WNBA EXPANSION

Mar 18 2026SPORTS

Portland Fire Gets a Tight‑Fit Launch in the WNBA

The Portland Fire, an expansion team that has been in limbo for over a decade, finally gets the green light to play. The league’s latest collective bargaining deal gives players more revenue share, but it also sets a ticking clock for the new franchise. The Fire’s leadership—President Clare Hamill a

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Feb 02 2025SPORTS

Detroit Hoops Dreams: Grant Hill Eyes WNBA Revival

Long before Grant Hill set his sights on a piece of the WNBA, he built an impressive sports portfolio. This includes being part of the Atlanta Hawks Board, owning stakes in MLS Orlando City SC and the NWSL Pride. In 2017, Hill failed to buy Atlanta Dream, but he did not give up. This quest now was t

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Dec 06 2024SPORTS

Who Will the Liberty Protect? Picking Players for the Expansion Draft

The Golden State Valkyries, a new team in the WNBA, are about to participate in the league's first expansion draft in a long time. This means the New York Liberty, along with other WNBA teams, had to choose six players they want to protect. These players can't be drafted by the Valkyries. The Liber

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Nov 21 2024SPORTS

Cleveland Dreams Big: WNBA Expansion on the Horizon

Cleveland's got its eyes on the WNBA prize! With women's pro basketball gaining popularity fast, the Rock Entertainment Group (also linked to the NBA's Cleveland Cavaliers) is keen to bring a WNBA expansion team to the city. The goal? To use their platform to promote equal opportunities and unite th

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Nov 20 2024SPORTS

Cleveland Eyes WNBA Team: A Fresh Sports Opportunity

Cleveland, a city known for its passionate sports fans, is making a move to bring the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) to town. Dan Gilbert, the owner of the Cleveland Cavaliers, is leading the charge through his company, Rock Entertainment Group. This group has plans to submit a propo

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