Golden State Valkyries

Ranking every first-round pick in the 2026 WNBA draft, from Azzi Fudd to Lauren Betts

truenewj2 months ago08 mins

The Dallas Wings selected UConn star Azzi Fudd with the No. 1 pick in the WNBA Draft on Monday night, reuniting Fudd with former Huskies teammate Paige Bueckers in the process. With no clear No. 1 pick on the board, Fudd’s selection was just the beginning of a fascinating first round that included twists and…

Portland Fire names Cavs assistant Alex Sarama first coach in franchise history

truenewj8 months ago03 mins

The Portland Fire has hired Cleveland Cavaliers assistant Alex Sarama as the first coach in franchise history. “Alex represents the next generation of coaches,” Fire general manager Vanja Černivec said in a statement Friday. “He not only teaches the game, he transforms it. His approach to player development, grounded in evidence-based science, research and creativity,…