Philly is Unrivaled injury report for 1/30

Unrivaled injury report for 1/23: Aziaha James has been assigned to Phantom BC.

ICYMI: Unrivaled unveiled Club Edition jerseys for all eight clubs today. Club Edition jerseys for all players will be on sale online beginning Friday, Jan. 23 at 11 a.m. ET on Unrivaled's website.

Unrivaled Injury report for 1/12

Per Unrivaled, below is the injury report for 1/9: Game 1: Vinyl BC at Rose BC,7:30 p.m. ET Vinyl BC Brittney Griner:Out (R Lower Extremity) Rose BC Kahleah Copper:Out (R Lower Extremity) Game 2:Breeze BC at Hive BC,8:45 p.m. ET Breeze BC Aari McDonald:Out (R Lower Extremity) Hive BC None

Unrivaled is back tonight. Vinyl (+3.5) (+140 ML) vs. Rose (-3.5) (-180 ML) O/U 137.5— 7:30 p.m. ET Breeze (-4.5) (-220 ML) vs. Hive (+4.5) (+170 ML) O/U 136.5— 8:45 p.m. ET Both games will be broadcast on TNT/truTV

News from Unrivaled: Unrivaled has signed Kiana Williams (guard)to the development pool for the 2026 season. Williams will remain in the development pool until further assignment in the event of injuries.

Per Unrivaled, starting players and injury report for today's matchups:

Happy Unrivaled opening day, season 2! 1/5 schedule: Mist @ Hive | 1 p.m. ET | truTV Vinyl @ Laces | 2:15 p.m. ET | truTV Lunar Owls @ Rose | 8 p.m. ET | TNT/truTV Phantom @ Breeze | 9:15 p.m. ET | TNT/truV Follow along for coverage all season long!

Unrivaled announced a series of upcoming watch parties in Philadelphia. 📍Jan. 5, 7 p.m. ET— Unrivaled season tip-off party 📍Jan. 16, 7:30 p.m. ET—Watch party for Laces vs. Phantom + Rose vs. Hive 📍Jan. 30, 4:30 p.m. ET—Pre-Game + watch party for Philly is Unrivaled Details👇

The WNBA has released the following statement in response to the WNBPA’s strike vote: “We are aware that the players have voted to authorize the WNBPA Executive Committee to call a strike if the Executive Committee decides to take that step in the future.”

INBOX: Unrivaled News! Season 2 of Unrivaled will return on TNT, beginning Monday, Jan. 5 Here's a list of studio coverage, play-by-play announcers, and veteran reporters. It's once again a great lineup.

Ahead of Unrivaled media day today (and tomorrow), here is the complete list of players and coaches. Announced the other day, Satou Sabally will be replaced by Tiffany Hayes.

Some cool news from Unrivaled. Unrivaled announced the expansion of a multi-year partnership with Sephora. With the partnership, the Miami headquarters will be called "Sephora Arena."

The New York Liberty make the Chris DeMarco hire official in a press release. I’m incredibly honored to join the Liberty and proud to help carry forward the standard this franchise has set – excellence on the court and a strong connection to the community”-Chris DeMarco.

Breaking news from the WNBA The WNBA and WNBPA have agreed to extend the current collective bargaining agreement through January 9, 2026.

The Phoenix Mercury release their Heroine and Explorer uniforms following yesterday’s announcement of the modernized rebrand. The uniforms will debut in 2026.

The Portland Fire announced that Brittni Donaldson has been named assistant coach and assistant GM. Donaldson was part of the Toronto Raptors’ basketball operations staff during their 2019 championship run. In 2023, she was hired as an assistant coach for the Atlanta Hawks.

More on the rebrand. Thoughts?

The Phoenix Mercury unveils new branding, including a primary, global, and secondary logo. More information below.

2026 WNBA Draft Order (Top 5) 1. Dallas Wings 2. Minnesota Lynx 3. Seattle Storm 4. Washington Mystics 5. Chicago Sky The Dallas Wings will hold the No.1 pick for the second consecutive season.

Happy WNBA Draft Lottery Day! The 30-minute special will air tonight at 6:30 p.m. ET on ESPN. No. 1 Overall Pick Odds: Dallas Wings: 42 % Minnesota Lynx: 26.1 % Seattle Storm: 16.7 % Washington Mystics: 9.7 % Chicago Sky: 5.5 % Genuinely curious what folks think will happen/ projected No. 1

Unrivaled Schedule Release: Opening night will be Jan. 5, 2025. 1v1 Tournament: Feb. 11 and 13-14 Championship: March 4 Clubs will face each opponent twice. More to come on BALLISLIFE.COM

Alyssa Thomas announced on social media she will play in Project B. She’s the second player, along with Nneka Ogwumike that will play in the league.

The Dallas Wings have the highest odds to land the first pick (42 %) Lynx: 26.1 % Storm: 16.7 % Mystics: 9.7 % Sky: 5.5 % Lottery odds are based on the two-year (2024 and 2025) cumulative records of the five teams that did not make the playoffs in the most recent season.

INBOX: News from the WNBA The 2026 WNBA Draft Lottery will take place on Sunday, Nov. 23, on ESPN. Below are the number of chances for teams to land the top pick in the WNBA Draft Lottery 2026. More info will follow on BALLISLIFE.COM

ICYMI: The 2026 full Unrivaled teams, including players, rosters, + developmental pool. The season kicks off Jan. 5.

Unrivaled reminder! The 2025 club roster reveal will take place at 7 p.m. ET on the B/R App and Bleacher Report YT channel. Here is some additional info about club selection and format.

Unrivaled released all 48 players for the upcoming season! Newest players: Aari McDonald, Indiana Fever (new player) Rebecca Allen, Chicago Sky (new player) Dominique Malonga, Seattle Storm (new player)

The Portland Fire officially names Alex Sarama as head coach.

Per the WNBA, all-star weekend is returning to Chicago in 2026.

The Las Vegas Aces are your 2025 WNBA Champions. That's three in four years. Dynasty status.

Per the league, here is the voter breakdown of first and second ALL-WNBA teams. Napheesa Collier and A’ja Wilson receiver 72/72 votes for all first team.

My votes.

The WNBA announced the First and Second All WNBA Teams: First Team Allisha Gray Napheesa Collier Kelsey Mitchell Alyssa Thomas A’ja Wilson Second Team Sabrina Ionescu Aliyah Boston Paige Bueckers Nneka Ogwumike Jackie Young

The WNBA announced the first and second All-Defensive Teams: First: Napheesa Collier Alanna Smith Alyssa Thomas Gabby Williams A’ja Wilson Second: Aliyah Boston Veronica Burton Ezi Magbegor Breanna Stewart Rhyne Howard

Sophie Cunningham: "Not really a fan of our leadership at the W. I just think they're failing us.... as players. I think it's pretty strong coming from her [Collier].... I think it's pretty shameful that she always makes it about her [Cathy] when it should have nothing to do with her."

Indiana Fever GM Amber Cox said Kelsey Mitchell will be the priority in free agency. "The priority will be Kelsey Mitchell and making sure she remains in a Fever Jersey."

Stephanie White says Kelsey Mitchell has "a lot of lower body cramping" and is currently at the hospital getting fluids.

Per the league, here is the updated WNBA Finals schedule between the Las Vegas Aces and Phoenix Mercury. Vegas gets home court advantage for Games 1 + 2

Congratulations to the Las Vegas Aces who are headed to the WNBA Finals. Huge shoutout to Stephanie White and the Fever on an incredible season full of grit and determination. The Aces will face the Mercury in the finals. Early predictions?

INBOX: WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert released a statement in regards to Napheesa Collier’s exit interview comment.

NEWS: Versant announced a media rights agreement (11 years) to broadcast WNBA Games USA Network will present at least 50 WNBA regular-season & playoff games each season (Beginning 2026). The coverage on USA will cover Wednesday night doubleheaders.This will include a pre & post-game show.

Per the league here is the updated schedule for the 2025 WNBA Playoffs

What a gritty victory for the Mercury. Down 20, they take it to overtime, and beat the Lynx 89-83 on the road. Great heads up play by Sabally there. Series is tied 1-1

Per the league, Atlanta Dream General Manager Dan Padover has been named the 2025 WNBA Basketball Executive of the Year. This marks a record third WNBA Basketball Executive of the Year Award for Padover. Padover was first with 12 ballots, Nick U'ren with 9 ballots +Jamila Wideman with 3 ballots.

WNBA head coach vacancies: New York Liberty Seattle Storm Toronto Tempo Portland Fire Thoughts? Predictions?

INBOX: The New York Liberty announced today that head coach Sandy Brondello’s contract will not be renewed for the 2026 season. Wow.

The Seattle Storm announced they have parted ways with former head coach Noelle Quinn. Her contract will not be renewed, and the search for a new coach will begin immediately.

Per the league, A'ja Wilson is the 2025 WNBA MVP. Here is the breakdown. 1. A'ja Wilson ( My vote) 2. Napheesa Collier 3. Alyssa Thomas 4. Allisha Gray 5. Kelsey Mitchell This is Wilson's 4th MVP & second in a row. She received 51 1st-place votes & 21 2nd-place votes.