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What to Know About Women’s Basketball Today
1. Women’s Basketball Lands Five Spots on TIME’s New Sports List 🤩
TIME released its first-ever 100 Most Influential People in Sports list, and women’s basketball was well represented. Caitlin Clark, Dawn Staley, and A’ja Wilson were named in the “Icons” category, while Nneka Ogwumike landed among the “Titans” and Becky Hammon was recognized as a “Leader.”
WHY IT MATTERS: This is the first year TIME has created a sports-focused version of its influential people list, spotlighting athletes, coaches, executives, broadcasters, and agents who shape culture. Seeing five women’s basketball figures recognized reflects the sport’s growing impact.
2. A’ja Wilson Gets to 6,000 Faster Than Anyone Ever 👑
A’ja Wilson reached 6,000 career regular-season points on Monday night, becoming the fastest player in WNBA history to hit the milestone. She got there in her 278th career game, passing Diana Taurasi, who previously held the record at 291 games. (ESPN)
WHY IT MATTERS: Only 19 players in the league’s 30-year history have scored 6,000 or more regular-season points. Wilson is already one of the most accomplished players the WNBA has ever seen, and reaching the milestone this quickly is another reminder of how dominant she has been from the start. She now sits at 6,004 points at just 29 years old, putting her in position to keep moving up the all-time scoring list.
🗳️ Do you think A'ja Wilson will eventually break the all-time scoring record?
3. Sabrina Ionescu’s Return Might Be Getting Closer 👀
Sabrina Ionescu did not travel with the New York Liberty on their latest road trip, but the team says she is participating in 5-on-5 practices back home. The four-time All-Star has appeared in just one game this season while dealing with an ankle injury and ongoing back soreness. (Yahoo Sports)
WHY IT MATTERS: There’s still no official timetable for her return, but practicing 5-on-5 is an encouraging sign. The Liberty have won five straight games and remain unbeaten in Commissioner’s Cup play, even without one of their biggest stars. Adding a healthy Ionescu back into the mix could make an already tough team that much harder to beat.
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OVERTIME ⏱️
Dime Topper: Chelsea Gray became the Las Vegas Aces’ all-time assists leader, passing Becky Hammon for the top spot in franchise history.
Weekly Applause: Breanna Stewart and Olivia Miles were named the WNBA’s Eastern and Western Conference Players of the Week for Week 4.
In The Clutch: Caitlin Clark buried a logo three with 1.2 seconds left to lift the Indiana Fever to a 78-76 win over the Washington Mystics.
