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HISTORICAL FACTS: 2 - The Untold Story

Liberty win WNBA thriller as Aussie star suffers injury

New York Liberty, coached by Opals mentor Sandy Brondello, have won a game three thriller to take control of the WNBA finals series against Minnesota Lynx.

AAP · Oct 17, 2024

Smith's big WNBA Finals play as Lynx hunt down Liberty

Opals star Alanna Smith had a clutch play as Minnesota came from 18 points down to beat Sandy Brondello's New York in overtime of their WNBA Finals opener.

AAP · Oct 11, 2024

Aussies Brondello, Smith to clash for WNBA title

Opals forward Alanna Smith has flourished at new WNBA club Minnesota, and will now face national coach Sandy Brondello's New York Liberty for the title.

AAP · Oct 10, 2024

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Aussie star to take on Opals coach in WNBA finals

Paris Olympics bronze medallist Alanna Smith will go up against Opals coach Sandy Brondello when Minnesota meet New York in the WNBA finals.

AAP · Oct 9, 2024

It’s All About Moving and Grooving for the Lynx’s Offense

Minnesota led the WNBA in assists this year, a product of its quick-moving, free-flowing offense centered on ball movement.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 1, 2024

Napheesa Collier Leads Minnesota Lynx To Playoff Sweep

Napheesa Collier's historic 42-point game propels Minnesota Lynx to victory over Phoenix Mercury in WNBA playoffs.

Minnesota Lynx Defeat Las Vegas Aces In High-Scoring Match

Minnesota Lynx defeated Las Vegas Aces 98-87 with standout performances from Collier and Williams. Aces seek revenge in the upcoming game.

Australia’s Opals vow to break US hoodoo in Olympic basketball semi-final

After three decades of US dominance, Australia’s women’s basketball team are determined to make history in Friday’s semi-final clash against the Americans

The Guardian - AU · Aug 9, 2024

Opals march into Paris semis, eye seven-time champs USA

The Opals' French resurgence has pushed them into a likely semi-final with the US after Australia thumped Serbia 85-67 in their Olympics quarter-final.

AAP · Aug 7, 2024

Jackson's 'juggle' and the joy of a fifth Games

Lauren Jackson's historic fifth Olympic appearance, as a mother of two and 12 years after her last, will send joyous ripples through Australia's Olympic team.

AAP · Jul 6, 2024

Liberty Pursue Free Agent Ogwumike, Storm Sign Diggins-Smith in WNBA Free Agency

The New York Liberty prioritize re-signing key players and aim to acquire Nneka Ogwumike, while Seattle adds Skylar Diggins-Smith in WNBA free agency. Exci...

2024 WNBA Free Agency Tracker: Where stars like Breanna Stewart and Nneka Ogwumike will play next season

Breanna Stewart is staying in New York, but other names like Nneka Ogwumike, Skylar Diggins-Smith and Jordin Canada are with new teams.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jan 29, 2024

The Sky have some urgency to free agency

It’s a pivotal offseason for sky’s new regime of GM Pagliocca and coach Weatherspoon

Chicago Sun-Times · Jan 13, 2024

Sky’s 2024 season starts with three-game road trip

Teresa Weatherspoon will make her WNBA coaching debut with a roster built around three-time All-Star Kahleah Copper on May 15 against the Dallas Wings.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 18, 2023

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Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 18, 2023

Sky coaching search tops offseason priorities

The team also has two of their starters, Courtney Williams and Alanna Smith, set to become free agents and four others hitting the market as reserved or restricted free agents.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 15, 2023

Game 1 against Aces exposes Sky ceiling with roster as currently constructed

Marina Mabrey is signed to a three-year deal, one of James Wade’s final moves as general manager before departing for the NBA. Courtney Williams will be an unrestricted free agent in the new year, as will Alanna Smith.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 6, 2023

Sky forward Alanna Smith in tight race for most improved player with Sparks’ Jordin Canada

“She wasn’t on a roster last year,” Sky guard Courtney Williams said of Smith. “Now she’s a starter and she’s giving us quality minutes.”

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 2, 2023

Sky’s small-ball game proves effective

“You gotta be scrappy,” Dana Evans said. “You have to have something to you, and I think that’s what makes the group special.”

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Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 30, 2023

Sky tighten playoff race with Sparks after 76-75 win on the road

Coming into Tuesday’s game, the Sky were a game and a half behind the Sparks for the eighth and final playoff spot. What gives the Sparks an edge as both teams continue their playoff pushes is their rosters’ collective experience winning championships.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 23, 2023

Sky snap five-game skid in ‘turning point’ game against Storm

Dana Evans led the Sky with 23 points, shooting 7-for-11 from the field, including 4-for-6 from three-point range. Marina Mabrey added 19 points and Alanna Smith 14.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 3, 2023

Alanna Smith in the conversation for most improved player

Smith leads the Sky in rebounds per game, averaging 6.8, to go with her 9.5 points and 1.6 blocks.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 20, 2023

Sky must establish balanced offense in second half of season

“If we play the right way, you never know who is going to go off,” Emre Vatansever said. “I’m expecting there might be some more players with improved stats in the second half because we’re trying to share the ball.”

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 3, 2023

James Wade says decision to leave Sky was opportunity to ‘further myself as a coach’

Wade affirmed that his decision was in no way shaped by a concern that he could potentially lose his job at the end of the season.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jun 22, 2023

Sky’s Alanna Smith a bright spot amid team’s slump

Through 12 games (nine starts), she’s averaging 10.3 points, a team-high 6.8 rebounds and 1.8 blocks.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jun 19, 2023

Sky attribute fourth consecutive loss to familiar energy issues

“We’ve lost seven straight and won a championship the same year. We don’t turn on each other in Chicago,” coach/general manager James Wade said.

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