Rayan Rupert Talks Sister Iliana Being Drafted by Golden State Valkyries
The WNBA's newest expansion team took Rupert's sister, who played for the French national team in this summer's Paris Olympics.
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WNBA Mini-Mailbag: Next Steps for Portland's New Expansion Team
Discussing when the Bhathals will hire staff and how the new team's roster will be put together ahead of their 2026 debut.
Portland's Delayed WNBA Expansion Was a Blessing in Disguise
It took a year too long, but Portland found the right ownership group for its new basketball team.
Sources: Bhathal Family Lands Portland WNBA Expansion Team
The family, which owns the NWSL's Portland Thorns, will announce on Sept. 18 that women's professional basketball is returning to Portland in 2026.
Cathy Engelbert: WNBA Expansion News Expected 'In the Coming Months'
Despite the effort falling through last year, Portland continues to be one of the cities vying for an expansion team.
WNBA-to-Portland Efforts Still Alive, But Obstacles Remain
After a planned expansion team fell through last year, there is interest from two prospective ownership groups in bringing women's professional basketball back to Portland.
WNBA's Plans for Portland Expansion Team Fall Through
Commissioner Cathy Engelbert has deferred Portland's bid over arena renovation concerns.