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TOPSeattle Storm vs. Golden State Valkyries: Start Time, Streaming Live, TV Channel, How to Watch
The Seattle Storm (13-9) will play against the Golden State Valkyries (10-11) on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at 3 p.m. ET. The game will be broadcast locally on CW Seattle, KPIX+, and KMAX 31. Viewers can watch the WNBA season through Fubo, with select games also available on Prime Video. Officially licensed team merchandise is offered by Fanatics for fans. Injury updates include Katie Lou Samuelson of the Storm being out for the season due to a knee injury, while the Valkyries report no injuries. Tickets for WNBA games are available for purchase on Vivid Seats.
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TOPGolden State Valkyries: Takeaways from loss to Seattle Storm
The Golden State Valkyries entered the All-Star break on a losing streak, dropping their third consecutive game and fifth in their last six with a 67-58 loss to the Seattle Storm. This loss lowered their season record to 10-12. While they hold a winning 7-4 record at home, their road performance is poor at 3-8. Despite having all 11 available players score in Wednesday's game, the Valkyries were held to a season-low 58 points. Cecilia Zandalasini led Golden State with 12 points, followed by rookie Janelle Salaün with 10 points. Seattle secured the win behind a strong performance from Nneka Ogwumike, who scored 22 points and grabbed eight rebounds. Erica Wheeler contributed 15 points and Skylar Diggins added 10 points and six assists. The Valkyries struggled to contain Ogwumike, who scored 11 points and secured six rebounds in the first half, even though they held the Storm to 34.2% shooting overall. This game contrasted sharply with their previous two matchups in San Francisco, where the Valkyries had built significant halftime leads. That pattern did not repeat in Seattle.
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Damian Lillard, Chris Paul, Russell Westbrook Top Landing Spots After Beal to Clippers
Bradley Beal has reportedly agreed to a buyout with the Phoenix Suns and signed a two-year, $11 million contract with the Los Angeles Clippers, removing one of the top free agents from the market. Notable guards still available include Damian Lillard, Chris Paul, and Russell Westbrook, sparking analysis on their ideal landing spots. Lillard, recovering from a torn Achilles and unlikely to play in 2025-26, could benefit from joining a team not urgently needing immediate impact. The Boston Celtics emerge as a logical fit, as Jayson Tatum (also injured) is recruiting him, and the team has made cost-cutting moves while retaining Jaylen Brown and Derrick White. Signing now would grant Lillard access to Celtics facilities during recovery, and his reduced cost post-Bucks buyout offers Boston future flexibility. For Chris Paul, a return to the Clippers on a veteran minimum deal is plausible. They require a backup point guard behind James Harden after a strong offseason adding Beal, John Collins, and Brook Lopez. Other options include the Suns or Lakers, but the Clippers appear the most sensible destination if they don't acquire Malcolm Brogdon. Russell Westbrook’s fit is more complex, with Denver and a Clippers reunion unlikely. A creative solution could be the Detroit Pistons, who lost Dennis Schröder and need a backup point guard. Westbrook’s experience would bolster their young playoff-contending roster. While Phoenix lacks true point guards, Detroit offers a clearer path to contention, making it a mutually beneficial scenario.
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Bucks GM Jon Horst on bold Damian Lillard move, Myles Turner acquisition - The Athletic
The Milwaukee Bucks made a surprising and dramatic offseason move by waiving Damian Lillard, who is expected to miss much of the 2025-26 season recovering from a torn Achilles tendon. To manage the nearly $113 million remaining on his contract, the team used the "waive-and-stretch" provision, spreading the cost over five seasons, resulting in roughly $22.5 million in "dead money" on their salary cap each year. This difficult decision was made to create sufficient cap space. This freed cap space enabled the Bucks to sign highly sought-after free agent Myles Turner to a four-year, $108.9 million contract. Bucks General Manager Jon Horst stated that the guiding principle behind this and all decisions is "maximizing Giannis’ prime, our opportunities to win," framing it as a "now versus future decision." Beyond the Lillard/Turner transaction, the rest of the Bucks' offseason involved adding three new players and re-signing six of their own free agents from the previous season. While less dramatic than the main move, this combination still resulted in one of the summer's most surprising roster shake-ups. The Athletic conducted an interview with Horst at NBA Summer League, discussing the offseason moves and the team's philosophy. Part 1 of the conversation focused on big-picture topics. Highlights included Horst explaining that improving the team immediately outweighed the future risk of dead money, stating they had a "big hurdle" to deal with now. He revealed acquiring Turner via waive-and-stretch was an avenue they were "always exploring" and that Turner was "always been a target." Horst also discussed plans to lean more into Giannis Antetokounmpo's playmaking, believing "He truly is becoming a real point guard," expressed strong confidence in coach Doc Rivers as a "championship-level coach" and "the right coach," and asserted that he has "done everything within my human possible power this offseason." Part 2 of the interview, focusing on specific moves and player impacts, is scheduled for release on Friday.
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Tennessee Basketball to face Duke in one of two preseason exhibition games
Tennessee Basketball is finalizing a loaded preseason schedule, including two exhibition games. Sources indicate the Vols are working on a road exhibition game at Michigan in October and will host Duke in an exhibition at Food City Center on October 26. This follows an NCAA rule change in January allowing two exhibitions against any four-year schools. Tennessee played exhibitions against Indiana (loss) last October and at Michigan State (win) in 2023. Historically, Tennessee holds an 8-8 record against Duke, winning the most recent matchup in the 2023 NCAA Tournament. They haven't hosted Duke since 1976. Against Michigan, the Vols are 5-7 and have lost the last four meetings, including three NCAA Tournament games (2011, 2014, 2022). The regular season opens on November 3rd against Mercer. Tennessee will then participate in the Players Era tournament in Las Vegas from November 24-27, facing Rutgers, Houston, and a third team. December starts with a road game at Syracuse in the ACC-SEC Challenge on December 2nd. Further non-conference games include Illinois in Nashville on December 6th, Louisville at home on December 16th (completing a home-and-home series), Gardner-Webb at home on December 21st, and South Carolina State at home on December 30th.
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Nuggets Coach Reveals Big Change for Nikola Jokic
The Denver Nuggets have officially acquired center Jonas Valanciunas in a trade that sent Dario Saric to another team. This move is seen as beneficial for the Nuggets, allowing them to move on from Saric's contract after he was deemed unplayable last season, while finally providing star center Nikola Jokic with a quality backup. Jokic averaged a career-high nearly 37 minutes per game last season, significantly higher than his previous seasons where he never averaged above 35 minutes. This increased workload appeared to impact his performance negatively, particularly in the playoffs during the second round against the Oklahoma City Thunder, where his efficiency dropped. Nuggets head coach David Adelman, speaking at the NBA Summer League, emphasized the importance of managing Jokic's minutes in the upcoming season. Adelman stated, "We know that one of the most important things we have to do next season is take care of him, and make sure that he is the best version of himself if we’re lucky enough to get to that playoff spot," acknowledging the concern and committing to address it properly. Despite Jokic's incredible individual season, averaging 29.6 points, 12.7 rebounds, and 10.2 assists per game while shooting 57.6% from the field and 41.7% from three-point range, he did not win the MVP award. This was largely due to the outstanding season by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder, although Jokic had a strong case for what would have been his fourth MVP in five years.
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Tyson benched, Nuggets player ejected as Denver loses again
The Denver Nuggets lost their third Summer League game 101-97 to the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday, blowing a halftime lead and remaining winless. Turnovers (24) were a major factor in the loss. More notably, forward Hunter Tyson was benched after two poor performances where he shot 9-for-28. Tyson, a 2023 second-round pick on the final year of his rookie contract (with a club option for 2026-27), has struggled to make an impact during his time with the Nuggets despite making the 2023 Summer League First Team. His poor Summer League showing raises questions about his future with the team. While a bad Summer League isn't necessarily career-ending (Jalen Pickett improved significantly after a brutal performance last year and earned backup minutes), Tyson's situation is precarious. The Nuggets now have an open roster spot and an open two-way slot. With the executive who drafted him (Calvin Booth) gone, and the team likely to use the roster spot on a veteran free agent, Tyson could be cut. Rookie DaRon Holmes II, the other Nuggets player on an NBA contract participating in Summer League, had a solid game with a double-double (10 points, 11 rebounds), two steals, and two made three-pointers.
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Angel Reese Threw One of the Worst Passes of the WNBA Season
Angel Reese recorded her ninth consecutive double-double with 22 points and 10 rebounds during the Chicago Sky's home loss to the Minnesota Lynx on Monday. This marks her 41st career double-double in just 55 games, making her the only WNBA player currently averaging a double-double. Despite Reese's performance, the Sky fell to a 7-14 season record. Reese committed five of the team's 18 turnovers, including a notable error late in the second quarter. With the Sky leading by eight and 1:14 remaining, Reese carelessly threw an underhand inbound pass without looking, sending the ball directly to Minnesota's Courtney Williams. Williams then assisted Bridget Carleton for an open three-pointer. Following an offensive foul by Reese on the subsequent possession, the Lynx scored again to narrow Chicago's halftime lead to four points. Minnesota proceeded to win both the third and fourth quarters, securing the victory. Reese continues to lead the WNBA in rebounding by a significant margin and also tops the league in turnovers, averaging 3.8 per game.
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How will Celtics address their new roster’s biggest weakness?
The Boston Celtics are facing significant challenges at the center position after losing their top three big men this offseason. President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens bluntly acknowledged the uncertainty, stating "We're going to find out" how they will manage without Kristaps Porziņģis (traded to Atlanta), Luke Kornet (signed with San Antonio for 4 years, $41 million), and the likely departure of Al Horford, whom Stevens admitted was "unlikely" to re-sign. This depletion leaves the Celtics with a center group considered potentially the least impressive in the NBA. The remaining options are Neemias Queta (26 years old, 6 career starts), newcomer Luka Garza (26, 5 career starts), Xavier Tillman (a bench player last season, considered ill-suited for full-time center at 6-foot-7), and second-round draft pick Amari Williams (expected to primarily play in the G League). Porziņģis, Horford, and Kornet were the only Celtics bigs to play meaningful postseason minutes. Stevens confirmed the team plans to approach the center position "by committee" this season. He directly stated that this group "will not be the group that people will single out... as our strongest position" based on their careers so far, but emphasized it's up to the players to prove otherwise. Queta and Garza project as the top starting candidates. Stevens expressed belief in untapped potential for both Queta and Garza. Queta played a career-high 62 games last season, initially surpassing Kornet on the depth chart before falling out of the rotation. While acknowledging Queta's issues with consistency and lack of shooting range, Stevens noted that at his best, the 7-footer provides shot-blocking, offensive rebounding, and finishing at the rim.
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Expansion WNBA team brings back the Portland Fire name
The Portland Fire name has been revived for Oregon's new WNBA expansion team. The franchise, set to begin play next season alongside the Toronto Tempo, announced the name and branding on Tuesday. This reintroduces the moniker of Portland's previous WNBA team, which operated from 2000 to 2002. Interim Fire president Clare Hamill stated, "Our feeling is that the fire never died," emphasizing that fans had been waiting for the team's return. The announcement positions the team as coming back with the Portland Fire identity. Alongside the name, the team unveiled its new branding elements. This includes a "Rose on Fire" logo and a color palette featuring red, brown, blue, and pink.
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How to watch Seattle Storm vs Golden State Valkyries WNBA game: Live stream, TV channel, and start time
The Seattle Storm (13-9) host the Golden State Valkyries (10-11) in a Western Conference matchup at Climate Pledge Arena on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at 3:00 pm ET/12:00 pm PT. The Valkyries are trying to stabilize after losing four of their last five games, including a narrow 78-77 loss to Phoenix on Monday. They hold an eighth-place standing and struggle on the road with a 3-7 record this season. The Storm are coming off a 74-69 loss to Washington but remain in fourth place overall. They have a solid 7-4 home record and have won three of their last five games. The game will be broadcast live in the USA on ABC and the Fubo streaming platform. Fubo offers plans starting at $74.99/month. For Seattle, Skylar Diggins-Smith leads the team in scoring (17.9 PPG) and assists (5.8 APG), while Nneka Ogwumike is the top rebounder (7.7 RPG). The Storm rank eighth in scoring (81.6 PPG) but are efficient offensively (3rd in FG% at 45.2%, 3rd in 3P% at 34.6%). They are strong defensively, allowing the third-fewest points (79.0 PPG), though opponent shooting percentages are average. Golden State's offense struggles, ranking fourth-lowest in scoring (80.1 PPG) and near the bottom in FG% (40.6%) and 3P% (31.1%). However, their defense is elite, allowing the second-fewest points (78.6 PPG) and leading the league in opponent FG% defense (40.4%). Kayla Thornton leads them in scoring (14.5 PPG) and rebounding (7.1 RPG), while Veronica Burton averages 5.4 APG.
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Donovan Mitchell called Sam Merrill right after he signed: ‘He deserves it’
The Cleveland Cavaliers secured a key free-agent move by re-signing sharpshooter Sam Merrill to a four-year, $38 million contract. Merrill, a career 38.6% three-point shooter, was instrumental in the team's bench success last season, appearing in 71 games (starting only four) while averaging 7.2 points and shooting 37.2% from deep over a career-high 19.7 minutes per game. Teammate Donovan Mitchell personally congratulated Merrill after the signing, praising his development and hard work. Mitchell humorously suggested the Mormon athlete celebrate with an alcoholic shot despite religious prohibitions. Merrill's journey to this contract involved overcoming early career challenges—as the 60th overall 2020 draft pick, he played just 41 games total in his first three NBA seasons before solidifying his role. This extension follows Merrill's consecutive impactful seasons as a reserve, potentially cementing his long-term future with the Cavaliers. His retention gains added importance after Cleveland lost elite bench scorer Ty Jerome—a recent Sixth Man of the Year finalist—to the Memphis Grizzlies in free agency. Fans hope Merrill's floor-spacing abilities can offset Jerome's departure and that he'll achieve a career-best year in his sixth NBA season. The deal raises questions about Merrill's motivation to further develop his game now that financial security is established, adding intrigue to his upcoming performance.
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Angel Reese regret? Minnesota Lynx waive 2024 first-round pick Alissa Pili
The Minnesota Lynx waived 2024 first-round draft pick Alissa Pili on July 13, 2025, fewer than 500 days after selecting her with the eighth overall pick. This move came hours after the Chicago Sky defeated the Lynx 87-81, a game where Angel Reese—selected by Chicago with the seventh pick after Minnesota traded out of that draft position—scored 19 points and grabbed 11 rebounds. Pili, a standout college player at Utah, struggled to secure playing time during her two seasons with the Lynx. She appeared in just 36 total games, averaging 6.1 minutes per contest, and surpassed 10 points only once in her WNBA career. Despite her release, the 24-year-old forward is considered likely to receive another opportunity in the league where she might secure a larger role. This story was originally reported by Bring Me The News on July 13, 2025.
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Ja Morant's Blunt Message After Season-Ending Injury
The Memphis Grizzlies, who entered the All-Star break as the second seed in the Western Conference, experienced a significant drop in the standings. This decline led to the surprising firing of head coach Taylor Jenkins. Despite winning the final Play-In Tournament game to secure the eighth seed, the Grizzlies were swept in four games by the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first round of the playoffs. During the playoff series against the Thunder, star player Ja Morant suffered a hip contusion. This injury severely limited his participation, restricting him to only 15 minutes in Game 3 and forcing him to miss Game 4 entirely. However, Morant recently stated at Summer League that he feels "good ready to go" and is "Already in the lab," indicating he is fully recovered. He also declared his intention to return to being the "Ja of old" next season. Morant averaged 23.2 points per game in the past season, though his scoring saw a major jump specifically *after* the All-Star break. Despite this, the article notes that his ranking among players has slipped, partly due to the success of rising stars like Cade Cunningham and Tyrese Haliburton. With the departure of Desmond Bane via trade, the offensive responsibility on Morant is expected to increase significantly for the upcoming season. While players such as Jaylen Wells and GG Jackson are anticipated to make offensive strides, the Grizzlies' success will largely depend on how far Morant can carry the team.
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Recap: Mystics beat Storm, 74-69
The Washington Mystics defeated the Seattle Storm 74-69 on Sunday night. This victory improves the Mystics' record to 11-10, moving them back above .500 and positioning them as the No. 7 seed in the playoff standings. The win is significant as it came against the higher-seeded Storm (13-9, No. 4 seed). Despite trailing 55-47 after three quarters and shooting under 29% from the field during that period, the Mystics mounted a strong comeback in the fourth quarter. They outscored the Storm 27-14 in the final period, shooting nearly 69% from the field while holding Seattle to just 29.4%. Brittney Sykes led the charge, scoring 11 of her team-high 19 points in the fourth quarter. Sonia Citron contributed significantly with 17 points for the Mystics, while Kiki Iriafen recorded a double-double with 10 points and 10 rebounds. For the Storm, Ezi Magbegor led the scoring with 19 points, followed by Nneka Ogwumike with 16 points. The Mystics' next game is on the road against the Los Angeles Sparks on Tuesday. This game is their final contest before the WNBA All-Star break, with tip-off scheduled for 10 p.m.
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Peter's Points: WNBA Best Bets Today (Predictions, Prop Bets for Liberty, Fever, Mystics-Storm, Kelsey Plum)
Sunday's WNBA schedule features four games, headlined by a matchup between the Dallas Wings, led by Paige Bueckers, visiting the Indiana Fever, led by Caitlin Clark. This game pits the last two No. 1 overall draft picks against each other. The afternoon includes another key Eastern Conference clash between the Atlanta Dream and the New York Liberty. The night concludes with interconference games. As the league approaches the All-Star break, the playoff race is tight, with eight teams trailing the top-seeded Minnesota Lynx by just 3 to 7.5 games. Several of these teams (New York, Atlanta, Seattle, Indiana, Washington) are playing on Sunday, presenting opportunities to improve their standings position. Betting analysis favors the New York Liberty against the Atlanta Dream. While the teams are 1-1 this season, New York won the home game. The Liberty boast a strong 8-2 home record and a +15.5 net rating at home (second best in the WNBA), contrasting with Atlanta's 4-5 road record and negative road net rating (-0.6). Despite the Liberty's poor record against the spread (ATS), the analysis recommends betting on them to win outright, citing their superior overall team ratings (second in offense, defense, and net rating) compared to Atlanta (third in offense, eighth in defense). Betting analysis also favors the Indiana Fever to win outright against the Dallas Wings. While expressing some hesitation about covering a 10-point spread, the analysis supports betting on Indiana due to Dallas's poor 2-9 road record and 9-12 ATS record overall. The Fever are coming off a home win against Atlanta after a loss following Caitlin Clark's return from injury.
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A win over the Minnesota Lynx confirms the Chicago Sky are playing their best basketball of the season
The Chicago Sky, with a 7-13 record, pulled off a significant upset by defeating the heavily favored Minnesota Lynx (18-4) with a final score of 87-81 at Wintrust Arena in Chicago. The victory showcased the Sky playing their best basketball, embodying patience and persistence. Chicago established control early. After a competitive start, they ended the first quarter with an 8-0 run to lead 29-23, emphasizing good shots, ball security, rebounding, hustle, and strong defense, led by Ariel Atkins and Angel Reese. This dominance continued into the second quarter. Atkins scored effectively, particularly with floaters, while Reese contributed inside, from the free-throw line, and mid-range. Kamilla Cardoso controlled the paint and rebounded, and Rachel Banham added three 3-pointers. A 28-point second quarter gave the Sky a commanding 57-44 halftime lead. Despite Chicago maintaining their lead early in the third quarter, the Lynx mounted a fierce comeback. Kayla McBride hit threes, Courtney Williams made key mid-range shots, and Napheesa Collier played aggressively. A 19-8 Lynx run spanning the end of the third and start of the fourth quarters reduced Chicago's once 15-point lead to just two points. The Sky, however, refocused on their initial approach of patience and persistence, never relinquishing the lead. They secured the win behind outstanding performances: Ariel Atkins led all scorers with 27 points (57.1% FG) and 3 rebounds, heavily influencing the second quarter. Angel Reese recorded her eighth consecutive double-double with 19 points and 11 rebounds. Kamilla Cardoso anchored the paint, and Rachel Banham provided crucial outside shooting. Towards the game's end, after a favorable call, Reese and Atkins shared an embrace, and Reese energized the ecstatic crowd. This victory stands as the Sky's biggest of the season.
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Luka Doncic And Bam Adebayo Spotted Partying With Michael Jordan At Exclusive Jordan Brand Event
Luka Doncic and Bam Adebayo were seen partying with Michael Jordan at an exclusive Jordan Brand dinner and afterparty in Athens, Greece, hosted by Jordan himself. The event gathered prominent Jordan Brand athletes and ambassadors, highlighting the brand's global reach. Luka Doncic was a central figure, joining other attendees including Bam Adebayo, Rui Hachimura, Quentin Richardson, NFL's Cam Jordan, model Jessica Sims, and Carmelo Anthony. A key activity was a creative design challenge. Doncic, Adebayo, Quentin Richardson, Jessica Sims, and Cam Jordan formed a team that won the competition. They received a trophy and a luxury bottle of Cincoro Tequila (co-founded by Jordan), with Richardson personally handing the tequila to Doncic and calling him the team "MVP". Following the competition, Doncic, Adebayo, and Richardson continued celebrating together in Athens nightlife, captured laughing and dancing in a viral photo shared by Richardson. Another photo showed Adebayo and Richardson posing with Michael Jordan. For Adebayo, the event reinforced his multi-year partnership with Jordan Brand (signed in 2019), showcasing his role as a versatile ambassador beyond his on-court play. Doncic's prominent role underscored his significant value to the Jordan Brand, especially following his contract extension through 2029. He remains the first European-born player to sign a signature shoe deal with Jordan.
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Minnesota Lynx waive former Top 10 pick after loss to Chicago Sky
The Minnesota Lynx have waived forward Alissa Pili, ending her two-year tenure with the team. Pili, the 8th overall pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft, was unable to secure a consistent role in the Lynx rotation during her first two seasons. Across 36 career games, Pili averaged 2.2 points and 1.2 rebounds in 6.1 minutes per game. Her best performance this season was an 8-point effort in 10 minutes against the Sparks on June 14th, but she failed to earn a larger role before being waived midseason. Pili previously acknowledged the mental challenge of receiving frequent "Did Not Play" designations, especially during the Lynx's WNBA Finals run last year, stating it "definitely taken a toll." However, she also expressed gratitude for the rare opportunity to be part of a successful team as a rookie, calling it a "great learning experience." The article highlights the contrast with Pili's elite college career, where she averaged 16.3 points per game as a USC freshman and was one of the nation's most efficient scorers at Utah in her senior season, averaging 21.4 points on 55% shooting, including 40.4% from three-point range. The Lynx announced Pili's waiver shortly after their loss to the Chicago Sky. Despite the loss, Minnesota holds the WNBA's best record at 18-4. The team is expected to sign another player to fill Pili's roster spot, but no replacement has been named yet.
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Mystics vs. Storm Prediction, Odds, Best WNBA Prop Bets for Sunday, July 13
The Seattle Storm and Washington Mystics are both competing for WNBA playoff spots. The Storm have won seven of their last ten games, moving them to fourth place in the standings before Sunday's game. The Mystics, holding a 10-10 record and tied with several teams, have won six of their last ten games heading into their matchup against the Storm. Despite Seattle's strong form, a recent loss to the Connecticut Sun is noted as a potential concern against Washington's young, defensive team. Given the Mystics' poor road record (only three wins this season), the Storm are 6.5-point favorites. A betting analysis focuses on a player prop for Mystics' Shakira Austin, specifically whether she will score over or under 14.5 points. Austin averages 12.4 points per game and has only exceeded 14.5 points in six of her 17 appearances this season. Despite recovering from an early-season injury, the analysis predicts she will not reach this mark against the Storm's defense, ranked third in the league for scoring defense. Reasons cited include Austin's limited minutes (only one game over 30 minutes), her reliance on scoring in the paint rather than from three-point range, and the presence of Storm defenders Nneka Ogwumike and Ezi Magbegor. The expectation is that Austin will finish under 14.5 points. The betting recommendation is to fade the Washington Mystics' team total. Although the Mystics have won six of their last ten to stay in playoff contention, the analysis argues against them offensively facing the Storm defense on Sunday. Statistical trends point towards a low-scoring game, leading the bettor to specifically target the Mystics' team total as their best wager for the matchup.
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Preview: Mystics continue out west to face the Storm
The Washington Mystics face the Seattle Storm on Sunday, July 13th at 6 p.m. ET at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, WA. The game will be broadcast on ION. The Mystics enter the game with Georgia Amoore listed as out. The Storm have Lexie Brown listed as day-to-day and Katie Lou Samuelson out. Washington is playing well recently, climbing back to a .500 record at 10-10. Rookies Kiki Iriafen and Sonia Citron have both been named All-Stars, while Shakira Austin and Brittney Sykes are also performing well. The team has won five of their last seven games, including victories against Minnesota and two wins against Las Vegas. Seattle holds a 12-8 record and has won six of its last nine games. This road game is considered the toughest on the Mystics' schedule in the past two weeks, especially as they travel to Los Angeles afterwards. This matchup marks the first meeting between the two teams this season. They will play again in Washington D.C. on July 26th and a final time in D.C. on August 24th. The Mystics are considered significant underdogs for this game, given only about a 23% chance of winning.
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Cyprus claim record-breaking fifth FIBA U16 Women's EuroBasket, Division C title
Cyprus defeated Armenia 65-58 in the FIBA U16 Women's EuroBasket 2025 Division C Final in Peja, Kosovo, securing their fifth Division C title, a new record. Cyprus dominated throughout, only trailing briefly early on. They built an eight-point lead in the first quarter and extended it to 38-27 by halftime after limiting Armenia to 10 points in the second quarter. Cyprus pushed their lead to 17 points early in the second half. Armenia mounted a late 6-0 run in the final period to reduce the deficit to single digits, but ran out of time for a full comeback. Angeliki Kyprianou led Cyprus with 19 points, supported by Katerina Shakalli's 18 points (including four three-pointers), 7 rebounds, and 5 assists. Tournament MVP Evelina Demetriadi contributed 8 rebounds, 3 assists, and 4 steals despite scoring only 4 points. Kelin Shajanian scored 22 points for Armenia. Albania retained the bronze medal, defeating Malta 61-57 in the Third Place Game. Albania overcame a 10-point deficit in the third quarter, led by Antea Filopati's all-around performance of 13 points, 10 assists, 9 steals, and 7 rebounds. In other classification games, Georgia secured fifth place by beating tournament hosts Kosovo 81-67, fueled by Ana Mestumrishvili's 24 points (matched by Kosovo's Anila Fazliu). Moldova claimed seventh place with a 55-33 victory over Gibraltar, highlighted by Eva Gorbunova's double-double of 12 points and 17 rebounds. The final standings and scores were: Cyprus 65-58 Armenia (Gold), Albania 61-57 Malta (Bronze), Georgia 81-67 Kosovo (5th), Moldova 55-33 Gibraltar (7th).
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Caitlin Clark Debuts 'Cookie Monster' Kobe 6 PE Shoes in Photos
Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark debuted a new all-blue colorway of her Kobe 6 Protro player edition sneakers ahead of Sunday's game against the Dallas Wings. This specific design was inspired by Cookie Monster from Sesame Street. Despite Clark's status as the reigning WNBA Rookie of the Year, fans currently can only obtain her player editions (PEs), as her signature shoe line with Nike is not expected to launch until 2026 at the earliest. Nike previously released a Fever-themed Kobe 5 Protro in her honor in June, which sold out online almost immediately. Clark's popularity remains high even though injuries have limited her to just 11 appearances this season and slightly affected her performance. Sunday marks her third game back from a groin injury, with head coach Stephanie White gradually reintegrating her into the rotation; Clark has played fewer than 30 minutes in each of her last two games. Clark is working to regain her rhythm. In her recent games – a loss to the Golden State Valkyries and a win over the Atlanta Dream – she combined for 22 points, shooting 9-of-29 from the floor. Should her shooting improve against the Wings, the "Cookie Monster" Kobe 6 Protros are likely to remain in her rotation.
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OKC Thunder NBA Champion gives honest Dallas Mavericks statement
The Oklahoma City Thunder are the reigning NBA champions after a dominant season, though questions linger about Tyrese Haliburton's Game 7 Finals injury. Two-time NBA champion Alex Caruso, interviewed about the upcoming season, commented on the Dallas Mavericks' prospects following their draft of Cooper Flagg. Caruso emphasized uncertainty, stating, "We got to see how they're gonna be," specifically noting Kyrie Irving's injury status ("He might be out the whole year. He might come back late. A lot of that depends on him."). Irving tore his ACL in March and underwent surgery in April. Initial reports suggested a January or February return, but Irving has since indicated he won't rush his recovery, prioritizing being 100% healthy before returning. Until Irving returns, the Mavericks present an interesting team dynamic with the addition of Flagg. While they possess a "loaded frontcourt" featuring Flagg, Anthony Davis, Dereck Lively II, P.J. Washington, Daniel Gafford, and Naji Marshall, their backcourt is considered a potential weakness. The team signed D'Angelo Russell to fill in at point guard, but the article notes that relying on Russell "doesn't always lead to success."
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Yuki Kawamura's Heartfelt Ja Morant Statement
Yuki Kawamura, a guard for the Chicago Bulls and former player with the Memphis Grizzlies, has been featured in the Bulls' first two games at the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas. The Bulls added him to their roster earlier this month after the Grizzlies decided not to extend his contract, giving him significant playing time. After scoring four points in a 109-92 loss to the Sacramento Kings on Saturday, Kawamura spoke to the media, expressing his affection for Memphis. He stated, "I miss Memphis for sure," praising the city's people as "so nice" and expressing his desire to have played there this season. However, he acknowledged the move as a business decision, saying, "It is what it is," while expressing satisfaction with his current opportunity with the Bulls and emphasizing his need to improve. During the game, Kawamura's former teammate Ja Morant showed support by posting an Instagram story watching him play. When asked about Morant, Kawamura responded emotionally, saying, "Of course I miss him," and referred to Morant as his "big brother." He added that Morant is planning a trip to Japan soon, and Kawamura hopes to be in Japan at the same time to reunite with him. Looking ahead, Kawamura and the Bulls are scheduled to face the Indiana Pacers at 6 p.m. ET on Monday, with the game airing nationally on ESPNU. The Grizzlies, meanwhile, will play the Golden State Warriors at 10:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday, broadcast on NBATV.
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Sun Belt Commissioner Keith Gill Begins Term as NCAA Men’s Basketball Committee Chair
On July 1, 2025, the matchups for the first round of the 2025-26 MAC-SBC Challenge in men's basketball were officially announced, setting the stage for the upcoming inter-conference competition. On June 11, 2025, the Sun Belt Conference welcomed three new head coaches to its men's basketball programs for the 2025-26 season, marking significant leadership changes across the league. Posthumous recognition was awarded on May 6, 2025, to Vic Bubas, the founding commissioner of the Sun Belt Conference, who received the Tom Jernstedt Lifetime Achievement Award for his enduring contributions to college basketball. The Sun Belt Conference released its comprehensive 2024-25 Men's Basketball Year-In-Review on May 5, 2025, summarizing team performances, statistical highlights, and key moments from the past season. Three standout men's basketball players from the Sun Belt Conference were selected to participate in the prestigious 71st Annual Portsmouth Invitational Tournament, as announced on April 16, 2025, providing them with a platform to showcase their skills before professional scouts.
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SB Reacts: Dallas Mavericks free agency and playoff prediction reactions
The Dallas Mavericks conducted a fan poll with two questions about the team's offseason. The first question asked if the Mavericks did enough in free agency. The fan vote was evenly split. The split reflects the vague nature of the question; those concerned about guard depth likely voted "no," while those considering salary cap limitations and available free agents likely voted "yes." Regardless of the split, the article notes this is the roster the Mavericks will have for the upcoming regular season. The second question asked if the Mavericks would make the playoffs. Fans overwhelmingly voted "yes," a level of optimism that surprised the author. The author personally holds the minority view, expressing concern that the team, despite potentially guarding well, will struggle to score due to a lack of dribble penetration and shooting – key elements of modern NBA offenses. However, the author acknowledges it's early (July) and remains open to being proven wrong. The article mentions current betting odds: the team's win total over/under is set at 40.5 games, and they are listed at +102 to make the playoffs, concluding that the actual games will ultimately determine the outcome.
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