The New York Times – Sports:
The league embraces progressive causes supported by players. But some team owners pull in the opposite direction, as apparent in the Orlando Magic’s donation to Gov. Ron DeSantis of Florida.
Category: Engelbert, Catherine
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WNBA Draft: Aliyah Boston Goes No. 1 to Indiana Fever
The New York Times – Sports:
Boston, a senior forward from the University of South Carolina, was the second-ever top pick from her college.
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WNBA Upgrades to Charter Flights for Finals
The New York Times – Sports:
For the first time ever, the W.N.B.A. is providing charter flights throughout the finals. Aces and Sun players are loving it — and hope it becomes permanent.
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WNBA Stars to Head Overseas Despite Brittney Griner’s Arrest in Russia
The New York Times – Sports:
Playing for international teams can earn top players more than $1 million. But Brittney Griner’s detention in Russia has complicated the choice to go abroad.
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W.N.B.A. Adds Charter Flights for the Finals. Here Is Why That Matters.
The New York Times – Sports:
Teams usually fly on commercial airlines, but that will change for the W.N.B.A. finals. This could be good news for players’ health, finances and game.
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Brittney Griner’s Supporters Hold Steady After Guilty Plea
The New York Times – Sports:
Griner, the W.N.B.A. star, pleaded guilty to drug charges in Russia on Thursday. But her supporters are still determined to fight to bring her home.
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Why Brittney Griner Could Be the Last American Basketball Star in Russia
The New York Times – Sports:
The atrocities of the war in Ukraine and Griner’s detention in Russia on drug charges could cut off a lucrative pipeline for women’s basketball players.