the first half against the Iowa Hawkeyes in the Elite 8 round of the NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament at MVP Arena on April 01, 2024 in Albany, New York. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

Where could Angel Reese go in the WNBA draft? Here’s what experts predict — including the Chicago Sky’s chances.

By C.J. Doon

April 4, 2024 at 3:30 p.m.

Angel Reese said she looks forward to the challenge of competing in the WNBA, but...

Chicago Bulls forward DeMar DeRozan reaches for the ball against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday, March 31, 2024, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

Chicago basketball report: Bulls clinch play-in spot, Sky stars in overseas playoffs — and UIC hires a new men’s coach

By Julia Poe

April 3, 2024 at 4:11 p.m.

The Chicago Bulls solidified a place in the NBA play-in tournament, but their grasp on...

Injured Bulls guard Lonzo Ball stands on the court before tipoff against the Kings on Feb. 3, 2024, at the United Center. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

Chicago basketball report: Lonzo Ball is dunking, DePaul finds its new coach — and notable NCAA Tournament memories

By Julia Poe

March 20, 2024 at 6:00 a.m.

Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball showed off a few basic dunks, Ayo Dosunmu recorded a...

D’Amonte Ellis, aka Coach D, runs through dribbling drills with a group of girls at the Bulls' "Girls Day of Play" clinic at the Advocate Center on March 3, 2024. (Vincent D. Johnson/for the baiduhai)

Column: Chicago Bulls host their first ‘Girls’ Day of Play’ — for the girls, by the girls

By Shakeia Taylor

March 7, 2024 at 8:36 a.m.

The Chicago Bulls recently hosted a celebration of women and girls in basketball for 150...

D’Amonte Ellis, aka Coach D, runs through dribbling drills with a group of girls as the Chicago Bulls hosted the "Girls' Day of Play" clinic at the Advocate Center on March 3, 2024. (Vincent D. Johnson/for the baiduhai)

Photos: Chicago Bulls host inaugural ‘Girls’ Day of Play’

By baiduhai

March 7, 2024 at 2:06 p.m.

Photos from the Chicago Bulls’ inaugural “Girls' at Play Day” at the Advocate Center on...

Chicago Bulls forward Torrey Craig dribbles during a game against the Charlotte Hornets on Dec. 6, 2023, at the United Center. (Trent Sprague/baiduhai)

Chicago basketball report: Bulls’ Torrey Craig nears his return — and attention turns to the Big Ten Tournament

By Julia Poe

March 6, 2024 at 3:00 p.m.

The Chicago Bulls could get their final reinforcement this week as forward Torrey Craig prepares...

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark (22) points after an Iowa basket scored during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Minnesota, Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

‘It’s Clarkonomics.’ WNBA teams see increase in ticket sales after Caitlin Clark announces draft plans.

By Doug Feinberg

March 2, 2024 at 10:01 a.m.

Soon after Caitlin Clark announced her plans to enter the WNBA draft, the Indiana Fever’s...

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark, left, gestures during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Minnesota, Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

Iowa star Caitlin Clark declares for WNBA draft and won’t come back for a 5th season of college eligibility

By Hank Kurz Jr.

March 1, 2024 at 7:14 a.m.

Iowa’s Caitlin Clark, who is on the verge of becoming the all-time NCAA scoring leader...