The Next: A Women's Basketball Newsroom from The IX

15/07/2025

Rae Burrell's 2025 season was derailed just 41 seconds into game one. But she's back and ready to contribute however she can:

Following a knee injury 41 seconds into the 2025 season, Rae Burrell is back and ready to provide energy from the Sparks bench.

15/07/2025

Caitlin Clark and Aari McDonald have excelled at various discrete moments for the Indiana Fever throughout the season. Now is the time for them to thrive together:

Aari McDonald and Caitlin Clark couldn't play together for a long time, but the Indiana Fever finally have two zippy point guards.

14/07/2025

On the latest episode of Locked On Women's Basketball, Matthew Walter and Marisa Ingemi hand out some mid-season awards for the Golden State Valkyries, on the new team-specific 'Valkyries Report.'

On the first episode of the Valkyries Report, Matthew Walter and Marisa Ingemi discuss who's dominating in Golden State and how.

14/07/2025

She may not be an all star this year, but Brionna Jones is confident that her game speaks for itself.

Stephanie Kaloi spoke with Jones as well as her coach and fellow players on the Dream about her impact in Atlanta:

Three-time WNBA All-Star Brionna Jones isn't on the roster for this year's All-Star Game, a decision that surprised her coaches and fans.

14/07/2025

Exciting news Locked On Women's Basketball fans!

The Next and the Locked On Network will release a series of team-specific WNBA shows in addition to normal programming.

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Locked On Women’s Basketball podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for all aspects of the world of Women’s Basketball. Host Howard Megdal of The IX and The Next talks to the incredible staff at The Next and provid...

14/07/2025

In previous seasons, Athletes Unlimited Pro Basketball was filled with WNBA veterans and up-and-coming stars — and 2026 will be no different. Sydney Wingfield has the details.

13/07/2025

On Thursday, the Minnesota Lynx became just the third WNBA franchise to log its 500th all-time regular season win. On Friday, new owners Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez made their first public appearance ahead of trying to win the next 500.

New controlling owners of the Minnesota Lynx and Timberwolves, Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez, met with media members at NBA Summer League.

12/07/2025

In a new episode of Locked On Women's Basketball, listen to Hunter Cruse and Emily Adler break down what's helped several players take their games to a new level this season. 🎧⬇️

Hunter Cruse and Emily Adler discuss WNBA players who are having breakout seasons, including Gabby Williams, Angel Reese and Azura Stevens.

12/07/2025

The FIBA.basketball Under-19 World Cup tips off today from the Czech Republic, and USA Basketball is looking to extend its 21-game winning streak in the event. Our Scott Mammoser tells you what you need to know about every team that qualified:

The Americans are riding a 21-game winning streak in the FIBA Under-19 World Cup, and they have won nine of the past 10 tournaments.

12/07/2025

The Valkyries have achieved enormous successes both on and off the court in their inaugural season.

Michelle Smith asks - is this the way of WNBA expansion forever? Or is some of this due to the Golden State magic?

Golden State's singular successes will be tough to replicate for the next wave of WNBA expansion franchises.

11/07/2025

For anyone who loves a best friends story, this piece on the special friendship between Morgan State's Mihjae Hayes and Tiyanna James is for you:

For Hayes and James, their bond extends beyond the court. Coach Domond knows this, and it brings her faith in her new team.

11/07/2025

The Australian Gems U19 squad has arrived in Czechia for the U19 World Cup. Lukas Petridis describes how the Gems prepare its players for the next level.

The we-over-me attitude is characteristic of the Gems and there's a clear line that connects entire Australian basketball ecosystem.