Bridget Carleton - WNBA News, Rumors, & Updates

The Fire's first WNBA season saw success despite no playoff berth

The Portland Fire started the season with a nickname that recalled the past but with a modern coach and general manager who shared a somewhat unconventional approach

SEPTEMBER 23 • Associated Press

Golden State Valkyries vs. Portland Fire | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | September 22, 2026

SEPTEMBER 23 • YOUTUBE

Leite has big baskets in overtime as the Fire end the season with a 90-82 win over the Valkyries

Carla Leite made the tiebreaking basket with 1:57 left in overtime and then converted a three-point play with 26.5 seconds to play as the Portland Fire ended the season with a 90-8...

SEPTEMBER 23 • Associated Press

Ties career high in season finale Carleton contributed 26 points (9-21 FG, 5-14 3Pt, 3-3 FT), three rebounds, two steals and one assist across 40 minutes in Tuesday's 90-82 overtime win over Golden State.

Impact Carleton returned from a three-game absence due to an ankle injury to suit up for Portland's season finale. The 29-year-old erupted for a game-high 26 points, matching her career high, which she reached a total of three times this season. She also led the Fire with a game-high-tying two steals. Over 40 regular-season appearances in her first year with the Fire, Carleton averaged 14.6 points, 4.5 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 1.6 steals per contest.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Tuesday Carleton (ankle) is available for Tuesday's game against the Valkyries.

Impact Carleton missed Portland's last three contests but will be back on the floor for the Fire's final game of the 2026 campaign. In two meetings against Golden State this season, the 29-year-old is averaging 11.0 points and 4.0 rebounds over 30.1 minutes per game.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Tuesday Carleton (ankle) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against Golden State.

Impact Carleton is in jeopardy of missing a fourth consecutive contest due to a left ankle injury. If the 29-year-old forward is ultimately ruled out for Portland's season finale, Amy Okonkwo, Frieda Buhner and Nyadiew Puoch would all be candidates for increased playing time.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Portland faces Golden State, looks to stop 4-game skid

Portland looks to end its four-game losing streak when the Portland Fire take on Golden State

SEPTEMBER 21 • Associated Press

Ogwumike becomes 4th player in WNBA history with 8,000 points as the Sparks beat the Fire 105-84

Nneka Ogwumike had 20 points, 12 rebounds and five assists to help the Los Angeles Sparks beat the Portland Fire 105-84 on Sunday night

SEPTEMBER 21 • Associated Press

Won't play Sunday Carleton (ankle) is out for Sunday's game against the Sparks.

Impact Carleton will miss a third consecutive game due to a left ankle injury. Amy Okonkwo and Nyadiew Puoch are candidates for more minutes in her absence.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable against Sparks Carleton (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus the Sparks.

Impact Carleton has missed Portland's last two games because of an ankle injury. If Carleton is ruled out against Los Angeles, Amy Okonkwo and Nyadiew Puoch are candidates for more minutes.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Portland takes on Los Angeles, seeks to halt 3-game slide

Portland looks to end its three-game skid when the Fire play Los Angeles

SEPTEMBER 19 • Associated Press

Listed out for Friday Carleton (ankle) is out for Friday's game against the Valkyries.

Impact Carleton will miss her second game in a row following her return from the World Cup. The Fire may proceed with caution for the final pair of games after this contest.

SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Golden State hosts Portland, looks for 30th victory of season

Golden State will try to earn its 30th win of the season when the Valkyries host the Portland Fire

SEPTEMBER 18 • Associated Press

Ciezki has 22 points in the Mercury's 94-91 victory over the Fire

Shay Ciezki had 22 points off the bench and the Phoenix Mercury rallied in the fourth quarter for a 94-91 victory over the Portland Fire on Thursday night in the teams’ first game...

SEPTEMBER 18 • Associated Press

Won't play Thursday Carleton (ankle) is listed as out for Thursday's game versus Phoenix.

Impact Carleton has missed a few practice sessions of late due to an ankle injury. Her next opportunity to play will come Friday versus Golden State. In the meantime, Amy Okonkwo, Frieda Buhner and Nyadiew Puoch are candidates for more minutes against the Mercury.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Portland plays Phoenix on 3-game home skid

Portland heads into a matchup against Phoenix as losers of three home games in a row

SEPTEMBER 16 • Associated Press

Dealing with ankle injury Carleton didn't practice Monday or Tuesday due to an ankle injury, though head coach Alex Sarama said she'll practice Wednesday before a decision is made on her status for Thursday...

Impact Carleton is in danger of missing Portland's first game after the FIBA World Cup break, which also happens to be the front end of a back-to-back set. If the 29-year-old forward is not cleared to play, Nyadiew Puoch, Amy Okonkwo and Frieda Buhner would all be candidates for increased playing time. The Fire are expected to provide an update on Carleton's status by Wednesday night.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Inefficient 11 points in loss Carleton accumulated 11 points (3-11 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 3-3 FT) and five rebounds across 30 minutes during Sunday's 86-69 loss to Golden State.

Impact Despite Sunday's shaky shooting, Carleton continues to deliver her most productive campaign in her first year with the Fire. She'll finish the month of August with averages of 14.7 points, 6.2 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 1.5 steals in 31.3 minutes per game over 11 appearances.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Tiffany Hayes scores 18, Kayla Thornton 17 for Valkyries in 86-69 win over Fire

Tiffany Hayes scored 18 points, Kayla Thornton added 17 and the Golden State Valkyries beat the Portland Fire 86-69 on Sunday in their final game before the FIBA World Cup break

AUGUST 31 • Associated Press

Grabs six boards Friday Carleton supplied four points (1-6 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, three assists and two steals across 33 minutes during Friday's 101-83 win over the Dream.

Impact After scoring 14-plus points in each of her previous three appearances, Carleton struggled mightily with efficiency Friday. She was still able to contribute in other areas, as she tied for the team lead in rebounds while tallying multiple steals for a third straight game. Over her last five outings, Carleton has averaged 12.6 points, 4.2 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 2.2 steals in 32.8 minutes per tilt.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Zandalasini leads Golden State against Portland after 20-point performance

Golden State takes on the Portland Fire after Cecilia Zandalasini scored 20 points in the Valkyries' 79-60 win over the New York Liberty

AUGUST 29 • Associated Press

Portland faces Atlanta, looks to halt 3-game skid

Portland aims to break its three-game skid with a victory against Atlanta

AUGUST 27 • Associated Press

Wings beat the Fire 96-78 to clinch the final WNBA playoff spot

Paige Bueckers had 22 points and 11 assists, Jessica Shepard added 21 points, nine rebounds and six assists, and the Dallas Wings beat the Portland Fire 96-78 to clinch the final W...

AUGUST 26 • Associated Press

Records five steals Carleton ended with 18 points (8-14 FG, 2-7 3Pt), four rebounds, five assists and five steals in 36 minutes during Sunday's 105-100 loss to the Mystics.

Impact Carleton recorded a season-high five steals, but the Fire dropped their second game in a row. Carleton is having a career year with her new team, posting averages of 14.7 points, 4.5 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 1.6 steals.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Dallas hosts Portland after Bueckers' 32-point game

Dallas hosts the Portland Fire after Paige Bueckers scored 32 points in the Dallas Wings' 92-70 win over the Seattle Storm

AUGUST 24 • Associated Press

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