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Yahoo
07-08-2025
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Storm rumors: Ex-Angel Reese teammate floated as major Seattle trade target
The post Storm rumors: Ex-Angel Reese teammate floated as major Seattle trade target appeared first on ClutchPoints. The Seattle Storm have put themselves in a good position for a spot in the 2025 WNBA playoffs, but there is still plenty of work left to be done for the franchise. The upcoming trade deadline could be an avenue for Seattle to shore up its roster and bolster the team's chances to win a homecourt advantage in the postseason. One potential trade target for the Storm floated by ESPN's Kevin Pelton is veteran Connecticut Sun guard Marina Mabrey. Pelton's hypothetical trade has the Storm acquiring Mabrey in exchange for forwards Alysha Clark and Katie Lou Samuelson, along with a first-round pick in the 2026 WNBA draft. The Storm appears to have the assets to pull off such a trade, as they have three first-round picks in next year's draft. On top of those, Seattle has picks via the Las Vegas Aces and the Los Angeles Sparks. Wrote Pelton: 'That could put Seattle in position to upgrade now while keeping an eye on the future. All-Star Brittney Sykes would probably top the Storm's wish list, but with the Washington Mystics in playoff position, she might not be available. There's no such concern with Mabrey, who unsuccessfully requested a trade from Connecticut last offseason. With the Sun at 3-20 and Mabrey headed toward unrestricted free agency, a deadline deal makes sense.' Mabrey, who requested a trade in the offseason, is in her second season with the Sun. The Chicago Sky traded her to Connecticut in the middle of the 2024 campaign, along with a 2025 pick and a 2026 pick swap for a 2025 first-rounder and Rachel Banham and Moriah Jefferson. Mabrey entered the league in 2019 as a second-round pick by Los Angeles. The former Notre Dame Fighting Irish star could give the Storm's offense a big shot in the arm while providing great depth behind the incredible Skylar Diggins. After putting up just 4.0 points per game in her rookie season in 2019 with the Sparks, Mabrey has averaged at least 10.0 points each year. So far in the 2025 campaign, Mabrey, who has cracked the top 10 of voting for the Sixth Woman of the Year Award four times, is recording 14.3 points, 4.3 rebounds and 3.8 assists per contest while shooting 36.2 percent from the floor. Related: Skylar Diggins puts up elite career-1st stat in blowout vs. Sun Related: Storm's Nneka Ogwumike nabs more career milestones vs. Sun
Yahoo
06-07-2025
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WNBA Players React to Season-Ending Injury Announcement
WNBA Players React to Season-Ending Injury Announcement originally appeared on Athlon Sports. With the WNBA All-Star break approaching, the standings are taking shape. No team is in a better position that the Minnesota Lynx. Entering Sunday's contest against the Chicago Sky, the Lynx own a 16-2 record that sits atop the league. Advertisement While Minnesota has been dominant this season, not everything has been positive. On Friday, the team announced season-ending injury news that will impact its rotation. After suffering a left foot injury against the Connecticut Sun on June 29, Lynx guard Karlie Samuelson will undergo surgery that ends her 2025 campaign after just 16 appearances. Per the team, further updates will be provided on her progress as they become available. Following this news, Samuelson made a post on Instagram. "I don't even know what to say besides this really sucks 💔 I loved playing with this team," the veteran guard began. "I know I'll come back from this. Just hard to process not being on the court with these girls. But I'm grateful to be here. This a special team. #GoLynx 💙" Advertisement Samuelson received over 180 comments, including from several WNBA players. "Love you 🥺❤️," Katie Lou Samuelson wrote. "We love you Kar ❤️❤️," said Napheesa Collier. "We love you Karl 🫶🏽💕" Kourtney Williams added. "❤️❤️❤️❤️," wrote Bridge Carleton. "💕💕🙏🏾," Lexie Brown commented. Minnesota Lynx forward Karlie Samuelson (44)© Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images These comments continued pouring in from around the league. "LOVE YOU SM KARLBEAR ❤️ everyone is with you," said Julie Vanloo. "💗💗💗🙏🏽built for it, Karl 🤞🏽," DiJonai Carrington wrote. "You got this Karlie ❤️❤️," Jade Melbourne commented. "Love you Karlieeee❤️🙏🏾," said Aaliyah Edwards. Sunday's game against the Sky will be Minnesota's second since this news was announced. Advertisement Related: Chicago Sky Practice Video Surfaces Immediately After Angel Reese News Related: LeBron James Facing Backlash for Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese Decision This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 6, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
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Seattle plays Golden State on 3-game win streak
Seattle Storm (6-4, 6-3 Western Conference) at Golden State Valkyries (4-5, 3-3 Western Conference) San Francisco; Saturday, 8:30 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Seattle Storm is looking to build upon its three-game win streak with a victory against Golden State Valkyries. Advertisement Golden State takes the court for the 10th game in franchise history. The Valkyries beat the Los Angeles Sparks 89-81 in their most recent game. Seattle finished 25-15 overall last season while going 13-7 in Western Conference action. The Storm allowed opponents to score 78.8 points per game and shoot 42.6% from the field last season. INJURIES: Valkyries: None listed. Storm: Katie Lou Samuelson: out for season (knee). ___ The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
Winnipeg Free Press
13-06-2025
- Sport
- Winnipeg Free Press
Seattle plays Golden State on 3-game win streak
Seattle Storm (6-4, 6-3 Western Conference) at Golden State Valkyries (4-5, 3-3 Western Conference) San Francisco; Saturday, 8:30 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Seattle Storm is looking to build upon its three-game win streak with a victory against Golden State Valkyries. Golden State takes the court for the 10th game in franchise history. The Valkyries beat the Los Angeles Sparks 89-81 in their most recent game. Seattle finished 25-15 overall last season while going 13-7 in Western Conference action. The Storm allowed opponents to score 78.8 points per game and shoot 42.6% from the field last season. INJURIES: Valkyries: None listed. Storm: Katie Lou Samuelson: out for season (knee). ___ The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
Yahoo
10-06-2025
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Diggins leads Seattle against Minnesota after 26-point showing
Minnesota Lynx (9-0, 8-0 Western Conference) at Seattle Storm (5-4, 5-3 Western Conference) Seattle; Wednesday, 10 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Seattle Storm hosts the Minnesota Lynx after Skylar Diggins scored 26 points in the Seattle Storm's 89-77 victory over the Phoenix Mercury. Advertisement Seattle finished 14-6 at home and 13-7 in Western Conference games during the 2024-25 season. The Storm shot 43.5% from the field and 28.8% from 3-point range last season. Minnesota finished 30-10 overall and 14-6 in Western Conference action during the 2024-25 season. The Lynx averaged 82.0 points per game while allowing opponents to score 75.6 last season. INJURIES: Storm: Katie Lou Samuelson: out for season (knee). Lynx: None listed. ___ The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
