Dallas Wings Sign Reigning Co-Defensive Player of the Year Alanna Smith

April 11, 2026 - Arlington, TX - The Dallas Wings have signed reigning WNBA Co-Defensive Player of the Year Alanna Smith to a multi-year agreement, the team announced today. "Alanna Smith was our top target going into free agency after her outstanding 2025 season," said Dallas Wings Executive Vice President and General Manager Curt Miller. "As the reigning Co-Defensive Player of the Year, she is one of the top two-way players in the WNBA who consistently impacts both sides of the ball. From a defensive standpoint, Alanna gives our coachin... Full Story

Arike Ogunbowale Re-Signs with the Dallas Wings

April 11, 2026 - Arlington, TX - The Dallas Wings have re-signed veteran guard and Dallas Wings franchise scoring leader Arike Ogunbowale, the team announced today. "We are so excited that Arike has chosen to return to Dallas and build upon her great legacy here," said Wings Executive Vice President and General Manager Curt Miller. "We understand the unique opportunity we have in being able to welcome back our franchise's all-time leading scorer, and we are so grateful for Arike's loyalty to the Dallas Wings. Her commitment to the Wings a... Full Story

Chicago Sky Re-Sign Elizabeth Williams

April 11, 2026 - CHICAGO - The Sky officially re-signed center Elizabeth Williams, the team announced today. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed. "After an inspiring return last season, E-Will continues to be one of the elite defenders and shot-blockers of our league," General Manager Jeff Pagliocca said. "Her re-signing is a testament to her loyalty. She is an outstanding leader and person to have on this team" The Sky originally signed Williams in February 2023. She signed an extension in September 2024 and has appe... Full Story

Chicago Sky Re-Sign Rachel Banham

April 11, 2026 - CHICAGO - The Sky officially re-signed guard Rachel Banham, the team announced today. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed. "Rachel had one of the all-time great shooting seasons for the Sky last year," General Manager Jeff Pagliocca said. "We're ready to get back to work with a competitive, high-character individual." The Sky acquired Banham at the 2025 trade deadline, and she has averaged 8.4 points since joining the team. This past year with the Sky, Banham averaged career highs of 9.0 points, 2.7 a... Full Story

• Dallas Wings Sign Reigning Co-Defensive Player of the Year Alanna Smith - Dallas Wings (WNBA) April 11
• Arike Ogunbowale Re-Signs with the Dallas Wings - Dallas Wings (WNBA) April 11
• Chicago Sky Re-Sign Elizabeth Williams - Chicago Sky (WNBA) April 11
• Chicago Sky Re-Sign Rachel Banham - Chicago Sky (WNBA) April 11
• Hayden Gray Earns NBA Call-Up with Utah Jazz - Maine Celtics (G League) April 11
• Golden State Valkyries Re-Sign Guard Veronica Burton to Multi-Year Contract - Golden State Valkyries (WNBA) April 11
• Indiana Fever Bolster Roster with Addition of Forward Monique Billings - Indiana Fever (WNBA) April 11
• Nashville's New Home Team: UPSHOT Nashville Launch Signals a Generational Shift in Women's Sports - Nashville (UPSHOT) April 11
• New Addition Billings Felt "Wanted and Valued" in Indiana - Indiana Fever (WNBA) April 11
• Portland Fire Signs Guard Karlie Samuelson - Portland Fire (WNBA) April 11
• Awak Kuier Returns to the Dallas Wings - Dallas Wings (WNBA) April 11
• Connecticut Sun Re-Sign Olivia Nelson-Ododa - Connecticut Sun (WNBA) April 11
• Zia Cooke and Mackenzie Holmes Return to the Storm - Seattle Storm (WNBA) April 11
• Atlanta Dream Re-Sign Allisha Gray, Brionna Jones, Jordin Canada, Naz Hillmon and Rhyne Howard - Atlanta Dream (WNBA) April 11
• Fire Sign Forward Bridget Carleton - Portland Fire (WNBA) April 11
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