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The 2026 WNBA Finals are tied 1-1, and the Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries have given us two very different games! After Gabby Williams led Golden State to a gritty Game 1 victory, Angel Reese responded with a historic 30-point, 16-rebound performance to deliver Atlanta's first-ever WNBA Finals win.

Jordan Robinson is joined by Autumn Johnson to break down the biggest takeaways from Games 1 and 2, examining each team's strengths, weaknesses and adjustments heading into Game 3.

Can Natalie Nakase and the Valkyries solve their third-quarter offensive struggles? Will Golden State's defense and bench depth be enough to overcome Atlanta's star power? Can Reese maintain her dominance, and what will it take for Rhyne Howard, Allisha Gray and the rest of the Dream to secure their first championship?

Plus, the biggest stories from around the WNBA and so much more on The Women's Hoops Show!

The Golden State Valkyries are heading to the 2026 WNBA Finals in just their second season!

After sweeping A'ja Wilson and the defending champion Las Vegas Aces, can Natalie Nakase’s defense-first squad finish the job and bring a championship to the Bay Area?

ESPN’s Kendra Andrews joins Jordan Robinson to break down Golden State's historic sweep and what went wrong for Becky Hammon's Aces.

Then, in Hoop Roots we explore how Golden State Warriors owner Joe Lacob built a WNBA contender seemingly overnight.

Plus, we’re diving into a complete 2026 WNBA Finals preview featuring Gabby Williams, Angel Reese, and the Atlanta Dream!

The Atlanta Dream are headed to the 2026 WNBA Finals for the first time since 2013!

On this episode of @TheWomensHoopsShow, Jordan Robinson and Autumn Johnson break down Atlanta’s shocking sweep of Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ionescu, and the New York Liberty. We dive into New York's offseason questions, Chris DeMarco's uncertain future, and honor Rebecca Allen following her retirement after 11 WNBA seasons.

Then, in Hoop Roots, we look back at Atlanta's Finals history (2010, 2011, 2013) from Angel McCoughtry to Angel Reese, and preview their upcoming matchup against the Golden State Valkyries! Could this finally be Atlanta's year?

The Golden State Valkyries and Atlanta Dream are both one win away from the WNBA Finals after taking commanding 2-0 leads in the semifinals! Jordan Robinson and WNBA legend Sheryl Swoopes break down the action, including Tiffany Hayes' 21-point performance off the bench and Veronica Burton's clutch three-pointer that put the defending champion Las Vegas Aces on the brink of elimination. Can A'ja Wilson and the Aces make history with a comeback?

Meanwhile, Angel Reese and Jordin Canada lead the Atlanta Dream to a thrilling overtime victory against the New York Liberty, but a controversial reset timeout has Breanna Stewart and the officials at odds. Did the Liberty get a fair shot at tying the game?

Plus, A'ja Wilson makes WNBA history by winning her record fifth MVP award and becoming the first player to win three straight.

We discuss all of that, what to expect from Game 3 and which teams could ultimately meet in the WNBA Finals!

Angel Reese makes history as DPOY, the WNBA semifinals deliver massive Game 1 shockers, and free agency drama is already brewing!

In this episode of The Women's Hoops Show, we break down a wild first round of the WNBA playoffs including:

🐾 No. 1 Minnesota Lynx making history for all the wrong reasons against the New York Liberty

💥 Arike Ogunbowale's historic 45-point explosion

🥵 Indiana Fever's high-powered offense falling to A’ja Wilson and the Las Vegas Aces

Plus, we celebrate the 2026 award winners:

🌟Jessica Shepard winning Most Improved Player

🌟Janelle Salaün first unanimous Sixth Player of the Year

🌟Angel Reese making Atlanta Dream history by winning Defensive Player of the Year

And, we examine Kelsey Mitchell's upcoming free agency, and project where these unpredictable semifinal series are headed!

The No. 1 seed Minnesota Lynx are already on the brink of elimination!

Breanna Stewart and the New York Liberty delivered a shocking Game 1 upset, spoiling a milestone week where Olivia Miles was unanimously named WNBA Rookie of the Year and Cheryl Reeve won her record 5th Coach of the Year award.

Join Jordan Robinson and Autumn Johnson on The Women's Hoops Show as they break down everything we learned from the opening games of the playoffs, including:

🏀 A’ja Wilson’s 38-point takeover against Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever

🏀 Atlanta’s defensive dominance over Washington

🏀 Golden State’s blowout win over Paige Bueckers and the Dallas Wings

Plus, we dig into the latest WNBA awards, and which teams are in the most trouble heading into Game 2.

The WNBA playoff field is officially set, but the bracket is in complete chaos! Hall of Famer Sheryl Swoopes joins Jordan Robinson on The Women’s Hoops Show to break down the tight seeding battles entering the postseason. We analyze Minnesota and Golden State battling for the #1 seed, Atlanta and New York fighting for home-court advantage, and the wild race between Indiana, Washington, and Dallas.

Plus, we turn to the teams heading into the offseason to ask: what comes next? We break down the LA Sparks under GM Ariana Andonian, Portland and Toronto building for Year 2, Connecticut’s transition to Houston, and what a tough season in Seattle revealed about Flau'jae Johnson, Dominique Malonga, and the Storm's future. Stick around for a look ahead to the 2027 WNBA Draft and the sweepstakes for JuJu Watkins!

Team USA is back on top of the basketball world after defeating France 97-79 to win its fifth straight FIBA Women’s World Cup and 12th gold medal overall. We break down how the Americans erased a 14-point deficit, the veteran performances from Breanna Stewart, Jackie Young and Chelsea Gray, Caitlin Clark’s momentum-changing moments off the bench and the second-half adjustments that ultimately overwhelmed France.

Then, attention turns immediately back to the WNBA for what could be the most consequential week of the regular season. The eight playoff teams are set, but almost everything else remains up for grabs. With just four games remaining, seeds 3 through 8 are separated by only three games, home-court advantage is still on the line and a handful of head-to-head matchups could completely reshape the playoff bracket. We look at the biggest games, tiebreakers and questions facing every contender as the postseason approaches.

Plus, Napheesa Collier is finally back in the Lynx lineup. Minnesota was already one of the WNBA’s best teams without her, so does adding an MVP-caliber player make the Lynx the clear championship favorite—or will they have to prove they can finally turn regular-season dominance into a title?

Cathy Engelbert is stepping down as WNBA Commissioner at the end of 2026, closing the book on one of the most consequential—and complicated—tenures in league history. We break down the massive growth the WNBA experienced under her leadership, from soaring franchise valuations and expansion to new media rights, charter flights and transformational player salaries, while also examining the strained player relationships, controversies and criticism that came to define the latter part of her tenure.

Then we head to Berlin for the FIBA Women’s World Cup, where Team USA gave everyone a scare with a 55-52 win over Italy before responding in a big way with a dominant 105-64 victory over Czechia. We discuss what went wrong against Italy, what changed against Czechia, the impact of Breanna Stewart, Napheesa Collier, Jackie Young, Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark, and whether France may be emerging as Team USA’s biggest threat heading into the knockout rounds.

Plus, Jordan Robinson sits down with basketball officiating legend Violet Palmer, the first woman to referee an NBA regular-season game. Palmer talks about breaking barriers, what fans misunderstand about officiating, handling players and coaches, how referees are trained and evaluated, the growing role of replay and technology, freedom of movement, and what it takes to make calls at the highest level of basketball.

The 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup is officially here, and we’re breaking down everything you need to know before play tips off in Berlin!

Team USA enters as the heavy favorite, but they’ll do so without A’ja Wilson. What does her absence mean for the Americans, and what should we expect as Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers, Angel Reese and several other stars make their World Cup debuts? We preview Team USA’s roster and chances, the biggest international contenders, and the WNBA players representing countries around the world.

Plus, last episode we left DeWanna Bonner’s future as a cliffhanger. Now we know: she’s officially an Atlanta Dream player. Our own Autumn Johnson caught up with Bonner as she begins the next chapter of her career.

We’ll also explain why the WNBA is pausing its season for the World Cup, which teams could be helped or hurt most by the break, and what it could mean for the playoff race when the league returns.

WNBA legend Nneka Ogwumike has officially announced she will retire at the end of the 2026 season. We break down the former MVP's incredible 15-year career, her championship legacy, and her transformative decade as WNBPA president.

Plus, we celebrate the 2026 WNBA Hall of Fame class! Jordan Robinson and Sheryl Swoopes reflect on the inductees Candace Parker, Elena Delle Donne, Chamique Holdsclaw, and the legendary 1996 U.S. Olympic team.

Finally, we dive into DeWanna Bonner's buyout with the Phoenix Mercury and debate the hottest WNBA award races: Can Olivia Miles or Caitlin Clark make a late push to steal the MVP from A'ja Wilson?

Diana Taurasi’s No. 3 is officially in the rafters in Phoenix. Plus, Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever keep stacking wins as the 2026 WNBA Playoffs approach!

In this episode, we break down Taurasi’s emotional jersey retirement, the Mercury’s concerning loss to Portland, and the growing risks around the Kelsey Plum trade now that she is injured and heading into free agency.

Then, we shift to the hottest teams in the league:

🌡️ Indiana Fever are surging at the perfect time behind the unstoppable duo of Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell.

🐱 Minnesota Lynx continue to strengthen their grip on the No. 1 seed after a massive win over A'ja Wilson and the Las Vegas Aces.

Finally, we look at the complete WNBA playoff picture, strength of schedule, and the biggest questions facing title contenders as the regular season winds down.

Rivals Week is underway, and the WNBA gave us plenty to talk about. Chelsea Gray hit TWO buzzer-beating threes to stun Caitlin Clark and the Fever, DiJonai Carrington’s ejection against Sophie Cunningham sparked controversy, and Kayla McBride set a WNBA record with 10 three-pointers.

Jordan Robinson and Bria Hartley also break down the Liberty’s 40-point win over an Aces team resting its stars and then have some fun with the rivalries the WNBA may not officially recognize, like Jose Fernandez vs. accountability after the Wings coach publicly challenged his players during Dallas’ recent slide.

Finally, it’s time to give the Washington Mystics their flowers. The young Mystics have gone from rebuilding team to one of the hottest squads in the league. We examine what’s driving their surge, the addition of Betnijah Laney-Hamilton, Shakira Austin’s breakout stretch, and whether Washington should now be considered a legitimate dark-horse championship contender.

The WNBA Trade Deadline just shook up the league! Kelsey Plum is officially heading to the Phoenix Mercury in a blockbuster move that signals a massive shift for both Phoenix and the Los Angeles Sparks.

Welcome back to The Women’s Hoops Show! In this episode, we break down all the biggest moves and storylines from a wild WNBA trade deadline.

Here is what we analyze this week:

☄️Phoenix Mercury's Masterplan: Why the Mercury pushed all their chips in to land Kelsey Plum

⚡LA Sparks Reset: Why Los Angeles is officially entering a full-scale rebuild

🇨🇦 Toronto Tempo's Big Move: Why the WNBA's newest expansion team acquiring Aneesah Morrow might quietly be the smartest acquisition of the season

Plus, we debut a brand-new edition of Hoop Roots! We look back at the biggest midseason trades in WNBA history before doing a deep dive into the Los Angeles Sparks. How did one of the league's flagship franchises become its biggest cautionary tale? We track their championship rise and their recent decline.

Finally, we recap the week’s best WNBA highlights:

🏆 Olivia Miles' massive Rookie of the Year (ROY) push for the Minnesota Lynx

🏀 Sydney Taylor's clutch game-winner against the Las Vegas Aces

🌟 Why we need to stop taking A'ja Wilson's historic greatness for granted

WNBA All-Star Weekend in Chicago delivered history, emotion, and record-breaking performances at every turn! In this episode of The Women's Hoops Show, Jordan Robinson and Autumn Johnson break down an unforgettable weekend at Wintrust Arena.

We dive deep into Dallas Wings star Azzi Fudd catching fire to become the first rookie ever to win the WNBA 3-Point Contest, and examine how Jonquel Jones’ All-Star MVP trophy caps off one of the most complete and unique résumés in league history. We also unpack Caitlin Clark’s first true WNBA All-Star Game experience, celebrate Dominique Malonga’s historic dunk, and honor Nneka Ogwumike as she takes the crown as the WNBA’s all-time All-Star leading scorer. Plus, we break down why the brand-new Shooting Stars competition was an instant hit for fans and players alike.

Beyond the court, Jordan takes you behind the scenes with exclusive stories from hosting the Orange Carpet. Finally, we tackle the growing business and leadership questions in the league, examining what the future holds for WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert amidst the league's explosive, record-setting growth.

Topics Covered in This Episode

🏀 Azzi Fudd wins the 3-Point Contest

🏀 Team Washington (Elena Delle Donne, Shakira Austin, and Jezelle "GG" Banks) win Shooting Stars Challenge

🏀 Jonquel Jones' historic MVP performance

🏀 Caitlin Clark's All-Star Weekend

🏀 Dominique Malonga's historic dunk

🏀 Nneka Ogwumike's scoring record

🏀 Cathy Engelbert's future as commissioner

🏀 StudBudz's live stream best moments

🏀 Winners, losers and biggest takeaways from All-Star Weekend

The WNBA is heading into the 2026 All-Star Weekend in Chicago with incredible basketball matchups…and major off-court controversy.

Jordan Robinson and Sheryl Swoopes break down the biggest stories surrounding the league, starting with Sandy Brondello’s one-game suspension following her "protected species" comments regarding Atlanta Dream star Angel Reese. Plus, we discuss the unprecedented involvement of members of Congress regarding Caitlin Clark and player safety, keeping the conversation grounded in nuance and accountability.

Then, it’s all about the basketball!

We recap an amazing week of hoops that included:

💥Nneka Ogwumike making history as the Los Angeles Sparks' all-time leading scorer by passing Lisa Leslie

💥Olivia Miles leading the Minnesota Lynx on a massive winning streak

💥New York Liberty's thrilling overtime victory against the Dallas Wings

Finally, we preview the highly anticipated 2026 WNBA All-Star Game: Team Coop vs. Team Spoon!

We break down the legendary rosters drafted by Cynthia Cooper and Teresa Weatherspoon, debate the biggest All-Star snubs, and predict the winners of the Three-Point Contest and the brand-new individual competitions.

🏀 Topics covered:

-Sandy Brondello's comments about Angel Reese

-Congress gets involved over Caitlin Clark

-The WNBA's biggest off-court controversies

-Nneka Ogwumike passes Lisa Leslie

-Olivia Miles and the Lynx keep rolling

-Liberty outlast Wings in overtime

-WNBA All-Star roster breakdown

-Biggest All-Star snubs

-Three-Point Contest predictions

-WNBA All-Star individual competitions

-What to watch during All-Star Weekend

👇 DROP A COMMENT: Who wins the All-Star Game:Team Coop or Team Spoon? And who was the biggest All-Star snub?

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This week on The Women's Hoops Show, former WNBA player Bria Hartley joins to break down one of the biggest stories of the WNBA season as the Las Vegas Aces waive Chennedy Carter just months after she looked like an early Sixth Player of the Year candidate. Was it about production, role acceptance, locker-room fit, or something else?

We also dive into the controversy surrounding Caitlin Clark finishing 11th among guards in the WNBA All-Star player vote—even as she became the fastest player in league history to reach 600 career assists. We'll explain how the voting actually works, why the headline has been misunderstood, and whether the criticism of the process is justified.

Plus:

-The Liberty's shoe-toss controversy and officiating debate

-Toronto sets a WNBA regular-season attendance record

-The Aces' historic 48-point win—and their 34-point loss to Indiana two days later

-Which teams most need the upcoming All-Star break

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The New York Liberty are Commissioner's Cup champions, but what did the win really reveal about the championship race? We break down Sabrina Ionescu's breakout performance, the Las Vegas Aces' fight without A'ja Wilson, and what both teams learned heading into the second half of the season.

We also discuss the latest injury updates, including Napheesa "Phee" Collier's encouraging return to practice and what her comeback could mean for the Minnesota Lynx, along with Atlanta's growing need to get Bri Jones back on the floor.

Then we spotlight several under-the-radar players making a major impact this season, including Pauline Astier, Rebekah Gardner, Natasha Howard, Awak Kuier, NaLyssa Smith, and Kaila Charles.

Finally, we dive into one of the biggest stories in the WNBA: Skylar Diggins' public reaction after being moved to the bench and the latest questions surrounding the Chicago Sky organization. We wrap up with Unrivaled's newest signings and a look ahead at this week's marquee matchups.

Women’s basketball legend Taj McWilliams-Franklin joins The Women's Hoops Show LIVE from the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame! From dominating the ABL and WNBA to her current role as Vice President of Basketball Operations for the Upshot League, Taj has been at the center of the game for nearly three decades.

In this exclusive interview, the multi-time WNBA Champion reflects on her legendary career, winning championships with the Detroit Shock and Minnesota Lynx, and she shares untold stories and leadership lessons from basketball icons like Dawn Staley, Cheryl Reeve, Lisa Leslie, and Lauren Jackson.

Whether you're a day-one WNBA fan or new to women's basketball, Taj offers a masterclass on what it takes to win and where the game is heading next.

What We Cover in This Episode:

🏀 The Hall of Fame Journey: Reflecting on a 3-decade career from the ABL to the WNBA.

🏆 Championship DNA: Why team chemistry matters more than raw talent.

👑 Legends of the Game: Lessons learned from Dawn Staley, Cheryl Reeve, Lisa Leslie, and Lauren Jackson.

🔮 The Future of Women's Hoops: How the Upshot League is creating new professional opportunities for athletes.

🌟 Today's WNBA Stars: Taj’s honest thoughts on A'ja Wilson, Breanna Stewart, Olivia Miles, and the current state of the league.

This weekend ESPN commemorated the 30th anniversary of the inaugural WNBA game, running it back with the Sparks vs. the Liberty. Nneka Ogwumike’s winning 3-pointer wasn’t just a buzzer beater–it was bigger than the moment, and we break down how it symbolizes the evolution of WNBA history.

Next, we reminisce on our highlights in one of the best-matched Commissioner’s Cups yet: Caitlin Clark's dagger over the Mystics, Sonia Citron's incredible game-winner, and Olivia Miles' huge effort against the Aces are top of mind. With the Liberty’s wobbles figuring out their lineup, do the Aces have an edge in the final?

Plus, Autumn Johnson and Jordan Robinson fangirl out in some recent WNBA highlights.

In this episode:

🏀 Nneka Ogwumike’s storybook ending against the Liberty

🏀 Lisa Leslie, Rebecca Lobo, and other legends say “there wouldn’t be a season 30 without a Day 1”

🏀 Sonia Citron’s Commissioner’s Cup Buzzerbeater

🏀 Angel Reese's record-breaking rally to 1000 rebounds

🏀 Marina Mabrey's star turn as the face of a franchise

🏀 Seattle Storm v. Dallas Wings showcasing the league’s young talent

What if every WNBA team could add an all-time legend to their current roster?

This week on The Women's Hoops Show, host Jordan Robinson and 4x WNBA Champion Sheryl Swoopes celebrate 30 years of WNBA history with the ultimate thought experiment!

We check in on every single franchise ahead of the season midpoint to answer one burning question: Which franchise icon would give their team the biggest boost right now?

We revisit the legacies of icons like Lisa Leslie, Maya Moore, Tamika Catchings, Diana Taurasi, Sue Bird, Candace Parker, and more.

From teams needing immediate scoring or lockdown defense, to contenders looking for that one missing piece to secure a championship, we're drafting the ultimate throwback upgrades.

Plus, we break down a chaotic week of Commissioner’s Cup action!

🏆 The Liberty clinch a spot in the Championship Game

🏆 The Fever are eliminated despite winning three straight

🏆 The Aces go from controlling their destiny to needing help

🏆 The Lynx reclaim control of the Western Conference race

🏆 Are the Wings officially contenders?

The WNBA Commissioner’s Cup is heating up! Jordan Robinson and Kendra Andrews break down the early Cup standings and WNBA Awards races on this week’s episode of The Women's Hoops Show.

First, we sort the WNBA standings into four Commissioner's Cup categories: Cup Runneth Over, Cup Half Full, Cup Half Empty, and Cup’s Down to the Last Drop.

In this episode, we cover:

🏆 Minnesota Lynx Dominance: Why the Lynx remain the WNBA’s gold standard despite major roster changes and injuries.

🔥 Dallas Wings Rising: How Paige Bueckers, Azzi Fudd, and the Wings have emerged as legitimate WNBA Championship contenders faster than expected.

⚠️ Portland Fire Identity: Can the expansion Fire rediscover the magic that made them one of the biggest surprises of the season?

🚨 Chicago Sky Turmoil: Breaking down the Sky’s season from early optimism to mounting frustration following injuries, losses, and Skylar Diggins’ candid comments about the team's mentality.

Plus, we look at the latest WNBA Awards Races:

👑 WNBA MVP & GOAT Case: Why A'ja Wilson continues to separate herself from the rest of the league after becoming the fastest player in WNBA history to reach 6,000 career points.

⭐ Rookie of the Year (ROTY): Is Olivia Miles running away with the award?

⭐ Hardware Predictions: Who are the early favorites for WNBA Defensive Player of the Year (DPOY), Most Improved Player (MIP), and Sixth Player of the Year?

The Indiana Fever are facing tough questions after another uneven week, and while much of the conversation has centered around Caitlin Clark and her viral sideline interaction with Stephanie White, the bigger concern may be Indiana's defense.

This week, we break down how opponents are attacking Clark, why the Fever continue to struggle defensively, and what must change if Indiana hopes to become a true championship contender.

Plus, we're giving flowers to some of the WNBA's most overlooked stars. Jessica Shepard is putting together a historic season in Dallas, while Natasha Howard continues to be the backbone of Minnesota's rise near the top of the standings. These players are making a major impact…even if they're not dominating headlines.

We also take a trip around the globe to spotlight the international talent reshaping the WNBA. From Julie Allemand and Carla Leite to Janelle Salaün, Pauline Astier, Justė Jocytė, Jovana Nogic, Kamilla Cardoso, and more, the league's global influence has never been stronger.

And with Commissioner's Cup play heating up, we share our early reactions, contenders, and lessons learned from the first month of the WNBA season.

In This Episode:

🏀 Caitlin Clark's defensive challenges

🏀 Indiana Fever's biggest concerns

🏀 Stephanie White's coaching adjustments

🏀 Jessica Shepard's historic start

🏀 Natasha Howard's impact on Minnesota

🏀 International stars transforming the WNBA

🏀 Commissioner's Cup contenders

🏀 Biggest WNBA storylines this week

🏀 The WNBA season is already full of SURPRISES.

On this episode of The Women’s Hoops Show, Jordan Robinson and WNBA legend Sheryl Swoopes break down:

🔥 The New York Liberty’s shocking 3-4 start

🔥 Azzi Fudd’s breakout game for the Dallas Wings

🔥 Why the Atlanta Dream suddenly look like contenders

🔥 Olivia Miles making rookie history

🔥 What’s going WRONG in Phoenix

🔥 Expansion teams exceeding expectations

Plus, we preview the Commissioner’s Cup and the biggest must-watch games coming up.

And, Hoop Roots.

The WNBA season is already delivering chaos, controversy, and breakout performances across the league. We break down the BIGGEST early questions surrounding Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers, Angel Reese, the Indiana Fever, Dallas Wings, Chicago Sky, Golden State Valkyries, and more.

We discuss whether Angel Reese and the Atlanta Dream are ready to make the leap into true contender status after their heartbreaking loss to the Las Vegas Aces, and whether Paige Bueckers, Arike Ogunbowale, and the Dallas Wings can fix their chemistry after Jose Fernandez publicly called out the team’s “selfishness.”

Plus:

🏀 Caitlin Clark continues rewriting WNBA history

🔥 Chicago Sky’s surprising 3-1 start

❤️‍🩹 Concern over Rickea Jackson’s injury

🗣️ League-wide frustration with officiating & physicality

💪 Veronica Burton emerging as the emotional leader of the Golden State Valkyries

📉 Can Kelsey Plum and the Sparks stop their losing streak?

🐐 Lisa Leslie finally getting a statue outside Crypto.com Arena

The WNBA Opening Weekend delivered statement wins and major storylines across the league.

Jordan Robinson and Autumn Johnson break down the biggest takeaways from the start of the season, including surprise teams, rookie debuts, MVP frontrunners, and early-season overreactions that are already shaping the 2026 WNBA narrative.

We dive into:

⚡The Dallas Wings looking ahead of schedule as a legit rising threat

☄️The Phoenix Mercury dominating the defending champion Aces on ring night

⚔️ Why the Golden State Valkyries suddenly look like a real contender

🗽Whether the New York Liberty are still the team to beat despite missing key players

Plus, early-season breakout conversations heat up:

🏀 Olivia Miles makes an immediate case in the Rookie of the Year race

🏀 Angel Reese helps fuel a key Atlanta comeback win

🏀 Cameron Brink’s evolving role with the Sparks raises early questions

🏀 The WNBA’s new officiating emphasis already creating frustration around the league

Finally, Jordan and Autumn preview the biggest upcoming matchups of the week and what fans should be watching next.

Big moves, bold money, and the future of the WNBA 🔥

In this episode, we break down everything heading into opening weekend:

🏀 Tina Charles officially retires … what her legacy means for the game

🏀 Natasha Cloud joins the Chicago Sky while Hailey Van Lith gets waived

🏀 The Golden State Valkyries are nearing a $1 BILLION valuation

🏀 Confusing roster decisions (including Marta Suárez) and what it reveals about development in the league

Then we zoom out to the future of the WNBA with expansion deep dives:

Toronto Tempo (feat. Richard Deitsch)

🇨🇦 Why Toronto has a built-in advantage as “Canada’s team”

🏀 Leadership from Sandy Brondello & Monica Wright

💰 $100M investment in facilities and long-term growth

⭐ Key players like Brittney Sykes & Marina Mabrey

❓ Can they replicate the Valkyries’ momentum?

Portland Fire Preview (feat. Stephanie Kaloi)

🔥 Building its roster and identity

📈 What success looks like in Year 1

🏀 Is Bridget Carleton ready for a bigger role?

If you care about where the WNBA is headed—on the court and as a business—this is the episode.

Celebrate 30 seasons of the WNBA with a league-wide preview led by one of the game’s true pioneers: Sheryl Swoopes.

In this episode, Sheryl reflects on the WNBA’s growth, impact, and future while unpacking the powerful message behind the “Raising GOATs” campaign…(yes, there are actual goats but there’s a deeper message exploring legacy, player development, and what greatness really means.

Then we break down every team heading into Season 30:

✅ Who leveled up this offseason?

✅ Who stayed the same?

✅ Who may have taken a step back?

Using early preseason performances as key indicators, we assess each roster’s trajectory and what it could mean for the season ahead.

WNBA training camps are officially underway and things are already getting VERY interesting.

On this episode of The Women’s Hoop Show, we break down the biggest storylines emerging from camp:

🏀 Roster battles

🏀 Teams that look stacked on paper (but might not be)

🏀 First signs that could potentially shape the season

We dive into the Atlanta Dream and what it means to integrate Angel Reese while navigating a major injury to Brionna Jones. Plus, why the Washington Mystics could face some of the toughest roster cuts in the league, and early concerns surrounding both the Phoenix Mercury and Minnesota Lynx.

We also break down the Dallas Wings, where Azzi Fudd and Paige Bueckers reunite and…could Alysha Clark be the ultimate X-factor?

Then, what’s next for the Seattle Storm after major roster changes?

We also take a closer look at notable free agents still unsigned, including Tina Charles and Natasha Cloud, and what might be going on behind the scenes.

Plus: our favorite training camp moments so far.

Today is the final daily episode of On The Clock. Over the past two weeks, Jordan has broken down top headlines, trades, and league developments. In this episode, Jordan catches us up on on all we need to think about heading into the season, including the latest free agency news:

🔥 Napheesa Collier supermax 1-year deal to return to Minnesota Lynx

🔥 Unsigned free agents Natasha Cloud, Tina Charles, Emma Meesseman

🔥 Odyssey Sims to Dallas Wings

🔥 Satou Sabally contract details

Plus, Catch! Former Indiana Fever MVP, All-Star, and Hall of Famer, Tamika Catchings, joins the show to talk about Indiana’s roster, its Raven Johnson draft pick, and the team’s strong run last year despite injuries. Catchings looks ahead to her new USA Sports broadcast position, and she speaks about the centrality of community-building to the W’s players.

For our last sprint installment, Jordan shares WINS only! 

“Too often, women have been told to be grateful for the opportunity…This union sees it differently. It is about knowing our worth and having the courage to demand more, not just for ourselves, but for those coming next.” -WNBA Players’ Association, 2026

We’re back On the Clock as teams finalize their rosters. Some key signings include:

🏀 A’ja Wilson’s historic $5 Million 3-yr contract to return to the Las Vegas Aces

🏀 More Aces news: Chennedy Carter signs a training camp deal and Chelsea Gray signs a $3M 3-year deal

🏀 Toronto Tempo signs Temi Fagbenle and Canadian Kiah Nurse

🏀 Alysha Clark and Odyssey Sims sign with the Dallas Wings

There are still some high-wattage free agents that haven’t been signed, including Natasha Cloud, Emma Meesseman, and Tina Charles. Jordan breaks down where we can expect they’ll land. And Jordan weighs in on which teams we should keep an eye on this season (Chicago Sky and Atlanta Dream)...and where the front office vision isn’t quite clear yet (Phoenix Mercury and Indiana Fever). 

Then, LaChina Robinson, one of the all time great women’s hoops analysts and announcers (ESPN, NBC, and the Atlanta Dream), joins the show. She shares thoughts on how Angel Reese will impact the Dream alongside players like Allisha Gray, Rhyne Howard, Naz Hillmon, Brionna Jones, and Jordin Canada. Robinson reflects on this year’s draft, the status of the league overall, her Rising Media Stars, and how significant this offseason has been for the WNBA and women's sports generally.

Jordan closes with her win ($$ contracts) and jumpball (Portland’s expansion team) for the day.

The WNBA offseason is moving FAST - and everything came together on draft night.

We kick things off from the Orange Carpet with the best moments, standout fits, and what it was like being right in the middle of the action.

Then, Jordan Robinson and Autumn Johnson break down a headline-making draft for Azzi Fudd:

🎉 No. 1 to Dallas

🙌 Reuniting with Paige Bueckers

🪽 What it means for the future of the Wings

We also dive into standout prospects:

🏀 Olivia Miles

🏀 Awa Fam

🏀 Lauren Betts

Plus: UCLA’s historic draft moment and what it says about the next wave of WNBA talent 🚀

And yes, we’re breaking down the biggest shock of the night: The surprise trade involving Flau'jae Johnson the Golden State Valkyries to the Seattle Storm. 😳

Later we zoom out to one of the wildest free agency periods in league history.

With a new CBA driving major movement, we hand out superlatives:

🏆 Biggest winner

💼 Most aggressive front office

⛹️‍♀️ Moves that could define the season

Jordan was on the Orange Carpet for the WNBA’s 30th draft night, the first year in recent memory where there was no clear #1 draft pick. She shares how powerful the energy was last night and how much excitement this draft class brought.

On draft night, the Dallas Wings, on the clock with #1, picked Azzi Fudd, the “people’s princess.” The crowd at The Shed in NYC erupted with applause. And the UCLA Bruins had a historic night, with six players drafted:

🏆 #4 Lauren Betts to Washington

🏆 #5 Gabriela Jaquez to Chicago

🏆 #6 Kiki Rice to Toronto

🏆 #9 Angela Dugalic to Washington

🏆 #15 Gianna Kneepkens to Connecticut

🏆 #18 Charlisse Leger-Walker to Connecticut

Dallas had back-to-back #1 picks in ‘25 and ‘26–Paige Bueckers and now Fudd. Jordan discusses with Dallas Wings’ beat reporter Myah Taylor what Fudd adds on and off the court, and what the team will look like this year, with Fudd, Bueckers, veteran Arike Ogunbowale and other Dallas teammates.

Free agency and re-signings continue fast-and-furious across the league as we head toward training camp and preseason.

It’s Draft Day! Jordan walks us through the biggest free agency moves before tonight’s historic event. Then, Jordan talks to the inimitable Monica McNutt on team dynamics, draft strategy, which teams need tonight to go their way, and how free agency across the league is impacting their likely picks. 

Today’s major signings across the league:

🟩Brittney Griner to the Connecticut Sun 

🟩Satou Sabally to the New York Liberty

🟩Skylar Diggins to the Chicago Sky

🟩Gabby Williams to the Golden State Valkyries 

Plus, all the deals in between: Kelsey Plum’s $999,999 contract, Kelsey Mitchell signing a supermax to stay in Indiana and the Toronto Tempo’s max deals to Marina Mabrey and Brittney Sykes. 

Jordan closes with two wins today. The Chicago Sky may have finally built the roster Angel Reese had been asking for. And the Toronto Tempo made major moves in free agency this weekend. 

Tune in tomorrow as Jordan unpacks tonight’s draft picks, more free agency signings, and what it all means for the W as we head toward tip off. 

Free agency has reached a boiling point, and the trade news–and rumors–are coming from every direction. The collegiate draft is right around the corner. 

To start, Jordan reacts to Nneka Ogwumike’s homecoming to the LA Sparks, and how her move will shape LA’s roster. 

Then, rapid-fire headlines & evolving storylines we are tracking:

 🔥 Alyssa Thomas resigning with the Phoenix Mercury

 🔥 Brionne Jones resigning with the Atlanta Dream

 🔥 Marine Johannès resigning with New York Liberty

 🔥 Awak Kuier returning to the Dallas Wings

 🔥 Diamond Miller traded from Dallas to Connecticut Sun for Rayah Marshall

 🔥 Gabby Williams not resigning with the Seattle Storm

 🔥 Azura Stevens not returning to the LA Sparks

 🔥 Rickea Jackson and Ariel Atkins LA Sparks/Chicago Sky trade

Plus, Jackie Young is set to receive the first new CBA 7-figure salary. 

Guest Meghan McKeown joins Jordan to talk all things college draft, UCLA’s huge talent pool (including Lauren Betts, KiKi Rice, Gabriela Jaquez, Gianna Kneepkens, Angela Dugalić), and other likely top draft picks such as Awa Fam Thiam, Azzi Fudd, and Olivia Miles. 

We’ll be back Monday to unpack the weekend signings, the unexpected trades, and to prepare you for the most dynamic college draft day.

In today’s episode of On the Clock, Jordan goes over the biggest news–and rumors–from the WNBA, including:

🟩A balloon company leaks Nneka Ogwumike’s free agency visit to Minnesota

🟩Is Satou Sabally hinting she’s going to Toronto with a Drake song? “Show Me A Good Time”

🟩Who’s getting training camp offers and what is unique about those deals

Then, Tamika Tremaglio joins to discuss what makes the new CBA so historic for women’s sports, including gross revenue share, maternity leave clauses, and much more.

Jordan closes with her win (the WNBA fan community’s sleuthing skills) and loss (Amazing Balloons MN) for the day.

In today’s episode of On The Clock, Jordan breaks down:

🟩Core designations

🟩Qualifying offerings

🟩What to expect from this 3-day free agency negotiation period. 

Then, NY Liberty reporter Jackie Powell joins to discuss her coverage of the CBA negotiations, supermax contracts, how the NY Liberty will try to fit players like Sabrina Ionescu, Breanna Stewart and Jonquel Jones within the team’s $7 million salary cap, and the possibility of Satou Sabally leaving Phoenix Mercury for Toronto Tempo.

To close, Jordan shares her win (Reese’s immediate economic impact on the Dream) and Jordan’s loss (Las Vegas Aces investigation). Join us tomorrow for all the latest transfer news as free agency negotiations ramp up!

The WNBA has officially entered chaos-in the BEST way possible. 🔥

We break down the blockbuster move sending Angel Reese to the Atlanta Dream and what it means for a rising contender.

🏀 How does she fit on an already loaded roster?

🏀 Does this make Atlanta a title threat?

Then we zoom out to the bigger picture: free agency madness.

With nearly 80% of the league hitting the market and a new CBA bringing real money and power to players, careers are being reshaped in real time.

After the break, we revisit the expansion draft as Portland and Toronto start building their franchises. Did they make smart long-term moves or just fill out the roster?

And finally, we look ahead to the 2026 WNBA Draft, where, for the first time in years, there’s no clear #1 pick. Will teams bet on upside or immediate impact?

In today’s episode of On The Clock, Jordan Robinson discusses all things Angel Reese and Chicago Sky. Plus, Julia Poe from the Chicago Tribune shares her insight on what’s going wrong with the Sky and their franchise, her pivotal interview with Reese last September, and former star players for the team including Kahleah Copper, Candace Parker, Sylvia Fowles, and Elena Delle Donne. 

To close, Jordan shares her win and loss for today. The free agency period is just starting to heat up—stay tuned this week as Jordan covers all the major trades and headlines.

The W’s free agency opens with a bang this morning. Hear Jordan’s on-the-fly reactions to Angel Reese leaving the Chicago Sky for the Atlanta Dream and what this means for the fans. 

In college hoops: The UCLA Bruins didn’t just win a championship—they dominated. We recap their historic first NCAA title, what went wrong for South Carolina, and the player performances that defined the game.

Then, we’re joined by Hall of Fame coach Tara VanDerveer, one of the most influential figures in women’s basketball history. She helps connect the past, present, and future of the game, from Cori Close’s long road to a title to the evolution of the WNBA. We dive into what the new CBA and salary boom mean for this rookie class, which is walking into a completely different league. 

Free agency is officially underway, and the league is quite literally “on the clock.” We close, as always, with Jordan’s WIN and LOSS.

New episodes through April 17.

In partnership with MOSH Audio: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@moshaudio/featured⁠⁠

NOTE: this episode was recorded on the morning of April 4th, 9am PT. Coach Geno Auriemma did later publicly apologize for his behavior.

You can read his full statement here: https://x.com/UConnWBB/status/2041681980543078829?s=20 

Was the WNBA expansion draft a flop? Plus, Indiana Fever announcer Debbie Antontelli joins to talk all things NCAA semifinals, the big UConn upset, and how top college players including Ta’Niya Latson, Raven Johnson, Azzi Fudd and more will fare in the upcoming college draft. 

The WNBA is in the most important offseason in league history. With a new CBA term sheet, two expansion teams, and over 100 free agents, women’s basketball is being rebuilt in real time.

That’s why we’ve partnered with MOSH Audio to launch On the Clock.

If you want fast, smart, and easy-to-follow commentary and analysis, spend just 15 minutes a day with us and stay ahead of every major women’s basketball story.

New episodes through April 17.

In partnership with MOSH Audio: https://www.youtube.com/@moshaudio/featured⁠

Topics include:

WNBA Free Agency

Trades & Roster Moves

CBA Negotiations

Expansion Teams

Breaking WNBA News & Analysis

The WNBA is in the most important offseason in league history. With a new CBA term sheet, two expansion teams, and over 100 free agents, women’s basketball is being rebuilt in real time. That’s why we’ve partnered with Mosh Audio to launch On the Clock — your daily women’s basketball podcast covering the latest breaking news. If you want fast, smart, and easy-to-follow commentary and analysis, spend just 15 minutes a day with us and stay ahead of every major women’s basketball story. 📅 New episodes through April 17 (in partnership with https://www.youtube.com/@moshaudio/featured) Topics include: ✅ WNBA Free Agency ✅ Trades & Roster Moves ✅ CBA Negotiations ✅ Expansion Teams ✅ Breaking WNBA News & Analysis

The 2026 NCAA Women’s Final Four is officially set and history is being made.

For just the second time ever, the same four teams have all returned to the Final Four from the previous year: UConn, UCLA, South Carolina, and Texas. It’s also only the fifth time in NCAA history that all No. 1 seeds have advanced this far.

So how did we get here?

In this episode of The Women’s Hoops Show, we break down the biggest moments from the NCAA Women’s Tournament with our Court Queens Superlatives, including:

🔥Hannah Hidalgo’s near quadruple-double performance

🔥 Ashlon Jackson’s game-winning buzzer-beater vs LSU

🔥 The defining players, plays, and storylines of March Madness

Then, we preview the Final Four matchups:

🏀 UConn vs South Carolina

🏀 UCLA vs Texas

Who has the edge? Can anyone stop UConn?

PLUS: WNBA Expansion Draft + Houston Comets Return 🚨

The WNBA is entering a new era:

❗The Houston Comets are officially returning

❗The WNBA Expansion Draft is set for April 3

❗Major changes are coming following the new CBA

We explain how the WNBA expansion draft works, what “protected players” means, and which teams could be most impacted.

📢 Don’t miss our special announcement at the end of the episode!

Jordan Robinson and Sheryl Swoopes break down one of the biggest turning points in women’s basketball history—the WNBA’s new Collective Bargaining Agreement ‼️

From record-breaking salaries and revenue sharing to player empowerment and long-term league growth, does this historic CBA signal a shift in power in the WNBA? We dive into everything you need to know and why this deal could reshape women’s sports.

Then, it’s all about March Madness. 🏀

The NCAA Women’s Tournament Sweet 16 is officially set, and we’re seeing a powerful mix of dominance and chaos. Are UConn, South Carolina, and UCLA truly unstoppable, or is a shakeup coming?

We analyze:

⚔️ Virginia’s historic Cinderella run from the First Four

🍀 Notre Dame’s statement win over Ohio State

💙 Kentucky’s gritty path forward

😱 The biggest surprises and upsets so far

Plus, we highlight standout performances from Azzi Fudd, Lauren Betts, and Hannah Hidalgo, and break down the controversy around Syracuse’s tournament draw and what it reveals about the NCAA selection process.

Looking ahead to the Sweet 16 and beyond, we ask the biggest questions:

Who are the real contenders? Who’s vulnerable? And who will win the national championship?

2026 NCAA Women’s Tournament bracket breakdown and Final Four predictions after Selection Sunday.

On The Women’s Hoops Show, Jordan Robinson reacts to the 2026 Women’s March Madness bracket, including why UConn Huskies women's basketball landed the No. 1 overall seed and which teams have the clearest path to the Final Four.

Jordan breaks down the No. 1 seeds in the 2026 NCAA Women’s Tournament and analyzes how UCLA Bruins women's basketball, Texas Longhorns women's basketball, and South Carolina Gamecocks women's basketball stack up heading into March Madness. She also shares her early Final Four predictions, explaining why an all-chalk Final Four could be in play.

Plus, we break down the best matchups in the 2026 Women’s March Madness bracket, including key first-round games and potential Sweet 16 and Elite Eight clashes that could shape the tournament.

Jordan also highlights possible Cinderella teams that could make a deep run, including:

🟠 Tennessee Lady Volunteers basketball

🔴 NC State Wolfpack women's basketball

🔵 Duke Blue Devils women's basketball

⚪ Gonzaga Bulldogs women's basketball

⚫ Vanderbilt Commodores women's basketball

Finally, she gives a quick update on the ongoing negotiations between the Women's National Basketball Association and the Women's National Basketball Players Association over the next WNBA CBA, and why there may be reasons for optimism.

Conference tournaments reshaped the NCAA Women’s Tournament picture.

On this episode of The Women’s Hoops Show, Jordan Robinson and Autumn Johnson take you behind the scenes of covering conference tournaments before diving into the Big Ten Women’s Basketball Tournament, where UCLA delivered one of the most dominant championship performances in conference history, defeating Iowa 96–45 and strengthening its case for the overall No. 1 seed in the 2026 NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament (March Madness).

The hosts also break down the biggest conference tournament upsets, bubble teams fighting for NCAA Tournament bids, and the major storylines shaping the 2026 women’s March Madness bracket.

Then, the conversation shifts to the pros as the WNBA’s March 10 CBA deadline arrives with no agreement yet between the league and players. What are the key issues holding up negotiations? Jordan and Autumn explain the latest on WNBA revenue sharing, salary cap increases, and what could happen if talks continue closer to the start of the 2026 WNBA season.

🕒 Timecodes:

1:15 - Behind The Scenes Of Conference Tournament Week

12:46 - Big Ten: UCLA Dominates Ahead Of March Madness

19:21 - Who Gets The Overall #1 Seed?

24:37 - How Tournaments Are Shaping The NCAA Bracket

31:16 - Champ Week Individual Standout Performances

37:17 - CBA Deadline Is HERE... So What's It Mean???

Unrivaled’s second season concludes with the Mist beating Phantom in the championship game. Jordan Robinson breaks down everything you need to know: how each team reached the finals, the biggest surprises of the season, and whether the league just leveled up again.

From the electric atmosphere at Barclays Center in Brooklyn to comparisons with the historic Philadelphia showcase, Jordan reacts to the finals energy, the championship game, and the Unrivaled MVP and award winners.

Then, WNBA veteran Monique Billings joins the show fresh off her first Unrivaled season where she led the league in double-doubles.

She talks:

✅ Thriving in the 3x3 format

✅ Expanding her game overseas

✅ Her Valkyries expansion experience

✅ Entering Year 9 in the WNBA

✅ Wellness, balance & her Silk Protein partnership

✅ UCLA’s dominance and Bruins pride

✅ Advice for college players preparing for the WNBA

✅ What’s next in basketball and broadcasting

Unrivaled is officially leveling up.

After drawing 21,000+ fans in Philadelphia and generating $2M in one weekend, the 3x3 women’s basketball league is taking its semifinals to Brooklyn’s Barclays Center on March 2.

What does this mean for the playoff race, semifinal byes, and the long-term future of Unrivaled beyond Miami?

Journalist Meghan L. Hall (USA Today’s For The Win) joins us to break down:

✔️Vinyl clinching the final playoff spot

✔️ Rae Burrell’s breakout performance

✔️Angel Reese returning to Rose BC

✔️How the Unrivaled postseason bracket is shaping up

✔️Whether the 3x3 offseason model can truly scale

Then we turn to the biggest WNBA storyline of 2026: CBA negotiations. 💰

With a March 10 deadline set, housing concessions reportedly on the table, and revenue sharing still unresolved, the WNBA Players Association has already authorized a strike. With the May 8 season approaching, could this be a defining economic turning point for the league?

We also dive into SEC women’s basketball chaos:

😮 LSU’s stunning 24–5 comeback over Ole Miss

🏆 South Carolina clinching at least a share of the SEC title

⬇️ Tennessee falling out of the AP Top 25

Women’s basketball is surging and the stakes are real across Unrivaled, the WNBA, and college hoops.

Unrivaled may have just changed All-Star basketball forever. Chelsea Gray took home $200,000 and delivered a tournament-winning three that only strengthened her “Point Gawd” legacy. The 1-on-1 tournament was physical, emotional, and clearly not an exhibition — Paige Bueckers stormed off, Angel Reese chimed in, and even NBA players are calling for this format.

But the bigger storyline might be Breanna Stewart heading back to Turkey for EuroLeague Final Six — right as WNBA CBA negotiations approach what Adam Silver called the “11th hour.” The timing doesn’t conflict with the season… but the symbolism is hard to ignore.

We’ll also look ahead to Athletes Unlimited’s Week 3 and how the new lineups could shake up the leaderboard.

Vanderbilt just took down Texas in a statement win, while Olivia Miles is on a historic surge at TCU. And, as always, South Carolina continues to assert its dominance in the SEC.

There’s high-level basketball everywhere right now — and real stakes attached to all of it.

February basketball brought March-level intensity. Jordan Robinson and Autumn Johnson break down a loaded college hoops slate, including UConn’s historic rout of Tennessee, Texas’ control win over LSU, Duke’s gritty road test at Louisville, UCLA’s separation in the Big Ten, and South Carolina’s overwhelming statement against Tennessee.

Then it’s Hoop Roots, revisiting why UConn–Tennessee once defined women’s basketball.

We pivot to the WNBA, where the league has finally delivered a counterproposal in CBA negotiations. We unpack what actually moved, what didn’t, and why revenue sharing remains the central fault line as the 2026 season timeline tightens.

We close with Unrivaled one-on-one predictions, breaking down the bracket, the chaos baked into the format, and who’s built to survive with nowhere to hide.