Said no offense to the team they're playing, but South Carolina is going. DC Brian Newberry named interim HC. By Kareem Copeland May 19, 2023 at 5:00 a. Conversation“Elena Delle Donne said she felt great today, so good she played more mins than expected. See new Tweets. #WNBA”“Myisha Hines-Allen is dealing with a quad contusion. @kareemcopeland. 0:22. See new Tweets“Brandon Murray will not return for Georgetown. They didn't really love anyone that was available that high, so the trade isn't a huge surprise. “@AnnieCostabile That's EXACTLY what I'm talking bout!! We're gonna need you to contact the rules committee. Follow Kareem Copeland on Twitter @kareemcopeland. 26 Mar 2023 23:07:43It’s one thing to cancel a flight. 8 Maryland rolls No. 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. Mystics will swap their 1st 2023 pick #wnba” “No visible ankle brace or anything for Delle Donne. “Queen Egbo called the last few days different, stressful, exciting. “Mystics roster updates from Thibault: Natasha Cloud needs one more negative test to return. See new Tweets. And They’re still being careful with how long Myisha Hines-Allen (knee) is in the floor. ”Of course news happens when I’m in the middle of interviews. Elizabeth Williams just depends on how far her team advances in. Thibault said she’s feeling better today than yesterday, but remains a question mark for tomorrow. They're being careful with her early. #wnba #MYSTICS25”“Howard checks out at the 4:25 mark of the fourth quarter without a point and the team trailing by 18. Won from that same right corner. 06 Jun 2023 18:25:31. #wnba”Back at practice. #WNBA” “Abby Meyers fouls out with 7:17 left and the Terps down 14. 17 Jul 2023 18:26:33. Delle Donne was frustrated after the loss to the Sun in Connecticut on Sunday. #WNBA . #WNBA”@TheWNBPA announced this morning a partnership w Priority Pass to give players use of their airport lounges. Spray said she didn’t feel there was much of a change from Maryland’s defense, but they didn’t execute their actions well. And They’re still being careful with how long Myisha Hines-Allen (knee) is in the floor. (She’ll be a FA) Lots of things she learned this first year and managing her health was a challenge with few days off. “Mystics announce they’ve re-signed Linnae Harper. #wnbaSign up. That was an issue post surgery. “Halftime: Sun 41, Mystics 37. See new Tweets. Thibault talked a lot about the Wings’ size, so Zahui B makes sense. At the end of the first period in Greenville, Maryland leads undefeated South Carolina 21-15“Sylvia Fowles missing her first game of the season. #WNBA”— Kareem Copeland (@kareemcopeland) January 4, 2023 “Regardless of outcome, we shall remember this as The Brandon Murray Dunk Game,” tweeted Casual Hoya of SB Nation . “@LindaMcWrites They were on the floor for the 11-3 run at the start of the third. If so, more likely a post player. EDT. And-1 3-point play. #wnba”RT @BobbyBancroft: Random Georgetown fan: "That was some [expletive']. “2019 WNBA championship reunion at Team USA practice. Li Meng has her visa stuff figured out and will be back at practice tomorrow. 9 different players have scored for Washington. C. Atlanta. See new Tweets “Brandon Murray will not return for Georgetown. Very interesting. He emphasized the need for everyone to rebound today. Kuzma leads Washington with 9 points. Log in. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. 9:25 PM · May 1, 2023. Sykes with 9 boards. Verified account Protected Tweets @; Suggested users“So, only Diamond DeShields update from Mercury PR is she's not officially out. #goodgracious“@awebbreese Just for context, timing was all on me. Awful moment. 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:. But hasn't played since going down in the first quarter. Ariel Atkins carried off the court. ”“The Mystics have gotten Kennedy Burke on waivers. Final preseason week for the Mystics with a home game vs the Lynx on Wednesday and at the Liberty on Saturday. He has also covered the Olympics, Super Bowls and extensively. Breaking: Mike Thibault is retiring from coaching and will continue to serve as the Washington Mystics general manager. 5 rpg. But doesn't look like he's dressed today. Which is all good, just can’t share their perspective when that’s the case. And Vegas back to DC on the red eye tonight after the game. Couple of tough triples and an and-1. #WNBA” “After some work @jennhatfield1 and I badger Eric Thibault enough to say Shatori Walker-Kimbrough will start in place of Ariel Atkins. 09 May 2023 17:34:33Ewing said Timothy Ighoefe would be the starter at center with Qudus Wahab transferring to Maryland. But he’s upstairs making moves with the GM hat on. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. 3 Maryland passes the first test of its demanding week by holding off No. Wasn't thinking about the back. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. Still lots of juice. Athletes Unlimited Basketball will be playing its inaugural season in Las Vegas from late January through the end of February. We’ve got a pretty good group of guys that are here. Kristi Toliver didn't participate in the entire practice. Thursday. The move corresponded with Elena Delle Donne (ankle sprain) being out at least two weeks. Coppin State. Thibault is adamant that they need to do a better job keeping them out of the paint. 3 seed. 25 May 2023 01:25:39. End 1Q: Wizards 34, Heat 34. Miami hasn't gone a single game without a 3-pointer. #wnba” “Mystics announce they’ve re-signed Linnae Harper. #WNBA” Jazmine Jones apparently got a little physical with Shakira Austin while the two were playing overseas…. “Mike Thibault says Elena Delle Donne won’t play tonight. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. “Uh-oh. Candace Parker leading the Sky with 9. leadership make better financial decisions. Looked like she initially grabbed her ankle area. Big second quarter for Brionna Jones, who has a game-high 12 points. Kareem Copeland is a sports reporter for The Washington Post, specializing in basketball coverage. Out indefinitely with a cartilage injury to her right knee. Scary moment that ended practice: Myisha Hines-Allen goes down after taking contact driving in traffic. Everyone immediately reacts. So Benzan is good for tomorrow. Elsewhere in the SEC, Angel Reese (@Reese10Angel) avgs 23. Austin getting another start with Myisha Hines-Allen moving to the bench. Thibault said if Alysha Clark is out more than the weekend they could apply for a hardship. #WNBA”Good stuff from Elena Delle Donne during her session at Team USA minicamp. Brenda Frese was just all in the ear of Riley Nelson, stomping her foot, then turned to send Emily Fisher in for Nelson. Will test again tomorrow to see if she’ll be available to travel for the Connecticut game. ”Bear hugs for Brittney Griner from Amanda Zahui B. 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. "”See new Tweets. 100 mins to tip. Says there isn’t a long term concern with the back but there’s still some tightness so they’re being particularly careful. #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. #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. @CopelandParkSE. @kareemcopeland. And you’re right that they’ve declined comment. Looked like she initially grabbed her ankle area. “Actual starters just came out: Cloud, Atkins, Delle Donne, Austin, Burke. The Indianapolis Colts wide receiver left Sunday's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars with a right knee injury. #wnba”“Halftime: Mystics 43, Sky 30. Knows that one turnover wasn't the difference, but said she needs to take care of the ball better. Also doesn’t expect to pick up anyone waived over these next couple days. RT @AUProSports: It’s official. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. Clark and EDD was expected. “Delle Donne defensive rebound, dribbles upcourt, reads the defense, finds a lane and finishes at the rim with a finger roll. ConversationNext group: Haley Jones (Stanford) Dorka Juhasz (UConn) Lou Lopez Senechal (UConn) The #WNBA is featuring a new player every 15 mins in alphabetical order. Mystics back at practice. 46 points in the paint for Indiana. And goes down. 3Q alone for Maryland: 9 turnovers, 2 FGs. Her decision is education based, looking for a graduate degree program dealing. Washington, D. Looking for a reverse jinx here in a game where the ball doesn't seem to want to go in the basket on either end. Had issues with Awareness and focus. So @Christy51WScott is the ringleader of every party! Griner hasn’t gone through warmups yet, not sure if she’s planning to test that hip. Kareem Copeland. She’s not practicing and some nerve pain has flared up as a byproduct of the back problem. “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. Bell says she was very frustrated, but glad they played hard as a group. The latest tweets from @kareemcopeland “More news from Maryland: forward Mimi Collins will also enter the transfer portal. The latest Tweets from Karen Copeland (@KarenCopelandx): "latest Tweets from Karen Copeland (@KarenCopeland1): "A disappointing Indian Wells :("1. 29 Jun 2023 21:11:21See new Tweets. Out with a hamstring. #WNBA” Mike Thibault said if they had an extra spot, Emily Engstler would have made the team. Shooting 45. OPEN CALL: Artists working in all media. No details on the injury. Katie Benzan still here. Decisions still to be made. #WNBA”“Can confirm Emma Meesseman has reached an agreement with the Sky. #wnba”“The league announces Athletes Unlimited games will be broadcast on WNBA League Pass for no additional cost. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. m. Shakira with a game-high 12 points. #WNBA . #WNBA”WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert: Next 3-5 years crucial for league #wnba. Mystics lead 42-38 at halftime. ConversationIn this conversation. Conversation Sign up. @kareemcopeland. It’s another not to give the luggage, including carry-ons, back so people can leave the airport @AmericanAirSee new Tweets. 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 regardless of the venue, it's the chance to play the No. Destanni Henderson waived by the Fever. That might be the new starting 5 with Shatori Walker-Kimbrough heading to the bench. 1 pick in 2022. But that means Katie Benzan gets waived. Li Meng starting in place of Cloud. “Mystics had exclusive negotiating rights to Machida, but decided to relinquish those with the other roster moves”End 1Q: Maryland 16, No. No matter if it’s sports or whatever beat. Our out-of-hours. Also 10 turnovers. Verified account Protected Tweets @; Suggested users“Everyone accounted for in Dallas, minus Elena Delle Donne (rest). Game plan is to have her for both of the back-to-back games against Seattle this weekend. She still has to clear waivers this afternoon, but is expected to do so. #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. Show More. They had to let her go to completely the trade for Queen Egbo, but can now bring her back on another hardship contract. “Whoa. Will play at home vs. ConversationAn ‘emotional wreck’ last year, Mystics’ Tianna Hawkins finds happiness again #WNBA. m. #wnba” Thibault listed those not traveling for the exhibition game vs the Lynx: Toliver, Austin, Sykes, Walker-Kimbrough, Meng. Today was able to slow down and let the game come to her. #WNBA”And the Tiger back in the butterfly jacket #MarchMadness . No easing her in tonight, she’ll get full regular minutes. The winningest coach in WNBA history finishes with 379 wins and the 2019 championship. Either officials missed that or all of us on press row are blind. Conversation8 turnovers in 8 minutes for Illinois. ” Kareem Copeland @kareemcopeland Mystics are adding another hardship contract: Cyesha Goree. 15 Jun 2023 21:11:03 Kristi Toliver didn't participate in the entire practice. I get it. “Jasmine Dickey buzzer beater, but Maryland still leads 49-39 at halftime. Brittney Griner is officially listed as doubtful with a hip injury for tomorrow's game against the Mystics. she thrives in it. I missed exactly what happened but the Mystics were extremely angry. “Interesting storyline w Mystics facing No. Has to list the pros and cons. Aerial Powers catching up with Latoya Sanders with Mike Thibault in the background. Thibault said she had a heavier day yesterday. Additionally, Diamond Miller will undergo knee surgery tomorrow and be out 3-6 months. 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. Played first two seasons with the Liberty and 7 games with the Sun this season. 16 Jun 2023 23:15:22See new Tweets. #WNBA”“Owusu with a buzzer-beating layup and Maryland takes a 27-17 lead after 1Q. Cloud with a game-high 19. I missed exactly what happened but the Mystics were extremely angry. #WNBA”“Connecticut Sun will be shorthanded tonight with their coaching staff. Spray with 17 points, including 5 triples. Everything went silent. 9 apiece for Delle Donne and Cloud. 10 Ohio State 90-54. Brandon Murray just caught a body with a Tomahawk dunk in the lane. #ncaawbb #MarchMadness”“5-8 Ariel Atkins with a weakside block of 6-3 Elizabeth Williams. But haven’t gotten additional details about the back tightness, so we’ll see if anything changes. Said if it was a must-win type game that she’d play, but they’ll just hold her out tonight. #wnba”No. Your Washington Mystics. Find Kareem Copeland of The Washington Post's articles, email address, contact information, Twitter and more. 3:31 AM · Jul 1, 2023. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. She was in Mystics camp in 2022. See new Tweets. That was an offseason focus that she hasn't put on display yet. Started asking questions in a threatening way, about Griner and if she was the one traded for Viktor Bout. #wnba”“Eric Thibault said the one positive is they're kind of used to having these last-minute changes with people in and out of the lineup, including Thibault. I assume Thibault is just searching for anything. But last year when they were short handed, used them for everything. Most experience came in 2018, playing 24 games with the Sky. Seemed like they were gonna struggle with the size, but they settled in. m. And she's heated about that last collision. I wasn’t worried about the odds. Getting to the rim and hitting triples. Of course, he still could be starting in late January: Saturday currently leads all centers in Pro Bowl votes. #wnba”Not sure how many times I’ve seen Ohio play this year (plenty) and every time, still, I say I can’t believe Cotie McMahon is a freshman. On the heels of a tumultuous school year, Azzi Fudd had a hectic summer. #wnba Team needs one more cut to get down to 12 by 5 p. Can confirm that the Mystics will meet with Breanna Stewart in person in Istanbul as the free agency negotiating period begins tomorrow. 25 May 2023 01:25:39. Terps looking like last season's offensive juggernaut. Funny thing, the crowd got all hype when the bus pulled up. 2 & 15. That was a 23-4 quarter right there. #wnba #mystics25”Liberty closed the 4th with an 11-3 run. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. ”“Noelle Quinn said before the game that one of the keys were to try to get out in transition in an effort to not let the Mystics set up their defense. #WNBA”“Was talking to Delle Donne today about her routine for those load management days. Will never forget driving and suddenly passing a physical Eastbay store. “Some Mystics free agency news: Tianna Hawkins is expected to sign a training camp contract with the team this week, according to league source. Head coach Curt Miller and assistant Brandi Poole are both in the health and safety protocol, the team announced. 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. Thibault thought it might be a stinger situation, but wasn’t sure. ”“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. m. By Kareem Copeland. ” “Mystics roster moves coming. #NCAAWBB #MarchMadness”“Wild night out here. “Some Mystics free agency news: Tianna Hawkins is expected to sign a training camp contract with the team this week, according to league source. Said Hines-Allen will travel but not play. @kareemcopeland. (Patrick Smith/Getty Images) 4 min. #WNBA”“W/the Sparks loss to the Sun last night, they are officially eliminated from the playoffs. This article has been reproduced in a new format and may be missing content or contain faulty links. ” “Not sure what just happened but this guy and his buddy, who was wearing a red ‘fur’ just got kicked out of the game. 11-5 Pacers start to the 3Q and Unseld calls timeout. ConversationEric Thibault said Kristi Toliver is just sore and with it being a back to back, decided to give her a rest. #wnba. Benzan a team-high 12. 21 points in under 16 mins. Another significant move in terms of travel. With a focus on local sports in the Washington,. And said that's the advantage of homecourt. Lynx win 80-78. It’s not mandatory. Those are the first 3 possessions of the half. Not sure how far they got, but there was definitely interest. See new TweetsAliyah Boston says she hasn’t made a decision as far as the #WNBA draft. I’m just worried about the guys that are here. Face-up jumper. ”“Mystics first injury report officially lists Alysha Clark (foot) as out for tomorrow's season opener, as expected. #wnba” See new Tweets. Including her, Mystics will have just 8 players available tonight. ”“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”“Back and forth we go. C. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. #wnba”We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. ConversationSee new Tweets. It's the largest margin of victory over a Top 10 team in program history, surpassing a 27-point win over No. “FGCU at the mic. But leading 72-55 at the end of 3Q. They're being careful with her early. #wnba”Kareem Copeland. And Atkins hasn’t participated during the portion open to media. “Mike Thibault says Elena Delle Donne will have a scheduled off day vs the Sun on Saturday. “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. Wizards were 13 for 17 from the field and 7 for 9 from behind the arc. 14 for Washington. “Mystics-Fever at Indiana Farmers Coliseum tonight instead of the Fieldhouse downtown. Players told Jackson security pushed him away and eventually had to tackle him. She can go up to 22. #wnba. Starting Monday she flew DC to LA, LA to NY, NY to Vegas. #WNBA” “Mystics have waived Stephanie Mavunga and Linnae Harper. That includes Amanda Zahui B (as expected), Li Meng and Tianna Hawkins. #NCAAWBB #MarchMadness”“This is my old-man-yells-at-cloud pet peeve: lack of fastbreak execution. 14 Nov 2021RT @BobbyBancroft: Georgetown up 74-71 with just over four minutes left. Scheduled off day for Delle Donne, nothing new. Kareem Copeland @kareemcopeland Mystics are adding another hardship contract: Cyesha Goree. com with subject. 25 Jun 2023 18:57:10See new Tweets. Halftime: No. 6 turnovers for Stanford. We just know she limped off the court and straight to the locker room. — Kareem Copeland (@kareemcopeland) October 18, 2023 Nevertheless, coach Becky Hammon never gave up hope, announcing that she would be back with her. However, there could be some waiver-wire work, like all teams, still after all rosters are turned in at 5 p. 25 Jun 2023 18:57:10 See new Tweets. Defense dictating early on both sides. Team heads out later today with another practice tomorrow in Seattle. 01 May 2023 15:05:18“Geno Auriemma just compared Aari McDonald to Allen Iverson. But that's why the Storm can win a title. #WNBA”Natasha Cloud will be a late addition to the injury report. Clark finding a little space early, including one from DEEPSee new Tweets. #ncaawbb #MarchMadness”See new Tweets. The other roster news: Kristi Toliver will be out two weeks with a foot issue. “Rui Machida still running the top group with Natasha Cloud out. 1 percent and had just 3 TOs after having 10 in 1Q. Thibault said if Alysha Clark is out more than the weekend they could apply for a hardship. @copelandbc. No one else is listed. Sparks announce they’ve traded Amanda Zahui B. #WNBA” “W/the Sparks loss to the Sun last night, they are officially eliminated from the playoffs. Happy to get good work in today. Nov 16, 2023. Knew there’d be these moments this year. No. Burke just finished her season in Spain and won’t be available for about a week, though. #wnbaNo coaching this year, so Mike Thibault doesn’t have to talk to us today. #NCAAWBB MarchMadness”“Just want to take a second and say thanks for all the love this morning. 12 overall pick. #wnba” “The commish Cathy Engelbert had her shoe game going early this morning. com and covered the Packers from 2010 to 2013 for the Green Bay Press-Gazette, an assignment that included the Packers’ Super Bowl run in 2011. #wnba”And that's it. She’s not practicing and some nerve pain has flared up as a byproduct of the back problem. 6 percent and 1 for 7 from behind the arc. Big 2Q for Cloud and leads the Mystics with 12 points. #WNBA”“Abby Meyers fouls out with 7:17 left and the Terps down 14. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. Just spent the majority of this timeout getting calmed down by assistant coach Kaitlynn Fratz. Tianna Hawkins has been the only one that has truly played well tonight. #WNBA”See new Tweets. 8 Maryland 30. ”“Brittney Sykes up to 16 first-half points. Renovations for the Fieldhouse, apparently. That pick comes via Atlanta from trading the No. Ariel Atkins carried off the court. “Uh-oh. . Las Vegas is the WNBA’s first back-to-back champion in more than 20 years, rallying from a halftime deficit to win its second consecutive title in New York despite missing two key players to injury.