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Valkyries lose promising young guard to Portland in WNBA Expansion Draft

SAN FRANCISCO– With the loaded WNBA offseason underway, the Golden State Valkyries have taken an expected hit to their depth after the 2026 Expansion Draft between the Portland Fire and Toronto Tempo. The Valkyries will lose 21-year-old guard Carla Leite to the Fire after a promising season with the team last season. Leite played 37 […] The post Valkyries lose promising young guard to Portland in WNBA Expansion Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Who Fire, Tempo selected first in expansion draft

The WNBA has a lot in store for the month of April, and the first thing to take care of was the expansion draft, which included the Portland Fire and Toronto Tempo. With the first two picks, the Fire and Tempo selected Bridget Carleton and Julie Allemand, according to NBA host Khristina. “With the first […] The post Who Fire, Tempo selected first in expansion draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Stephanie White, Indiana Fever Suffer Double Loss on Friday

Stephanie White and the Indiana Fever were one of the more surprising teams during the 2025 WNBA season. Finishing the regular season with a 24-20 record, the Fever secured the No. 6 seed in the playoffs, upsetting the No. 3 seed Atlanta Dream in the first round without guard Caitlin Clark. But ...

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Why Azurá Stevens is ‘uncomfortable’ ahead of 2026 WNBA expansion draft

PHOENIX – The 2026 WNBA expansion draft has arrived, with the Portland Fire and Toronto Tempo looking to get a head start on their rosters for the upcoming season. Each WNBA team is permitted to protect five players, leaving many across the league with a feeling of uncertainty as the hours to the draft trickle […] The post Why Azurá Stevens is ‘uncomfortable’ ahead of 2026 WNBA expansion draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Angel Reese-Led Chicago Sky Protecting Several Players From Failed Roster Baffles Fans: “SEND JEFF PAGLIOCCA TO A TALIBAN CAMP”

The Chicago Sky made a puzzling move on Wednesday ahead of Friday’s expansion draft, striking deals with the Portland Fire and Toronto Tempo.

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Sky make intriguing draft pick trades with Fire, Tempo

The Chicago Sky have reached agreements with expansion teams Portland Fire and Toronto Tempo ahead of Friday’s Expansion Draft, the team announced Wednesday. Chicago agreed to swap its No. 17 overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft for Portland’s No. 21 selection. In a separate deal, the Sky sent the No. 26 overall pick, originally […] The post Sky make intriguing draft pick trades with Fire, Tempo appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Who should Tempo, Fire pick in the 2026 WNBA expansion draft?

The 2026 WNBA expansion draft presents a uniquely challenging scenario for the Toronto Tempo and the Portland Fire. With a large number of star players, recent draft picks, and key contributors protected from the expansion draft and removed from the available pool, both franchises have to rely more on careful scouting, projection, and roster fit. […] The post Who should Tempo, Fire pick in the 2026 WNBA expansion draft? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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When is WNBA expansion draft for Tempo, Fire after CBA agreement?

The WNBA will hold its 2026 Expansion Draft for its newest franchises, the Portland Fire and Toronto Tempo, on Friday, April 3, ahead of the 2026 NCAA Women’s Final Four, the league announced on Wednesday. This follows the WNBA’s ratification of a new collective bargaining agreement that increases player compensation and resources while expanding the […] The post When is WNBA expansion draft for Tempo, Fire after CBA agreement? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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WNBA Team Makes Announcement For Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese Games

Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese have become two of the best players in the WNBA. Since being drafted in 2024, Clark has earned two All-Star nods with the Indiana Fever, averaging 18.5 points, 5.5 rebounds and 8.5 assists in 53 total games. Reese, on the other hand, has also earned two All-Star ...

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