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Last updated: August 2, 2026, 11:31 AM ET

WNBA Trade and Player News

The Los Angeles Sparks have traded five-time All-Star Kelsey Plum to the Phoenix Mercury. The Sparks will receive Monique Akoa Makani, a first-round pick in the 2027 WNBA Draft, and a second-round pick in the 2028 WNBA Draft in the deal. Lynx coach Reeve has reiterated her support for transgender athletes ahead of her team's game against the Indiana Fever. Reeve stated that "every kid has a right to sports." discussions about transgender athletes in the WNBA, Sophie Cunningham has shared her views, prompting others to voice their opinions. Columnist Dan believes the WNBA should refrain from policing the thoughts of its players and fans. Caitlin Clark star player for the Indiana Fever, is noted for having one of the most exciting warmup routines in sports. Jessica Shepard forward, has found a larger role and a team where she feels she fits well in Dallas, after playing for a contender last season.

College Football Commitments

Landen Williams-Callis third-ranked running back prospect in the 2027 recruiting class, has committed to the University of Texas. Williams-Callis, who is also the reigning Gatorade Texas Football Player of the Year, chose the Longhorns over offers from Missouri and Texas A&M.

MLB Trade Deadline Buzz

managers should track the potential fantasy fallout from key deals as the MLB trade deadline approaches on Monday. A unique road trip story from 1996 details how a "weird" idea from "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" led to a memorable MLB ballpark journey involving five friends and jars of players' spit.

International and Commonwealth Games Highlights

Great Britain secured gold medals at the European Rowing Championships in Italy, with Lauren Henry winning the women's single sculls and Benjamin Pritchard claiming victory in the PR1 men's single sculls. Ireland's Adam McKeown and Gary Kelly won Commonwealth Games gold in the men's pairs after a dramatic tiebreak win over England's Nick Brett and Jamie Walker. Gold medallist Kerr has expressed his enjoyment of competing for Scotland at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. England's netball has been eliminated from medal contention at the Commonwealth Games after a 68-50 loss to Australia in their quest for bronze. The coach of the England netball team will "reassess" the team's future following their performance.

Endurance and Motorsports Achievements

Ultra-runner Sophie has set a new record for completing the Via Alpina, one of the world's most challenging endurance routes. Woods covered kilometers across eight countries in just 29 days to break the previous record. World Rally Championship, Elfyn Evans has extended his lead at the top of the standings to 30 points. His Toyota teammate Sami Pajari, won the recent event in Finland.

Professional Wrestling and Fantasy Football

Summer Slam Night featured significant moments, including a "passing of the torch" and the emergence of an unexpected babyface. Brock Lesnar involved in a segment where he appeared to pass the torch to Oba Femi. For fantasy football players preparing for 2026 drafts, Mike Clay offers a position-by-position game plan for a successful approach.