WNBA Community Mourns Champion - LITE

February 23, 2026 | LITE Edition: #198

Hey, Hoophead!

Shock, pride, and bold belief all collided in women’s basketball today. From heartbreaking loss that stopped fans in their tracks, to a legendary coach making a jaw-dropping comparison, to Team USA finally breaking a decades-long dry spell, the headlines hit every emotional note. Before we dive into the details, let’s catch up on the moments, the voices, and the stories that had the basketball world buzzing from morning to night.

WNBA Community Mourns Kara Braxton
“RIP”: Basketball World Mourns 2x WNBA Champion's Death
The WNBA community is sending their condolences after the passing of Kara Braxton, leaving fans and former teammates heartbroken.



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Did you know Kara Braxton was also a highly successful overseas player? Beyond her 10-season WNBA run and two championships, she won multiple titles and was named MVP while playing in China’s professional league and competed for top European clubs, showing her impact stretched well beyond U.S. Though she is no longer with us, her legacy lives on through the championships she won and the lives she touched.


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