Bester News

Shock's Laimbeer gets new deal after third title

Thu Nov 20, 4:39 PM EST

Coach Bill Laimbeer re-signed with the WNBA champion Detroit Shock for another two years on Thursday.

USA Basketball to move from Colorado to Arizona

Tue Nov 18, 3:13 PM EST

USA Basketball is moving its headquarters from Colorado Springs, Colo., to the Phoenix suburb of Glendale, Ariz., adding to the city's growing roster of sports facilities.

Mystics hire Plank, who says she's there for long haul

Thu Nov 6, 4:41 PM EST

Once again, the Washington Mystics introduced a new coach, a ritual that happens about once a year. They promised this one would stick around a while.

Taylor moves from Lynx to Mystics as new GM

Thu Oct 23, 1:51 PM EDT

The Washington Mystics have hired Angela Taylor as their new general manager.

Shock, Detroit celebrate apex of tumultuous year

Mon Oct 6, 6:31 PM EDT

The Detroit Shock won the WNBA title Sunday at the end of the most chaotic season in franchise history. A day later, they were honored by a mayor and City Council that understood exactly how they felt.

Shock sweep Silver Stars for third title in six seasons

Sun Oct 5, 7:54 PM EDT

Katie Smith missed almost the entire second quarter because of foul trouble. Cheryl Ford has been out since the summer with a knee injury. And the Detroit Shock had to play in a college gym half the size of their regular home court.

Shock might win title at home away from home

Sat Oct 4, 7:02 PM EDT

The Detroit Shock will be going for a sweep of the San Antonio Silver Stars in the WNBA Finals at yet another 'home' arena Sunday, when they host Game 3 at Eastern Michigan University.

Smith, Shock race out to big lead, take Game 2

Fri Oct 3, 11:05 PM EDT

Katie Smith scored 22 points and the Detroit Shock built a big lead in the first quarter, then hung on to defeat the San Antonio Silver Stars 69-61 Friday night and take a 2-0 lead in the WNBA Finals.