Elaine Blum

Joined: Mar 21, 2026

Elaine Blum covers women’s basketball for On SI from Europe. She has been writing about women's hoops since 2023 and holds a Bachelor’s degree in English and Journalism and a master’s degree in American Studies with a focus on women’s and gender studies. She started playing basketball when she was 10 years old and won several league and state championships at the youth and senior level.

Jun 12, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Golden State Valkyries head coach Natalie Nakase reacts in the second half against the Seattle Storm at Climate Pledge Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Ng-Imagn Images

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The Storm didn’t get the win, but Dominique Malonga recorded a historic double-double against the Wings.

May 31, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; Las Vegas Aces guard Chennedy Carter (23) dribbles the ball against the Golden State Valkyries in the second quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

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Chennedy Carter missed another game due to illness, but she was on the Aces’ bench and Becky Hammon thinks she could return soon.

Jun 21, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Sparks forward Nneka Ogwumike (30) celebrates game winning buzzer beating three point shot against the New York Liberty at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: William Navarro-Imagn Images

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It was only fitting that Nneka Ogwumike hit a game-winner on the 30th anniversary of the first WNBA game.

Jun 20, 2026; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Wings guard Azzi Fudd (35) runs back up court during the first half against the Chicago Sky at College Park Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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Azzi Fudd is growing into a two-way star for the Dallas Wings, and Jose Fernandez praised her defense after a close win against the Chicago Sky.

Jun 14, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese (5) extends her arms during the second half against the Atlanta Dream at Coca-Cola Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Sousa-Imagn Images

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Angel Reese picked up four quick fouls in the first half against the Fever, but head coach Karl Smesko found a clear silver lining to her foul trouble.

Jun 10, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Tempo guard Brittney Sykes (20) celebrates the win against the Connecticut Sun at the end of the overtime at Coca-Cola Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

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Brittney Sykes suffered what looked like a bad injury against the Indiana Fever. Losing her would be a tough blow to the Tempo’s playoff hopes.

May 22, 2026; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) celebrates a made shot in the second half against the Golden State Valkyries at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

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Caitlin Clark’s social media activity hints at her Nike signature shoe reveal coming very, very soon.

May 23, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Los Angeles Sparks guard Kelsey Plum (10) gestures towards the sidelines after defeating the Las Vegas Aces at Michelob Ultra Arena. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-Imagn Images

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Kelsey Plum scored a season-high 43 points against the Phoenix Mercury. Head coach Lynne Roberts praised everything she does besides scoring so much.

May 3, 2026; Portland, OR, USA; Portland Fire head coach Alex Sarama answers questions from the media before the Fire play against the Los Angeles Sparks at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Jaime Valdez-Imagn Images

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The Fire snapped a lengthy losing streak, and the success felt even better because it was against a quality opponent.

Jun 6, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Lynx guard Olivia Miles (5) looks on against the Seattle Storm in the second half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

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The Minnesota Lynx are flying high on an eight-game win streak, but the Las Vegas Aces will present a completely new challenge.

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Natasha Howard had a down year with the Fever, but she looks more like herself again in Minnesota.

May 27, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Sky guard Natasha Cloud (9) brings the ball up court against the Toronto Tempo during the first half at Wintrust Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

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The Sky lost another game, but Natasha Cloud found a silver lining to the defeat.

Elaine Blum

Joined: Mar 21, 2026

Natalie Nakase Explains What Makes the Valkyries’ Roster ‘Dangerous’

Becky Hammon Issues ‘Greatest’ Take On Chelsea Gray After Assist Milestone

Marina Mabrey’s Historic Game Earns Diana Taurasi Comparison From Sandy Brondello

Mystics Coach Breaks Down Winning ‘Shift’ in Washington

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Dominique Malonga’s Historic Game vs Wings Showcases Storm’s Bright Future

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Becky Hammon Shares Encouraging Update on Chennedy Carter’s Return to Aces Lineup

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Sparks Coach Explains What Made Nneka Ogwumike’s Game-Winner vs Liberty So ‘Powerful’

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Jose Fernandez Explains How Azzi Fudd’s Defense ‘Changes Things’ For Wings

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Dream Head Coach Finds Surprising Advantage in Angel Reese Foul Trouble

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Tempo Will Have to Face Toughest Challenge Yet After Brittney Sykes Injury

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Caitlin Clark Hints at Signature Shoe Reveal

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Sparks Coach Pinpoints What ‘Seperates’ Kelsey Plum From WNBA’s Elite Scorers

Portland Fire Coach Cites What Makes Snapping Losing Streak vs Wings ‘Even Sweeter’

Lynx’s Contender Status Will Face Toughest Test Yet in Aces Matchup

Natasha Howard’s Lynx Success Shows She’s ‘Better’ Than Fever Stint Suggested

Natasha Cloud Puts Positive Spin on Sky Struggles After Loss in Angel Reese Return