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WNBA Resumes After Olympic Break

:The WNBA is set to resume its regular season on Thursday, following a break for the 2024 All-Star Game and the Olympics. As the season restarts, several key matchups and storylines are poised to shape the remainder of the year.

Currently, the New York Liberty leads the league standings, having been the only team to crack 20 wins this season. They are closely followed by the Connecticut Sun, Minnesota Lynx, Seattle Storm, and Las Vegas Aces. The Liberty's strong performance has them at the top, but the competition is fierce as other teams aim to secure their playoff spots.

Individual accolades are also on the line, with A'ja Wilson of the Las Vegas Aces emerging as a frontrunner for the 2024 MVP award. Wilson, a two-time Olympic gold medalist, will be crucial in her team's push for a playoff berth. The Rookie of the Year battle is heating up between Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese, both of whom are making significant impacts on their respective teams.

Thursday's games will be pivotal, with several matchups that could significantly impact the overall standings. The Washington Mystics, who have had a slow start and are currently below the playoff line, will visit the Western Conference-leading Minnesota Lynx. Meanwhile, the LA Sparks will host the league-leading New York Liberty, looking to gain an edge.

Kahleah Copper, an Olympic gold medal game hero and former Chicago Sky player, will return to Chicago for the first time since requesting a trade, adding an emotional layer to the upcoming games.

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