Podcast appearances and mentions of Phoenix Mercury

Dan unloads on NBA Commissioner Adam Silver for calling Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark a "political football" instead of addressing the WNBA's failure to protect her from vicious on-court attacks. Following reports that Silver urged WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert to suspend Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas for her brutal throat punch attach on Clark. Subscribe to Don't @ Me for daily videos and shorts: https://tr.ee/M6w2km Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan reacts to reports that NBA Commissioner Adam Silver had to step in and force WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert to suspend Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas for her throat punch on Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark. Dan breaks down why the WNBA is a complete mess and why Cathy Engelbert has got to go. Plus, Dan sits down with Rob Friedman, the internet's favorite baseball mind, famously known as PitchingNinja to break down his new book, Unhittable: How Technology, Mavericks, and Innovators Engineered Baseball's New Era of Pitching Dominance. We dive deep into the science, the secrets, and the sheer wizardry happening on the mound today. Subscribe to Don't @ Me for daily videos and shorts: https://tr.ee/M6w2km Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

At the WNBA's midseason mark, we're looking back at some of the team's offseason moves and asking one big question: If they had a time machine, which decisions would they change? Jamie Steyer Johnson and Richard Cohen break down the biggest hits, the biggest misses, and everything in between.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tip off your week with Tyler DeLuca and Brian "BMac" Mackay as they break down a weekend full of WNBA milestones, a front office change, and more.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dan breaks down why WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert NEEDS to step down immediately after ducking her appearance on the Dan Patrick Show to avoid tough questions. These tough questions include the recent drama surrounding Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark and the league failing to protect her amidst the recent throat punch from Phoenix Mercury's Alyssa Thomas. Instead of capitalizing on the unprecedented spotlight surrounding Caitlin Clark, Engelbert's leadership has been defined by non-stop public relations disasters and mismanagement. The excuses are over—it's time for a change at the top. Subscribe to Don't @ Me for daily videos and shorts: https://tr.ee/M6w2km Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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(00:00-26:46) – Query & Company opens a Friday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing the Indiana Fever’s ferocious late comeback win last night against the Phoenix Mercury. Jake observed something last night in the game for the first time this season, and hopes this is a turning point in the second half of the season. (26:46-38:28) – Last night there was a third member of the Indiana Fever radio broadcast team, but not in a good way. Jake and Eddie explain who it was, and Shannon calls into the show to explain how Jake gets whenever plans he makes get disrupted. (38:28-48:05) – Jake Query concludes the first hour of the show by discussing the news about Mr. Bendo and connecting it to a potential power rankings segment idea in the future that he would like to do. (48:05-1:16:31) – Hour number two of Query & Company starts with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison giving more details on the status of Mr. Bendo because he appears to have been stolen overnight. However, Eddie can track down the facts. They also discuss last night’s win for the Fever over the Mercury. (1:10:29-1:29:12) – Every Friday on Query & Company, it is a Good For The Heart Friday brought to you by Franciscan Health. Instead of sharing a feel-good story, Jake is joined by Dr. Manesh Parikshak to discuss the aortic valve and ascending aortic disease. (1:29:12-1:37:21) – Hour number two of Query & Company concludes with Jake and Eddie previewing the upcoming matches in the FIFA World Cup. They also discuss the Indiana Fever’s 4-0 record without Caitlin Clark this season and their 20-15 record without her since the start of last season. (1:37:21-2:00:19) – Kevin Bowen from the Fan Morning Show joins Jake Query for the first time in a month to discuss how the Indiana Fever have performed with and without Caitlin Clark since the start of last season. They also get into the report that the Indianapolis Colts have interest in Terrion Arnold. Why would the Colts express interest in someone who has off-the-field issues right now at a position where they have quality depth? (2:00:19-2:14:41) – The Wimbledon Finals are this weekend and the heavyweight matchup between Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic is going on, which makes Jake express how impressed he is with the ability of tennis players to return serves with how powerful they’re becoming. He also gives the latest information on the status of Mr. Bendo. (2:14:41-2:21:59) – The show closes out with JMV joining Jake Query to preview his show!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan exposes ESPN's broken, narrative-driven coverage of Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark as the fading network hypocritically sabotages the WNBA's most popular asset. Following the blatant throat-punch found by the Phoenix Mercury's Alyssa Thomas, the whole perspective on Caitlin Clark's treatment has been extremely magnified. Plus, U.S. Representative Marlin Stutzman (IN) joins the show to discuss Congress's direct involvement and their formal letter pressing WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert to take action and treat Clark better. Tune in for the unfiltered truth about the sports media agendas and ridiculous narratives mounting over the mistreatment of the WNBA's biggest star. Subscribe to Don't @ Me for daily videos and shorts: https://tr.ee/M6w2km Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dans NBA & WNBA – And One, le podcast, l'équipe d'analyse WNBA revient sur l'actualité WNBA et le monde du basket avec le “Conseil de classe” du mois de Juillet 2026.Débats animés, décryptages tactiques et bonne humeur autour de l'actualité WNBA, des performances des équipes de la WNBA et des enjeux de classement.Les Valkyries de Golden State décroche le titre d'équipe surdouée grâce à un jeu collectif performant et des exploits chaque soir, tandis que le Phoenix Mercury obtient les encouragements de la part de l'équipe And One.Les Sparks de Los Angeles récoltent une mention “insuffisant” qui est décortiqué par l'équipe WNBA du podcast.Du côté du Portlanf Fire, c'est la mention de “cancre du mois”, ce qui n'inaugure rien de bon pour la suite de la saison WNBA.Entre surprise, confirmation et déception, ce podcast WNBA français offre une véritable analyse de la saison WNBA qui ne fait que débuter.Entre ces derniers résultats qui se dessinent, classements serrés, actualité générale de la WNBA après ce nouveau mois de compétition, et perspectives pour la suite de la saison, ce podcast WNBA français propose une synthèse accessible, drôle et fouillée de ce qu'il faut retenir.Si tu aimes l'analyse WNBA, ou simplement suivre l'actualité WNBA avec un ton francophone, NBA & WNBA – And One, le podcast est fait pour toi.Un podcast NBA français qui décrypte la NBA, la WNBA et le basket international, avec humour, débat et passion pour chaque rebound, chaque passe et chaque panier.Canal officiel du podcast :https://chat.whatsapp.com/IMY6WgV2UK9FFTWg6fjfDH?mode=gi_tMusiques et jingles : Pixabay (auteur prettyjohn1)Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-23:17) – Former Mayor of Indianapolis Stephen Goldsmith joins Query & Company to celebrate the 30-Year Anniversary of Victory Field by discussing how long the planning process took, if he ever envisioned the ballpark looking so pristine 30 years later, and if he viewed the addition of the park and Circle Center Mall as independent projects or one big project to bring life to downtown Indianapolis. They also get into the decisions of funding a stadium through public tax dollars or the owners pocket, if the growth of Fishers & Noblesville comes at the risk to Indianapolis, and if he prioritized sport for the city during his terms. (23:17-38:50) – Tony East from Circle City Spin & Locked On Pacers makes his weekly stop on Query & Company to explain what went wrong last night in Los Angeles for the Indiana Fever and the addition of Larry Nance Jr. for the Indiana Pacers. Who will be available tonight for the Fever against the Phoenix Mercury? Is the Pacers roster solidified following the Nance Jr. addition?Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-28:09) – Query & Company opens a Thursday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison drawing parallels between the FIFA World Cup and WNBA. Both have been presented with a golden opportunity to capture more fans, but are they dropping the ball on it? Plus, they discuss last night’s ugly performance by the Indiana Fever in Los Angeles. (28:09-39:56) – Jake and Eddie shift their conversation to the Indiana Pacers with the signing of Larry Nance Jr. yesterday, resulting in the Pacers waiving Micah Potter. It leads to a debate as to whether they are gearing up for a bigger move near the trade deadline with some of the additions they’ve made. (39:56-46:47) – Jake Query has, once again, ran into issues with acquiring tickets that he’s purchased from one of the ticketing companies. He shares what’s going on and hopes someone can give him some answers. (46:33-1:10:21) – Former Mayor of Indianapolis Stephen Goldsmith joins Query & Company to celebrate the 30-Year Anniversary of Victory Field by discussing how long the planning process took, if he ever envisioned the ballpark looking so pristine 30 years later, and if he viewed the addition of the park and Circle Center Mall as independent projects or one big project to bring life to downtown Indianapolis. They also get into the decisions of funding a stadium through public tax dollars or the owners pocket, if the growth of Fishers & Noblesville comes at the risk to Indianapolis, and if he prioritized sport for the city during his terms. (1:10:21-1:28:26) – Tony East from Circle City Spin & Locked On Pacers makes his weekly stop on Query & Company to explain what went wrong last night in Los Angeles for the Indiana Fever and the addition of Larry Nance Jr. for the Indiana Pacers. Who will be available tonight for the Fever against the Phoenix Mercury? Is the Pacers roster solidified following the Nance Jr. addition? (1:28:26-1:34:05) – Hour number two of Query & Company concludes with Jake thanking our colleague Ray Lyman from Telemundo for dropping off a gift as a thank you for having him on the show yesterday. (1:34:05-2:03:56) – The final hour of today’s show with Jake Query and Eddie Garrison starts with Jake sharing his thoughts on some of the comments that Stephen Goldsmith made earlier in the show. Plus, he plays some of the comments that the 46th Mayor of Indianapolis made that stood out. (2:03:56-2:14:30) – Is Caitlin Clark’s back injury more serious than what the Indiana Fever are saying? Jake and Eddie discuss and try to make sense of her stints on the court last night because it just doesn’t make sense. (2:14:30-2:17:00) – The show closes out with JMV joining Jake Query to preview his show!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Las Vegas Aces make roster moves, the drama between the Chicago Sky and Skylar Diggins continues to unfold, the WNBA All-Star reserves are announced, and much more with Jamie Steyer Johnson and Tyler DeLuca.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Golden State Valkyries continue to climb, the Chicago Sky are rumbling, Robin Roberts and Geno Auriemma return to WNBA TV, and more with Brittany Carper and Christy Winters Scott.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark has FINALLY broken her silence after her on-court clash with Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas. Dan breaks down Clark's raw response, the WNBA's controversial officiating, and why the constant noise is threatening to overshadow the league itself. Plus, Dan welcomes U.S. National Soccer Hall of Fame member Paul Caligiuri to the show to discuss FIFA and the unprecedented decision to suspend USMNT striker Flo Balogun's red card, clearing him to play in tonight's high-stakes Round of 16 clash against Belgium. Paul outlines exactly what Team USA needs to do to shut down Belgium and advance to the quarterfinals and we look back at his legendary, history-altering goal against Trinidad & Tobago and answers whether he knew at the time it would change the trajectory of American soccer forever. Subscribe to Don't @ Me for daily videos and shorts: https://tr.ee/M6w2km Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this segment, Tara targets Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White, expressing utter disbelief and outrage over White's response to a physical on-court altercation involving superstar Caitlin Clark. Tara describes a scene where Clark was aggressively thrown to the ground and allegedly struck by Phoenix Mercury forward Alysha Thomas—an action Tara fiercely argues constitutes a literal, street-style assault that would result in an arrest in any normal civilian setting. Instead of defending her own player or demanding league accountability for the violence, Coach White publicly turned her frustration toward the fanbase. White condemned the online backlash and criticism of the hit as a wave of "toxicity, racism, and homophobia." Tara slams this response as a textbook example of institutional Marxism and "woke" ideology within the WNBA, arguing that the league and its coaches are choosing to weaponize social justice narratives to protect an aggressor while leaving their white, straight star player entirely unprotected from blatant physical harm.

Bruce & Gaydos explain why Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas has been receiving death threats since she fouled Caitlin Clark. 

Dan Dakich exposes the ultimate WNBA betrayal after Indiana Fever coach Stephanie White publicly coddled the Phoenix Mercury's Alyssa Thomas instead of standing up for Caitlin Clark. Following Thomas's vicious throat-shot to the Fever phenom, White's refusal to protect her own player proves the WNBA's deep-rooted resentment toward its biggest star. Tune in for Dan's raw, unfiltered breakdown of this absolute coaching bertrayal. Subscribe to Don't @ Me for daily videos and shorts: https://tr.ee/M6w2km Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this exclusive interview veteran WNBA reporter Christine Brennan DEFENDS Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark and condemns WNBA leadership following the shocking throat-punch controversy involving the Phoenix Mercury's Alyssa Thomas. Brennan addresses the escalating WNBA firestorm and responds directly to the ridiculous criticism from Sarah Spain. Get the ultimate insider perspective on the Clark/Thomas controversy and why the league's handling of its biggest star is facing such backlash Subscribe to Don't @ Me for daily videos and shorts: https://tr.ee/M6w2km Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alyssa Thomas speaks for the first time since her suspension, the Commissioner's Cup Championship is about to tip, and more with Christy Winters Scott, Cindy Brunson, and Helen Williams. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dan unloads on a pathetic new low for the WNBA after Phoenix Mercury head coach Nate Tibbetts defended Alyssa Thomas's shocking throat punch of Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark. Plus, 2X MLS All-Star, ake us inside the mindset of a player participating in the World Cup and is this the most talented U.S. team he's seen? Subscribe to Don't @ Me for daily videos and shorts: https://tr.ee/M6w2km Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Robin reacts to a rough outing for the Indiana Fever against the Phoenix Mercury in more ways than one.

A one-game suspension heard around the WNBA world and beyond. Caitlin Clark is out indefinitely, Marina Mabrey explodes for 53 points, and more with Marisa Ingemi and Richard Cohen.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The past week has featured a number of rather important sports stories.  Some are quite newsworthy and will have lasting impact.  Others seem to be overblown stories being pushed by the media just to meet deadline requirements. How do you view these stories?  News or Snooze? Oklahoma Sooners downed North Carolina to claim the men’s College World Series title A: Newsworthy The SEC just won its seventh consecutive men’s College World Series baseball title after unseeded Oklahoma blasted the favored and #5 seed North Carolina Tar Heels 13-2 on Monday night in Omaha. OU’s “Slugging Sooners” K-O’d every opponent they faced during the postseason in their unprecedented march to college baseball’s national title. Oklahoma barely made it into the NCAA 64-team tournament field.  OU finished in 11th place in the SEC regular season with a lowly 14-16 conference record. The Sooners took advantage of their good fortune to make the college baseball playoffs and took down #2 seed Georgia Tech in Atlanta in the opening round. They next traveled to #15 Kansas in the Super Regionals and swept the Jayhawks right out of the tournament. In Omaha, OU took down #7 Alabama and #3 Georgia to earn a spot in the best-of-three title series against #5 North Carolina. Yes, Oklahoma definitely caught fire at the right time of the season.  It was their first baseball title since 1994. Well done, Sooners! Last week, troubled college QB Brendan Sorsby entered the NFL Supplemental Draft.  This week, the NFL canceled their own Supplemental Draft. A: Snooze worthy I just can’t muster up a lot of tears for either Brendan Sorsby or Texas Tech right now.  If anyone was wearing the black hat this week, it was definitely the NFL. Brendan Sorsby (as we’ll explain later) made a timely application to the NFL before the league’s Monday, June 22 deadline to enter the Supplemental Draft. On Tuesday, the pro football league completely hosed this young man by abruptly canceling its annual Supplemental Draft.  The event is normally conducted in August for a handful of eligible football players who did not participate in April’s seven-round selection process. As you may recall, Brendan Sorsby was the young man who admitted to betting on college football games (including those of his own team) along with many other sports. This spring, he acknowledged having a gambling addiction and went away for counseling and treatment.  Upon completion of the program, the NCAA ruled that Sorsby was still ineligible to play football this fall at Texas Tech as an incoming transfer student.  Sorsby then sued the NCAA in a final attempt to regain his eligibility. With unprecedented speed, a court in northwest Texas ruled that Brendan Sorsby could, indeed, play football this fall for the Red Raiders.  His trial vs. the NCAA was generously moved to begin during February, 2027 (long after this year’s football season ends). The Big 12 Conference objected, too.  They wanted Sorsby banned this season for breaking the rules on gambling.  The conference met to determine an appopriate punishment for Texas Tech if Sorsby hit the field this fall for the Red Raiders. Sorsby (as we predicted) did the right thing last week.  He said adios to Texas Tech and declared his intention to participate in the NFL’s Supplemental Draft.  The NFL then pulled the rug on this event and left Sorsby homeless (football-wise) for this fall. Don’t feel sad for Brendan Sorsby, though.  Texas Tech (whose athletics program is supported by several wealthy energy leaders) agreed to pay the young man the estimated $5 million his 2026 NIL deal is worth anyway. Invest it well, young man! Speaking of drafts, the NBA held its annual player draft this week A: Snooze worthy Quick!  Tell me the first round NBA selection made by your favorite NBA team on Tuesday night. Even many of the players being selected during the first and second rounds of the NBA Draft didn’t even know where they would be playing. That’s because an incredible 27 of the 60 players taken in Rounds 1 and 2 of the NBA Draft were immediately traded by the team which had just selected them. What’s going on here? The first 12 selections in Round 1 will be playing (for now) for the teams which drafted them.  Ten of the next 18 players selected were shipped to another team moments after receiving a ceremonial team cap and shaking NBA Commissioner Adam Silver’s hand on-stage. Round 2 was an even bigger mess.  A total of 17 of the 30 players (57%) picked in the second round were immediately traded to another team. Outside of the first 12 players selected in Round 1, the majority of basketball players picked in this week’s NBA Draft apparently were not highly coveted. Cheap advice – Keep your bags packed! The NCAA recommends college athletes be allowed to play for five seasons over five years?!! A: Newsworthy College athletes have long been given four years of athletic eligibility to participate in varsity athletics.  A flawed concept called taking a “red shirt” was used to allow underutilized players (generally freshmen) to participate in team practices for an extra year prior to playing in games. This concept kept getting pushed to the limits.  Players injured before the midway point in a season started requesting the NCAA to grant them an extra year of eligibility. This week, the NCAA’s Division 1 Cabinet issued a proposed rule change to make this issue much simpler (we hope).  The athlete will be allowed five years to participate in college athletics from the earlier of the date of full-time enrollment or the academic year following his/her 19th birthday. This “Five in Five” concept is expected to begin this fall. Yes, it means that a healthy athlete could (potentially) play five consecutive years of major college athletics. The NCAA has finally acted on a relevant issue for college athletics.  Unsurprisingly, there has already been some legal pushback filed by players. Stay tuned to see if this change to college athletics is actually implemented this fall. The PGA Tour announced some radical changes to its structure beginning in 2028 A: Newsworthy LIV Golf has been criticized by many, but the upstart league has forced the stodgy PGA Tour to make some radical changes. The PGA Tour announced on Tuesday that there will be two “tracks” for top pro golfers beginning in the year 2028. A new “Championship” division will feature up to 24 tournament events from February through August. This grouping will feature the top 100 ranked golfers playing 72 holes with a 36-hole cut (as before).  The prize money in these events will total at least $20 million. There will also be a new “Challenger” level that will play at least 20 events from February through August. These will have larger fields (144 golfers) and 36-hole cuts, but the tournament prize money will be about $4 million per event. Players who win two tournaments in one season at the “Challenger” level will immediately be promoted up to the Championship division. Golfers in the Championship upper division who finish their season ranked #91-100 will be demoted to the Challenger level for the following year. More details are expected to be announced in the coming months. This announcement quietly confirms that the PGA Tour continues to struggle attracting its top golfers to appear in some of its mid-level tournaments.  Those events usually offer a lower payout than average, too. In case you were wondering, LIV Golf (which might fold at any time) is paying its golfers a total tournament purse of $30 million in 2026.  However, LIV Golf is only playing 14 tournaments worldwide this year. Caitlin Clark’s latest WNBA assailant gets suspended for one game A: Snooze worthy Many fans of the Women’s NBA (WNBA) want to watch the talented scoring outside shooting machine named Caitlin Clark produce plenty of points like the NBA’s Steph Curry. The WNBA’s television ratings and attendance rise whenever third-year shooting guard Caitlin Clark’s Indiana Fever is featured on national TV or playing in an opponent’s arena. Unfortunately, many players in the WNBA just don’t like Clark.  Some have made her life exceedingly difficult by playing excessively physical defense against the 6′ shooting guard. The number of dirty plays involving Caitlin Clark on the receiving end are becoming far too commonplace in the WNBA.  Worse yet, the three referees on the court are letting a lot of the rough play go without even blowing their whistles. Can you imagine if talented NBA offensive stars such as Pistol Pete Maravich or Larry Bird were being routinely mugged and injured by opposing players?  The men’s pro basketball league understood the value which those stars brought to their league. On the other hand, the WNBA doesn’t seem to have a clue. Another scary moment involving Caitlin Clark (fifth in the WNBA in scoring at 21 points/game) occurred Wednesday night as the Indiana Fever played the Phoenix Mercury. Clark was tripped while handling the basketball. As she laid on the floor, Phoenix forward Alyssa Thomas (who is listed at 6’2” and weighs 202 pounds according to the WNBA website) “recklessly made contact with her fist to the throat area of Caitlin Clark.” That quote was issued by the league AFTER the game when this play was reviewed. For her part, Alyssa Thomas was assessed a Level 2 Flagrant foul and then received a one game suspension. Question:  How could three highly trained WNBA referees miss all of that mayhem on the floor?  What were they looking at?  Or, perhaps, were they instructed before the game to overlook it? None of the officials blew a whistle on the play despite the rather obvious unnecessary roughness imparted by Caitlin Clark’s opponents. Whether the WNBA players like Caitlin Clark or not, they better hope that she doesn’t vanish to play go basketball in Europe next season. If that she should leave, fan interest in the WNBA may quickly revert back to the mediocre levels it had before Clark entered the league just three years ago.  *Ol’ SwampSwami and his long-suffering sports wife will be out next week babysitting a couple of our energetic grandsons in N. Louisiana.  We’ll visit again after the July 4th holiday.    Happy 250th birthday, America!  The post Newsworthy or “Snooze worthy”? appeared first on SwampSwamiSports.com.

Caitlin Clark left the Indiana Fever game in the second half Wednesday night...and didn't return to finish against the Phoenix Mercury. Supposedly...Caitlin Clark was dealing with back problems. But some Caitlin Clark fans believe that...Caitlin Clark quit on the team. We reveal and react to Caitlin Clark...and her dramatic exit Wednesday night. We discuss whether or not Caitlin Clark quit on the Indiana Fever. We also explain why Caitlin Clark should consider leaving the WNBA...and why the WNBA isn't ready for a mainstream audience. SUBSCRIBE TO BEHIND THE LINE - SHORTS: https://www.youtube.com/@btlshorts-84

Dan Dakich exposes the blatant jealousy running through the WNBA after Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark was shockingly excluded from the league's 30th-anniversary poster. Dan breaks down the controversial, uncalled on-court hit by Alyssa Thomas and DeWanna Bonner that left the Fever guard injured, and slams the Phoenix Mercury for mocking the situation on social media. Is the league's petty ego actively trying to destroy its own golden goose? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Some thoughts on the new NCAA 5 in 5 eligibility model, recapping last night's WNBA highlights, previewing tonight's slate, and more with Brittany Carper and Helen Williams. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hour 1 Segment 1 While Tony is away, Mike Koolidge fills in! Mike starts the first hour of the show talking about the Chicago Bears in the next steps of moving to Hammond, Indiana. Mike also talks about the latest Supreme Court rulings. Hour 1 Segment 2 Mike talks about the latest election results from communists in New York. Hour 1 Segment 3 Mike talks more about the latest election results from communists in New York. Hour 1 Segment 4 Mike wraps up the first hour of the show talking about Darializa Avila Chevalier. Hour 2 Segment 1 While Tony is away, Mike Koolidge fills in! Mike starts the second hour of the show talking about how to take on bad government and bad policies. Hour 2 Segment 2 Mike talks more about the Chicago Bears in the next steps of moving to Hammond, Indiana. Hour 2 Segment 3 Mike talks about Caitlin Clark not being on the WNBA 30th anniversary poster. Mike also talks about Alyssa Thomas hitting Caitlin Clark in the throat from last night’s Phoenix Mercury vs. Indiana Fever game. Hour 2 Segment 4 Mike wraps up the second hour of the show talking about the MLB pride night caps with the San Francisco Giants and the Los Angeles Dodgers. Hour 3 Segment 1 While Tony is away, Mike Koolidge fills in! Mike starts the final hour of the show talking about 10% of registered voters voted in the New York elections. Mike also talks about transfemicide state of emergency in Chicago. Hour 3 Segment 2 Mike talks about Joy Behar speaking on the New York election results on The View. Hour 3 Segment 3 Mike talks about Rush Limbaugh’s widow saying how much he loved the U.S. and that he would’ve loved America 250. Hour 3 Segment 4 Mike wraps up another edition of the show talking about a poll on how Americans view the country.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 Segment 1 While Tony is away, Mike Koolidge fills in! Mike starts the second hour of the show talking about how to take on bad government and bad policies. Hour 2 Segment 2 Mike talks more about the Chicago Bears in the next steps of moving to Hammond, Indiana. Hour 2 Segment 3 Mike talks about Caitlin Clark not being on the WNBA 30th anniversary poster. Mike also talks about Alyssa Thomas hitting Caitlin Clark in the throat from last night’s Phoenix Mercury vs. Indiana Fever game. Hour 2 Segment 4 Mike wraps up the second hour of the show talking about the MLB pride night caps with the San Francisco Giants and the Los Angeles Dodgers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on America in the MorningTrump Wins Key War Powers Vote After Contentious GOP MeetingA loud and contentious meeting with Senate Republicans results in a victory for President Trump on another War Powers Resolution vote. John Stolnis reports from Washington. Postmaster General Defends USPS FinancesThe U.S. Postmaster General testified before Congress about the financial future of the United States Postal Service. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. IRS Tax Season Report CardThe IRS performed better than expected during tax season after slashing staff—except on the phones. A new watchdog report says many taxpayers received refunds on time, but some groups faced significant delays and difficulty getting assistance. Correspondent Marcela Sanchez reports. Federal Judge Blocks Voting RequirementWashington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports a federal judge has barred President Trump from implementing a proof-of-citizenship requirement for voting. Wall Street TodayJessica Ettinger (CNBC) reports on President Trump's comments that Iran cannot charge tolls and how investors reacted on Wall Street. Chemours Reaches $450 Million SettlementCorrespondent Haya Panjwani reports on Chemours agreeing to pay $450 million to settle a "forever chemicals" case. Northern California EarthquakeCorrespondent Ed Donahue reports a moderate earthquake shook a rural area of Northern California, the region's strongest quake since 1940. Reuters: Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela, killing at least 32 people and injuring 700 more as buildings collapsed in and around the capital Caracas. Second HalfTrump's Showdown with CassidyLisa Dwyer reports on a heated exchange between President Trump and Senator Bill Cassidy during a Republican meeting on Capitol Hill. New York Primary TakeawaysCorrespondent Julie Walker reports on Zohran Mamdani's influence in New York races and the biggest takeaways from Tuesday's primaries. Texas Flooding Fallout ContinuesThe fallout surrounding last summer's deadly flooding at an all-girls camp in Texas continues nearly a year later. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports. Trump Visits Capitol HillCorrespondent Haya Panjwani reports on President Trump's canceled bill signing and his visit to Capitol Hill to meet with increasingly frustrated Republican senators. Life Along Israel's Northern BorderCorrespondent Charles de Ledesma reports on Lebanese families living along the edge of Israel's occupation, where fear and rising tensions continue. Cybersecurity AlertCybersecurity researchers have uncovered 16 billion stolen login credentials harvested by infostealer malware. The New Old Tech Guy, Chuck Palm, has that. Sports Caitlin Clark Leaves Game with Back InjuryIndiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark was forced to leave Wednesday night's game against the Phoenix Mercury because of back issues. John Stolnis has Thursday Sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jason ponders aloud whether he's lost his man card? His infatuation with the WNBA has coaching confidants mocking him for having a case of “Caitlin-itis.” Yes, Miami captured headlines acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo, possibly altering the balance in the NBA Eastern Conference; however, Jason couldn't take his eyes off the physical confrontation between the Indiana Fever and Phoenix Mercury. Jason brings Steve Kim, Jay Skapinac, Dre Baldwin, and Charles Baker to discuss his Caitlin Clark derangement syndrome, who goes first overall in the NBA draft, and if it's possible the Cleveland Browns trade Shedeur Sanders?   Today's Sponsors: Patriot Mobile Patriot Mobile is so much more than a great wireless service. They've built a growing movement of Americans defending faith, family, freedom, and the future of this country—by donating millions every year to organizations fighting for our freedoms. Go to https://PatriotMobile.com/FEARLESS or call 972-PATRIOT. Use promo code FEARLESS for a FREE MONTH of service. ➢ Follow Our GUESTS https://www.youtube.com/@DreAllDay https://www.youtube.com/@skap_attack https://x.com/SteveKim323 ➢ Subscribe to Jason's other channel https://www.youtube.com/JasonWhitlock?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockHarmony?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockBYOG?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockClips?sub_confirmation=1 ➢ Connect with Jason on Social Media:  https://x.com/JasonWhitlock  https://www.instagram.com/realjasonwhitlock/ https://www.facebook.com/jasonwhitlock ➢ Send Jason an Email FearlessBlazeShow@gmail.com ➢ Support The Blaze Visit https://TheBlaze.com. Explore the all-new ad-free experience and see for yourself how we're standing up against suppression and prioritizing independent journalism. Support Conservative Voices! Subscribe to BlazeTV at https://www.fearlessmission.com and get $20 off your yearly subscription. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode, we talk about the Players of the Week, the rise of the Atlanta Dream, the streaking Washington Mystics, a whole lot of technical fouls handed out in Indianapolis, and much more with Christy Winters Scott and Cindy Brunson. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00-24:52) – Query & Company opens a Monday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing how one-year ago today Tyrese Haliburton tore his achilles in game seven of the NBA Finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Eddie also breaks the news that Dusty May will be leaving Michigan for the Dallas Mavericks to become their next head coach. (24:52-48:48) – Rahal Letterman-Lanigan driver, Graham Rahal, joins Jake Query to give his perspective on the incident with Will Power at the end of Sunday’s IndyCar race in Elkhart Lake and address the reaction that people had to his tweet over the weekend about Indianapolis crime. Graham also explains what the blocking rule is and how it was interpreted yesterday with his contact with Power. (48:48-1:12:26) – The Dean, Mike Chappell, from CBS4 & FOX59 joins Query & Company to discuss the news that Dusty May is leaving Michigan for the NBA and if he can recall any college football coaches making a successful transition to the NFL. They also get into if it is more difficult for a coach to get their personnel to mold to their philosophy or a coach to change its philosophy to what they have been given. (1:12:26-1:28:00) – FanDuel Sports Network host & sideline reporter, Jeremiah Johnson, joins Jake Query to discuss what goes on during the off-season for him and remember what life was like a year ago today when Tyrese Haliburton went down in game seven of the NBA Finals. They also dive into how different the Pacers style of play could look next season with Ivica Zubac and Haliburton playing together and evaluate an area where the Pacers have a need. (1:28:00-1:33:11) – Hour number two of Query & Company concludes with Jake discussing a conversation that he had with his Australian friend Michael at dinner on Friday night about the FIFA World Cup and NBA teams. (1:33:11-1:59:16) – The IndyStar Indiana Fever beat reporter, Chloe Peterson, makes a return appearance on Query & Company to discuss with Jake what went wrong in the last two meetings with the Atlanta Dream. They also preview tonight’s game against the Phoenix Mercury and attempt to figure out how they can get Lexie Hull going offensively. (1:59:16-2:15:29) – The United States Men’s National Team, USMNT, is 2-0 in FIFA World Cup Play after defeating Australia 2-0 on Friday. Former professional goalie Juergen Sommer makes another appearance on the program to highlight what he liked about their performance without Christian Pulisic and access where the USMNT is playing right now in relation to the favorites in the tournament. (2:15:29-2:17:27) – The show closes out with JMV joining Jake Query to preview his show and discuss the news of Dusty May becoming the Dallas Mavericks head coach!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's show begins with a special guest appearance by 4-time WNBA Champion Head Coach Van Chancellor. Plus, the Atlanta Dream got a big road win over the Indiana Fever, the WNBA schedule will expand, and All-Star voting is ongoing. Cindy Brunson and Helen Williams break it all down and more.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I'm breaking down another chaotic week in the WNBA. From the Atlanta Dream's continued reliance on three-point shooting to the Phoenix Mercury's turnover problems, several teams are struggling with the same issues week after week—and some coaches don't seem interested in making adjustments. Plus, I share my biggest takeaways from the week, the teams trending in the right direction, and the coaching decisions that left me scratching my head.-Follow me on social media:https://linktr.ee/toriphillips5-Links:https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8sG9rYy/-Chapters:00:00 Intro00:26 Housekeeping | Like, Subscribe, Follow, Comment 01:00 Schedule Change | New Episodes Fridays02:36 Follow the Socials & All-Star Voting 05:00 JJ Quinerly & Sug Sutton 05:32 Angel Reese & Izzy Harrison | Foul, Soft Ejections, or All of the Above 09:30 Dream vs Sky 11:30 Coaching Critiques 14:26 Dream vs Sky | Sky Coaching & Future Adjustments 20:39 WIngs vs Lynx 24:46 Mercury vs Valkyries | How the Mercury can start putting wins together29:43 Sun vs Tempo 32:02 Sparks vs Storm | Dearica Hamby & Sparks Struggles 39:44 Sky vs Fever | Sydney Taylor Masterclass 42:58 Liberty vs Dream 47:29 Mercury vs Wings 50:27 Aces vs Fire 51:42 The Fire Issue | Carla and Teja55:47 Coaches aren't adjusting 58:20 Stats from the Game 58:43 Tempo vs Mystics 1:01:40 Valkyries vs Storm 1:05:05 Fever vs Sun 1:07:22 Lynx vs Aces 1:10:40 Wings vs Fire 1:12:11 Sparks vs Mercury1:13:57 Dream vs Tempo 1:17:38 Liberty vs Mystics | Knowing Your Role 1:28:16 Wings vs Aces1:31:01 Lynx vs Fire 1:33:39 Sparks vs Valkyries

Reviewing the highlights of the 2026 WNBA Commissioner's Cup games, discussing where some teams stand at this point in the season, and more with Jamie Steyer Johnson and Richard Cohen. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Recapping a tremendous Thursday night of WNBA action, previewing some of the top weekend games, and more with Brittany Carper and Brian “BMac” Mackay.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Recapping a sensational slate of Tuesday night WNBA action, and more with Marisa Ingemi and Tyler DeLuca. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, we're ranking every WNBA team from worst to best through Weeks 3 and 4 and making some early pre-All-Star break seeding predictions.From teams still searching for consistency to the contenders setting the pace for the rest of the league, we're breaking down what has worked, what hasn't, and where every franchise stands heading into the next stretch of the season. We discuss the challenges facing teams at the bottom of the standings, what separates the league's elite from the pack, and why the best teams often force their opponents to rise to the occasion.-Follow me on social media:https://linktr.ee/toriphillips5-Chapters:00:00 Intro00:17 Opening Remarks 03:21 Pre-All-Star Seeding Predictions 05:52 Connecticut Sun (15) | Young team figuring it out 12:33 Seattle Storm (14) | Young Rebuild, promising17:22 Chicago Sky (13) | Underwhelming, not a contending team 24:24 Phoenix Mercury (12) | Why does the team look better w/o stars?29:30 Washington Mystics (11) | Growing Pains 36:21 8-10 Seed Shuffle 37:50 LA Sparks (8-10) | It's on the coach to me 40:11 Portland Fire (8-10) | Forcing your opponents to rise to the occasion 46:31 Toronto Tempo (8-10) | Strong bones 50:08 Indiana Fever (7) | They'll be fine 53:25 Golden State Valkyries (6) | Something is missing56:46 I don't like all the 3s, from any team 58:51 Addressing my tweet 1:00:00 New York Liberty (5) | What does Sabrina's return look like?1:04:25 Atlanta Dream (4) | ‘The Permission' decides 1:08:37 Dallas Wings (3) | A matter of time 1:13:12 Las Vegas Ace (2) | Great team that continues to improve their roster 1:16:10 Minnesota Lynx (1) | Can they win a chip? TBD

We are through the first quarter of the 2026 WNBA season, and some teams have things figured out, some are beginning to show signs of progress, and more with Brittany Carper and Jamie Steyer Johnson.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

An update on Toronto Tempo guard Kiki Rice's ankle sprain, a recap of Thursday night's Commissioner's Cup action, and more as Chelsea Leite and Tyler DeLuca take you into the weekend.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Week 3 of the WNBA has come and gone and we're chatting about it all! The fish and chippies with players and coaches! Who won our Fantasy League face-off! If the Phoenix Mercury need Theranos!#newyorkliberty #LasVegasAces #SeattleStorm #IndianaFever #ConnecticutSun #PhoenixMercury #DallasWings #ChicagoSky #MinnesotaLynx #WashingtonMystics #LosAngelesSparks #AtlantaDream #TorontoTempo #GoldenStateValkyries #UConnHuskies #Paigebueckers #azzifudd #caitlinclark

Season 5's team collector series continues with a deep dive into the Phoenix Mercury.Katelyn sits down with Gavin (@card_collecther), a Mercury season ticket holder and dedicated team collector, to explore what makes the franchise one of the defining organizations in WNBA history.They discuss the Mercury's identity, the influence of Diana Taurasi, Alyssa Thomas' place on the hobby's Disrespect Index, the power of the X-Factor fan base, and how team collecting creates a deeper connection to the game.The conversation also explores collecting philosophy, personal grails, community, rivalries, franchise history, and why collecting a team often becomes about much more than the cards.If you've ever built a collection around a team, a city, or a feeling, this episode is for you.Check out Card Ladder the official data partner of The WNBA Card PodcastFollow the WNBA Card Podcast on Instagram Get your free copy of Collecting For Keeps: Finding Meaning In A Hobby Built On HypeGet exclusive content, promote your cards, and connect with other collectors who listen to the pod today by joining the Patreon: Join Stacking Slabs Podcast Patreon[Distributed on Sunday] Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this linkFollow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | TiktokFollow Katelyn: | Instagram ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

As the 2026 WNBA Commissioner's Cup games are set to tip off, last year's champion Indiana Fever has a ton of discourse surrounding it, and more with Jamie Steyer Johnson and Marisa Ingemi. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

From stories of travel troubles to marvelling over marquee matchups, Chelsea Leite and Jamie Steyer Johnson put their hands up, they're playing their song, and they know they're going to be ok, in this awesome episode.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A huge slate of games from Wednesday night, discussions on some of the officiating points of emphasis, and more with Richard Cohen and Brian “BMac” Mackay. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Recorded on May 5th* Are the Phoenix Mercury the most underrated team in the WNBA heading into the 2026 season?

The Dallas Wings put on a scoring showcase at Barclays against the New York Liberty, fueled by Azzi Fudd's 17-point third-quarter explosion. Plus, Awa Fam shines in her Seattle Storm debut, and more, with Brittany Carper and Tyler DeLuca.HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Recapping the action from Thursday night, previewing the weekend slate, giving the Upshot League some love, and more with Brittany Carper and Helen Williams. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A recap of the Toronto Tempo's win in Phoenix, international players beginning to arrive after overseas commitments, injuries piling up around the WNBA, and more, with Chelsea Leite and Richard Cohen. HerHoopStats.com: Unlocking better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones begin dissecting second-round playoff action! They react to the Game 1 victories of the Knicks and Timberwolves, then discuss potential tweaks we may see from the Sixers and Spurs.  They also preview the other second-round series -- Lakers-Thunder and Cavs-Pistons -- by digging into the matchups, lineups, and schematic battles that could decide each winner. From there, the guys shift to the WNBA to begin previewing the upcoming season! They start with their top contenders heading into the season, first highlighting the areas (and players) they're excited about, then discussing potential problem areas they'll monitor as the season goes on. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com. 0:00 Welcome 1:35 Knicks-Sixers 15:33 Spurs-Timberwolves 34:35 Lakers-Thunder 49:02 Cavaliers-Pistons 01:01:18 Las Vegas Aces 01:08:58 New York Liberty 01:15:41 Atlanta Dream 01:20:55 Indiana Fever 01:24:51 Phoenix Mercury 01:28:54 Minnesota Lynx & Los Angeles Sparks   Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app: