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Portland Fire coach gives ‘elite’ admission after first road win vs. Toronto

The Portland Fire earned the first road win in franchise history Saturday night, and coach Alex Sarama praised the team’s offensive execution after a 99-80 win over the Toronto Tempo, also setting a franchise record for points scored in a game. Portland outscored Toronto 55-36 after halftime and putting together a 11-0 fourth-quarter run to […] The post Portland Fire coach gives ‘elite’ admission after first road win vs. Toronto appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Tempo sign 2017 WNBA champion to 1-year contract

The Toronto Tempo have agreed to a one-year contract with veteran center Temi Fagbenle, according to a report Tuesday from Alexa Philippou of ESPN. Philippou reported the deal via X, formerly known as Twitter, noting that Fagbenle will earn $1 million for the 2026 season. “Breaking: Free agent center Temi Fagbenle has agreed to a […] The post Tempo sign 2017 WNBA champion to 1-year contract appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Kiki Rice makes Tempo admission during 2026 WNBA Draft

Kiki Rice had an interesting admission to make as she begins her WNBA career with the incoming franchise Toronto Tempo. Rice ended her collegiate career with a bang, helping the UCLA Bruins reach the mountaintop by beating South Carolina to win the national championship this year. She, alongside Lauren Betts, played pivotal roles in helping […] The post Kiki Rice makes Tempo admission during 2026 WNBA Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder’s Cason Wallace drops ‘unbelievable’ Kiki Rice take at 2026 WNBA Draft

Kiki Rice was selected sixth overall by the expansion franchise Toronto Tempo in the 2026 WNBA draft, becoming the first draft pick in team history. Rice was among multiple UCLA Bruins stars selected in the first round of the draft, including the likes of Lauren Betts and Gabriela Jaquez. Regardless, she also enjoyed the support […] The post Thunder’s Cason Wallace drops ‘unbelievable’ Kiki Rice take at 2026 WNBA Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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UCLA Bruins make WNBA Draft history with Sun’s 18th pick

The UCLA women’s basketball team are having the best month a team could possibly have. Led by head coach Cori Close, the UCLA Bruins closed out their 37-1 season with a National Championship over South Carolina. Gabriela Jaquez led the way for the Bruins with 21 points, 10 rebounds, and five assists. Jaquez was one […] The post UCLA Bruins make WNBA Draft history with Sun’s 18th pick appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Tempo select UCLA star with historic pick at 2026 WNBA Draft

The expansion Toronto Tempo made franchise history Monday night, selecting Kiki Rice with their first-ever pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft. Rice was taken sixth overall, marking a notable run for UCLA Bruins women’s basketball players early in the draft. Rice’s selection made it three UCLA players chosen within the first six picks and the third […] The post Tempo select UCLA star with historic pick at 2026 WNBA Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Toronto Tempo Draft Kiki Rice No. 6 as Franchise Cornerstone

The Toronto Tempo made history Monday night, selecting Kiki Rice with the No. 6 overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft. The selection marks the first draft pick in franchise history and signals how Toronto plans to build its backcourt moving forward.Rice arrives in Toronto as one of the most polished guards in the class. […] The post Toronto Tempo Draft Kiki Rice No. 6 as Franchise Cornerstone appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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The 2026 WNBA Draft pick Sky must make after trading Angel Reese to Dream

The Chicago Sky enter the 2026 WNBA Draft at a pivotal moment in franchise history. After trading Angel Reese to the Atlanta Dream for future first-round picks, the organization has clearly signaled a shift toward getting more competitive very quickly. That decision, combined with a 10-34 record in 2025 and a rapidly evolving roster, places […] The post The 2026 WNBA Draft pick Sky must make after trading Angel Reese to Dream appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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UCLA hoping for history-making WNBA draft

The WNBA didn’t invite Charlisse Leger-Walker to its draft? Too bad. The UCLA point guard joined her teammates in New York anyway — and she might just make league officials look foolish. Five Bruins — Lauren Betts, Kiki Rice, Gabriela Jaquez, Gianna Kneepkens and Angela Dugalic — received official invitations to attend what could be...

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UCLA women celebrate NCAA basketball championship with fans at Pauley Pavilion

They got to rock their home arena one last time. Three days after winning the program’s first NCAA championship, the UCLA women’s basketball players and coaches celebrated with fans inside Pauley Pavilion. Players were introduced, confetti sprayed into the air and the championship trophy was hoisted once again. UCLA guard Kiki Rice celebrates with the...

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Kiki Rice’s BF Cason Wallace Shares Honest Feelings About UCLA Star’s National Championship

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace said all the positive things when asked about the recent national championship berth of his girlfriend, UCLA Bruins standout Kiki Rice, and her team in a recent media availability.

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Thunder’s Cason Wallace shares awesome reaction to girlfriend Kiki Rice’s success with UCLA

They are not married yet, but Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace and UCLA guard Kiki Rice each already have a ring. Wallace won his with the Thunder last season, while Rice won hers on Sunday after the Bruins defeated South Carolina for the national title in the NCAA Women’s Tournament. Wallace wore a t-shirt […] The post Thunder’s Cason Wallace shares awesome reaction to girlfriend Kiki Rice’s success with UCLA appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lauren Betts, Gabriela Jaquez, and more to appear on Jimmy Kimmel following UCLA Women’s Basketball NCAA title win

The UCLA women’s basketball team is heading to late-night. The NCAA champions will be appearing on Jimmy Kimmel Live following their 51-79 win over South Carolina to capture the NCAA championship title. UCLA Women’s Basketball stars — center Lauren Betts, guards Gabriela Jaquez and Kiki Rice, and forward Angela Dugalić — and head coach Cori […] The post Lauren Betts, Gabriela Jaquez, and more to appear on Jimmy Kimmel following UCLA Women’s Basketball NCAA title win appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Gabriela Jaquez Becomes Winningest UCLA Star Overtaking Kiki Rice, Lauren Betts And More

Cori Close’s UCLA Bruins made history by winning their first national championship in the NCAA era. They thrashed Dawn Staley’s South Carolina 79-51. The star of the show was Gabriela Jaquez, who entered the history books for two different records. She scored 221 points with 10 rebounds and 5 assists in 34 minutes. Jaquez really […]

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UCLA WBB star Lauren Betts tears up in instant reaction to winning national title

Lauren Betts let all the emotions out after leading the UCLA Bruins to the women’s national championship with the 79-51 blowout win over South Carolina on Sunday afternoon. Betts completed the final season of her collegiate career with the Bruins. She made her way up the ranks as one of the top stars in the […] The post UCLA WBB star Lauren Betts tears up in instant reaction to winning national title appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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