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Last updated: July 1, 2026, 5:31 AM ET

WNBA

The New York Liberty secured their second consecutive WNBA Commissioner's Cup title, defeating the Las Vegas Aces 93-85. Sabrina Ionescu led the Liberty with 26 points, while Breanna Stewart contributed, making them the first team to win the cup twice. This victory follows a yearlong saga for the franchise, with the club's performance creating enormous ripple effects across the league. In other free agency news, four players, including Nelson-Ododa and Leite, are highlighted as potential additions to fantasy basketball lineups this week.

NBA

Free agent forward Dean Wade has agreed to a four-year, $39 million deal with the Philadelphia 76ers, sources told ESPN. This move comes as veteran LeBron James, prepares to leave the LA Lakers to continue his career elsewhere, with the Golden State Warriors reportedly targeting him.

Tennis & Golf

Marcus Willis, once a cult hero for his improbable Wimbledon run against Roger Federer, is back at the All England Club 10 years later. He stated that the match against Federer, while life-changing, does not define him. A tennis trivia challenge is also available, asking players to guess the player in as few attempts as possible.

Boxing

British heavyweight Moses Itauma has been ordered to begin talks with Cuba's Frank Sanchez regarding a potential fight for the IBF heavyweight title. The title was recently vacated by Oleksandr Usyk.

Soccer

USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino described Wednesday's round-of-32 match against Bosnia-Herzegovina as akin to "the final of the World Cup" for his team, underscoring the perceived importance of the fixture.

WNBA Player Conduct

Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas reported receiving death threats and racist abuse following an incident involving Indiana Fever's Caitlin Clark. The severity of the backlash highlights the intense scrutiny faced by players in high-profile matchups.