Ten biggest questions for the WNBA offseason
As Chicago celebrates its WNBA title, many questions already linger for the offseason, including possible retirements and player movement in free agency.
2021 Schedule
2021 Schedule
8-24, 5th in Eastern Conference
Why the WNBA may be entering thrive mode
In her effort to push the league into a stronger financial future, WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert wants to disrupt the economic model that she says has undervalued women's sports.
Ex-WNBA player Wright named coach of Dream
Tanisha Wright, who played 10 of her 14 WNBA seasons with Seattle and won a title in 2010, will take over as the new head coach of the Atlanta Dream, who have gone through a lot of turmoil over the past two seasons.
Montgomery: Dream didn't know 'magnitude' of fight video (2:08)
Montgomery: Dream didn't know extent of video
Dream co-owner Renee Montgomery said Wednesday the video in May of a fight involving Courtney Williams and Crystal Bradford was only "10 to 15 seconds long, with no context," which was partly why neither were disciplined at the time.
Agent: Dream won't bring back Williams, Bradford
The Dream won't bring back Courtney Williams and Crystal Bradford after their involvement in a fight in May, their agent said. He also said the team knew about the fight when it happened and didn't discipline the players then.
Dream's Williams sorry for video joking about fight
Dream guard Courtney Williams apologized Monday for a since-deleted YouTube video she posted over the weekend in which she joked about a fight she was involved in earlier this year in Atlanta.
Is it time for the WNBA to dump single-elimination playoff games?
After months of work, some teams' WNBA postseason will be over in 40 minutes. Coaches and players are ready to move on from single-elimination games.
The real top 25 players in WNBA history -- according to the stats
Kevin Pelton's statistical model offers a much different order of the league's all-time best than our panel selected.
'Disrespectful,' 'ridiculous' and 'ready to fight': Experts sound off on WNBA top 25 player ranking snubs
Why Ticha Penicheiro's snub is an outrage, Breanna Stewart is ranked too high and other expert responses to ESPN's ranking of the 25 best WNBA players.
Ranking the 25 greatest players in WNBA history
It's the 25th anniversary season of the WNBA, and from the original players who helped start the league to playoff-bound stars, we name the best 25.
Connecticut Sun win 14th straight, defeat Dream 84-64
— Natisha Hiedeman scored 16 points off the bench, Brionna Jones had a double-double and the Connecticut Sun closed out the WNBA regular season with a 14-game winning streak, topping the Atlanta Dream 84-64 on Sunday.
Sykes scores 17 points, Sparks keep postseason hopes alive
— Brittney Sykes scored 17 points, Nneka Ogwumike had 15 points and 10 rebounds and the Los Angeles Sparks beat the Atlanta Dream 74-68 on Thursday night to keep their playoff hopes alive.
Why Jonquel Jones is the WNBA MVP, plus expert picks for every major award
The Connecticut forward is our unanimous pick for MVP. But her teammates and coach also make the Sun the favorite for three other major awards.
Hayes scores season-high 31 to lead Atlanta past Indiana
— Tiffany Hayes scored a season-high 31 points, Courtney Williams had 15 points and 11 rebounds and the Atlanta Dream beat the Indiana Fever 85-78 on Tuesday night for coach Darius Taylor's first home victory.
WNBA Power Rankings: Dallas Wings clinch playoff berth; Connecticut Sun lock up No. 1 seed
It's chaos in the WNBA as teams attempt to upset others and claim the last playoff spot in the final week of the regular season.
Tina Charles moves into 2nd place on WNBA rebounding list
— Tina Charles had 26 points and 16 rebounds and the Washington Mystics beat the Atlanta Dream 82-74 on Friday night to snap a three-game losing streak.
All the top teams and games to watch in the WNBA playoff race
With a week to go in the regular season, which teams could clash in the WNBA Finals? And which squads have the inside track on earning playoff byes?
Why the 2021 WNBA draft class has struggled to make an impact
It's too soon to call it the worst draft class in WNBA history. But so far, April's class has been underwhelming and struggled to make its mark.
Mercury win 10th straight on Peddy's 3 late free throws
— Shey Peddy made three free throws with 3.8 seconds left and the short-handed Phoenix Mercury rallied to beat the Atlanta Dream 76-75 on Wednesday night for their 10th straight victory.
Dream hire prez in new owners' 1st major move
The Atlanta Dream have hired veteran sports executive Morgan Shaw Parker as president and chief operating officer.
WNBA Power Rankings: Phoenix Mercury, Minnesota Lynx and Chicago Sky nab three more playoff spots
Open playoff spots are running out, as we name each team's MVP and impact makers
Hayes scores 22, Dream beats Wings 69-64 to end 11-game skid
— Tiffany Hayes had 22 points, eight rebounds and three steals, Monique Billings had her second consecutive double-double and the Atlanta Dream beat the Dallas Wings 69-64 on Sunday to snap an 11-game winless streak.
Why the Mercury look unstoppable -- but the Sun are the favorite in the WNBA
How has Phoenix turned around its season? How is Connecticut the front-runner without Alyssa Thomas? And are we on tank watch in Atlanta and Indiana?
Ogunbowale hits late FTs to seal Wings' victory over Dream
— Allisha Gray had 19 points and 10 rebounds, Arike Ogunbowale scored 17 points and the Dallas Wings beat the Atlanta Dream 72-68 on Thursday night.
2021 Eastern Conference Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 26 | 6 | .813 | - | W14 |
| Chicago | 16 | 16 | .500 | 10 | W1 |
| New York | 12 | 20 | .375 | 14 | W1 |
| Washington | 12 | 20 | .375 | 14 | L2 |
| Atlanta | 8 | 24 | .250 | 18 | L2 |
| Indiana | 6 | 26 | .188 | 20 | L7 |
2021 Team Leaders
- Offense
- Defense
Points Per Game
Assists Per Game
Field Goal Percentage
Rebounds Per Game
Steals Per Game
Blocks Per Game
Team Stats
Points Per Game78.7
Rebounds Per Game34.2
Assists Per Game17.4
Team History
| YEAR | W | L | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 7 | 15 | .318 |
| 2019 | 8 | 26 | .235 |
| 2018 | 23 | 11 | .676 |
| 2017 | 12 | 22 | .353 |