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Portland Fire Prepares for Crucial 2026 Expansion Draft

1/8/2026

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The Portland Fire, a revived WNBA team, will participate in its second expansion draft in 2026.
The 2000 WNBA Expansion Draft included notable players such as Alisa Burras and Sophia Witherspoon.
Alisa Burras ranks high in franchise history for points and rebounds.
Sophia Witherspoon is the all-time leader in three-point field goals.
The draft results set the stage for the team's future.

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Story summary

The Portland Fire, a revived WNBA team, will participate in its second expansion draft in 2026.
The 2000 WNBA Expansion Draft included notable players such as Alisa Burras and Sophia Witherspoon.
Alisa Burras ranks high in franchise history for points and rebounds.
Sophia Witherspoon is the all-time leader in three-point field goals.
The draft results set the stage for the team's future.