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Smith: A-to-Z rundown of what to expect in 2012-13

The 2012-13 season will end in New Orleans. We start off with an A through Z look at what to expect along the way.

Nov 5 12:29 AM ET | By Michelle Smith

Smith: Fever share championship moment

After the Fever won their first WNBA title Sunday, it seemed like universally beloved Tamika Catchings' moment. But Indiana's championship run was the result of many key moments from Catchings and all her teammates.

Oct 22 1:23 AM ET | By Michelle Smith

Smith: A new day dawns for Augustus, Lynx

After the debacle of Friday night's Game 3, the Minnesota Lynx are determined to wipe the slate clean and move forward. If they win on the Fever's home court Sunday, pivotal Game 5 would be in Minnesota.

Oct 21 8:31 PM ET | By Michelle Smith

Smith: Lynx lose in unfathomable fashion

With Minnesota at one point threatening the record for fewest points scored in a WNBA Finals game, Friday's loss by the defending champs could only be described as unfathomable.

Oct 20 1:09 AM ET | By Michelle Smith

WNBA Finals coaches downplay conflict

Oct 19 5:01 PM ET | By Michelle Smith

Smith: Fever make adjustments in preparation for Game 3

With an injury-depleted roster and rebounding that went missing Wednesday, Indiana now must make adjustments as it prepares to host Game 3.

Oct 19 12:50 AM ET | By Michelle Smith

Smith: Total Access with the Lynx

In the bowels of the Target Center, Lynx players began arriving more than 10 hours before tipoff of Wednesday's Game 2 of the WNBA Finals. Michelle Smith has an inside look at what goes on before the game.

Oct 18 3:50 PM ET | By Michelle Smith

Flag football takes hold in Anchorage

Aiming to come into compliance with Title IX, officials in Alaska were looking for a sport to fill the void. They turned to flag football and since have seen girls flock to the field.

Oct 11 3:28 AM ET | By Michelle Smith

Smith: Steady leadership leads Lynx

Defending WNBA champ Minnesota has gone from the hunter to the hunted. But what hasn't changed -- a steady, talented core -- is the key to winning back-to-back WNBA titles.

Oct 11 1:47 PM ET | By Michelle Smith

Smith: Adair's weight loss keeps WNBA dream alive

Jessica Adair was cut by the Phoenix Mercury because of her weight. That spurred a dramatic weight-loss journey that landed her back in the WNBA, where she's an example for others.

Oct 16 4:44 PM ET | By Michelle Smith

Smith: Parker does all she can, but Lynx oust Sparks

Candace Parker did everything she could to push Minnesota to a third game. But instead of playing for her first WNBA title, the Lynx are still on their quest for a second straight.

Oct 7 11:49 PM ET | By Michelle Smith

Ogwumike, Ross honored as WNBA's top rookie, coach

Oct 7 5:49 PM ET | By Michelle Smith

Smith: Parker, Toliver help Sparks salvage opening win

Kristi Toliver was Robin to Candace Parker's Batman on Thursday as the super duo helped Los Angeles survive San Antonio to win Game 1 of their Western Conference semifinals.

Sep 28 3:24 AM ET | By Michelle Smith

Sparks' Toliver earns most improved award

Oct 6 11:17 PM ET | By Michelle Smith

Smith: Niners' Celek makes brother proud

This week's 53rd man, 49ers rookie Garrett Celek, earned a surprising place in the NFL by emulating his big brother Brent of the Eagles.

Nov 15 12:50 PM ET | By Michelle Smith

WNBA playoffs preview: Indiana vs. Atlanta

Defense will determine an Eastern Conference finals rematch from last season.

Sep 24 10:49 PM ET | By Michelle Smith

WNBA playoffs preview: Minnesota vs. Seattle

Defending champion Minnesota is the favorite in its Western Conference semifinals playoff series with Seattle.

Sep 24 10:42 PM ET | By Michelle Smith

WNBA playoffs preview: Connecticut vs. New York

Connecticut had the upper hand against New York in the regular season, and their first-round playoff series should be more of the same.

Sep 27 10:33 AM ET | By Michelle Smith

WNBA playoffs preview: Los Angeles vs. San Antonio

San Antonio went 3-1 against Los Angeles in the regular season, but while the Sparks are hitting their stride, the Silver Stars cooled considerably this past month.

Sep 27 10:34 AM ET | By Michelle Smith

Smith: Sparks serve warning shot to Lynx

Sep 21 2:45 AM ET | By Michelle Smith

Street Clothes: Cooking a passion for Oakland back Marcel Reece

Oakland Raiders running back Marcel Reece is as comfortable in the kitchen as on the football field. Cooking has become his passion.

Nov 15 12:48 PM ET | By Michelle Smith

Smith: Jackson still settling in for Storm

With only nine games left in the regular season, Seattle looks bound for the playoffs. But Lauren Jackson and the Storm hope to raise their level of play before the postseason arrives.

Sep 6 2:49 PM ET | By Michelle Smith

Smith: Bonner blossoms into Phoenix's go-to star

Phoenix is mired in a 4-19 season, but DeWanna Bonner -- the league's perpetual Sixth Woman of the Year -- has transformed into the team's go-to talent.

Aug 30 12:02 AM ET | By Michelle Smith

Smith: Refocused Liberty make playoff push

After a dismal first half of the season, the refocused and healthier New York Liberty hope to turn things around and reach the playoffs.

Aug 23 3:50 PM ET | By Michelle Smith