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With the retirement of players like Diana Taurasi, Sue Bird, Candace Parker, and Elena Delle Donne – and the ascension of a new crop of talent in Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers, Angel Reese, and more – a new era is upon us in the WNBA. Zena, Ben, and Sabreena gather to talk about this moment in the W – what it means for gameplay and for the business side of things, and the notable differences in the types of players joining the league. Then, Ben speaks to Washington Mystics GM – and former Stanford and WNBA baller – Jamila Wideman, whose team drafted 3 out of the top 6 picks in the 2025 WNBA Draft.–Visit our YouTube page! https://www.youtube.com/@No-OffseasonFind us on socials:-Instagram: @tanooffseason-TikTok: @no_offseason-Zena on X: @itszenakeita-Ben on X: @benpickman-Sabreena on BlueSky: @sabreenajm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
With the retirement of players like Diana Taurasi, Sue Bird, Candace Parker, and Elena Delle Donne – and the ascension of a new crop of talent in Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers, Angel Reese, and more – a new era is upon us in the WNBA. Zena, Ben, and Sabreena gather to talk about this moment in the W – what it means for gameplay and for the business side of things, and the notable differences in the types of players joining the league. Then, Ben speaks to Washington Mystics GM – and former Stanford and WNBA baller – Jamila Wideman, whose team drafted 3 out of the top 6 picks in the 2025 WNBA Draft. – Visit our YouTube page! https://www.youtube.com/@No-Offseason Find us on socials: -Instagram: @tanooffseason -TikTok: @no_offseason -Zena on X: @itszenakeita -Ben on X: @benpickman -Sabreena on BlueSky: @sabreenajm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We're both really grinding our gears on this show. But we also praise one of our all time favorites, Val Kilmer. Actually, we also celebrate two legends of the WNBA Sue Bird & Elena Delle Donne, while also praising the success and awesomeness of the Unrivaled league. Then we throw in some hockey and NBA playoffs as well. Maybe this episode isn't so grindy after all.
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Khristina is fresh off a historic Final Four weekend in Tampa, and this week, she’s joined by sports writer, podcast producer, and Women’s Hoop Show host Jordan Robinson for a jam-packed episode that covers everything from championship breakdowns to game-changing headlines in women’s basketball. Jordan shares her personal journey in the game, how she became a storyteller for women’s sports, and details her upcoming book that explores the rich (and often overlooked) history of women’s basketball—from the 1800s to today. The two dive into the legacy of the WBL, the lack of proper archives in women’s sports, and why preserving these stories is essential. They also break down UConn’s dominant championship win, how South Carolina fell short, and what’s next for both programs. Plus, they react to Olivia Miles' surprise transfer to TCU, Elena Delle Donne’s retirement, the Hall of Fame class of 2024, and the last-minute addition of Candace Parker’s jersey retirement game to national TV. Plus, with the WNBA Draft just days away, Khristina and Jordan discuss top prospects, team needs, international sleepers, and why players should prioritize fit and opportunity over flash. CREDITS Executive Producers: Nikki Ettore Jessie Katz Tyler Klang Jonathan Strickland Producers: Mike Coscarelli Buffy Gorrilla Producer & Editor: Tari Harrison Host: Khristina WilliamsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. salute the UConn Huskies, bounce around the NBA with observations, play a new game, then do one final awards check-in as the regular season comes to a close.If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot Playoff watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotTIME STAMPS0:51 -- UConn (and South Carolina) shoutout5:30 -- Nekias is conflicted (MIL, LAC)22:40 -- Whose fanbase is happy?44:45 -- Award check-in, starting with MVP56:29 -- All-NBA teams1:04:37 -- Defensive awards (DPOY, All-Defense)1:13:16 -- Rookie awards (ROY, All-Rookie)1:33:03-- Sixth Man of the Year1:37:01 -- Most Improved Player1:40:41 -- Coach of the Year1:43:28 -- Clutch Player of the Year1:44:47 -- (W)NBA news (Elena Delle Donne, '25 HOF class, Blazers, Sixers)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On today's episode: Global markets open down following the latest US tariffs and China has accused the US of unilateralism, protectionism and economic bullying; severe weather has led to flooding in the South; Trump hopes New Hampshire's Chris Sununu runs for the US Senate; the University of Connecticut won the NCAA women's national basketball title. Russia reduces prison sentence for US soldier convicted of theft. Treasury Secretary says more than 50 countries want to negotiate tariffs with U.S. Senate GOP approves framework for Trump's tax breaks and spending cuts after late-night session. Protesters tee off against Trump and Musk in Hands Off! rallies across the U.S. NY public schools tell Trump administration they won't comply with DEI order. Jaguar Land Rover to enact shipment pause to US in April as it develops post-tariff plans. Cory Booker sets a record with marathon Senate speech. Will it rally anti-Trump resistance. Wisconsin and Florida elections provide early warning signs to Trump and Republicans. One Louisiana baker is worried about how the tariff war will affect their quality. The tariff war might affect the price of your sushi dinner. Trump announces sweeping new tariffs to promote US manufacturing, risking inflation and trade wars. A beloved library that united the US and Canada faces new border restrictions. The US is on an egg hunt in Europe to ease prices at home. US could run short of money to pay its bills by August without a debt limit deal, CBO says. New Social Security rules present barriers to rural communities without internet, transportation. Second child died from measles-related causes in West Texas, where cases are nearing 500. The skyrocketing cost of weight-loss drugs has state Medicaid programs looking for a solution. Markets plunge with S&P 500 down 6% and Dow down 2,200 after China retaliates against Trump tariffs. Beloved Anchorage pet reindeer euthanized after someone tampered with pen, possibly poisoned him. Black women's hair products are in the safety spotlight. Here's what to know. So long, Park City. Sundance Film Festival to relocate to Boulder, Colorado, in 2027. Will Smith gets a street named in the Philadelphia neighborhood where he was born and raised. Broadway welcomes 'Real Women Have Curves The Musical,' which lets the Latino community see itself. Alex Ovechkin passes Wayne Gretzky to make hockey history, UConn women extend record with another hoops championship ahead of men’s title showdown, Red Sox stay hot with offensive outburst, a multi-time Cy Young winner lands on the injured list, Denny Hamlin hangs on and Brian Harman wins in Texas. Houston rallies to beat Duke 70-67 in the Final Four, will face Florida for the NCAA title. There's no easy answers for slowing down rising level of pitching injuries at all levels of baseball. Duke freshman star Cooper Flagg named the AP men's college basketball player of the year. NBA fines Grizzlies' Ja Morant $75,000 for continued finger-gun gestures, after warning him to stop. WNBA star Elena Delle Donne retires after 11 seasons and the 2019 championship. With March Madness underway, it's game time for newly opened women's-sports bars across the US. Middle East latest Israeli strike on media tent near Gaza hospital kills reporter, wounds others. Pope makes surprise appearance at St. Peter’s Square, 2 weeks after leaving hospital. Disgraced former Cardinal Theodore McCarrick has died at age 94. On this week's AP Religion Roundup, an English church bodyslams low church attendance with professional wrestling. —The Associated Press About this program Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX
In this episode, we're diving into the stories shaping the sports world right now.We start with the end of an era—Elena Delle Donne officially announces her retirement from the WNBA. We break down her legendary career, the battles she faced behind the scenes, and what her departure means for the league.Then, it's Lamar Jackson vs. Dale Earnhardt Jr. in a legal battle over the number 8. Yeah, you heard that right—a trademark fight over a number. We get into what it means for athlete branding and the fine line between identity and marketing.Next, we shift to college hoops, where this year's Men's Final Four is stacked—four No. 1 seeds, all powerhouse programs. We break down the matchups, spotlight the key players, and set the stage for a massive showdown in San Antonio.Plus, some big moves on the NFL front: Geno Smith inks a new deal with the Raiders, and Joe Milton gets traded to the Cowboys. We unpack what those moves mean for both teams and how they could shake up the quarterback landscape heading into the draft.It's legacy, branding, hoops, and QB chaos—all in one episode.Let's get into it.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
One of the staples of women's basketball in the 2010s is calling it a career. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.
Craig and Anthony react to Elena Delle Donne's retirement announcement on Instagram and take time to give the former MVP her flowers. They reflect on her remarkable career, her impact on the WNBA and the Washington Mystics, and what made her one of the most unique and dominant players the league has ever seen.
Hour 1 1:12 - Wizards Night Out Recap 7:50 - Divvying Up 5 Championships Among Top 4 Sports in DC 17:41 - The Torpedo Bat Debate with Clinton Yates 32:50 - Craig and Anthony Give Elena Delle Donne Her Flowers Following Retirement
Send us a textWhat if Sabrina Ionescu's performance could redefine grit in basketball, drawing parallels with legends like Kobe Bryant? Join us as we navigate the exhilarating journey of the New York Liberty's 2024 WNBA Championship victory. We dissect Sabrina's vital role as a point guard, even when her shots didn't fall, and how players like Jonquel Jones emerged as game-changers. The conversation delves into team dynamics, exploring the power of collective play over individual stardom, and the seamless officiating that complemented this intense series.As the WNBA offseason looms, we turn our thoughts to the shifting landscape of free agency. Imagine the impact of potential moves by stars like Kelsey Plum and Elena Delle Donne on teams hungry for victory. We question the strategies that might unfold as teams like the Las Vegas Aces seek additional firepower, while defensive teams gear up to challenge New York Liberty's dominance. Speculations abound about how these shifts could alter the balance of power within the league, setting the stage for a thrilling season ahead.Finally, we shine a spotlight on the future stars of the WNBA, including rookies Carmella Cardoza and Angel Reese, and the dynamic potential they bring to the Chicago Sky. With debates on their respective strengths and the role of team environments in nurturing talent, we consider how these rising stars might evolve. Celebrating the electrifying presence of current league icons like Courtney Williams, Arike Ogunbowale, and Breanna Stewart, the episode wraps with a reflection on the excitement these players inject into the game, promising fans a spectacular future for women's basketball.Click https://linktr.ee/GABPod for more content!!!
Sneaker History Podcast - Sneakers, Sneaker Culture and the Business of Footwear
In this episode of the Sneaker History Podcast, Robbie, Mike, and Rohit, discuss female WNBA players who have had signature shoes. They highlight athletes like Brianna Stewart, Elena Delle Donne, Sabrina Ionescu, and Rebecca Lobo, who have all had their own signature shoes. They also discuss the significance of these shoes in terms of accessibility and storytelling. The hosts mention the iconic Air Swoops, the first signature shoe for a female WNBA player, and the impact it had on breaking barriers. They also speculate about upcoming signature shoes for players like Angel Reese. In this conversation, the hosts discuss several female basketball players who have had their own signature shoes. They highlight Lisa Leslie, Dawn Staley, Nikki McCray, Diana Taurasi, and Candace Parker. They talk about the impact these players have had on the game and their respective shoe designs. The hosts also touch on the evolving nature of the women's game and the accomplishments of current players like Caitlin Clark and Sabrina Ionescu. They encourage listeners to support women's basketball and appreciate the history and talent of these athletes.Join our Discord Community: https://discord.gg/xJFyWmWgzaSupport the Pod: https://patreon.com/sneakerhistorySubscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/sneakerhistory—–––– Check out our other shows: —––––For the Formula 1 Fans --> Exhaust Notes: https://exhaustnotes.fmFor the Fitted Hat Fans --> Crown and Stitch: https://crownandstitch.comFor the Creators --------> Outside The Box: https://podcasts.apple.com/id/podcast/outside-the-box-convos-with-creators/id1050172106—–––– EXCLUSIVE DEALS FOR YOU FROM OUR PARTNERS —––––10% Off Sneaker Throne Display CasesUse code HISTORY for 10% off all orders: https://bit.ly/sneakerthrone10% Off Kicks with Vee Hot SauceUse Code SNEAKERHISTORY10 for 10% off your order: https://kickswithveehots.com/30% Off at GUILTY GOODSUse code HISTORY for 30% Off All Orders: https://bit.ly/GuiltyGoods[Links contain affiliate links, we may receive a small commission if you make a purchase after clicking a link. A great way to support the pod!]—––––—––––—––––—––––—––––—––––—––––—––––Our podcast is proudly...Livestreamed with StreamYard: https://streamyard.com?pal=6514386237915136Recorded on Riverside: http://www.riverside.fm/?via=sneakerhistoryDistributed By Captivate: https://bit.ly/3j2muPbFollow The Hosts: Robbie - https://instagram.com/rahbee702Mike - https://instagram.com/madwatcher789Rohit - https://instagram.com/rohitm13Nick - https://instagram.com/nickengvallLivestream Team:Greg - https://www.instagram.com/gregatronx/Dalton - https://www.instagram.com/sneaker_saiyan/AJ - https://www.instagram.com/gooberdeluxeFor advertising inquiries, get in touch: https://retrospectpodcasts.com/Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Spotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/
Claire breaks down the latest USWNT roster and what it means for the veterans who didn't make the cut. Then, she dives into WNBA Free Agency and reflects on what happened with Elena Delle Donne. Finally, Claire wraps with an update on Caitlin Clark's record chase and South Carolina's convincing win over UConn, before circling back to the USWNT's current state and Lindsey Horan's much-discussed quotes on the team's mentality.
Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. react to the latest WNBA transaction news, then dig into a busy NBA Trade Deadline Day. If you have NBA or WNBA questions for us, email them to dunkerspot@yahoo.com.If you'd like to join our Dunker Spot online watch parties -- they're free, and easy to sign up for -- you can do so here: https://www.playback.tv/thedunkerspotTIME STAMPS2:00 -- Elena Delle Donne steps away from basketball6:30 -- Nneka Ogwumike to the Storm17:30 -- Mercury trade for Kahleah Copper34:15 -- Other news (Diamond DeShields, Candace Parker, Lexie Brown, OG Anunoby)37:45 -- Simone Fontecchio to Detroit41:00 -- Xavier Tillman to Boston44:45 -- Monte Morris to Minnesota49:00 -- Buddy Hield to Philadelphia56:00 -- Kelly Olynyk, Ochai Agbaji to Toronto1:00:30 -- Gordon Hayward to Oklahoma City1:06:30 -- Bojan Bogdanovic, Alec Burks to New York1:14:00 -- Daniel Gafford to Dallas1:18:45 -- PJ Washington to Dallas1:24:00 -- Dennis Schröder to Brooklyn1:28:30 -- Royce O'Neale to Phoenix1:32:45 -- Patrick Beverley to Milwaukee1:36:00 -- Doug McDermott (back) to Indiana1:37:30 -- Jaden Springer to Boston1:39:30 -- Other moves (Dalano Banton, Spencer Dinwiddie waived and more)1:42:00 -- The quickest All-Star Weekend update of all-timeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode of Court Side Access with Lauren, hosted by Lauren and sponsored by The9450, Lauren provides her insights on the different happenings that took place during the start of the WNBA's free agency season. She discusses surprising trades, team strategies, and standout players such as Kahleah Copper, former WNBA champion who was shockingly traded to the Phoenix Mercury. Major highlights include the Seattle Storm's growth into a perceived super-team, Tiffany Mitchell's move to Connecticut, and the Atlanta Dream's promising off-season roster. Controversial issues such as Phoenix Mercury's treatment of pregnant players like Skylar Diggins-Smith, and Elena Delle Donne's dissatisfaction at being cored by the Washington Mystics are also analyzed in depth. Lauren, a basketball enthusiast herself, doesn't shy away from sharing her personal views, and presents thoughtful, intelligent commentary on the future of these teams and players. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the9450hoops/message
A jam-packed Locked On Women's Basketball. First, freshman sensation Meghan Andersen of Fairfield joins the program and talks with host Howard Megdal about how she arrived with the 18-1 Stags and has been so good, so quickly. Then Howard shares more of his reporting, hours after breaking news of the Kahleah Copper trade to the Phoenix Mercury, about what it means for everyone from the Chicago Sky to the Dallas Wings to, yes, Elena Delle Donne. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Nissan Our friends at Nissan have a lineup of SUV's with the capabilities to take your adventure to the next level. Take the Nissan Rogue, Nissan Pathfinder, or Nissan Armada and go find your next big adventure. Shop NissanUSA.com. LinkedIn LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNBA. Terms and conditions apply. eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit at eBayMotos.com. Let's ride. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. BetterHelp This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Make your brain your friend, with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA today to get 10% off your first month. PrizePicks Go to PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel Make Every Moment More. Right now, NEW customers get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your best bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) #WNBA #NCAA #WomensBasketball #WomensBasketballCollege Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A jam-packed Locked On Women's Basketball. First, freshman sensation Meghan Andersen of Fairfield joins the program and talks with host Howard Megdal about how she arrived with the 18-1 Stags and has been so good, so quickly. Then Howard shares more of his reporting, hours after breaking news of the Kahleah Copper trade to the Phoenix Mercury, about what it means for everyone from the Chicago Sky to the Dallas Wings to, yes, Elena Delle Donne.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!NissanOur friends at Nissan have a lineup of SUV's with the capabilities to take your adventure to the next level. Take the Nissan Rogue, Nissan Pathfinder, or Nissan Armada and go find your next big adventure. Shop NissanUSA.com.LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNBA. Terms and conditions apply.eBay MotorsFor parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit at eBayMotos.com. Let's ride. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply.BetterHelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Make your brain your friend, with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA today to get 10% off your first month.PrizePicksGo to PrizePicks.com/lockedonnba and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase.FanDuelMake Every Moment More. Right now, NEW customers get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your best bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)#WNBA #NCAA #WomensBasketball #WomensBasketballCollege Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Host Jackie Powell is joined by Winsidr's Rachel Galligan to react and dissect what came out of February 1's WNBA free agency signing day. What did the pair glean about how different WNBA teams have approached getting better before training camp begins in just a couple of months? They also dive into what has felt different about 2024's free agency period and why it was a slow burn that turned into a rapid fire explosion. And finally, Powell and Galligan preview what lies ahead and what shoes are left to drop. What will Nneka Ogwumike choose? Does DeWanna Bonner shock the world? And what's going on with Elena Delle Donne? Thumbnail photo credit: Domenic Allegra Links: Across the Timeline's transaction tracker https://www.acrossthetimeline.com/wnba/transactions.html# Follow & Subscribe on All Podcast Platforms…
Host Jackie Powell is joined by Winsidr's Rachel Galligan to react and dissect what came out of February 1's WNBA free agency signing day. What did the pair glean about how different WNBA teams have approached getting better before training camp begins in just a couple of months? They also dive into what has felt different about 2024's free agency period and why it was a slow burn that turned into a rapid fire explosion. And finally, Powell and Galligan preview what lies ahead and what shoes are left to drop. What will Nneka Ogwumike choose? Does DeWanna Bonner shock the world? And what's going on with Elena Delle Donne?Thumbnail photo credit: Domenic AllegraLinks:Across the Timeline's transaction trackerhttps://www.acrossthetimeline.com/wnba/transactions.html#Follow & Subscribe on All Podcast Platforms…
Host Jackie Powell is joined by The Next's Mystics beat reporter to unpack an opinion Jackie has. Why do the Washington Mystics hold the keys to WNBA Free Agency this winter? What is the latest on Elena Delle Donne and where could the pair see her ending up especially after the Mystics cored her on January 13? Also, does Natasha Cloud leave the team who drafted her? Jenn doesn't think so, but Cloud will be on top of many teams' free agency wish lists. And finally, if both players don't return to Washington, how do the Mystics move forward and into a new era without their two franchise stalwarts? Is it time for retooling or rebuilding? Follow & Subscribe on All Podcast Platforms…
Host Jackie Powell is joined by Jenn Hatfield, The Next's Washington Mystics beat reporter, to unpack an opinion Jackie has: that the Washington Mystics hold the keys to WNBA free agency this winter.Also, what's the latest on Elena Delle Donne and where could the pair see her ending up, especially after the Mystics cored her on Jan. 13? Also, does Natasha Cloud leave the team that drafted her? Jenn doesn't think so, but Cloud will be on top of many teams' free agency wish lists.Finally, if both players don't return to Washington, how do the Mystics move forward and into a new era? Is it time for retooling or rebuilding?Follow & Subscribe on All Podcast Platforms…
The Her Hoop Stats Podcast: WNBA & Women’s College Basketball
WNBA Free Agency is on the horizon so it's time for the 4th annual Her Hoop Stats WNBA Mock Free Agency! Part 2 features some of the biggest names in the WNBA such as Brittney Griner, Elena Delle Donne, Candace Parker and Brionna Jones. The HHS Crew linked up with some of the best minds in the WNBA media including Sabreena Merchant of The Athletic, Kevin Pelton of ESPN, and Nekias Duncan of WNBA.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On Episode 14 of WNBA Retrospect, host Hunter Cruse is joined by co-hosts Em Adler and Lincoln Shafer for historical scouting reports on Brittney Griner, Elena Delle Donne, and Skylar Diggins-Smith. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On Episode 14 of WNBA Retrospect, host Hunter Cruse is joined by co-hosts Em Adler and Lincoln Shafer for historical scouting reports on Brittney Griner, Elena Delle Donne, and Skylar Diggins-Smith. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week we bring you a WNBA Champion, Washington Mystics fan favorite, and true veteran in the league … Natasha Cloud! Haley and Natasha dig into the WNBA semifinals, the Mystics' rollercoaster of a season, the debatable MVP race, and the many stops along Natasha's journey from second-round draft pick to dominant player in the league. Stay tuned for more Sometimes I Hoop episodes in the coming months. Tasha's 33 ball vs. NY, Mystics a top-4 team when healthy, tapping into her water (2:00) MVP race, voting politics, semifinals thoughts (22:00) Underrated players in the W (29:05) Basketball roots, University of Maryland, St. Joseph's University (35:22) Draft experience, Mystics were the only team after her, first years in the league (46:39) Elena Della Donne coming to DC, still hooping after back surgeries (55:00) Mystics 2019 championship season (1:02:30) Social activism during Covid, Converse supporting her, Vibe Check (1:07:00) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of "Codename Liberty," K. Dot, dives deep into the electrifying world of WNBA playoffs. The New York Liberty emerge victorious in an intense overtime battle against the Washington Mystics, and K. Dot brings you all the highlights and insights.First, we pay tribute to the remarkable Natasha Cloud, whose bold statements were backed up by an awe-inspiring performance. With a playoff career-high 33 points, 6 rebounds, 9 assists, and 4 steals, she led the charge in a breathtaking showdown.We break down the Liberty's standout moments, including Brianna Stewart's impactful contribution, Jonquel Jones' consistency, and the intriguing matchups that kept us on the edge of our seats. K. Dot emphasizes the pivotal role of point guard play in the Liberty's quest for success.But it's not just about the Liberty; K. Dot also dissects the Mystics' strategies, highlighting Elena Delle Donne's challenging game and the defensive tactics that disrupted her rhythm. The discussion explores the importance of ball movement in scoring and its impact on the game.Looking ahead, we preview the upcoming playoff series against the Connecticut Sun, where K. Dot predicts an intense battle and potential game-changing adjustments. Rebounding and point guard play take center stage as key factors to watch.
The Washington Mystics were eliminated from the playoffs. Now the questions begin. Elena Delle Donne and Natasha Cloud, two vital members of not only the 2023 Mystics but long-tenured, are free agents. How does GM Mike Thibault plan to build the 2024 Mystics, and does that plan include both of them? Mystics beat reporter at The Next Jenn Hatfield and host Howard Megdal spoke to both Mike Thibault and head coach Eric Thibault, and they offer these thoughts on what they heard. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! DoorDash Get fifty percent off your first DoorDash order up to a twenty-dollar value when you use code lockedonnba at checkout. Limited time offer, terms apply. Jase Medical Save more than $360 by getting these lifesaving antibiotics with Jase Medical plus an additional $20 off by using code LOCKEDON at checkout on jasemedical.com. Birddogs Go to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNBA or enter promo code LOCKEDONNBA for a free water bottle with any purchase. You won't want to take your birddogs off we promise you. FanDuel This episode is brought to you by FanDuel Sportsbook, Official Sportsbook of Locked On. Right now, NEW customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED in BONUS BETS - GUARANTEED. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Washington Mystics were eliminated from the playoffs. Now the questions begin. Elena Delle Donne and Natasha Cloud, two vital members of not only the 2023 Mystics but long-tenured, are free agents. How does GM Mike Thibault plan to build the 2024 Mystics, and does that plan include both of them? Mystics beat reporter at The Next Jenn Hatfield and host Howard Megdal spoke to both Mike Thibault and head coach Eric Thibault, and they offer these thoughts on what they heard.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!DoorDashGet fifty percent off your first DoorDash order up to a twenty-dollar value when you use code lockedonnba at checkout. Limited time offer, terms apply. Jase MedicalSave more than $360 by getting these lifesaving antibiotics with Jase Medical plus an additional $20 off by using code LOCKEDON at checkout on jasemedical.com.BirddogsGo to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNBA or enter promo code LOCKEDONNBA for a free water bottle with any purchase. You won't want to take your birddogs off we promise you.FanDuelThis episode is brought to you by FanDuel Sportsbook, Official Sportsbook of Locked On. Right now, NEW customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED in BONUS BETS - GUARANTEED. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The NFL has accused its players association of encouraging running backs to exaggerate injuries to gain leverage in contract negotiations — something that NFLPA president JC Tretter hinted at earlier this summer. Also, Colorado football has now sold out all its home games for the first time ever, and the XFL and USFL are nearing a merger. Plus, we hear from Washington Mystics star Elena Delle Donne on her career and the state of the WNBA amid a surge of interest in women's sports.
This week we bring you the All-Star vet for the Atlanta Dream … Cheyenne Parker! Haley and Cheyenne discuss the playoff push, Cheyenne's journey from mid-major to No. 5 draft pick, and her recent impact on the Dream franchise. Breakout season, A'ja's 53 piece, WNBA Awards (1:30) Basketball roots, mentors, High Point and Middle Tennessee (6:30) Draft process, playing with Elena Delle Donne, Cappie Pondexter, Tamera Young (21:30) Overseas confidence, underdog mentality, Chicago to Atlanta (28:50) Coming back from pregnancy, growing the WNBA, Vibe Check (35:00) About The Show: Atlanta Dream rookie Haley Jones has been a force in women's basketball, on and off the court. Now she's jumping behind the mic to give us an inside look at the women who are changing the game in the paint and beyond. Haley will welcome a who's who of the women's game to talk about the biggest news in hoops and their experiences on the court, all while bringing fans behind the scenes of women's basketball with the most promising and charismatic young stars. It's a whole Vibe. PERIOD. About Our Host: Atlanta Dream rookie Haley Jones is an NCAA national champion, All-American, and No. 6 pick in the 2023 WNBA Draft. Listen as she welcomes top players to the mic to dissect basketball's biggest storylines, celebrate top performances, and give flowers to the players growing the game. Other places to find Sometimes I Hoop: Subscribe on Youtube Follow on InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Aug. 20, the Washington Mystics posthumously inducted Nikki McCray-Penson into the team's Hall of Fame and The Next's Mystics beat writer Jenn Hatfield joins host Natalie Heavren to recap the touching ceremony and discuss McCray-Penson's legacy. The pair also discuss the injuries of Shakira Austin, Ariel Atkins, Elena Delle Donne and Kristi Toliver and Jenn breaks down where the Mystics stand in the playoff race as well as the importance of Atkins' contract extension.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!IbottaRight now, Ibotta is offering our listeners $5 just for trying Ibotta by using the code locked when you register. Just go to the App Store or Google Play store and download the FREE Ibotta app and use code LOCKED.BirddogsGo to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNBA or enter promo code LOCKEDONNBA for a free white tech hat with any purchase. You won't want to take your birddogs off we promise you.FanDuelMake Every Moment More. Right now, when you bet on a Super Bowl Winner, you can GET BONUS BETS EVERY TIME THEY WIN IN THE REGULAR SEASON! FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On Aug. 20, the Washington Mystics posthumously inducted Nikki McCray-Penson into the team's Hall of Fame and The Next's Mystics beat writer Jenn Hatfield joins host Natalie Heavren to recap the touching ceremony and discuss McCray-Penson's legacy. The pair also discuss the injuries of Shakira Austin, Ariel Atkins, Elena Delle Donne and Kristi Toliver and Jenn breaks down where the Mystics stand in the playoff race as well as the importance of Atkins' contract extension. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Ibotta Right now, Ibotta is offering our listeners $5 just for trying Ibotta by using the code locked when you register. Just go to the App Store or Google Play store and download the FREE Ibotta app and use code LOCKED. Birddogs Go to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNBA or enter promo code LOCKEDONNBA for a free white tech hat with any purchase. You won't want to take your birddogs off we promise you. FanDuel Make Every Moment More. Right now, when you bet on a Super Bowl Winner, you can GET BONUS BETS EVERY TIME THEY WIN IN THE REGULAR SEASON! FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Natalie and Kelsey Nicole Nelson react to the recent comments Draymond Green made on “The Pat Bev Podcast” regarding his incident with Jordan Poole and the drama that's ensued on social media involving Poole's father. Will Lowery joins the show to discuss Steph Curry's golf impact on the Black Community and his Underrated Tour. Terrika Foster-Brasby joins the show to discuss Flau'jae and Angel Reese's new Dormz commercial for Amazon and NIL deals, WNBA All-Star Weekend's success, Elena Delle Donne's TikTok video and Sabrina Ionescu challenging Stephen Curry to a 3-point contest. 00:00 Draymond Green insinuates on Patrick Beverley's podcast that he was triggered to punch Jordan Poole--22:00 Steph Curry: Underrated Tour; HBCU Howard University; American Century Golf Championship (ACC)--38:30 Angel Reese paves the way for college athletes 44:00 WNBA All-Star Game draws huge audience 49:00 Sabrina Ionescu challenges Stephen Curry to 3-pt shootout--51:15 Tune in to all NBC Sports shows on Amazon Music
Co-hosts Howard Megdal and Jackie Powell break down a very eventful day live from Barclays Center following a New York Liberty 98-88 loss to the Dallas Wings. Big questions are pondered, like: what if the New York Liberty are merely the 2018 Washington Mystics, with Breanna Stewart as Elena Delle Donne, not the 2019 Mystics? If Dallas beat the Las Vegas Aces and New York Liberty, are we sure THEY aren't the superteam? And what happened to Skipper, anyway? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks First time users can receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100 with promo code LOCKEDON. That's PrizePicks.com – promo code; LOCKEDON FanDuel Make Every Moment More. Don't miss the chance to get your No Sweat First Bet up to TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in Bonus Bets when you go FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Co-hosts Howard Megdal and Jackie Powell break down a very eventful day live from Barclays Center following a New York Liberty 98-88 loss to the Dallas Wings. Big questions are pondered, like: what if the New York Liberty are merely the 2018 Washington Mystics, with Breanna Stewart as Elena Delle Donne, not the 2019 Mystics? If Dallas beat the Las Vegas Aces and New York Liberty, are we sure THEY aren't the superteam? And what happened to Skipper, anyway?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!PrizePicksFirst time users can receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100 with promo code LOCKEDON. That's PrizePicks.com – promo code; LOCKEDONFanDuelMake Every Moment More. Don't miss the chance to get your No Sweat First Bet up to TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in Bonus Bets when you go FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mark Schindler is joined by Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones Jr. of The Dunker Spot to break down and parse through the first half of the 2023 season in a post All-Star megashow!Timestamps:3:33 Aces Feelings 6:02 The Aces are unfair 8:30 Dominance is good for the W 11:38 Aces' Player Dev. 13:25 Candace Parker's Fit 17:40 A'ja Wilson has hit another level 24:10 Connecticut Sun: What are they as a team? 29:00 Guard play questions 29:52 The formula doesn't change, but is it enough? 32:10 The newfound shot-making and DeWanna Bonner's season 32:55 More space for DeWanna and DiJonai Carrington to attack 36:12 Appreciating how incredible Alyssa Thomas has been 41:50 New York Liberty 43:42 Showcasing what they can do + how they can improve 47:15 Finding a consistent closing look? 51:09 How do we feel about JJ's season? 53:32 Leaning more into JJ 55:50 There's JJ/Stewie synergy but not consistently 1:01:00 If you had to pick a team to win a series or make it tough, whomst? Wings/Dream/Mystics 1:02:00 Nekias Duncan is in a headlock with this group 1:03:10 What are the Mystics? Where are we at with the offense? Is there another gear? 1:06:30 Quick “It's super cool how the game is evolving” rant 1:07:11 Gushing about how good Tianna Hawkins is at basketball 1:07:38 Is a personnel change necessary to improve ceiling? 1:08:30 Leaning into Brittney Sykes and Ariel Atkins: Pushing pace 1:10:15 “Elena Delle Donne has a 76 speed on 2k, Steve, you can continue” 1:11:19 A lot of talk on what spacing is/isn't and why that matters for how Washington is defended RE: Personnel 1:14:42 Rhyne Howard is developing into superstardom, how discomfort has impacted her game, how she's grown from it, and why the Dream are thriving playing out of her gravity 1:17:17 What are the Dallas Wings? Who are the Dallas Wings? Why are the Dallas Wings? 1:21:22 Their offensive identity 1:23:06 The Wings are 12th in 3 point shooting in the league “Oh” 1:27:15 Lacking some connectivity 1:29:52 “I wish there was a 7-team trade” - Nekias Duncan 1:31:45 ShoutoutsDulcy Fankam-MendjiadeuAzura Stevens Michaela OnyenwereCourtney WilliamsVictoria ViviansJordan Horston and Ivana DojkicDiamond MillerAlanna SmithGrace Berger1:38:25 Questions you want answered Is defense harder to play now? Do we need to rethink what good defense is? 1:40:37 Lineup versatility, pace, flow, and general growth across development with player archetype changesThen a larger answer about the evolution of pull-up shooting on the horizon1:48:45 Who is a non-All-Star that has surprised you or enjoyed a ton?As always, a major thank you to James Edwards III for the intro and outro music!If you have not already, follow Mark on Twitter @MG_Schindler and be sure to rate and review the pod! Send any questions, comments, or feedback Mark's way, and enjoy the show.
MLB – Major League Baseball Last Night Oakland A’s 1, Detroit Tigers 0 – 10 Innings Chicago Cubs 7, Milwaukee Brewers 6 – 11 Innings Toronto Blue Jays 4, Chicago White Sox 3 Athletics 1, Tigers 0 – F/10 – Noda’s RBI single in the 10th carries the Athletics to a 1-0 win over the Tigers Ryan Noda had an RBI single in the 10th inning as the MLB-worst Oakland Athletics edged the Detroit Tigers 1-0 Tuesday night after being no-hit into the seventh inning. Jace Peterson bunted pinch-runner Tyler Wade to third to start the 10th. Tyler Horton (0-1) struck out Shea Langeliers for the second out before Noda slapped a single to left — one of just two hits for Oakland in the game — to break the scoreless struggle. Shintaro Fujinami (5-7) got the win after striking out the side in the ninth. Trevor May pitched a scoreless 10th for his sixth save. Cubs 7, Brewers 6 – F/11 – Happ saves Cubs with 2 late throws to plate in wild 7-6 win over Brewers in 11 Left fielder Ian Happ threw out two runners at the plate in extra innings, and the Chicago Cubs pulled out a wild 7-6 win over the Milwaukee Brewers in 11 innings after squandering a late lead for the second consecutive game. Dansby Swanson homered and Miguel Amaya hit a two-run double to help the Cubs build a 6-2 cushion. But the Brewers scored twice in the eighth and twice more in the ninth to tie it. Happ cut down the potential winning run at home in the bottom of the 10th, and Chicago went ahead in the 11th when Cody Bellinger scored on Nico Hoerner’s infield single. Happ then threw out Owen Miller at the plate to end the game. Blue Jays 4, White Sox 3 – Guerrero Jr. hits 2-run homer in 8th inning to lift Blue Jays to 4-3 win over White Sox Vladimir Guerrero Jr. hit a two-run homer in the eighth inning, and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Chicago White Sox 4-3. Guerrero gave Toronto a 4-3 lead when he connected against Joe Kelly (1-4) after Brandon Belt led off the eighth with a walk. The three-time All-Star went the opposite way on a 2-1 pitch, driving it out to right for his 13th home run. All-Star Whit Merrifield had two hits and two RBIs, and the Blue Jays got back to winning coming off a three-game sweep by Boston. White Sox All-Star Luis Robert Jr. made it 3-2 in the sixth with a long three-run drive against Chris Bassitt for his 25th homer. But Chicago lost again after dropping two of three at struggling Oakland. Tonight Oakland (Waldichuk 1-5) at Detroit (Rodriguez 4-4), 6:40 p.m. News/Talk/Sports 94.9 WSJM 6:15 Chicago Cubs (Steele 9-2) at Milwaukee (Houser 3-2), 8:10 p.m. Toronto (Berríos 8-6) at Chicago White Sox (Lynn 5-8), 8:10 p.m. MLB – Cubs manager Ross rips umpire and criticizes decision to close roof in Milwaukee Infuriated about the plate umpire and the ballpark roof, Chicago Cubs manager David Ross let loose after Tuesday’s wild extra-inning win over the Milwaukee Brewers. The Cubs blew a late four-run lead but rebounded to beat the Brewers 7-6 in 11 innings. Ross praised his team’s resiliency, but many of his postgame comments focused on a series of “frustrating” calls and events throughout the game. Ross was perturbed that plate umpire Erich Bacchus prematurely called out Dansby Swanson when there were only two strikes, and he felt a Brewers baserunner interfered with a throw that allowed a run to score. Ross and first base coach Mike Napoli were both ejected. Ross also questioned why the Brewers closed their retractable roof on a mostly sunny afternoon. MLB – Ohtani leaves Angels game with blister, says he doesn’t plan to pitch in ASG Shohei Ohtani says he’s not planning to pitch in the All-Star Game next week after leaving the Los Angeles Angels’ 8-5 loss to the San Diego Padres with a blister on the middle finger of his right hand Tuesday. The two-way superstar could still play a significant role if he remains the starting designated hitter for the American League in Seattle. Ohtani exited on the mound against the Padres after giving up consecutive home runs in the sixth inning. The right-hander’s start had been pushed back a day due to a cracked fingernail. His velocity was down, and he left trailing 5-1. His exit came several hours after the Angels learned they’ll be without fellow All-Star slugger Mike Trout for several weeks because of a broken left wrist. Trout will need surgery to repair his injury. WNBA – Women’s National Basketball Association Tonight Indiana Fever at Minnesota Lynx, 8:00 p.m. WNBA – Mystics acquire Queen Egbo from Fever for Amanda Zahui B. The Washington Mystics acquired Queen Egbo from the Indiana Fever for Amanda Zahui B. Egbo has appeared in 16 games this season for the Fever, averaging 2.9 points and 4.1 rebounds. Washington’s post depth has been depleted with the hip strain to Shakira Austin and Elena Delle Donne’s rolled ankle. Egbo was taken 10th in the 2022 WNBA draft by the Fever and was honored as part of the All-Rookie team last year. Zahui B. played in 12 games after signing with the Mystics in February. She averaged 2.0 points and 1.4 rebounds this season. Tennis – Andy Murray gets a win at rainy Wimbledon and a thumbs-up from Roger Federer Roger Federer and Andy Murray have provided the highlights on a rainy Day 2 at Wimbledon. Light but persistent showers prevented the completion or even start of dozens of matches. Federer was honored at Centre Court before the start of play there under the closed roof and he stayed to watch Murray beat Ryan Peniston in straight sets in an all-British matchup. Other winners included No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz and No. 12 Cam Norrie among the men, and three top women: defending champion Elena Rybakina, 2002 runner-up Ons Jabeur and No. 2 seed Aryna Sabalenka. Golf – LPGA – Column: US Women’s Open at Pebble reminds veterans what they’re missing The U.S. Women’s Open is finally at Pebble Beach, the most recognizable of all U.S. Open courses. That’s a little too late for so many Hall of Famers who are at Pebble for a reunion of past Open champions. But it’s all about going forward, the USGA is making up for lost time. It’s one thing to be at Pebble Beach. What figures to lift the profile is for the Women’s Open to be going to Riviera and Oakland Hills, back to Oakmont and Interlachen. Being at historical venues help winners become part of golf history. Soccer – US talents Smith, Thompson headline the rising stars at Women’s World Cup The Women’s World Cup will be a showcase for some of the best young soccer players in the game. Two of them play for the United States. Sophia Smith and Alyssa Thompson are expected to lead the next generation of American players. Japan forward Jun Endo has blossomed into the next big thing in Japanese soccer. Expect plenty from 21-year-old England player Lauren James, 18-year-old Colombia talent Linda Caicedo, 21-year-old Jamaica striker Jody Brown and 19-year-old Haiti midfielder Melchie Dumornay. Soccer – Now a mom, Alex Morgan is riding a Wave heading into her 4th World Cup Alex Morgan is riding a Wave heading into her fourth Women’s World Cup appearance. She became a mom since helping the United States win a second straight World Cup title four years ago and is the marquee attraction for the San Diego Wave of the National Women’s Soccer League. Morgan says she feels calmer heading into this World Cup and wants to represent mom athletes. She’s one of three mothers on this U.S. squad and is often accompanied by 3-year-old daughter Charlie. Hot Dogs – Joey Chestnut shakes off rain delay and defends title at Nathan’s Eating superstar Joey “Jaws” Chestnut shook off a rain delay and gobbled his way to another win at Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest. Chestnut downed 62 franks and buns in 10 minutes for a double-digit victory over his nearest competitor, who ate 49. It was Chestnut’s 16th win. In the women’s division, defending champion Miki Sudo forced down 39 1/2 hot dogs and buns to claim her ninth title. The women’s contest went off on schedule but stormy weather moved over New York City’s Coney Island delayed the men’s competition for about two hours. The annual contest drew competitors from a handful of countries around the world. MWL – Midwest League Baseball Last Night Fort Wayne 8, West Michigan 7 Great Lakes 6, Dayton 5 Lansing 7, Lake County 4 Peoria 9, South Bend 5 Tonight West Michigan Whitecaps at Fort Wayne Tin Caps, 7:05 p.m. Great Lakes Loons at Dayton Dragons, 7:05 p.m. Lake County Captains at Lansing Lugnuts, 7:05 p.m. Peoria Chiefs at South Bend Cubs, 7:05 p.m.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
MLB – Major League Baseball Last Night Oakland A’s 1, Detroit Tigers 0 – 10 Innings Chicago Cubs 7, Milwaukee Brewers 6 – 11 Innings Toronto Blue Jays 4, Chicago White Sox 3 Athletics 1, Tigers 0 – F/10 – Noda’s RBI single in the 10th carries the Athletics to a 1-0 win over the Tigers Ryan Noda had an RBI single in the 10th inning as the MLB-worst Oakland Athletics edged the Detroit Tigers 1-0 Tuesday night after being no-hit into the seventh inning. Jace Peterson bunted pinch-runner Tyler Wade to third to start the 10th. Tyler Horton (0-1) struck out Shea Langeliers for the second out before Noda slapped a single to left — one of just two hits for Oakland in the game — to break the scoreless struggle. Shintaro Fujinami (5-7) got the win after striking out the side in the ninth. Trevor May pitched a scoreless 10th for his sixth save. Cubs 7, Brewers 6 – F/11 – Happ saves Cubs with 2 late throws to plate in wild 7-6 win over Brewers in 11 Left fielder Ian Happ threw out two runners at the plate in extra innings, and the Chicago Cubs pulled out a wild 7-6 win over the Milwaukee Brewers in 11 innings after squandering a late lead for the second consecutive game. Dansby Swanson homered and Miguel Amaya hit a two-run double to help the Cubs build a 6-2 cushion. But the Brewers scored twice in the eighth and twice more in the ninth to tie it. Happ cut down the potential winning run at home in the bottom of the 10th, and Chicago went ahead in the 11th when Cody Bellinger scored on Nico Hoerner’s infield single. Happ then threw out Owen Miller at the plate to end the game. Blue Jays 4, White Sox 3 – Guerrero Jr. hits 2-run homer in 8th inning to lift Blue Jays to 4-3 win over White Sox Vladimir Guerrero Jr. hit a two-run homer in the eighth inning, and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Chicago White Sox 4-3. Guerrero gave Toronto a 4-3 lead when he connected against Joe Kelly (1-4) after Brandon Belt led off the eighth with a walk. The three-time All-Star went the opposite way on a 2-1 pitch, driving it out to right for his 13th home run. All-Star Whit Merrifield had two hits and two RBIs, and the Blue Jays got back to winning coming off a three-game sweep by Boston. White Sox All-Star Luis Robert Jr. made it 3-2 in the sixth with a long three-run drive against Chris Bassitt for his 25th homer. But Chicago lost again after dropping two of three at struggling Oakland. Tonight Oakland (Waldichuk 1-5) at Detroit (Rodriguez 4-4), 6:40 p.m. News/Talk/Sports 94.9 WSJM 6:15 Chicago Cubs (Steele 9-2) at Milwaukee (Houser 3-2), 8:10 p.m. Toronto (Berríos 8-6) at Chicago White Sox (Lynn 5-8), 8:10 p.m. MLB – Cubs manager Ross rips umpire and criticizes decision to close roof in Milwaukee Infuriated about the plate umpire and the ballpark roof, Chicago Cubs manager David Ross let loose after Tuesday’s wild extra-inning win over the Milwaukee Brewers. The Cubs blew a late four-run lead but rebounded to beat the Brewers 7-6 in 11 innings. Ross praised his team’s resiliency, but many of his postgame comments focused on a series of “frustrating” calls and events throughout the game. Ross was perturbed that plate umpire Erich Bacchus prematurely called out Dansby Swanson when there were only two strikes, and he felt a Brewers baserunner interfered with a throw that allowed a run to score. Ross and first base coach Mike Napoli were both ejected. Ross also questioned why the Brewers closed their retractable roof on a mostly sunny afternoon. MLB – Ohtani leaves Angels game with blister, says he doesn’t plan to pitch in ASG Shohei Ohtani says he’s not planning to pitch in the All-Star Game next week after leaving the Los Angeles Angels’ 8-5 loss to the San Diego Padres with a blister on the middle finger of his right hand Tuesday. The two-way superstar could still play a significant role if he remains the starting designated hitter for the American League in Seattle. Ohtani exited on the mound against the Padres after giving up consecutive home runs in the sixth inning. The right-hander’s start had been pushed back a day due to a cracked fingernail. His velocity was down, and he left trailing 5-1. His exit came several hours after the Angels learned they’ll be without fellow All-Star slugger Mike Trout for several weeks because of a broken left wrist. Trout will need surgery to repair his injury. WNBA – Women’s National Basketball Association Tonight Indiana Fever at Minnesota Lynx, 8:00 p.m. WNBA – Mystics acquire Queen Egbo from Fever for Amanda Zahui B. The Washington Mystics acquired Queen Egbo from the Indiana Fever for Amanda Zahui B. Egbo has appeared in 16 games this season for the Fever, averaging 2.9 points and 4.1 rebounds. Washington’s post depth has been depleted with the hip strain to Shakira Austin and Elena Delle Donne’s rolled ankle. Egbo was taken 10th in the 2022 WNBA draft by the Fever and was honored as part of the All-Rookie team last year. Zahui B. played in 12 games after signing with the Mystics in February. She averaged 2.0 points and 1.4 rebounds this season. Tennis – Andy Murray gets a win at rainy Wimbledon and a thumbs-up from Roger Federer Roger Federer and Andy Murray have provided the highlights on a rainy Day 2 at Wimbledon. Light but persistent showers prevented the completion or even start of dozens of matches. Federer was honored at Centre Court before the start of play there under the closed roof and he stayed to watch Murray beat Ryan Peniston in straight sets in an all-British matchup. Other winners included No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz and No. 12 Cam Norrie among the men, and three top women: defending champion Elena Rybakina, 2002 runner-up Ons Jabeur and No. 2 seed Aryna Sabalenka. Golf – LPGA – Column: US Women’s Open at Pebble reminds veterans what they’re missing The U.S. Women’s Open is finally at Pebble Beach, the most recognizable of all U.S. Open courses. That’s a little too late for so many Hall of Famers who are at Pebble for a reunion of past Open champions. But it’s all about going forward, the USGA is making up for lost time. It’s one thing to be at Pebble Beach. What figures to lift the profile is for the Women’s Open to be going to Riviera and Oakland Hills, back to Oakmont and Interlachen. Being at historical venues help winners become part of golf history. Soccer – US talents Smith, Thompson headline the rising stars at Women’s World Cup The Women’s World Cup will be a showcase for some of the best young soccer players in the game. Two of them play for the United States. Sophia Smith and Alyssa Thompson are expected to lead the next generation of American players. Japan forward Jun Endo has blossomed into the next big thing in Japanese soccer. Expect plenty from 21-year-old England player Lauren James, 18-year-old Colombia talent Linda Caicedo, 21-year-old Jamaica striker Jody Brown and 19-year-old Haiti midfielder Melchie Dumornay. Soccer – Now a mom, Alex Morgan is riding a Wave heading into her 4th World Cup Alex Morgan is riding a Wave heading into her fourth Women’s World Cup appearance. She became a mom since helping the United States win a second straight World Cup title four years ago and is the marquee attraction for the San Diego Wave of the National Women’s Soccer League. Morgan says she feels calmer heading into this World Cup and wants to represent mom athletes. She’s one of three mothers on this U.S. squad and is often accompanied by 3-year-old daughter Charlie. Hot Dogs – Joey Chestnut shakes off rain delay and defends title at Nathan’s Eating superstar Joey “Jaws” Chestnut shook off a rain delay and gobbled his way to another win at Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest. Chestnut downed 62 franks and buns in 10 minutes for a double-digit victory over his nearest competitor, who ate 49. It was Chestnut’s 16th win. In the women’s division, defending champion Miki Sudo forced down 39 1/2 hot dogs and buns to claim her ninth title. The women’s contest went off on schedule but stormy weather moved over New York City’s Coney Island delayed the men’s competition for about two hours. The annual contest drew competitors from a handful of countries around the world. MWL – Midwest League Baseball Last Night Fort Wayne 8, West Michigan 7 Great Lakes 6, Dayton 5 Lansing 7, Lake County 4 Peoria 9, South Bend 5 Tonight West Michigan Whitecaps at Fort Wayne Tin Caps, 7:05 p.m. Great Lakes Loons at Dayton Dragons, 7:05 p.m. Lake County Captains at Lansing Lugnuts, 7:05 p.m. Peoria Chiefs at South Bend Cubs, 7:05 p.m.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of "Court Side Access with Lauren," Lauren brings listeners up to speed on the latest happenings in the WNBA. She discusses the announcement of the WNBA All-Star reserves, highlighting standout players and expressing her thoughts on the selections. Lauren also delves into James Wade's decision to step down as the Chicago Sky's GM and head coach to pursue an opportunity in the NBA, sharing her perspective on his choice. The episode covers A'ja Wilson's contract extension with the Las Vegas Aces and celebrates Rhyne Howard's career-high 43-point game. Lauren addresses Elena Delle Donne's injury and its potential impact on the Washington Mystics. Finally, she wraps up by recapping notable games from the week, including the New York Liberty's win over the Connecticut Sun and the Las Vegas Aces' victory against the New York Liberty. Breakdown: 1. WNBA All-Star Reserves Announcement of WNBA All-Star reserves Highlights standout players selected Lauren's thoughts on the selections 2. James Wade's Departure from Chicago Sky James Wade's decision to step down as the Chicago Sky's GM and head coach Lauren's perspective on his choice Discussion on the potential impact on the team 3. A'ja Wilson's Contract Extension A'ja Wilson's contract extension with the Las Vegas Aces Details of the extension Implications for the Las Vegas Aces and the league as a whole 4. Rhyne Howard's Career-High 43-Point Game Celebration of Rhyne Howard's career-high game Discussion on her performance and impact 5. Elena Delle Donne's Injury Elena Delle Donne's injury update Potential impact on the Washington Mystics Analysis of the team's prospects without Delle Donne 6. Notable Games from the Week Recap of notable games from the week New York Liberty's win over the Connecticut Sun Las Vegas Aces' victory against the New York Liberty Key highlights and standout performances from these games Thank you for tuning in to this episode of "Court Side Access with Lauren"! We hope you've enjoyed getting up to speed on all the latest happenings in the WNBA. But before you go, we have an important request for you. If you find our podcast informative, engaging, and a valuable resource for all things WNBA, we would greatly appreciate your support. By subscribing to our podcast, you'll never miss an episode, ensuring you stay updated with all the exciting news, player highlights, and game recaps. Subscribing is quick and easy, and it's the best way to show your continued support for our show. But that's not all. Leaving a review can have a tremendous impact on our podcast's visibility and reach. By sharing your thoughts and feedback, you help others discover "Court Side Access with Lauren" and join our community of passionate WNBA fans. Your review could be the reason someone decides to give our podcast a try and becomes a dedicated listener just like you. So, we invite you to take a moment to subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Whether it's iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, or any other platform you prefer, your action will make a world of difference for us. We are committed to providing you with the most comprehensive WNBA updates, insightful analysis, and engaging conversations, and with your support, we can continue to bring you more exciting content. Together, let's grow our community and celebrate the amazing world of women's basketball. Subscribe, leave a review, and join us on this thrilling WNBA journey. Thank you for your support, and we look forward to having you back for more "Court Side Access with Lauren" episodes.
NBA – Victor Wembanyama is the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft, with expectations of stardom Victor Wembanyama is the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft, headed to San Antonio with enormous expectations to become basketball’s newest sensation. The selection of the 19-year-old from France that had been a foregone conclusion for months was announced by NBA Commissioner Adam Silver on Thursday night at Barclays Center in Brooklyn. Wembanyama arrives with far more height and hype than most No. 1 picks. Listed at 7-foot-4, he dominated his French league in his final season there, leading all players in scoring, rebounding and blocked shots. Brandon Miller of Alabama was the No. 2 pick by the Charlotte Hornets and Scoot Henderson went third to the Portland Trail Blazers. NBA – Pistons, Pacers banking on lottery selections to provide immediate help on defense The Detroit Pistons and Indiana Pacers used lottery picks on players who should make their biggest early impact on defense while the rest of the Central Division teams sat out the first round of Thursday’s draft. Detroit selected wing Ausar Thompson of the Overtime Elite developmental program with the fifth overall selection. Indiana took Houston forward Jarace Walker, who went eighth. Both the Pistons and Pacers ended up with two first-round picks. The Pistons added Houston guard Marcus Sasser and the Pacers landed Belmont forward Ben Sheppard later in the first round. The Pistons received some tough luck in the lottery when they got stuck with the fifth pick despite having the NBA’s worst record at 17-65. But they believe they found a keeper in Thompson. The Bulls traded into the second round with Washington to acquire Tennessee forward Julian Phillips at No. 35. NBA – Jett Howard follows his father Juwan’s path from Michigan to NBA lottery pick Jett Howard can only hope he keeps following in his father’s footsteps as he goes from Michigan to the NBA. He joined his father Juwan as an NBA draft lottery pick Thursday night. Juwan still has bragging rights as the fifth pick overall in the 1994 draft out of Michigan. His son went at No. 11 overall to Orlando after playing his lone college season for his father at Michigan. Jett credited all the time spent learning from his father on and off the court for preparing him. The two-time NBA champ played 1,208 games over 19 years with eight different teams. NBA – Bulls expect Lonzo Ball to miss another season because of left knee injury The Chicago Bulls expect point guard Lonzo Ball to miss another season because of his left knee injury. Executive vice president of basketball operations Arturas Karnisovas says the Bulls do not expect him back next season. He says it “would be great” if Ball does return in 2023-24. Ball hasn’t played since Jan. 14, 2022. He had a cartilage transplant in March, his third operation on the knee in a little more than a year. Karnisovas said Ball stopped using crutches last month. NBA – Chris Paul traded to Warriors, Jordan Poole sent to Wizards, source tells AP Chris Paul’s pursuit of an NBA championship is taking him to the Golden State Warriors, after they agreed to the framework of a trade on Thursday that will send Jordan Poole to the Washington Wizards, according to a person with knowledge of the matter. The trade also includes a package of draft capital, said the person, who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the trade has not been finalized and approved by the NBA. MLB – Major League Baseball Yesterday Tigers, Cubs, and White Sox were off Tonight Minnesota (Maeda 0-4) at Detroit (Wentz 1-7), 6:40 p.m. Boston (Bello 4-4) at Chicago White Sox (Giolito 5-4), 8:10 p.m. Cubs are off MLB – Overturned outs prompting confusion, frustration over blocking-the-plate rule The rules have changed since Bob Melvin and Bruce Bochy were big league catchers when big collisions with runners trying to score were just part of the game. The rules are intended to protect catchers. But runners are now sometimes safe even after being tagged out and without any collision. San Diego manager Melvin and Texas manager Bochy both had outs recorded by their teams this week become runs after replay viewed that their catchers obstructed the runner. Both managers were irate because their catchers were standing when they made sweeping tags. WNBA – Women’s National Basketball Association Last Night Washington Mystics 80, Chicago Sky 59 Indiana Fever 80, Seattle Storm 68 Mystics 80, Sky 59 – Elena Delle Donne scores 18 points to help Mystics beat Sky 80-59 Elena Delle Donne had 18 points and eight rebounds, Natasha Cloud added 16 points and the Washington Mystics beat Chicago 80-59 on Thursday night for the Sky’s fifth straight loss. Washington (8-4) beat Chicago for the second time in four days, winning 77-69 on Sunday. The Mystics also beat the Sky 71-69 on May 26. Cloud became the fourth player in team history to make 200 career 3-pointers. Alanna Smith had 13 points for Chicago (5-8). Kahleah Copper was 2 of 13 from the field and Marina Mabrey went 2 of 11 as the Sky shot 30%. Fever 80, Storm 68 – Mitchell hits 7-3s, scores a season-high 25 points to help the Fever beat the Storm 80-68 Kelsey Mitchell made seven 3-pointers and scored a season-high 25 points and the Indiana Fever used a 17-0 run in the second half to beat the Seattle Storm 80-68 on Thursday night. NaLyssa Smith had 12 points and 14 rebounds for Indiana (5-7). Emma Cannon and Erica Wheeler each scored 10 points, and rookie Aliyah Boston had nine points and 11 rebounds. WNBA scoring leader Jewell Loyd was held to 19 points on 5-of-21 shooting for Seattle (3-9). Ezi Magbegor added 18 points and Ivana Dojkic had 11. NHL – Theme-night jerseys banned after players’ Pride refusals caused distractions NHL teams won’t have players wear themed jerseys during pregame warmups next season. That decision was made after the league’s Board of Governors agreed with Commissioner Gary Bettman that a handful of players refusing to wear Pride jerseys distracted from teams’ efforts. Seven players citing various reasons declined to take part in warmups when their team donned rainbow-colored Pride jerseys for warmups. Teams will still host Pride and other theme nights and are expected to continue making and auctioning off jerseys even though players won’t wear them. A group that has worked with the NHL on inclusivity said it was “concerned and disappointed” by the decision. NCAABSB – White’s homer in 11th sends LSU to College World Series finals Tommy White hit Camden Minacci’s first pitch into the left-field seats for a two-run homer in the 11th inning, giving LSU a 2-0 walk-off victory over No. 1 national seed Wake Forest and clinching a spot in the College World Series finals. The win sends the Tigers to the best-of-three CWS championship series against Florida beginning Saturday night. It will be a rematch of the 2017 All-SEC College World Series final the Gators won for their first national title. LSU became the first team to hand Wake Forest consecutive losses this season. The game was a classic pitcher’s duel between LSU’s Paul Skenes and Wake Forest’s Rhett Lowder. Golf – PGA –McCarthy shoots 60, McIlroy has his first ace on PGA Tour in the Travelers Denny McCarthy came inches from shooting a 59, settling for a 10-under 60 for the lowest round of his PGA Tour career, and Rory McIlroy made his first ace on tour on a day of low numbers at the Travelers Championship. Keegan Bradley and Adam Scott also made runs at golf’s magic number but faltered late. Each shot 62 at the TPC River Highlands, where Jim Furyk set the PGA Tour record with a 58 in 2016. Scottie Scheffler, the No. 1 player in the world, finished with a 7-under 63. McCarthy started on the back nine. He had 5 birdies on his first six holes and five more coming in. Golf – LPGA – Lee-Anne Pace shoots 66 for the first-round lead in the KPMG Women’s PGA Lee-Anne Pace of South Africa made a two-putt birdie on the final hole in fading daylight for a 5-under 66 and the first-round lead Thursday in the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship at Baltusrol. Two-time major winner Brooke Henderson of Canada and Ruoning Yin and Xiyi Lin of China were a shot back as Baltusrol’s historic Lower Course yielded 16 under-par rounds to the field of 156 players. The 42-year-old Pace won her lone LPGA Tour title in 2014 in China. Rose Zhang, the two-time NCAA individual champion at Stanford who became the first player in 72 years to win an LPGA Tour event in her pro debut this month at nearby Liberty National, opened with a 70. MWL – Midwest League Baseball Last Night Great Lakes 9, West Michigan 4 South Bend 5, Fort Wayne 1 Lansing 4, Wisconsin 3 Tonight Great Lakes Loons at West Michigan Whitecaps, 6:35 p.m. Fort Wayne Tin Caps at South Bend Cubs, 7:05 p.m. Lansing Lugnuts at Wisconsin Timber Rattlers, 7:40 p.m.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
NBA – Victor Wembanyama is the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft, with expectations of stardom Victor Wembanyama is the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft, headed to San Antonio with enormous expectations to become basketball’s newest sensation. The selection of the 19-year-old from France that had been a foregone conclusion for months was announced by NBA Commissioner Adam Silver on Thursday night at Barclays Center in Brooklyn. Wembanyama arrives with far more height and hype than most No. 1 picks. Listed at 7-foot-4, he dominated his French league in his final season there, leading all players in scoring, rebounding and blocked shots. Brandon Miller of Alabama was the No. 2 pick by the Charlotte Hornets and Scoot Henderson went third to the Portland Trail Blazers. NBA – Pistons, Pacers banking on lottery selections to provide immediate help on defense The Detroit Pistons and Indiana Pacers used lottery picks on players who should make their biggest early impact on defense while the rest of the Central Division teams sat out the first round of Thursday’s draft. Detroit selected wing Ausar Thompson of the Overtime Elite developmental program with the fifth overall selection. Indiana took Houston forward Jarace Walker, who went eighth. Both the Pistons and Pacers ended up with two first-round picks. The Pistons added Houston guard Marcus Sasser and the Pacers landed Belmont forward Ben Sheppard later in the first round. The Pistons received some tough luck in the lottery when they got stuck with the fifth pick despite having the NBA’s worst record at 17-65. But they believe they found a keeper in Thompson. The Bulls traded into the second round with Washington to acquire Tennessee forward Julian Phillips at No. 35. NBA – Jett Howard follows his father Juwan’s path from Michigan to NBA lottery pick Jett Howard can only hope he keeps following in his father’s footsteps as he goes from Michigan to the NBA. He joined his father Juwan as an NBA draft lottery pick Thursday night. Juwan still has bragging rights as the fifth pick overall in the 1994 draft out of Michigan. His son went at No. 11 overall to Orlando after playing his lone college season for his father at Michigan. Jett credited all the time spent learning from his father on and off the court for preparing him. The two-time NBA champ played 1,208 games over 19 years with eight different teams. NBA – Bulls expect Lonzo Ball to miss another season because of left knee injury The Chicago Bulls expect point guard Lonzo Ball to miss another season because of his left knee injury. Executive vice president of basketball operations Arturas Karnisovas says the Bulls do not expect him back next season. He says it “would be great” if Ball does return in 2023-24. Ball hasn’t played since Jan. 14, 2022. He had a cartilage transplant in March, his third operation on the knee in a little more than a year. Karnisovas said Ball stopped using crutches last month. NBA – Chris Paul traded to Warriors, Jordan Poole sent to Wizards, source tells AP Chris Paul’s pursuit of an NBA championship is taking him to the Golden State Warriors, after they agreed to the framework of a trade on Thursday that will send Jordan Poole to the Washington Wizards, according to a person with knowledge of the matter. The trade also includes a package of draft capital, said the person, who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the trade has not been finalized and approved by the NBA. MLB – Major League Baseball Yesterday Tigers, Cubs, and White Sox were off Tonight Minnesota (Maeda 0-4) at Detroit (Wentz 1-7), 6:40 p.m. Boston (Bello 4-4) at Chicago White Sox (Giolito 5-4), 8:10 p.m. Cubs are off MLB – Overturned outs prompting confusion, frustration over blocking-the-plate rule The rules have changed since Bob Melvin and Bruce Bochy were big league catchers when big collisions with runners trying to score were just part of the game. The rules are intended to protect catchers. But runners are now sometimes safe even after being tagged out and without any collision. San Diego manager Melvin and Texas manager Bochy both had outs recorded by their teams this week become runs after replay viewed that their catchers obstructed the runner. Both managers were irate because their catchers were standing when they made sweeping tags. WNBA – Women’s National Basketball Association Last Night Washington Mystics 80, Chicago Sky 59 Indiana Fever 80, Seattle Storm 68 Mystics 80, Sky 59 – Elena Delle Donne scores 18 points to help Mystics beat Sky 80-59 Elena Delle Donne had 18 points and eight rebounds, Natasha Cloud added 16 points and the Washington Mystics beat Chicago 80-59 on Thursday night for the Sky’s fifth straight loss. Washington (8-4) beat Chicago for the second time in four days, winning 77-69 on Sunday. The Mystics also beat the Sky 71-69 on May 26. Cloud became the fourth player in team history to make 200 career 3-pointers. Alanna Smith had 13 points for Chicago (5-8). Kahleah Copper was 2 of 13 from the field and Marina Mabrey went 2 of 11 as the Sky shot 30%. Fever 80, Storm 68 – Mitchell hits 7-3s, scores a season-high 25 points to help the Fever beat the Storm 80-68 Kelsey Mitchell made seven 3-pointers and scored a season-high 25 points and the Indiana Fever used a 17-0 run in the second half to beat the Seattle Storm 80-68 on Thursday night. NaLyssa Smith had 12 points and 14 rebounds for Indiana (5-7). Emma Cannon and Erica Wheeler each scored 10 points, and rookie Aliyah Boston had nine points and 11 rebounds. WNBA scoring leader Jewell Loyd was held to 19 points on 5-of-21 shooting for Seattle (3-9). Ezi Magbegor added 18 points and Ivana Dojkic had 11. NHL – Theme-night jerseys banned after players’ Pride refusals caused distractions NHL teams won’t have players wear themed jerseys during pregame warmups next season. That decision was made after the league’s Board of Governors agreed with Commissioner Gary Bettman that a handful of players refusing to wear Pride jerseys distracted from teams’ efforts. Seven players citing various reasons declined to take part in warmups when their team donned rainbow-colored Pride jerseys for warmups. Teams will still host Pride and other theme nights and are expected to continue making and auctioning off jerseys even though players won’t wear them. A group that has worked with the NHL on inclusivity said it was “concerned and disappointed” by the decision. NCAABSB – White’s homer in 11th sends LSU to College World Series finals Tommy White hit Camden Minacci’s first pitch into the left-field seats for a two-run homer in the 11th inning, giving LSU a 2-0 walk-off victory over No. 1 national seed Wake Forest and clinching a spot in the College World Series finals. The win sends the Tigers to the best-of-three CWS championship series against Florida beginning Saturday night. It will be a rematch of the 2017 All-SEC College World Series final the Gators won for their first national title. LSU became the first team to hand Wake Forest consecutive losses this season. The game was a classic pitcher’s duel between LSU’s Paul Skenes and Wake Forest’s Rhett Lowder. Golf – PGA –McCarthy shoots 60, McIlroy has his first ace on PGA Tour in the Travelers Denny McCarthy came inches from shooting a 59, settling for a 10-under 60 for the lowest round of his PGA Tour career, and Rory McIlroy made his first ace on tour on a day of low numbers at the Travelers Championship. Keegan Bradley and Adam Scott also made runs at golf’s magic number but faltered late. Each shot 62 at the TPC River Highlands, where Jim Furyk set the PGA Tour record with a 58 in 2016. Scottie Scheffler, the No. 1 player in the world, finished with a 7-under 63. McCarthy started on the back nine. He had 5 birdies on his first six holes and five more coming in. Golf – LPGA – Lee-Anne Pace shoots 66 for the first-round lead in the KPMG Women’s PGA Lee-Anne Pace of South Africa made a two-putt birdie on the final hole in fading daylight for a 5-under 66 and the first-round lead Thursday in the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship at Baltusrol. Two-time major winner Brooke Henderson of Canada and Ruoning Yin and Xiyi Lin of China were a shot back as Baltusrol’s historic Lower Course yielded 16 under-par rounds to the field of 156 players. The 42-year-old Pace won her lone LPGA Tour title in 2014 in China. Rose Zhang, the two-time NCAA individual champion at Stanford who became the first player in 72 years to win an LPGA Tour event in her pro debut this month at nearby Liberty National, opened with a 70. MWL – Midwest League Baseball Last Night Great Lakes 9, West Michigan 4 South Bend 5, Fort Wayne 1 Lansing 4, Wisconsin 3 Tonight Great Lakes Loons at West Michigan Whitecaps, 6:35 p.m. Fort Wayne Tin Caps at South Bend Cubs, 7:05 p.m. Lansing Lugnuts at Wisconsin Timber Rattlers, 7:40 p.m.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to another episode of Codename: Mystics Talk with your host, Nathan Snell. In this double recap episode, we dive into the Washington Mystics' weekend games, one win and one loss. Let's start with the thrilling victory against the Dallas Wings. Elena Delle Donne once again showcased her superhero skills, leading the team to a 75-74 win. However, the Mystics need to work on maintaining leads throughout the game, especially in the second half. The key players in this game were Elena, Shatori Walker-Kimbrough, Natasha Cloud, and Erica Atkins. Despite the win, the bench performance was lackluster. Moving on to the game against the winless Minnesota Lynx, the Mystics faced disappointment as Tiffany Mitchell hit a game-winning shot. The team struggled with rebounding and lacked frontcourt depth. Offensive execution and bench production remain areas of concern. Despite rallying at times, the Mystics couldn't overcome their lapses in focus. The game against the Lynx exposed areas that need improvement, such as turnovers and defense. The bench's contribution was subpar, leading to a missed opportunity for victory. Looking ahead, the Mystics have a week off to regroup and address their weaknesses. They face the Seattle Storm and participate in Sue Bird's jersey retirement ceremony on Friday, followed by a game against the Indiana Fever on Tuesday. The Mystics aim to bounce back and seek revenge for their playoff exit last season. Join us next time for a recap of the Mystics' matches against the Storm and Fever. Until then, stay safe, stay cool, and stay hydrated. Catch you on the flip side!
Michael Holley and Michael Smith are together on this busy Thursday. To open, they discuss whether the Celtics can force a Game 6 vs. the Heat, Kyrie Irving's comments on free agency and whether there's a need for rules against flopping in the NBA. They also weigh-in on the NFL's new fair-catch kickoff return rules and react to comments from QB's Lamar Jackson and Patrick Mahomes made during OTA's. Brandon Krisztal joins the show to discuss Sean Payton's OTA presser and the Nuggets reaching the NBA Finals. The brothers welcome Terrika Foster-Brasby to the show and discuss the New York Liberty superteam, Brittney Griner's return and the importance of accurate WNBA coverage throughout the season. Lastly, the Michaels pay tribute to the “Queen of Rock” Tina Turner who passed away at 83.00:00 Intro02:09 Can the Celtics make history and pull off a comeback?12:14 Kyrie “ In no rush to make a decision” on free agency16:05 NBA to test out ‘Flop Rule” in Summer League17:58 NFL Approves One-Year Trial Run for New Fair Catch Rule22:10 Lamar Jackson focusing on throwing in new offense 25:47 Mahomes is thinking about his legacy and winning rings29:39 Brandon Krisztal joins the show to talk Broncos and Nuggets35:00 Nuggets Reach NBA Finals; Nikola Jokic's greatness41:36 Terrika Foster-Brasby on WNBA: Breanna Stewart; Elena Delle Donne, Mystics43:10 Can the Connecticut Sun stay on top?45:35 WNBA deserves attention the entire season49:13 Brittney Griner makes her return; Mercury 0-2 to start season51:00 Remembering Tina Turner
In this episode of "Codename: Mystics," host Nathan Snell discusses the Washington Mystics' recent loss to the Connecticut Sun. Despite a strong performance from Elena Delle Donne, the Sun's overall shooting efficiency and balanced scoring proved to be the difference. The episode examines the key highlights of the game and provides insights into the early season performance of both teams. Stay up-to-date with the latest episodes and updates from "Codename: Mystics" and other exciting content by The9450. Tap the link below to access our Linktree page and explore all the ways you can connect with us:
With the 2023 WNBA season tipping off in less than two weeks, "Queens of the Court" hosts Sheryl Swoopes and Jordan Robinson have A LOT to discuss. What impact will the new coaches challenge rule have on WNBA games? What will a healthy Elena Delle Donne mean for the Mystics? And what will it take for the New York Liberty "superteam" to win this year's WNBA title? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week, we talk about the return of Elena Delle Donne in 2022, what made Washington's number one ranked defense so good, and what Brittney Sykes et al add to the 2023 version of the Mystics. Statistics and information in this episode provided by the WNBA stats page, the EuroBasket stats page, Her Hoop Stats, Synergy Sports, Across the Timeline and Basketball Reference.
Happy hoops season! On today's episode of The GIST of It, Steph Rotz and guest host Lauren Tuiskula are celebrating with a NCAA women's basketball season preview.They'll discuss the season setup, the top contenders, the players to keep an eye on and more. It's tip-off time, baby.Thank you to Nike for supporting today's episode! Just in time for the start of the new women's basketball season, Nike teamed up with WNBA and former NCAA standout Elena Delle Donne to create the “Together We Fly” shoe, one of the most inclusive shoes ever, inspired by EDD's sister who was born with autism and cerebral palsy. Fashionable and functional? We're obsessed. Shop now at nike.com: https://www.nike.com/t/air-deldon-together-we-fly-basketball-shoes. More on The GIST: Subscribe: thegistsports.com/subscribepodTwitter: @thegistpodEmail: pod@thegistsports.com IG: @thegistca @thegistusa
Happy babysketball! Returning champ Sabreena Merchant (SB Nation) makes her triumphant return to the pod to talk about the WNBA Playoffs, Peter's baby, Elena Delle Donne's brand of beer Super Soakers, and much more! It's a fun one! Support the buds at patreon.com/airbudspod! Get our t-shirts at airbuds.bigcartel.com and teepublic.com/user/airbudspodcast! Please give us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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