Aces celebrate third WNBA championship in 4 years with parade on Las Vegas Boulevard
Read full article: Aces celebrate third WNBA championship in 4 years with parade on Las Vegas BoulevardEight years to the day the WNBA and NBA Board of Governors confirmed the relocation of the San Antonio Stars to Las Vegas, the Aces celebrated their third championship in four years with a parade down the famed Strip.
Aces' championship experience could be crucial as they take 2-0 WNBA Finals lead to Phoenix
Read full article: Aces' championship experience could be crucial as they take 2-0 WNBA Finals lead to PhoenixThe Las Vegas Aces have shown resilience as they head into Game 3 of the WNBA Finals against the Phoenix Mercury on Wednesday.
Young's record 21-point quarter propels Aces to 91-78 win over Mercury and 2-0 WNBA Finals lead
Read full article: Young's record 21-point quarter propels Aces to 91-78 win over Mercury and 2-0 WNBA Finals leadJackie Young set a WNBA Finals record with 21 points in the third quarter, leading the Las Vegas Aces to a 91-78 victory over the Phoenix Mercury on Sunday.
WNBA fines Minnesota coach Cheryl Reeve a record $15,000 for conduct and comments: AP Source
Read full article: WNBA fines Minnesota coach Cheryl Reeve a record $15,000 for conduct and comments: AP SourceMinnesota coach Cheryl Reeve has been fined $15,000 by the WNBA for her comments and conduct after her team’s Game 3 semifinal loss to the Phoenix Mercury, a person familiar with the penalty tells The Associated Press.
WNBA suspends Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve 1 game for behavior and comments in playoff loss to Mercury
Read full article: WNBA suspends Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve 1 game for behavior and comments in playoff loss to MercuryThe WNBA has suspended Minnesota coach Cheryl Reeve for one game for her conduct and comments during and following the Lynx’s 84-76 loss to the Mercury on Friday night.
Wilson scores 25 points as Aces even WNBA semifinal series at 1-1 with blowout win over Fever
Read full article: Wilson scores 25 points as Aces even WNBA semifinal series at 1-1 with blowout win over FeverA'ja Wilson bounced back with 25 points and nine rebounds, leading the Las Vegas Aces to a 90-68 win over the Indiana Fever.
Golden State Valkyries' Natalie Nakase voted WNBA Coach of the Year after reaching playoffs
Read full article: Golden State Valkyries' Natalie Nakase voted WNBA Coach of the Year after reaching playoffsNatalie Nakase won over Golden State Valkyries owner Joe Lacob with her fire in a matter of two hours when they sat down last year for a formal interview.
A'ja Wilson's incredible season earns her a second straight AP Player of the Year award
Read full article: A'ja Wilson's incredible season earns her a second straight AP Player of the Year awardA’ja Wilson followed up a historic season with another incredible one to earn AP Player of the Year for the second straight time.
From worst home loss to 13-game win streak: The Aces are WNBA title contenders
Read full article: From worst home loss to 13-game win streak: The Aces are WNBA title contendersThe Las Vegas Aces extended their winning streak to a franchise-record 13 games with a 97-87 victory over the Minnesota Lynx.
Aces star A'ja Wilson injures her right wrist vs. the Liberty and will get an MRI
Read full article: Aces star A'ja Wilson injures her right wrist vs. the Liberty and will get an MRILas Vegas star A’ja Wilson injured her right wrist on a drive to the basket against the New York Liberty and left the game midway through the second quarter.
San Antonio’s NaLyssa Smith traded to Las Vegas Aces, joins forces with hometown icon Becky Hammon
Read full article: San Antonio’s NaLyssa Smith traded to Las Vegas Aces, joins forces with hometown icon Becky HammonSan Antonio native and East Central High School alum NaLyssa Smith is on the move for the second time in her WNBA career, traded midseason from the Dallas Wings to the Las Vegas Aces.
UTSA alum Jordyn Jenkins signs WNBA training camp contract with Las Vegas Aces
Read full article: UTSA alum Jordyn Jenkins signs WNBA training camp contract with Las Vegas AcesFormer UTSA women’s basketball standout Jordyn Jenkins has signed a WNBA training camp contract with the Las Vegas Aces, marking a historic moment as she becomes the first player from the Roadrunners program to join a WNBA team.
Former Spurs assistant coach returns to the Alamo City for annual Salvation Army luncheon
Read full article: Former Spurs assistant coach returns to the Alamo City for annual Salvation Army luncheonBecky Hammon, a familiar face in San Antonio, returned to the city to headline the Salvation Army’s annual luncheon on the Southeast Side.
UTSA women’s basketball ties best start in conference play with 18-point win over Wichita State
Read full article: UTSA women’s basketball ties best start in conference play with 18-point win over Wichita StateThe UTSA women’s basketball program has seen many talented teams battle opponents at the Convocation Center.
Aces' quest to threepeat hits 2-0 hole vs Liberty while Sun and Lynx are split in WNBA playoffs
Read full article: Aces' quest to threepeat hits 2-0 hole vs Liberty while Sun and Lynx are split in WNBA playoffsThe Las Vegas Aces and Connecticut Sun head home to continue the WNBA semifinals with two very different feelings.
Familiar foes: Las Vegas Aces and New York Liberty set for WNBA Finals rematch in playoff semifinals
Read full article: Familiar foes: Las Vegas Aces and New York Liberty set for WNBA Finals rematch in playoff semifinalsThe stage is set for A’ja Wilson and the Las Vegas Aces to take on Breanna Stewart and the New York Liberty in a star-studded rematch of last year’s WNBA Finals.
A'ja Wilson's single-season WNBA scoring mark likely short-lived. Several players poised to break it
Read full article: A'ja Wilson's single-season WNBA scoring mark likely short-lived. Several players poised to break itA’ja Wilson now owns the single-season scoring record but is unlikely it will stand very long.
Aces coach Becky Hammon again disputes Dearica Hamby's claims of mistreatment during pregnancy
Read full article: Aces coach Becky Hammon again disputes Dearica Hamby's claims of mistreatment during pregnancyLas Vegas coach Becky Hammon again disputed former Aces player Dearica Hamby’s claim the Aces mistreated her and traded her because of her pregnancy.
Former San Antonio Stars forward Dearica Hamby sues WNBA, Aces alleging discrimination, retaliation for being pregnant
Read full article: Former San Antonio Stars forward Dearica Hamby sues WNBA, Aces alleging discrimination, retaliation for being pregnantLos Angeles Sparks All-Star and former San Antonio Stars forward Dearica Hamby sued the WNBA and the Las Vegas Aces in federal court Monday regarding her treatment while pregnant.
US women's basketball future looks bright, but the rest of the world is closing the talent gap
Read full article: US women's basketball future looks bright, but the rest of the world is closing the talent gapThe U.S. women’s basketball players have been saying for years that winning in the Olympics wasn’t as easy as it has looked during the record run to eight straight gold medals.
Reigning WNBA champion Aces struggling to start season while trying to get players healthy
Read full article: Reigning WNBA champion Aces struggling to start season while trying to get players healthyThe two-time defending champion Las Vegas Aces are off to a rough start as they’ve been inconsistent over the first month of the season.
Aces rookie Kate Martin prepares out of spotlight for Caitlin Clark reunion and meeting with Fever
Read full article: Aces rookie Kate Martin prepares out of spotlight for Caitlin Clark reunion and meeting with FeverKate Martin was right there as her best friend and former Iowa teammate Caitlin Clark became the face of women’s college basketball the past two years.
The WNBA is investigating whether Vegas tourism authority can sponsor Aces players for $100K each
Read full article: The WNBA is investigating whether Vegas tourism authority can sponsor Aces players for $100K eachThe WNBA is investigating whether the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority’s $100,000 annual sponsorship to Aces player for this season and next is legal.
A'ja Wilson, Becky Hammon and 'resilient' Las Vegas Aces favored to win third WNBA title in a row
Read full article: A'ja Wilson, Becky Hammon and 'resilient' Las Vegas Aces favored to win third WNBA title in a rowA'ja Wilson and the “resilient” Las Vegas Aces are healthy and and ready to defend their WNBA crown.
Caitlin Clark attendance boon: Some WNBA teams look for bigger arenas when the Fever come to town
Read full article: Caitlin Clark attendance boon: Some WNBA teams look for bigger arenas when the Fever come to townWNBA teams have started experiencing the Caitlin Clark effect and the top overall draft pick hasn't even played her first game.
WNBA champion Aces built for a three-peat with finals MVP A'ja Wilson, core group returning
Read full article: WNBA champion Aces built for a three-peat with finals MVP A'ja Wilson, core group returningA’ja Wilson and the Las Vegas Aces are poised for a possible three-peat and continue one of the greatest runs in league history.
Las Vegas Aces become first repeat WNBA champs in 21 years, beating New York Liberty 70-69 in Game 4
Read full article: Las Vegas Aces become first repeat WNBA champs in 21 years, beating New York Liberty 70-69 in Game 4The Las Vegas Aces became the first team in 21 years to win back-to-back WNBA championships, getting 24 points and 16 rebounds from A’ja Wilson and a defensive stop in the closing seconds to beat the New York Liberty 70-69 in Game 4 of the Finals.
Jones and Stewart help Liberty avoid sweep, take Game 3 of WNBA Finals, beat Aces 87-73
Read full article: Jones and Stewart help Liberty avoid sweep, take Game 3 of WNBA Finals, beat Aces 87-73Jonquel Jones scored 27 points and Breanna Stewart added 20 to help the New York Liberty beat the Las Vegas Aces 87-73 and force a Game 4 of the WNBA Finals.
Former Aces' player Hamby files discrimination complaint against team, WNBA
Read full article: Former Aces' player Hamby files discrimination complaint against team, WNBADearica Hamby filed a gender discrimination complaint last week against the WNBA and the Las Vegas Aces, saying her former team and its coach, Becky Hammon, retaliated against her after she informed them she was pregnant.
Versatile forwards including Stewart, Wilson in WNBA playoffs reflect growth of women's game
Read full article: Versatile forwards including Stewart, Wilson in WNBA playoffs reflect growth of women's gameThe WNBA has evolved to an era where more and more post players are diversifying their game to be able to step out and shoot 3s, handle the basketball and not just play with their back-to-the-basket.
Griner's WNBA return not a fairytale, but there were still plenty of joyful moments
Read full article: Griner's WNBA return not a fairytale, but there were still plenty of joyful momentsBrittney Griner’s return to the WNBA after nearly 10 months in a Russian prison hasn’t always been the smoothest ride.
Harris praises 2022 WNBA champion Las Vegas Aces for 'grit and determination' on and off court
Read full article: Harris praises 2022 WNBA champion Las Vegas Aces for 'grit and determination' on and off courtVice President Kamala Harris has praised the 2022 WNBA champion Las Vegas Aces for showing “grit and determination” on and off the court.
WNBA scoring on near record pace with 40-point player performances common occurrences
Read full article: WNBA scoring on near record pace with 40-point player performances common occurrencesWNBA teams are scoring at near record levels thanks in strong part to a quicker pace and some impressive individual efforts.
Popovich, Parker, Hammon inducted into Basketball Hall of Fame
Read full article: Popovich, Parker, Hammon inducted into Basketball Hall of FameFans waved a German flag and chanted Dirk Nowitzki’s name when he walked the red carpet into Symphony Hall for the Basketball Hall of Fame enshrinement ceremony.
‘Gold standard’: Popovich, Parker and Hammon brought lifetime of memories for Spurs fans
Read full article: ‘Gold standard’: Popovich, Parker and Hammon brought lifetime of memories for Spurs fansSpurs fans will be tuned in for a historic weekend as three members of the organization are about to go to the Naismith Pro Basketball Hall of Fame.
Popovich reflects on ‘beyond basketball’; Parker finds Hall of Fame induction ‘hard to believe’
Read full article: Popovich reflects on ‘beyond basketball’; Parker finds Hall of Fame induction ‘hard to believe’Spurs greats Gregg Popovich and Tony Parker and the rest of the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2023 met with the media Friday.
Reluctant, but resolute Popovich leads international-rich 2023 Basketball Hall of Fame class
Read full article: Reluctant, but resolute Popovich leads international-rich 2023 Basketball Hall of Fame classGregg Popovich didn't want to be inducted into Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame until the players that helped his teams win NBA championships had already gone in.
Spurs release tribute videos for Popovich, Parker, Hammon as trio prepares for basketball Hall-of-Fame
Read full article: Spurs release tribute videos for Popovich, Parker, Hammon as trio prepares for basketball Hall-of-FameThis Saturday is a big day for the Silver and Black as several San Antonio Spurs basketball greats are set to be enshrined in the Neismith Memorial Basketball Hall-of-Fame.
Popovich, Parker, Hammon get ready for enshrinement into Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
Read full article: Popovich, Parker, Hammon get ready for enshrinement into Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of FameThree more members of the San Antonio Spurs organization will be enshrined Saturday into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
Spurs set to auction autographed memorabilia from Gregg Popovich, Tony Parker, Becky Hammon
Read full article: Spurs set to auction autographed memorabilia from Gregg Popovich, Tony Parker, Becky HammonThe San Antonio Spurs are auctioning autographs from three Alamo city legends to commemorate their enshrinement into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame class of 2023, according to a press release.
Hall of Fame presenters announced for Gregg Popovich, Tony Parker, Becky Hammon
Read full article: Hall of Fame presenters announced for Gregg Popovich, Tony Parker, Becky HammonSpurs head coach Gregg Popovich will be presented by David Robinson, Manu Ginobili, Tim Duncan and Tony Parker during the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Ceremony.
Pregnancy and sports a challenging combination for female professional athletes
Read full article: Pregnancy and sports a challenging combination for female professional athletesRecent allegations by WNBA player Dearica Hamby that her coach harassed her for being pregnant have shined a renewed spotlight on one of the biggest challenges that female professional athletes face.
WNBA opening weekend highlighted by Griner's return, Stewart's historic performance
Read full article: WNBA opening weekend highlighted by Griner's return, Stewart's historic performanceThe WNBA tipped off its 27th season this past weekend with the return of Brittney Griner, a historic effort by Breanna Stewart and a dominant performance by the defending champion Las Vegas Aces.
Minus suspended coach Becky Hammon, Aces rout Storm 105-64 to open title defense
Read full article: Minus suspended coach Becky Hammon, Aces rout Storm 105-64 to open title defenseJackie Young and Kelsey Plum both scored 23 points, and the Las Vegas Aces opened defense of their WNBA championship with a 105-64 win over the Seattle Storm.
Becky Hammon, Las Vegas Aces coach, denies bullying player over pregnancy
Read full article: Becky Hammon, Las Vegas Aces coach, denies bullying player over pregnancyLas Vegas coach Becky Hammon has denied that former Aces player Dearica Hamby was bullied on her team for being pregnant, saying any ill feelings between the two came from Hamby being traded.
WNBA suspends Hammon 2 games for player's allegation she was bullied for being pregnant
Read full article: WNBA suspends Hammon 2 games for player's allegation she was bullied for being pregnantThe WNBA has suspended Las Vegas coach Becky Hammon, one of the league’s marquee figures, for two games after former Aces player Dearica Hamby said she had been bullied and manipulated for being pregnant.
Hammon mum on potential interest in Raptors' coaching gig
Read full article: Hammon mum on potential interest in Raptors' coaching gigLas Vegas Aces coach Becky Hammon hasn't commented directly on an ESPN report that the Toronto Raptors have received permission to interview her for their vacant head coaching position.
DeRozan reaches 20,000 points but Spurs beat Bulls 129-124
Read full article: DeRozan reaches 20,000 points but Spurs beat Bulls 129-124Keldon Johnson scored 33 points, spoiling a milestone evening for former teammate DeMar DeRozan and leading the San Antonio Spurs to a 129-124 victory over the Chicago Bulls.
‘Remarkable achievement’: Aces coach Becky Hammon praised by Gregg Popovich following first WNBA title
Read full article: ‘Remarkable achievement’: Aces coach Becky Hammon praised by Gregg Popovich following first WNBA titleThe San Antonio Spurs and coach Gregg Popovich didn’t waste any time congratulating Las Vegas Aces coach Becky Hammon following her team’s WNBA win.
Aces poised to capture multiple WNBA titles with Wilson, Gray
Read full article: Aces poised to capture multiple WNBA titles with Wilson, GrayThe Las Vegas Aces are poised to win multiple championships over the next few years with core players like A'ja Wilson and Chelsea Gray signed to deals that will keep them in Nevada.
Sun beaming with confidence despite loss to Aces in Game 1
Read full article: Sun beaming with confidence despite loss to Aces in Game 1The Connecticut Sun might be down one game in the WNBA Finals after losing their first series opener of the postseason, but they haven’t lost confidence thanks to a stringent defensive effort in Game 1.
Young beats buzzer, Aces top Storm 110-98 in OT in Game 3
Read full article: Young beats buzzer, Aces top Storm 110-98 in OT in Game 3Jackie Young sent the game in overtime with a buzzer-beating basket and then Chelsea Gray and Kelsey Plum hit big shots in the extra session to help the Las Vegas Aces beat the Seattle Storm 110-98 to move within a victory of advancing to the WNBA Finals.
Trio of Chicago Sky players headline WNBA All-Star reserves
Read full article: Trio of Chicago Sky players headline WNBA All-Star reservesCourtney Vandersloot, Kahleah Copper and Emma Meesseman will get a chance to play before their home fans as the trio was selected as reserves for the WNBA All-Star Game on July 10 in Chicago.
Griner’s absence, Hammon’s return headline WNBA’s new season
Read full article: Griner’s absence, Hammon’s return headline WNBA’s new seasonThe WNBA will begin its 26th season this weekend with many intriguing storylines, including the potential retirements of Sue Bird and Sylvia Fowles, the return of Becky Hammon as a coach and the absence of Brittney Griner.
CJ McCollum leads Pelicans past Spurs in play-in game
Read full article: CJ McCollum leads Pelicans past Spurs in play-in gameCJ McCollum scored 27 of his 32 points in the first half, Brandon Ingram shook foul trouble to add 27 points and the New Orleans Pelicans beat the San Antonio Spurs 113-103 on Wednesday night in a Western Conference play-in game.
Morant, Grizzlies spoil Murray’s record, top Spurs 118-110
Read full article: Morant, Grizzlies spoil Murray’s record, top Spurs 118-110Ja Morant matched a season high with 41 points and the Memphis Grizzlies spoiled Dejounte Murray’s 14th career triple-double that tied a Spurs franchise record by beating San Antonio 118-110.
BEST OF 2021: Tim Duncan, UTSA football, Kiana Williams headline San Antonio’s Top 12 sports stories of the year
Read full article: BEST OF 2021: Tim Duncan, UTSA football, Kiana Williams headline San Antonio’s Top 12 sports stories of the yearAfter one of the greatest years in San Antonio sports history, KSAT 12 counts down the 12 best moments and memories from 2021.
Reports: Becky Hammon to leave Spurs, become WNBA’s highest-paid head coach with Las Vegas Aces
Read full article: Reports: Becky Hammon to leave Spurs, become WNBA’s highest-paid head coach with Las Vegas AcesSan Antonio Spurs assistant coach Becky Hammon is finalizing a five-year deal with the WNBA’s Las Vegas Aces to become their next head coach, according to multiple sources, including ESPN.
Spurs Legend Manu Ginobili, coach Becky Hammon nominated to Basketball Hall of Fame
Read full article: Spurs Legend Manu Ginobili, coach Becky Hammon nominated to Basketball Hall of FameFour-time NBA Champion Manu Ginobili is a first-time nominee for the class of 2022 of the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. He is joined by two others with ties to the San Antonio Spurs organization.
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Spurs in mix to sign John Collins; Dejounte Murray’s cryptic tweet about trade rumors; Pop sounds off on reporter amid Team USA struggles
Read full article: Spurs in mix to sign John Collins; Dejounte Murray’s cryptic tweet about trade rumors; Pop sounds off on reporter amid Team USA strugglesWhew, what a week this was for everything Spurs. From Coach Pop sounding off on a reporter after Team USA’s struggles to Dejounte Murray’s apparent displeasure with his name in trade rumors, there’s been no shortage of news when it comes to the Silver and Black. Welcome to this week’s KSAT.com Spurs newsletter.
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What Spurs can get from DeRozan trade to Lakers; John Collins to SA rumors; AT&T pulls plug on arena naming-rights deal
Read full article: What Spurs can get from DeRozan trade to Lakers; John Collins to SA rumors; AT&T pulls plug on arena naming-rights dealLet the summer games begin and we’re not talking about the Olympics!
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Latest Ben Simmons trade rumors; Portland owner wants Hammon; Austin billionaire joins Spurs investor group
Read full article: Latest Ben Simmons trade rumors; Portland owner wants Hammon; Austin billionaire joins Spurs investor groupIt’s been a busy week for the Spurs. They have surfaced as possible trade partners for Ben Simmons, Becky Hammon may be headed to the Pacific Northwest and there was a shakeup in the structure of the franchise’s investor group. Welcome to this week’s KSAT.com Spurs newsletter.
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