RT @NickiJhabvala: From the letter that was hand-delivered by Melanie Coburn and Ana Nunez today at the site of the league meetings in New York:. Thibault said she had a heavier day yesterday. 4 overall pick last year. It’s not mandatory. Emphasizes everyone be smart and get off their legs. But that's why the Storm can win a title. Reese with 11. She won the end-of-shootaround 3pt-shooting game they play this morning. Stephanie Jones was in the building this morning. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. Decisions still to be made. Almost feels like a HS playoff game to get to State. #NCAAWBB #MarchMadness”RT @coachthibault: My apologies to @LynxCoachReeve and @minnesotalynx for my reaction to the question asked of me at my pre-game press conference today. 7 Notre Dame 13 Great defense from the Terps in those first 10 minutes. Will ask about that after. #WNBA”McDaniel has been on the floor at least three times in this third quarter. 10 Ohio State 90-54. ConversationSee new Tweets. Big second quarter for Brionna Jones, who has a game-high 12 points. “VanDerveer and Jones breaking this down was amazing. Patrick Ewing is PISSED off. Benzan a team-high 12. Her decision is education based, looking for a graduate degree program dealing. Not happy with the performance. 25 Jun 2023 18:57:10See new Tweets. “Actual starters just came out: Cloud, Atkins, Delle Donne, Austin, Burke. ConversationIn this conversation. #wnba. #WNBA” Jazmine Jones apparently got a little physical with Shakira Austin while the two were playing overseas…. Everyone immediately reacts. 2 days ago. Another significant move in terms of travel. 09 May 2023 17:34:33Ewing said Timothy Ighoefe would be the starter at center with Qudus Wahab transferring to Maryland. I don’t know what they said/did. Ariel Atkins with 10. Acknowledged the release did make her wonder what she did wrong. Said might need to call some old Big East buddies to find out how they guarded Iverson. ConversationSign up. 46 points in the paint for Indiana. Team heads out later today with another practice tomorrow in Seattle. Shooting 55 percent. Athletes Unlimited Basketball will be playing its inaugural season in Las Vegas from late January through the end of February. Played first two seasons with the Liberty and 7 games with the Sun this season. They sat her down in a chair with wheels to take her off the court after she slowly was helped up. #NCAAWBB #MarchMadness”“Wild night out here. Frese on Bri McDaniel: She's no longer a freshman. #wnba”Sign up. Thibault said if Alysha Clark is out more than the weekend they could apply for a hardship. The other roster news: Kristi Toliver will be out two weeks with a foot issue. (She’ll be a FA) Lots of things she learned this first year and managing her health was a challenge with few days off. Brittney Griner is officially listed as doubtful with a hip injury for tomorrow's game against the Mystics. Not sure how far they got, but there was definitely interest. He’s focused on his availability and making sure the Wizards play “the right way” as they jostle for position in the East from here on out. Thibault said she’s feeling better today than yesterday, but remains a question mark for tomorrow. Nov 16, 2023. September 13, 2023 at 8:00 a. #WNBA” “Abby Meyers fouls out with 7:17 left and the Terps down 14. Kareem Copeland @kareemcopeland Mystics are adding another hardship contract: Cyesha Goree. Starting Monday she flew DC to LA, LA to NY, NY to Vegas. ”“Official Mystic injury report: Alysha Clark (foot), Elena Delle Donne, Tianna Hawkins all out vs Lynx on Sunday. @kareemcopeland. “Shatori Walker-Kimbrough first off the bench for the Mystics, followed by Myisha Hines-Allen. She played 8 minutes against the Lynx. Find Kareem Copeland of The Washington Post's articles, email address, contact information, Twitter and more. Never been through anything like this before. #wnba”Halftime: No. @copelandbc. Posted: November 16, 2023 | Last updated: November 16, 2023. If she plays like this all season, and. They're being careful with her early. m. Log in. “Interesting storyline w Mystics facing No. (@howardmegdal first). 8 Maryland 29, Penn State 9. Is carried off the floor. Kinda feels like that was the time for Washington to get outta here with a W. By Kareem Copeland. Said there were others concerns about the Aces in free agency they couldn’t be proven. Thibault is adamant that they need to do a better job keeping them out of the paint. “Brenda Frese ends Maryland’s practice early, says we dont need full two hours. Natasha Cloud represented the team with a few words. She still has to clear waivers this afternoon, but is expected to do so. Has been bothering her for a bit and she’s played through it. m. 8 Maryland rolls No. #WNBA”“After some work @jennhatfield1 and I badger Eric Thibault enough to say Shatori Walker-Kimbrough will start in place of Ariel Atkins. “Halftime: Mystics 47, Lynx 23. They had to let her go to completely the trade for Queen Egbo, but can now bring her back on another hardship contract. That pick comes via Atlanta from trading the No. ”“Quick scheduling update for Elena Delle Donne from Mike Thibault. Austin Collie's bad-luck streak continues. League moves from #WNBA transactions so far today: Monika Czinano waived by the Sparks. “Queen Egbo called the last few days different, stressful, exciting. Tianna Hawkins has been the only one that has truly played well tonight. 8-0 Iowa run and Maryland calls timeout. Conversation“FGCU coach Karl Smesko started talking bout Benzan and Owusu but added: They put offensive players all over the court and they can all have a big night. But doesn't look like he's dressed today. They all know it was right there for them. Breaking: Mike Thibault is retiring from coaching and will continue to serve as the Washington Mystics general manager. “Mike Thibault explains if Alysha Clark is ready to go tomorrow (as expected) Stephanie Jones would have to be released since she was the first hardship signing before Katie Benzan. ( “Linnae Harper: 5-7, 160 guard from Ohio State. One pain is that this was Shelley Patterson's game to scout after being on. Spray with 17 points, including 5 triples. No type of surgery required. Thibault said the next step is turning those blocks into fast breaks instead of her tossing them into the stands. Ariel Atkins was also participating. I assume Thibault is just searching for anything. Game plan is to have her for both of the back-to-back games against Seattle this weekend. We are excited to announce that Kareem Copeland will be joining the Sports department next month to cover the Washington Redskins alongside Liz Clarke and. Cooke ranked No. And-1 3-point play. Candace Parker leading the Sky with 9. #wnba” Thibault listed those not traveling for the exhibition game vs the Lynx: Toliver, Austin, Sykes, Walker-Kimbrough, Meng. #ncaawbb #MarchMadness”I actually think it's kind of cool. Couple big corner 3s from Kristi Toliver. May 26, 2023 at 10:44 p. Elsewhere in the SEC, Angel Reese (@Reese10Angel) avgs 23. 14 May 2023 15:11:34See new Tweets. Can’t say enough about my experience at @AP_Sports. Nothing to panic over. Said if it was a must-win type game that she’d play, but they’ll just hold her out tonight. #WNBA” Mike Thibault said if they had an extra spot, Emily Engstler would have made the team. If so, more likely a post player. That would be a completely separate from the hardship scenario. “FGCU at the mic. ” “Not sure what just happened but this guy and his buddy, who was wearing a red ‘fur’ just got kicked out of the game. Kuzma leads Washington with 9 points. Delle Donne (ankle) on same timeline. #wnba”“(2) It will be a couple weeks for Williams. She didn’t do any team work today, just individual shooting drills. She’ll be questionable with an ankle injury. Jones had already been coaching VanDerveer on how to do it. Mystics. Will test again tomorrow to see if she’ll be available to travel for the Connecticut game. #WNBA”WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert: Next 3-5 years crucial for league #wnba. Alysha Clark had some symptoms so they held her out of practice today to do testing. “Mystics roster updates from Thibault: Natasha Cloud needs one more negative test to return. Let's try this again: The ABC/ESPN broadcast for the #WNBA season announced: Dallas, Los Angeles, Phoenix, Seattle, Washington and Connecticut will all be featured four times. Elizabeth Williams just depends on how far her team advances in. Just being careful with her #wnbaRT @PostSports: “No one thinks about: ‘How does a uniform get clean? How does a team get from Denver to Los Angeles?’ ” says Royce Reed, the Wizards’ equipment managerThe Mystics have arrived, had to come through the side door due to the crowds for @thecrawsover . Said win or loss, she hadn’t made the decision. #WNBA”“Myisha Hines-Allen is dealing with a quad contusion. Hoyas running out of bodies. — Kareem Copeland (@kareemcopeland) October 18, 2023 Nevertheless, coach Becky Hammon never gave up hope, announcing that she would be back with her. It’s another not to give the luggage, including carry-ons, back so people can leave the airport @AmericanAirSee new Tweets. #wnba”“@1NathanSnell Oh, asking. RT @HoffmanShow: Talking with @kareemcopeland about his great piece on the evolution of the sneaker game and new WNBA player signature kicks on on @team980. “Rui Machida still running the top group with Natasha Cloud out. ConversationSee new Tweets. That’s what caused her to leave the Fever game, but she returned. Awful moment. See new Tweets Aliyah Boston says she hasn’t made a decision as far as the #WNBA draft. ConversationRT @De11eDonne: I'm happy to have been a part of the documentary film, "I'm Not Crazy, I'm Sick", as it goes behind the scenes into what life with Lyme is really like. Thibault said Emily Engstler is getting more comfortable. Conversation“The Mystics will receive a hardship roster spot as they’re down to 9 players with Elizabeth Williams and Alysha Clark out to start the season. Which is all good, just can’t share their perspective when that’s the case. Scheduled off day for Delle Donne, nothing new. The latest tweets from @kareemcopeland “More news from Maryland: forward Mimi Collins will also enter the transfer portal. Elena Delle Donne has been fined an undisclosed amount for inappropriate public comments regarding officiating, the league confirmed. Citron breaks the press and lays it in, Frese calls timeout. “Mike Thibault explains if Alysha Clark is ready to go tomorrow (as expected) Stephanie Jones would have to be released since she was the first hardship signing before Katie Benzan. #wnbaSign up. #wnba Team needs one more cut to get down to 12 by 5 p. #WNBA” @TheWNBPA announced this morning a partnership w Priority Pass to give players use of their airport lounges. Nov 16, 2023. ”Preston's Summary. Kristi Toliver didn't participate in the entire practice. Sparks announce they’ve traded Amanda Zahui B. This article has been reproduced in a new format and may be missing content or contain faulty links. For many women in the #NWSL, that is their reality. Breaks 21 game losing streak. #WNBA . They sat her down in a chair with wheels to take her off the court after she slowly was helped up. #WNBA”Natasha Cloud will be a late addition to the injury report. she thrives in it. #wnba. #wnba” “(2) It will be a couple weeks for Williams. #wnba #BallOnOurTerms” Mitchell drives, misses, gets her own rebound and puts it back for the win. Thibault thought it might be a stinger situation, but wasn’t sure. #WNBA”Missed practice en route to the airport, but the Mystics are good on the injury front. Said there was some selfishness today. 25 Jun 2023 18:57:10 See new Tweets. Verified account Protected Tweets @; Suggested users“Everyone accounted for in Dallas, minus Elena Delle Donne (rest). She's got a quick 8 today as the Mystics lead 15-10 with 4:01 left in the first quarter. However, there could be some waiver-wire work, like all teams, still after all rosters are turned in at 5 p. But that means Katie Benzan gets waived. #wnba”“Not good Mystics news from Mike Thibault: Elena Delle Donne (back) probably not playing tomorrow and not sure bout the rest of the season. Thanks to @avarwallace for holding things down in my absence. #wnba“Everyone continues to rave about Rui Machida. #WNBA”In this conversation. Said no offense to the team they're playing, but South Carolina is going. See new Tweets. ”In this conversation. ConversationWe would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. #wnba . They even have subtitles on film. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. @CopelandParkSE. “Halftime: Sun 41, Mystics 37. “Whoa. I wasn’t worried about the odds. Will ask about that after. #wnba” See new Tweets. 29 Jun 2023 21:11:21See new Tweets. They didn't really love anyone that was available that high, so the trade isn't a huge surprise. #WNBA”Emily Engstler was the No. Keeping Parker under control is a big part of that. Head coach Curt Miller and assistant Brandi Poole are both in the health and safety protocol, the team announced. Has earned that trust all season long. She’s leading the league with 20. Conversation“No Billings or Hayes for theDream tomorrow vs Mystics. ”“Not sure what just happened but this guy and his buddy, who was wearing a red ‘fur’ just got kicked out of the game. #wnba” “Not good Mystics news from Mike Thibault: Elena Delle Donne (back) probably not playing tomorrow and not sure bout the rest of the season. Scheduled day off for EDD. ConversationAn ‘emotional wreck’ last year, Mystics’ Tianna Hawkins finds happiness again #WNBA. Either officials missed that or all of us on press row are blind. Georgetown (eventually) holds off. Conversation Sign up. #WNBA announces the expansion of the charter flight program to include the entire postseason, Commissioner’sCup and select regular season games on back-to-backs. EDT. Hawkeyes land the first punch, up 19-9 with 5:14 left in 1Q. (Patrick Smith/Getty Images) 4 min. That includes Amanda Zahui B (as expected), Li Meng and Tianna Hawkins. 06 Jun 2023 18:25:31. Jan 14, 2020. No one else is listed. “Rui Machida still running the top group with Natasha Cloud out. Kareem Copeland is a sports reporter for The Washington Post, specializing in basketball coverage. ConversationJust finished up with Eric Thibault. Hall of Fame coach and legendary broadcaster John Madden gave a heartfelt speech at the memorial service for Pat Summerall on Saturday. Still lots of juice. On the heels of a tumultuous school year, Azzi Fudd had a hectic summer. “2019 WNBA championship reunion at Team USA practice. 6 percent and 1 for 7 from behind the arc. Mystics will swap their 1st 2023 pick #wnba”“No visible ankle brace or anything for Delle Donne. Had issues with Awareness and focus. Liberty. Great timing. Austin with 10. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. Shooting 45. Those are the first 3 possessions of the half. 25 May 2023 01:25:39. Longwood started playing D1 basketball in the 2004-05 season and have never beaten a team from a major conference. “Asked Patrick Ewing about the Big East record 25th straight conference loss, the statement made by athletic director Lee Reed earlier today and his future with the program. Atlanta. Burke just finished her season in Spain and won’t be available for about a week, though. No details on the injury. But haven’t gotten additional details about the back tightness, so we’ll see if anything changes. RT @ESPN_WomenHoop: For just the fourth time this season, South Carolina has allowed 20 points in a quarter. Lisa Bluder just thanked Maryland coach Brenda Frese. #wnba” “Elizabeth Williams with a chase down block of Shakira Austin, who looked like she had a clean fast break layup. Which means the Mystics will have a lottery pick for the 2nd consecutive draft. There was some awkwardness during that 1st 5on5 yesterday, but there were no lingering effects. Her day might be done, which would be a career-low and the first time she's been held scoreless during her short time in the league. “Mike Thibault says Elena Delle Donne won’t play tonight. Ashley Owusu takes and makes her first 3-pointer of the season. Also doesn’t expect to pick up anyone waived over these next couple days. #wnba”No. 2 & 15. #wnba”Kareem Copeland. ConversationSee new Tweets. 9:25 PM · May 1, 2023. Looks like this might be the Pride colorway. Said the team flat out didn’t compete enough. DC Brian Newberry named interim HC. See new Tweets. "Bryson Mozone is also out for the Hoyas and will not return. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. 16 Jun 2023 15:16:55“Ariel Atkins is COOKING early. #WNBA” “After some work @jennhatfield1 and I badger Eric Thibault enough to say Shatori Walker-Kimbrough will start in place of Ariel Atkins. See new Tweets “Brandon Murray will not return for Georgetown. 6 turnovers for Stanford. Brandon Murray just caught a body with a Tomahawk dunk in the lane. #wnba” Sign up. “Mystics first injury report officially lists Alysha Clark (foot) as out for tomorrow's season opener, as expected. 6 this season. #wnba . #ncaawbb #MarchMadness”“5-8 Ariel Atkins with a weakside block of 6-3 Elizabeth Williams. #NCAAWBB #MarchMadness”Kim Mulkey is already saying two SEC teams are going to the Final Four. She’s not practicing and some nerve pain has flared up as a byproduct of the back problem. #wnba”“Officially official: Maryland announces the signing of incoming freshmen four-star guards Gia Cooke and Brianna McDaniel. Navy just announced HC Ken Niumatalolo will not return for 2023. Said they’d never seen that defense before, so that forced them to learn and continue to grow. com with subject. #wnba”Thibault listed those not traveling for the exhibition game vs the Lynx: Toliver, Austin, Sykes, Walker-Kimbrough, Meng. area, Kareem covers a range of basketball leagues including the WNBA, NBA, and NCAA. “Mike Thibault says Elena Delle Donne will have a scheduled off day vs the Sun on Saturday. Mystics had chances to close this thing out from the line and went 1 for 4. Got real ugly real quick with Miller (8 pts) and Meyers (11pts) leading a 20-0 run to close the quarter. But last year when they were short handed, used them for everything. #wnba”RT @CandaceDBuckner: Imagine being a professional athlete in America and having to deliver take-out orders on the side to make a living wage. and a 2024 2nd round pick to the Aces for Dearica Hamby and the Aces 2024 1st round. Team is terminating the hardship contracts of Abby Meyers and Linnae Harper. That was an issue post surgery. #wnba #MYSTICS25”“Howard checks out at the 4:25 mark of the fourth quarter without a point and the team trailing by 18. #WNBA”@TheWNBPA announced this morning a partnership w Priority Pass to give players use of their airport lounges. No. They had to let her go to completely the trade for Queen Egbo, but can now bring her back on another hardship contract. #WNBA”Thibault a bit frustrated postgame. And that the Mystics have reached an agreement with Elizabeth Williams. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. @kareemcopeland. This team has been extremely loose the last couple days. #wnba”RT @BobbyBancroft: Random Georgetown fan: "That was some [expletive']. She still has to clear waivers. Says there isn’t a long term concern with the back but there’s still some tightness so they’re being particularly careful. He has also covered the Olympics, Super Bowls and extensively. Mystics will swap their 1st 2023 pick #wnba” “No visible ankle brace or anything for Delle Donne. (Will be in the story) After saying it all feels normal at this point, ends with: Still working towards greatness. Wizards were 13 for 17 from the field and 7 for 9 from behind the arc. Very interesting. 5 rpg. #wnba #BallOnOurTerms With todays moves, the Mystics likely have 3 spots available. 17 Jul 2023 18:26:33. #ncaawbb #MarchMadness”See new Tweets. Thursday. Spray said she didn’t feel there was much of a change from Maryland’s defense, but they didn’t execute their actions well. There’s only a couple that aren’t here. Mystics announce they’ve waived Stephanie Jones and Elena Tsineke. 3 Maryland passes the first test of its demanding week by holding off No. When asked if he was still moving, "I guess so. Just bothers me. See new Tweets. So Benzan is good for tomorrow. Defense dictating early on both sides. And said that's the advantage of homecourt. Most experience came in 2018, playing 24 games with the Sky. #MarchMadness. Players out of the exhibition game tomorrow: Myisha Hines-Allen, Shakira Austin, Kristi Toliver. Yelling you should be ashamed of yourself. 9 apiece for Delle Donne and Cloud. Kareem Copeland has covered Washington's NFL franchise, the Utah Jazz, Indianapolis Colts, Indiana Pacers and Green Bay Packers. Alyssa Thomas has been indispensable for the Sun, which enters the WNBA playoffs as the No. Can confirm that the Mystics will meet with Breanna Stewart in person in Istanbul as the free agency negotiating period begins tomorrow. #wnba”“RT @WashMystics: 💰 @T_Cloud4 💰 Fourth player in Mystics history to hit 200 career threes 👏 #BallOnOurTerms ht…”Thibault said he didn't think the defense was that bad. Humbled by all the support. Wasn't thinking about the back. #WNBA”“Owusu with a buzzer-beating layup and Maryland takes a 27-17 lead after 1Q. If so, more likely a post player. 1 percent and had just 3 TOs after having 10 in 1Q. Seemed like they were gonna struggle with the size, but they settled in. Sykes with 9 boards. That time its Sellers, who goes into a euro-step and at the last second drops off a dime to Meyers for the fastbreak layup. The entire bench ran over. “Benzan still has to clear waivers at 5 pm, but that’s expected to happen. (Chris. #wnba”“Elena Delle Donne explained that she could feel little variations in her hips and body even before the game that she knew wasn’t quite right. We just know she limped off the court and straight to the locker room. #WNBA”“The shooter Natasha Cloud hits a pull-up triple from the top of the arc to beat the buzzer and tie things at 44-44 going into halftime. “Here’s the DELDON 1 she wore in Seattle. Today was able to slow down and let the game come to her. EDT The WNBA is looking to attract more fans and capitalize on growing interest in women’s basketball. MHA is healthy and not listed on the injury report. 42. She’s not practicing and some nerve pain has flared up as a byproduct of the back problem. Miller 9. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. No details given on the injury. ”“Looked like Shakira Austin had a bit of a hitch in her step the last minute or so, and checked back in with some tape on her knee. And goes down. ” “Mystics roster moves coming. ” “Executive director of the @TheWNBPA Terri Jackson said players contacted her from the airport saying the man approached while they were looking for food.