@WBBDaily Morning Edition May 25th 2023

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Analysis: Why Breanna Stewart’s dominant start in New York could sting for Storm fans | The Seattle Times

When asked how it feels to play in front of family and friends in her home state, Stewart told the Barclays Center fans: “It feels like I made the right decision.” Ouch.

Phoenix Mercury's Britney Griner is finally playing basketball and angering trolls in the process

Same as it ever was

Early Embers: Takeaways From the Sparks’ Preseason » Winsidr

The preseason is a pivotal time for coaches and players to develop chemistry, get accustomed to each individual’s playing style, and hone the team’s play action. For a team like the Los Angeles Sparks, this time is especially crucial, as they have undergone several changes during the offseason. Leading up to the 2023 campaign, the…

Refreshed Team or Same Ol’ Dallas Wings: Analyzing the Franchise’s Transition » Winsidr

The revolving theme around the Dallas Wings is that the franchise just can’t get it right. Over the past two years, the Wings grew promisingly under the guidance of former head coach Vickie Johnson. They struck playoff berths in both 2021 and 2022, and were on a mission to prove that their young talent could…

Sky tapping into artificial intelligence with new partnership with GameOn Technology - Chicago Sun-Times

In conjunction with the launch of their new app, the Sky became the third WNBA team to get into the AI game.

Sue Bird: Year One

Olivia Nelson-Ododa's Versatility Gives The Sun A New Dimension

Connecticut has benefitted from the second-year big’s versatility on defense, allowing them to diversify their coverages in a 3-0 start.

Diamond Miller Applying Lessons From Maryland Women's Basketball To WNBA - PressBox

The No. 2 overall pick in the 2023 WNBA Draft, former Maryland star Diamond Miller compares herself to a "sponge," soaking up lessons in her first pro season. "I know I'm going to make mistakes," Miller said, "I know I still have a lot to learn."

Dearica Hamby feels gratitude, support from other moms in Sparks debut following WNBA investigation, Aces trade

“I think you don’t truly realize what you’ve been through until you’re in hindsight looking back. In the moment, it’s like, 'Duh, I can do this,' but when I look back, I’ll probably look back like, 'You really did that.'”

Women's Sports

May-June 2023 Cut Cover: Savannah James

The matriarch of the James clan has always been the one calling the shots.