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What to Know About Womenâs Basketball Today
1. The WNBA Releases the 2026 Schedule đď¸
The WNBA officially released the 2026 regular season schedule, with opening tip set for May 8. The schedule includes the leagueâs two newest teams, the Portland Fire and the Toronto Tempo, as the WNBA gears up for its 30th season. (WNBA)
WHY IT MATTERS: CBA or no CBA, the league isnât slowing down. Year 30 is a major milestone, and getting the schedule out now could be a positive signal on progress of the CBA negotiations. The WNBA is the longest-running womenâs pro sports league in the U.S., and next season could be another banner year if the league and players can align quickly.
2. Unrivaledâs Business Is Booming đ°
Unrivaled is big business. The league is on track to bring in roughly $40 million in revenue for season two â a 48% jump from last year â despite week 1 chatter around decreased viewership numbers. (Yahoo Sports)
WHY IT MATTERS: This is a good reminder that one stat never tells the whole story. While much focus at the start of Unrivaled this year was on decreased TV viewership, the big picture looks strong. Social engagement is up year over year, merchandise sales are climbing, and the leagueâs business model continues to show real traction. The momentum for this young league continues to build by putting an exciting product on the court.
đłď¸ Poll: Have you watched an Unrivaled game this season?
3. Becky Hammon Midseason Mid-Major Watchlist Is Out đ
Her Hoop Stats released its midseason watchlist for the 2026 Becky Hammon Mid-Major Player of the Year Award, spotlighting 15 top players across nonâPower 4 conferences.
WHY IT MATTERS: Named after the 6x WNBA All-Star, and 3x championship-winning coach Becky Hammon (who played at Colorado State), this award exists to give mid-major players their flowers. Mid-majors are often ignored in the national conversation, but they consistently produce pro-level talent. Just look at WNBA vets Courtney Vandersloot (Gonzaga), Natasha Cloud (St. Josephâs), and Alysha Clark (Middle Tennessee), among others. Keep your eye on this watchlist. There could be a future WNBA star whom you can say you knew of back when.
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OVERTIME âąď¸
New Series Set: Vanderbilt and UConn, currently the only undefeated Division 1 teams this season, agreed to a home-and-home series starting in 2027â28, with games in Storrs and Nashville.
Run It Back: Unrivaled announced the return of its 1-on-1 tournament on Feb. 11, 13, and 14, with $200K going to the champion.
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