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The New York Liberty were swept 3-0 by the Atlanta Dream in the WNBA semifinals, ending their season with a 26-18 record. Breanna Stewart publicly criticized the front office’s defensive strategy, while CBS Sports questions whether the team needs a major shake-up, including potentially trading Sabrina Ionescu or firing coach Chris DeMarco.
The New York Liberty lost Game 2 of the WNBA semifinals to the Atlanta Dream 101-98 in overtime, falling behind 0-2 in the series. The loss was marred by a controversy involving a missed reset timeout. Breanna Stewart claimed officials incorrectly informed her the Liberty had no reset timeout remaining, forcing a long-range shot instead of a set play. The Liberty have filed a formal inquiry with the league, though the result is final.
The Atlanta Dream defeated the New York Liberty 101-98 in overtime on October 8, 2026, to take a 2-0 lead in the WNBA semifinals. The game ended in controversy after Breanna Stewart claimed officials incorrectly told her the Liberty lacked a reset timeout, leading to a failed final possession. Angel Reese sank two free throws to seal the win. The Liberty have filed a formal inquiry with the league regarding the officiating error.
Jason Sudeikis and Breanna Stewart sat down for a new interview to discuss their similar journeys to the top of their respective fields. The conversation highlights how both navigated intense pressure and scrutiny, with Stewart noting that the WNBA’s rising profile has brought new challenges. Sudeikis, a dedicated fan of the New York Liberty, praised Stewart’s consistent dominance and discussed the cultural shifts in college sports and professional leagues.
In the 2026 WNBA playoffs, A'ja Wilson and Breanna Stewart delivered dominant performances, securing wins for their respective teams. Wilson led the Las Vegas Aces to a 102-85 victory over the Indiana Fever, while Stewart guided the New York Liberty to a 91-75 upset against the Minnesota Lynx. Both players showcased their two-way impact, reinforcing their status as the league's premier stars.
Team USA won the 2026 FIBA Women's World Cup in Berlin, defeating France 97-79 to claim a fifth consecutive title and their 12th overall. Breanna Stewart earned tournament MVP, while the U.S. overcame a significant first-half deficit. France earned its best-ever finish, and Spain took bronze after beating host Germany.
Team USA defeated France 97-79 in the 2026 FIBA Women's World Cup final in Berlin, securing their fifth consecutive title. Despite trailing by 14 points at halftime, the Americans surged in the third quarter, outscoring France 30-12. Breanna Stewart earned MVP honors with a double-double, while veteran leadership and bench contributions from Caitlin Clark proved decisive.
The United States women’s basketball team won its fifth consecutive FIBA World Cup title, defeating France 97-79 in Berlin on September 13, 2026. Despite falling behind by 14 points early, the U.S. mounted a 30-12 third-quarter run to secure the victory. Captain Breanna Stewart earned tournament MVP honors, while rookie Caitlin Clark provided crucial bench scoring. The win extends the U.S. winning streak to 36 consecutive World Cup games and 72 combined across World Cup and Olympic play.
Team USA defeated France 97-79 in the 2026 FIBA Women's World Cup final in Berlin, securing its fifth consecutive title. Despite trailing by up to 14 points at halftime, the Americans outscored France 30-12 in the third quarter to take control. Breanna Stewart earned tournament MVP with a double-double, while Jackie Young was named Player of the Game. Caitlin Clark provided crucial scoring off the bench, helping the U.S. maintain its dominance in international basketball.
Team USA and France will meet in the 2026 FIBA Women's World Cup final on Sunday, September 13, in Berlin. This matchup serves as a rematch of the 2024 Olympic gold medal game, where the United States won by one point. France is seeking its first-ever World Cup title, while the Americans aim for a fifth consecutive championship to tie the Soviet Union's record. Both teams are undefeated with 5-0 records, though France has dominated its opponents by an average of 35.6 points, whereas the U.S. has relied on defensive resilience to advance.
Team USA advanced to the FIBA Women's World Cup final by defeating Spain 76-66 in the semifinals on September 12 in Berlin. The victory extends the U.S. winning streak to 35 games in the tournament and sets up a rematch against France, whom the Americans narrowly beat at the 2024 Olympics. Breanna Stewart led the U.S. with 17 points, while the fourth quarter proved decisive after a tight first three quarters. The U.S. now seeks a fifth consecutive World Cup title, a feat that would match the record held by the former Soviet Union.
Team USA finished the group stage of the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup 3-0, extending their World Cup win streak to 33. Jackie Young delivered the standout A+ performance and was the most consistent scorer; Caitlin Clark had a strong all-around showing (leading assists) but a rough Italy game and a 25% three-point rate, earning a B+. Breanna Stewart was superb in the Czechia game (19 points, 7 rebounds) and leads the team in reliability, while Angel Reese provided steady production and efficient shooting. Napheesa Collier showed improvement after injury but overall struggled, Aliyah Boston and Kahleah Copper earned mid-to-low marks, and Chelsea Gray (D+) struggled at the point. Sonia Citron and Kiki Iriafen had limited or incomplete opportunities. The U.S. now awaits their quarterfinal opponent (Hungary or Japan) with a few days off to regroup.
Team USA routed Czechia 105-64 in Berlin to finish 3-0 in Group D and extend their World Cup winning streak to 33 games dating to 2006; Breanna Stewart led with 19 points in 17 minutes as six players reached double digits, while veterans set the tone after a rough showing vs. Italy. Kiki Iriafen contributed off the bench (5 points, 11 rebounds) and USA improved transition and defense. Czechia finished 0-3, were outrebounded and outscored in the paint, and Joklova was waived days before the game. USA advances to the quarterfinals to face the Japan-Hungary winner on Sept. 10.
The U.S. women cruised to a 105-64 win over Czechia in the FIBA Women's World Cup, powered by Breanna Stewart with solid contributions from Napheesa Collier and Jackie Young, clinching automatic qualification to the quarterfinals after a 55-52 win over Italy; Czechia was eliminated, and USA will face the Japan–Hungary winner in the knockout stage.
The U.S. women’s basketball team edged Italy 55-52 in a tight FIBA World Cup group game in Berlin, its closest World Cup win in 20 years, overcoming 29% shooting and a late scare as Cecilia Zandalasini led Italy with 14 points and Jackie Young paced the Americans with 10; with A’ja Wilson and Kelsey Plum out for health reasons, the U.S. must finish group play versus Czechia before the knockout rounds.