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What will Napheesa Collier do in free agency?</description><pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2026 11:34:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2143,h_1205,x_452,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/403/01m5dcfzs2982jkr9nz8.jpg" caption="Napheesa Collier, Minnesota Lynx | USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Josh Cornelissen"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Angel Reese&#39;s unusual Game 6 strategy was the key to defeating Golden State</title><link>https://highposthoops.com/angel-reeses-unusual-game-6-strategy-was-the-key-to-defeating-golden-state?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Alexander Cowles</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m67k078p3n</guid><description>Defensive Player of the Year Angel Reese is a woman of many talents, but outside shooting has never been her game. </description><pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2026 03:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4778,h_2687,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/403/01m67k1z6xz4ecb6tpz5.jpg" caption="Oct 29, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese (5) reacts after a three-pointer against the Golden State Valkyries in the fourth quarter during game six of the 2026 WNBA Finals at State Farm Arena. 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Mandatory Credit: Lucas Peltier-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Stephanie Kaloi"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>A historic Game 7 is tremendous, but also represents a bitter reality</title><link>https://highposthoops.com/a-historic-game-7-is-tremendous-but-also-represents-a-bitter-reality?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Stephanie Kaloi</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m67hq15e3p</guid><description>The Golden State Valkyries and Atlanta Dream will play a historic Game 7 on Saturday in San Francisco.</description><pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2026 01:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4758,h_2676,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/403/01m67hs8src7erm1tk7a.jpg" caption="Oct 29, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Golden State Valkyries forward Gabby Williams (1) in action against the Atlanta Dream in the first quarter during game six of the 2026 WNBA Finals at State Farm Arena. 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All they need to do is execute Natalie Nakase&#39;s vision.</description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 17:15:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2884,h_1622,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/403/01m66q08rhn6ys4nbrfx.jpg" caption="Oct 29, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Golden State Valkyries head coach Natalie Nakase on the sideline against the Atlanta Dream in the first quarter during game six of the 2026 WNBA Finals at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jason Ounpraseuth"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Gabby Williams found the key to a Valkyries championship too late in Game 6</title><link>https://highposthoops.com/gabby-williams-found-key-valkyries-championship-too-late-game-6?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Elaine Blum</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m66eznph47</guid><description>Gabby Williams got going too late to save the Valkyries in Game 6.</description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 14:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5368,h_3019,x_0,y_178/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/403/01m66f475m92n138dvvs.jpg" caption="Oct 9, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA;  Golden State Valkyries forward Gabby Williams (1) reacts in the second half during game three of the second round for the 2026 WNBA Playoffsa against the Las Vegas Aces  at Michelob Ultra Arena.  Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Elaine Blum"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Angel Reese will overtake Caitlin Clark with a Game 7 victory</title><link>https://highposthoops.com/angel-reese-will-overtake-caitlin-clark-with-a-game-7-victory?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Josh Cornelissen</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m666zhaq26</guid><description>If Angel Reese and the Atlanta Dream can win the WNBA Finals, she will have the advantage in career accolades over Caitlin Clark as the rivals begin their careers.</description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2975,h_1673,x_388,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/403/01m6671sczeh6tta62nq.jpg" caption="Caitlin Clark, Indiana Fever | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Josh Cornelissen"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Rhyne Howard is on the perfect finals trajectory to deliver Dream’s first title</title><link>https://highposthoops.com/rhyne-howard-perfect-finals-trajectory-deliver-dream-first-title?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Elaine Blum</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m663nssy9g</guid><description>Rhyne Howard played her best finals game yet in Game 6, but the job isnt done yet. </description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 11:00:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5050,h_2840,x_0,y_40/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/403/01m663t3sb6chbd3wfpf.jpg" caption="Oct 29, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Dream guard Rhyne Howard (10) reacts after a basket against the Golden State Valkyries in the first quarter during game six of the 2026 WNBA Finals at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Elaine Blum"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Lauren Betts&#39; offseason decision will unlock a brand new player next season</title><link>https://highposthoops.com/lauren-betts-offseason-decision-will-unlock-a-brand-new-player-next-season?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Stephanie Kaloi</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m6515hv12q</guid><description>Lauren Betts is spending the offseason playing overseas in Turkey, a decision she made in part because her father had a similar experience.</description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 01:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5630,h_3166,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/403/01m65424egwh1bxac231.jpg" caption="Aug 27, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Washington Mystics center Lauren Betts (51) against the Phoenix Mercury at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Stephanie Kaloi"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>How the Atlanta Dream can win Game 7 of the WNBA Finals</title><link>https://highposthoops.com/how-the-atlanta-dream-can-win-game-7-of-the-wnba-finals?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Stephanie Kaloi</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m6504asz33</guid><description>The Atlanta Dream can absolutely win Game 7 of the WNBA Finals, but they will need another big performance from one of their stars.</description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2465,h_1386,x_1487,y_317/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/403/01m65063knkhrdqfectd.jpg" caption="Oct 29, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Dream guard Allisha Gray (15) celebrates during a timeout with forward DeWanna Bonner (24) against the Golden State Valkyries in the fourth quarter during game six of the 2026 WNBA Finals at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Stephanie Kaloi"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Angel Reese’s 3-point shooting continues to be an indicator of the Dream’s success</title><link>https://highposthoops.com/angel-reese-s-3-point-shooting-continues-to-be-an-indicator-dream-success?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Elaine Blum</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m64n9bsxr0</guid><description>Angel Reese hit two big 3-pointers in the Dream’s Game 6 victory.</description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 22:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4305,h_2421,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/403/01m64nbmyhhrdzfrrq0v.jpg" caption="Oct 29, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese (5) reacts after a three-pointer against the Golden State Valkyries in the fourth quarter during game six of the 2026 WNBA Finals at State Farm Arena. 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Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Elaine Blum"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Angel Reese must sustain her Game 6 adjustment for the Dream to win it all</title><link>https://highposthoops.com/angel-reese-must-sustain-game-6-adjustment-for-dream-to-win-it-all?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nathan Doyle</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m64hbjk2mw</guid><description>If Angel Reese can find playmaking consistency, the Atlanta Dream can be victorious in the WNBA Finals.</description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:17:52 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2350,h_1321,x_650,y_20/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/403/01m64hkzyph6xwnam0nb.jpg" caption="Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese (5) reacts after a play against the Golden State Valkyries in the second quarter during game six of the 2026 WNBA Finals at State Farm Arena on October 29, 2026.  | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nathan Doyle"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The best years of Kate Martin&#39;s basketball career are still ahead of her</title><link>https://highposthoops.com/the-best-years-of-kate-martins-basketball-career-are-still-ahead-of-her?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Stephanie Kaloi</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m62bv2xxev</guid><description>Kate Martin won&#39;t be playing in Unrivaled next season, but this is hardly the end of her career in basketball.</description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 23:15:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3739,h_2103,x_0,y_249/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/403/01m62bwf6t4j7n36402v.jpg" caption="Jun 15, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Sparks guard Kate Martin (21) thanks the crowd for her welcome before the game against the Golden State Valkyries in a Commissioner’s Cup game at Chase Center. 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Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Elaine Blum"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Natalie Nakase has a WNBA Finals advantage Karl Smesko can’t match</title><link>https://highposthoops.com/natalie-nakase-has-wnba-finals-advantage-karl-smesko-cant-match?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Elaine Blum</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m613z17412</guid><description>They’re both new head coaches, but Natalie Nakase isn’t new to the WNBA. </description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4069,h_2288,x_0,y_29/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/403/01m6141972rgcx10pcfw.jpg" caption="Oct 21, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Golden State Valkyries head coach Natalie Nakase shows emotion against the Atlanta Dream in the first quarter during game three of the 2026 WNBA Finals at State Farm Arena. 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If we stop for one moment, we&#39;ll realize that this game is going to be awesome!</description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:00:03 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3815,h_2145,x_497,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/403/01m613fv6v0sr3cjh62c.jpg" caption="Angel Reese, Atlanta Dream | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Josh Cornelissen"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Hannah Hidalgo should be drafted to one WNBA team and one WNBA team only</title><link>https://highposthoops.com/hannah-hidalgo-should-be-drafted-to-one-wnba-team-and-one-wnba-team-only?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Stephanie Kaloi</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m601hm88z5</guid><description>ESPN&#39;s 2027 WNBA mock draft has Hannah Hidalgo going No. 3 overall, and potentially being drafted by a team that would truly be a strong fit.</description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4367,h_2456,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/403/01m601svrrxqh7cktbnh.jpg" caption="Notre Dame guard Hannah Hidalgo looks on during a women&#39;s basketball exhibition game against Truman State at Purcell Pavilion on Monday, Oct. 26, 2026, in South Bend. | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Stephanie Kaloi"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Dream’s Game 6 offensive turnaround has to start with their defense</title><link>https://highposthoops.com/the-dream-s-game-6-offensive-turnaround-has-to-start-with-their-defense?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Elaine Blum</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m611e1q0tg</guid><description>Atlanta needs to get back to playing Dream basketball. </description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5724,h_3219,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/403/01m611kakhncaw65dgfj.jpg" caption="Jul 13, 2026; College Park, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Dream guard Rhyne Howard (10) in action against the Los Angeles Sparks in the second quarter at Gateway Center Arena at College Park. 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Could the two stars swap places this winter?</description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:00:05 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4031,h_2267,x_47,y_142/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/403/01m5dc66jmjg0mw2nmb4.jpg" caption="Jackie Young, Las Vegas Aces and Kelsey Mitchell, Indiana Fever | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Josh Cornelissen"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Atlanta lost Game 5 because they just didn&#39;t play like the Dream</title><link>https://highposthoops.com/atlanta-lost-game-5-because-they-just-didnt-play-like-the-dream?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Stephanie Kaloi</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m604c64xpm</guid><description>The Atlanta Dream has a lot to bounce back from when they host the Golden State Valkyries in Game 6 of the WNBA Finals Thursday.</description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 02:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5428,h_3053,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/403/01m604dmgjj6kea34f1m.jpg" caption="Oct 21, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Dream guard Allisha Gray (15) and forward Angel Reese (5) and guard Rhyne Howard (10) in action against the Golden State Valkyries in the first quarter during game three of the 2026 WNBA Finals at State Farm Arena. 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Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Stephanie Kaloi"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Kiah Stokes deserves Finals MVP after Game 5 master class</title><link>https://highposthoops.com/kiah-stokes-deserves-finals-mvp-after-game-5-master-class?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Josh Cornelissen</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5xh59a599</guid><description>Kiah Stokes led the Golden State Valkyries to a Game 5 victory, continuing a dominant WNBA Finals that should earn her Finals MVP.</description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 02:26:26 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4088,h_2299,x_389,y_104/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/403/01m5xjsgxvbysj2z518t.jpg" caption="Kiah Stokes, Golden State Valkyries | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Josh Cornelissen"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Valkyries need Veronica Burton to stay aggressive to realize title dreams</title><link>https://highposthoops.com/the-valkyries-need-veronica-burton-stay-aggressive-realize-title-dreams?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Madisyn Cunningham</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5whafzqx5</guid><description>Veronica Burton holds the key to the Valkyries’ title hopes.</description><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4014,h_2257,x_0,y_60/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/403/01m5wsb7akeb4drbdn6t.jpg" caption="Sep 19, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA;  Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton (22) reacts after a three-point basket during the third period against the Seattle Storm at Chase Center.  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Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Madisyn Cunningham"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Angel Reese&#39;s teammates are failing her at the worst possible time</title><link>https://highposthoops.com/angel-reese-teammates-failing-her-at-worst-possible-time-canada-gray-howard?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Josh Cornelissen</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5w1z0358p</guid><description>Angel Reese was taken out of Game 4 of the WNBA Finals, and her Atlanta Dream teammates couldn&#39;t step up. If they continue to fail her, Reese is going to lose.</description><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3808,h_2142,x_1396,y_9/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/403/01m5w2gejr3x0rdzpczy.jpg" caption="Angel Reese, Atlanta Dream | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Josh Cornelissen"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Angel Reese’s response to biggest WNBA challenge yet may define the Dream’s season</title><link>https://highposthoops.com/angel-reese-s-response-biggest-wnba-challenge-yet-may-define-dream-s-season?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Elaine Blum</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5w2ag9jcq</guid><description>Game 5 is the biggest game of Angel Reese’s WNBA career so far.</description><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4031,h_2267,x_0,y_167/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/403/01m5w2dy2y75qqmnjhyx.jpg" caption="Oct 21, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese (5) reacts after a basket against the Golden State Valkyries in the second quarter during game three of the 2026 WNBA Finals at State Farm Arena. 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Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Stephanie Kaloi"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Valkyries got back on track by getting back to the team&#39;s basics</title><link>https://highposthoops.com/the-valkyries-got-back-on-track-by-getting-back-to-the-teams-basics?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Stephanie Kaloi</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5nw2dmqqc</guid><description>The Golden State Valkyries were on the brink of losing the WNBA Finals to the Atlanta Dream, but managed a tight win on Saturday.</description><pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2026 19:15:29 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3633,h_2043,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/403/01m5t7e6pvfgnhhd9w2b.jpg" caption="Oct 24, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Golden State Valkyries guard Tiffany Hayes (15) celebrates after a victory over the Atlanta Dream in game four of the 2026 WNBA Finals at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Stephanie Kaloi"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Fever must make biggest decision of Caitlin Clark era, and they cannot get it wrong</title><link>https://highposthoops.com/fever-must-make-biggest-decision-of-caitlin-clark-era-and-they-cannot-get-it-wrong?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Elaine Blum</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5sv22xchj</guid><description>The Fever need to find the right GM to build a contender around Caitlin Clark.</description><pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4206,h_2365,x_1410,y_421/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/403/01m5sxbjq1x0gp925abg.jpg" caption="Oct 1, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA;  Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) looks outward during the fourth quarter of game three of the first round for the 2026 WNBA Playoffs against the Las Vegas Aces at Michelob Ultra Arena.  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Can they replicate the formula?</description><pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2439,h_1371,x_537,y_45/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/403/01m5scvnhvv6s989t4g8.jpg" caption="Kiah Stokes, Golden State Vlakyries | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Josh Cornelissen"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Valkyries’ All-WNBA snub further proves how extraordinary their season has been</title><link>https://highposthoops.com/valkyries-all-wnba-snub-further-proves-how-extraordinary-their-season-has-been?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Elaine Blum</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5sas9bd98</guid><description>No Valkyries player received All-WNBA honors.</description><pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2026 11:00:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3986,h_2242,x_422,y_35/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/403/01m5sb0p0hajhwqdndkr.jpg" caption="Oct 21, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Golden State Valkyries forward Gabby Williams (1) in action against the Atlanta Dream in the third quarter during game three of the 2026 WNBA Finals at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Elaine Blum"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Dream will regret letting Game 4 of the WNBA Finals slip away at home</title><link>https://highposthoops.com/dream-will-regret-letting-game-4-wnba-finals-slip-away-at-home?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Elaine Blum</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5qqdrxpny</guid><description>The Dream battled back from a big deficit but couldn’t close the deal.</description><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 19:53:53 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4155,h_2337,x_86,y_50/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/403/01m5qqfxx82h0hsxasvg.jpg" caption="Oct 21, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese (5) reacts after a foul against the Golden State Valkyries in the third quarter during game three of the 2026 WNBA Finals at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Elaine Blum"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Retaining Stephanie White contradicts the Indiana Fever&#39;s new direction</title><link>https://highposthoops.com/retaining-stephanie-white-contradicts-indiana-fever-s-new-direction?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nathan Doyle</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5qc8egane</guid><description>If a fresh start is the Indiana Fever&#39;s aim, allowing Stephanie White to continue as head coach is a bad decision.</description><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 19:00:03 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5701,h_3206,x_1011,y_141/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/403/01m5qcsdtr5psgxwqjzg.jpg" caption="Dallas, Texas, USA; Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White during the game between the Dallas Wings and the Indiana Fever at the American Airlines Center on August 1, 2025. | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nathan Doyle"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Lynx could upgrade on Courtney Williams if Kelsey Mitchell wants to get out</title><link>https://highposthoops.com/lynx-could-upgrade-on-courtney-williams-if-kelsey-mitchell-wants-to-get-out?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Josh Cornelissen</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5dcbfegz2</guid><description>Kelsey Mitchell can choose her next team, and the Minnesota Lynx could sign her to upgrade on Courtney Williams and make another run at a championship</description><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 13:00:06 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2134,h_1200,x_546,y_6/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/403/01m5dccvxc7vxefhq0c9.jpg" caption="Courtney Williams, Minnesota Lynx | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Josh Cornelissen"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Letting the Dream win Game 4 could doom the Valkyries’ title hopes</title><link>https://highposthoops.com/letting-the-dream-win-game-4-could-doom-valkyries-title-hopes?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Elaine Blum</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5ps4jcych</guid><description>The Valkyries don’t want to fall behind 3-1.</description><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 11:06:17 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3425,h_1926,x_0,y_198/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/403/01m5ps80fp398ydkr6b5.jpg" caption="Oct 9, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA;  Golden State Valkyries head coach Natalie Nakase reacts in the second half during game three of the second round for the 2026 WNBA Playoffs against the Las Vegas Aces at Michelob Ultra Arena.  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Mandatory Credit: Lucas Peltier-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Stephanie Kaloi"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Valkyries’ early WNBA Finals showings only amplified their biggest offseason need</title><link>https://highposthoops.com/valkyries-wnba-finals-showing-only-amplified-their-biggest-offseason-need?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Elaine Blum</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5m1azrkce</guid><description>The Valkyries could really use another go-to scorer right now. </description><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5368,h_3019,x_0,y_306/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/403/01m5m1dhxwq2c92rne85.jpg" caption="Oct 9, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA;  Golden State Valkyries forward Gabby Williams (1) reacts in the second half during game three of the second round for the 2026 WNBA Playoffsa against the Las Vegas Aces  at Michelob Ultra Arena.  Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Elaine Blum"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Finals are exposing Fever front office’s biggest shortcomings in Caitlin Clark era</title><link>https://highposthoops.com/finals-exposing-fever-front-office-biggest-shortcomings-caitlin-clark-era?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Elaine Blum</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5hqvghfk7</guid><description>The Fever have a lot of roster holes to address.</description><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4799,h_2699,x_817,y_449/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/403/01m5htczasm3h9mt4ey6.jpg" caption="Oct 1, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA;  Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) looks outward during the fourth quarter of game three of the first round for the 2026 WNBA Playoffs against the Las Vegas Aces at Michelob Ultra Arena.  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How much can Napheesa Collier and Kelsey Mitchell make next season?</description><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5616,h_3159,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/403/01m5dc3jh5k9p14x1gkp.jpg" caption="Kelsey Mitchell, Indiana Fever | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Josh Cornelissen"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Cathy Engelbert made the most important Commissioner requirement crystal clear</title><link>https://highposthoops.com/cathy-engelbert-made-the-most-important-commissioner-requirement-crystal-clear?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Stephanie Kaloi</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5k2agzz1w</guid><description>Cathy Engelbert will retire as WNBA Commissioner at the end of this season. 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Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Elaine Blum"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Valkyries have to stop treating Gabby Williams like a superhero</title><link>https://highposthoops.com/the-valkyries-have-to-stop-treating-gabby-williams-like-superhero?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Madisyn Cunningham</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m5h6zappe8</guid><description>The Valkyries need to get Gabby Williams some help offensively. </description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:00:03 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3866,h_2174,x_525,y_26/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/403/01m5hh4pvzs4cs3m2tqv.jpg" caption="Oct 21, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Golden State Valkyries forward Gabby Williams (1) in action against the Atlanta Dream in the third quarter during game three of the 2026 WNBA Finals at State Farm Arena. 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