But, she already has won four MVPs! It's someone else's turn! Nope! A'ja Wilson still reigns supreme. Someone must take her crown. buff.ly/bKRQbG6 @ecreates88.bsky.social on why A'ja is again the MVP, unless one of these two stars rises to an even higher level.

Already the toughest award to evaluate, a crowded field makes this year's Defensive Player of the Year race even more compelling. buff.ly/jp07Tl3 @jefeltonnn.bsky.social analyzes the cases of Stewie, Rhyne, two Lynx and multiple Valkyries

Should Olivia Miles' name already be etched on the 2026 WNBA Rookie of the Year award? Miles has separated herself from other 1st years. So much so that's she entered the conversation for even higher honors. buff.ly/g8DYm2G On Olivia's instant excellence, plus two challengers.

In basketball, improvement often requires opportunity. But for these WNBA players, their improvement isn't simply explained by their new opportunities. They've made the most of them—and more. buff.ly/Fmmxrm6 @ecreates88.bsky.social looks at the Most Improved Player race the midseason mark.

No WNBA team gets more out of their bench than the Valkyries. So, it's no surprise that Golden State is home to the leading candidate for 6th Player of the Year. buff.ly/gxvdgaH @ecreates88.bsky.social on why this is Janelle Salaün's honor to lose, plus the candidates who could challenge her.

She is Miles ahead, and not slowing down. Olivia Miles notched more milestones in the latest Lynx win. But, there's more to Liv than all that. buff.ly/WoyHzeL The rookie's impact in Minnesota goes beyond her statistical feats.

Cheryl Reeve got win No. 382 last night. Will her mounting wins record be accompanied by a record 5th Coach of the Year award? buff.ly/Gk6Qr4z @ecreates88.bsky.social looks at the top 3 contenders for COTY, beginning with Reeve.

Now 2-time WNBA All-Stars, Kitron deserves all the DC love. However, don't forget about Kira! buff.ly/ot5RZkK @zacklward.bsky.social highlights how Shakira Austin isn't just an All-Star snub, but also equally essential to the Mystics' success.

More WNBA All-Star analysis? Of course! buff.ly/sMLwUQH @zacklward.bsky.social reveals the 22 players he believes should be All-Stars.

Chennedy Carter is no longer a Las Vegas Ace. Why? buff.ly/Gu00ArB An effort to understand Vegas' decision to waive their star 6th player.

Cheryl Reeve is right where she belongs. With win No. 380, Reeve now is the winningest head coach in WNBA history. buff.ly/1ZGKNl8 @ecreates88.bsky.social celebrates Reeve and her achievement.

The Sky are going to Sky. And even a win over the Mercury can't mask how Skylar Diggins' viral frustration about her benching continues a pattern of organizational ineptitude. buff.ly/5DpdK7g @draveszachary.bsky.social analyzes the latest chapter of Chicago drama.

We now know all 22 players who will be making the trip to Chicago for WNBA All-Star 2026. buff.ly/opCdJ78 @ecreates88.bsky.social reacts to the 11 players selected as reserves, in addition to those snubbed.

Paige vs. Azzi. Olivia vs. Sonia. Dom vs. Awa. Kiki vs. Lauren. Yep, we need a WNBA rookie-sophomore game! buff.ly/JkQTgkd @ecreates88.bsky.social on why a rookie-sophomore game would be the perfect All-Star weekend addition.

It's been awhile since the Sparks last played. LA needed the break, with an injury to Kelsey Plum exacerbating the Sparks' already-present issues, especially on the defensive end. buff.ly/9XYbCVA @ecreates88.bsky.social considers how LA can begin to turn things around, even without KP.

We've know the 10 WNBA All-Star starters, as voted on by fans, players and media. But, do the stats agree with the selections? Who actually is deserving of being a starter in Chicago. buff.ly/vY4NoLK Based on a survey of prominent stats, it's A'ja and...

The Dream have real strengths...and real weaknesses. In their loss to the Mystics, their 4th-straight, the weakness, again, outweighed the strengths. buff.ly/jVuqMdg @zacklward.bsky.social diagnoses the Dream's woes.

Even if a 4th-straight loss didn't help their cause, the Dream, surely, should have had at least one All-Star starter? buff.ly/i7BLzCb What explains the ATL absence? What did Angel Reese and Karl Smesko say about it?

Will Phee (electrically) slide in the Lynx lineup? Or, will her integration alter the league-best Lynx offense? That's one of three key questions that will define the rest of the 2026 WNBA season. buff.ly/VcvjFAv @jfeltonnn.bsky.social also considers the Valkyries' legitimacy...and trades!

Sabrina was Sabrina. Stewie was Stewie. And despite Jackie giving it her all without A'ja, the Liberty survived against the Aces to become the first 2x Commissioner's Cup champs! buff.ly/Cu8PzBu @ecreates88.bsky.social on how the stars rose to the occasion in Brooklyn.

If the Aces are to become the first 2x Commissioner's Cup champs, they gotta have A'ja Wilson. Regardless of whether or not A'ja plays, what else does Vegas need to beat the Liberty? www.swishappeal.com/e/81980 @ecreates88.bsky.social identifies two more essentials for the Aces' Cup ambitions.

When the Liberty won the 2023 Commissioner's Cup, she was the MVP. When New York won the 2024 WNBA title, she was the MVP. www.swishappeal.com/e/82003 If the Liberty are to become the first 2x Cup champs, Jonquel Jones has to be the MVP.

On Sunday, the Mystics and Fire played for 3 hours and 35 minutes, a 4 OT affair that became the longest game in WNBA history. buff.ly/68LADjz @zacklward.bsky.social was there for all of it, and despite the loss, came away impressed with the Fire's fight.

Kelsey Plum's injury is monumental for the WNBA basketball, and for WNBA fantasy basketball. Which Sparks could emerge in her absence, stabilizing LA and elevating your fantasy squad? buff.ly/0C9Uvb6 @nemchocke.bsky.social identifies two candidates to consider picking up.

After two-straight wins, including a record offensive outburst, did the Sky get sent back reality by the Aces? Or, is Chicago still moving in the right direction? buff.ly/5Wez2gm @draveszachary.bsky.social analyzes Sunday's United Center showdown.

Tonight, the Dream will be aiming for a revenge win against the Valkyries. To earn it, they'll need Rhyne Howard to rediscover the superstar form she's flashed for most of the 2026 season. buff.ly/GPORsIw @zacklward.bsky.social has given Rhyne permission to fulfill all her potential.

Magical. Masterful. Electric. Explosive. Inevitable. Should it really have been surprising that Marina Mabrey tied the WNBA single-game record with 53 points? buff.ly/uaaumaY @ecreates88.bsky.social captures the epic night authored by the Tempo star.

Making the WNBA Playoffs can be fun. But, is it more fun than drafting JuJu Watkins? That's the decision facing these four WNBA teams. buff.ly/CefqDkv Should the Sparks, Mystics, Tempo and Fire should chase the playoffs or embrace the tank?

Injuries, once again, have struck the Tempo, with Toronto down Brittney Sykes and Kiki Rice. They've also slid below .500 and outside the playoff picture. buff.ly/hBW5Cnu @nemchocke.bsky.social considers how Toronto can stabilize, beginning tonight against LA.

Last night, the Valkyries earned one of their best wins of the season, shutting down the visiting Dream. buff.ly/owqA6Wm @zacklward.bsky.social celebrates the basketball community that Golden State is building in the Bay—and beyond.