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Sarah Strong can carry a team. But how much is UConn going to ask her to carry?! Michigan handed the Huskies a reality check, Geno Auriemma called out his supporting cast, and even a monster bounce-back performance against Iowa couldn’t erase every concern. Trysta Krick and Sarah Chovnick break down UConn’s turnovers, defensive struggles, and the uncomfortable question hanging over this team: who steps up when Sarah Strong can’t bail everybody out? And with South Carolina looming, the schedule is showing absolutely no mercy. Plus, Michigan deserves its flowers, Kentucky’s Ajša Sivka is putting the country on notice, and Dawn Staley’s Gamecocks just demolished North Carolina. If this is what South Carolina looks like already, who’s actually stopping them? 🏀 Michigan’s statement win over UConn—and why the Wolverines are for real 🏀 Geno’s blunt assessment of the Huskies’ supporting cast 🏀 Sarah Strong’s Iowa takeover and the problems a win doesn’t erase 🏀 The latest rankings: who earned their spot and who needs more respect? 🏀 Ajša Sivka’s shooting clinic, Kentucky’s ceiling, and her Chicago Sky connection 🏀 Where is Maddyn Greenway in Kentucky’s rotation? 🏀 South Carolina’s beatdown of UNC and its ridiculous roster depth 💬 Are UConn’s issues growing pains or real warning signs? And who has the best shot at beating South Carolina? 👍 Like the video if you enjoyed it. 🔔 Subscribe for two new episodes every week covering the WNBA and women's basketball. CHAPTERS 00:00 Cold Open, Weekend Catch-Up & Football Trash Talk 04:13 Michigan Beats UConn: What Went Wrong? 08:33 Geno Calls Out UConn’s Supporting Cast 11:03 Michigan Deserves Its Flowers 16:55 Sarah Strong Takes Over Against Iowa 19:14 UConn’s Schedule Gets Even Tougher 20:53 Rankings Debate: Did UConn Deserve To Stay Top Five? 25:40 Kentucky & Ajša Sivka Demand Your Attention 29:32 Sivka’s Chicago Sky Connection & WNBA Future 38:25 Where Is Maddyn Greenway? 40:20 South Carolina Demolishes North Carolina 45:38 Upcoming Games To Watch #LetHerShoot #UConn #WomensBasketball #SouthCarolina #TheDailyW See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

College basketball is BACK, and we already have questions! JuJu Watkins has returned for USC, but is the “better than ever” conversation getting ahead of itself? Trysta Krick and Sarah Chovnick break down her comeback, USC’s loaded roster, and whether the Trojans are the biggest threat to Dawn Staley’s South Carolina squad. Plus, Maryland gives the Gamecocks a fourth-quarter wake-up call, UConn reloads around Sarah Strong, and Hannah Hidalgo’s supporting cast has us getting excited about Notre Dame. Before diving into college hoops, we tackle the Liberty’s coaching fallout and Sarah’s theory about the next WNBA commissioner. 🏀 JuJu Watkins’ return: encouraging signs, rust, and sky-high expectations 🏀 USC’s trio of JuJu, Jazzy Davidson, and Saniyah Hall 🏀 South Carolina’s defensive concerns after Maryland’s comeback push 🏀 Sarah Strong, UConn’s new faces, and a loaded nonconference schedule 🏀 Hannah Hidalgo and Notre Dame’s potential 🏀 Chris DeMarco, the Liberty, and what New York needs next 🏀 Overseas season openers and Sarah’s beef with “Lady” mascots 💬 Who poses the biggest threat to South Carolina? And which team or player deserves more love on our next episode? 👍 Like the video if you enjoyed it. 🔔 Subscribe for two new episodes every week covering the WNBA and women's basketball. CHAPTERS 00:00 College Basketball Is Back! 00:35 Fever Fans, Sophie Cunningham & Basketball Discourse 05:23 Liberty Coaching Fallout: The Chris DeMarco Debate 12:47 What Should New York Do Next? 16:29 Sarah’s WNBA Commissioner Theory 17:38 JuJu Watkins Returns: Is the Hype Getting Ahead of Reality? 25:08 Is USC South Carolina’s Biggest Threat? 27:43 South Carolina’s Maryland Scare 34:02 The Gamecocks’ Tough Upcoming Tests 36:14 UConn Reloads Around Sarah Strong 42:51 Duke, Injuries & Early-Season Tests 44:53 Hannah Hidalgo & Notre Dame’s Potential 50:47 Oklahoma, UNC & Getting Players’ Names Right 52:02 Do Overseas Openers Help Grow the Game? 54:20 Sarah’s Beef With “Lady” Mascots 56:37 Oklahoma State & Who We Should Cover Next #WomensBasketball #CollegeBasketball #JuJuWatkins #WNBA #LetHerShoot See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Golden State Valkyries are WNBA champions, and Gabby Williams just had the best second half in Finals history. Trysta and Sarah react to the Valkyries’ Game 7 win over the Dream. They start with Gabby’s 30-point night (28 of them in the second half) and how she hunted Jordan Canada, made a 31-footer to take the lead for good and made a huge play on every possession down the stretch. Then they get into where Atlanta slipped, including Angel Reese’s seven shots, Karl Smesko’s late-game rotations and the wasted time on contested threes, plus Natalie Nakase’s coaching masterclass. Plus, what each team needs this offseason, Tiffany Hayes’ likely farewell, the Fever’s new assistant GM, the future of the Houston Comets’ coaching staff, the Sparks’ eyebrow-raising scout hire and why Angel Reese made Finals history even in a loss. IN THIS EPISODE:🏆 Valkyries win it all in Game 7🔥 Gabby Williams’ historic second half and Finals MVP💰 The Finals MVP bets that went wrong🤔 Why didn’t Angel Reese get more shots?🎯 Karl Smesko’s late-game decisions🧠 Natalie Nakase’s coaching masterclass👋 Tiffany Hayes’ likely farewell tour🆕 The Fever’s new assistant GM🏀 Houston Comets coaching staff questions⛪ Notre Dame vs. Villanova at the Vatican🎃 Caitlin Clark’s wholesome Halloween moment Was Gabby Williams the clear Finals MVP, and what should Atlanta do next? Tell us in the comments. 👍 Like the video if you enjoyed it.🔔 Subscribe for two new episodes every week covering the WNBA and women’s basketball.▶️ Watch on YouTube | 🎙️ Listen on Apple Podcasts & Spotify CHAPTERS00:00 We Have a Champion: The Valkyries Win It All00:45 Gabby Williams’ Historic Second Half01:33 The Finals MVP Bets Gone Wrong02:21 Find Gabby: How the Valkyries Fed Their Star03:06 How Gabby Beat Jordan Canada04:42 Gabby’s Fingerprints on the Fourth Quarter06:20 Gabby Takes the Loss Personally07:05 The Most Even Box Score Ever08:38 Why Didn’t Angel Reese Get More Shots?10:08 Karl Smesko’s Late-Game Decisions12:27 Atlanta’s Late-Game Execution Problems13:15 Natalie Nakase’s Coaching Masterpiece15:34 Valkyries Win Title in Year Two16:22 Who Were the Best Players on the Floor?18:40 What Both Teams Need in Free Agency19:28 Tiffany Hayes’ Likely Farewell21:00 Tiffany Hayes’ Speech and the Boos for the Commissioner21:48 Natalie Nakase’s Live TV Moment22:34 Dream Heartbreak and Angel’s Revenge Tour24:08 The WNBA Finals Song Debate25:41 Caitlin Clark’s Halloween Surprise27:15 Fever Hire an Assistant GM32:48 Houston Comets Keep the Coaching Staff35:57 The LA Sparks’ Scout Hire38:17 Wild Times in the W39:04 The Eternal City Tip-Off at the Vatican42:11 Angel Reese Makes Finals History #WNBA #WNBAFinals #GabbyWilliams #GoldenStateValkyries #LetHerShoot #TheDailyW See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Dream shot 75% from three in the first quarter, forced a Game 7 and left the league one win away from its biggest possible storyline.  Trysta and Sarah react to Atlanta’s Finals Game 6 blowout of the Valkyries, starting with Allisha Gray’s 23-point, 3-block bounce-back while playing through a finger injury. They dig into Rhyne Howard’s big threes, Angel Reese’s 14 rebounds, and how she held Kiah Stokes scoreless. Then they debate Golden State’s 9:30 a.m. start time, the cross-country travel, and how tired both teams will be for Game 7. Plus, why the WNBA would never want Angel Reese to lose, the uproar over the Fever hiring Excel Sports Management for their GM search, Caitlin Clark’s Pacers game outfit and the Eli Lilly commercial glam debate. They close with their Game 7 picks, and the hosts don’t agree. IN THIS EPISODE: 🔥 The Dream’s 8-three first quarter and 75% start from deep 💪 Allisha Gray plays through a finger injury, scores 23 and blocks 3 shots 🎯 Rhyne Howard’s big threes and Naz Hillmon’s efficient night 🌊 Angel Reese: 14 rebounds, a Kiah Stokes donut and a leader’s pep talk 😴 The 9:30 a.m. start time and the cross-country Finals fatigue debate ✈️ Why WNBA charter flights aren’t what you think 🤔 Why the league has every reason to want Angel Reese to win 🏢 The Fever’s Excel Sports Management hire, explained 👗 Caitlin Clark’s Pacers outfit and the Eli Lilly glam debate 🔮 Game 7 predictions: Dream or Valkyries? CHAPTERS  00:00 Angel Reese Is a Tide: Cold Open 00:49 Trysta’s Quad Shot Chaos 02:24 The W Sports Equinox: Game 7, Decision Day and College Hoops 03:58 Shout-Out to Everyone Who Called In Sick for Game 6 05:31 Why Women’s Sports Fans Show Up on a Thursday 08:41 The Dream Fan Base vs. Allisha Gray’s Injured Finger 11:04 Allisha Gray’s 23-Point Bounce-Back 11:50 Atlanta’s Eight-Three First Quarter 13:23 Rhyne Howard Finds Her Shot 14:10 The Valkyries’ Late Push Falls Short 14:59 The 9:30 A.M. Start Time Debate 18:49 How Tired Will Both Teams Be for Game 7? 20:22 The Reality of WNBA Charter Flights 21:52 Angel Reese’s 14 Rebounds and Kiah Stokes’ Donut 23:25 Angel Reese the Leader 26:35 Would the WNBA Really Want Angel to Lose? 33:33 The Fever, Excel Sports Management and the GM Search 37:28 Words We Can’t Say in W Sports Anymore 38:15 Caitlin Clark’s Pacers Game Outfit 41:18 The Eli Lilly Commercial Glam Debate 45:15 Game 7 Predictions 46:47 Sign-Off #WNBA #WNBAFinals #AngelReese #WomensBasketball #LetHerShoot #TheDailyW See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One win from a championship. One very frustrated Atlanta offense. The Golden State Valkyries put the clamps on the Dream in Game 5—and now Atlanta needs answers fast. Trysta Krick and Sarah Chovnick break down Golden State’s 64–55 win, Natalie Nakase’s defensive adjustments around Angel Reese, and the impact of Veronica Burton and Kiah Stokes. Did Atlanta keep forcing a game plan that wasn’t working? And how much of this loss belongs on the officiating versus the Dream’s turnovers and missed shots? Plus, the hosts react to Reese and Karl Smesko’s postgame comments, Nakase’s candid explanation of how listening to her players changed the series, and the Game 6 scheduling mess. They debate the balance between home-court advantage and national visibility, Finals broadcast access, and the “poverty franchise” discourse before checking out an early WNBA mock draft. 🏀 How Golden State shut down Atlanta’s offense 🏀 Veronica Burton’s bounce-back performance and Kiah Stokes’ impact 🏀 Angel Reese, missed calls, and the postgame frustration 🏀 Natalie Nakase’s adjustments—and why listening matters 🏀 Game 6 scheduling, arena conflicts, and Finals visibility 🏀 The “poverty franchise” debate 🏀 JuJu Watkins, Madison Booker, and early WNBA mock draft reactions Can Atlanta adjust and force Game 7, or are the Valkyries closing this out? And who deserves the most blame for the Game 6 scheduling situation? Drop your takes below. 👍 Like the video if you enjoyed it. 🔔 Subscribe for two new episodes every week covering the WNBA and women's basketball.  CHAPTERS 00:00 Game 6 scheduling cold open 00:49 The Wire vs. The Sopranos 04:17 Valkyries win Game 5: Stokes, defense, and turnovers 07:59 Officiating debate: Why Atlanta lost 11:37 Smesko’s game plan vs. Nakase’s adjustments 13:11 Veronica Burton flips the script 14:57 Zendaya and the crowd at Valkyries Game 5 16:34 Angel Reese and Karl Smesko’s postgame reactions 22:35 Natalie Nakase on listening to her players 25:43 Game 6 scheduling and Atlanta’s arena conflict 31:00 Finals broadcast access and growing the WNBA 32:57 WNBA criticism and bad-faith commentary 35:32 The “poverty franchise” debate 40:53 WNBA mock draft: JuJu Watkins and more 43:02 Coffee takes, Caitlin Clark, and the comments section 45:59 Next episode and wrap-up #WNBA #WNBAFinals #GoldenStateValkyries #AtlantaDream #LetHerShoot See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can Indiana change its reputation—and build a contender around Caitlin Clark? Trysta Krick and Sarah Chovnick unpack the Fever’s front-office shakeup and discuss reporting from The Athletic about players’ and agents’ concerns over the environment surrounding the franchise. Is Stephanie White’s job safe? What happens with Kelsey Mitchell and Sophie Cunningham? And can new leadership address the issues the hosts believe could hurt Indiana in free agency? Plus, the Golden State Valkyries have pulled the WNBA Finals even at 2–2! Trysta and Sarah break down Atlanta’s costly mistakes, Angel Reese’s tough shooting night, and Natalie Nakase’s bold lineup changes. With the series heading back to Golden State, who has the edge—and why is Atlanta’s Game 6 venue still a question? Then, the All-WNBA selections spark another debate: should Angel Reese have made First Team, does Jackie Young deserve a spot over Caitlin Clark, and where’s the recognition for the Valkyries? 🏀 In this episode: • Indiana’s leadership changes and the fallout from The Athletic’s report • Stephanie White’s future and Caitlin Clark’s influence • Kelsey Mitchell, Sophie Cunningham, and the Fever’s roster questions • How Golden State evened the Finals in Atlanta • Angel Reese’s Game 4 struggles and Natalie Nakase’s adjustments • Atlanta’s Game 6 arena dilemma • All-WNBA disagreements, omissions, and tough calls 💬 What should Indiana’s new leadership address first? And with the Finals tied 2–2, are you taking the Dream or the Valkyries?  👍 Like the video if you enjoyed it.  🔔 Subscribe for two new episodes every week covering the WNBA and women's basketball.  CHAPTERS  00:00 Can Indiana build around Caitlin Clark? 00:37 Trysta’s latte dispute 03:29 Jay-Z concert stories from LA 06:52 Valkyries even the WNBA Finals 09:51 Atlanta’s turnovers and missed free throws 11:37 Angel Reese’s tough Game 4 14:41 Natalie Nakase shakes up the starting lineup 18:38 Who wins Game 5? 19:28 Atlanta’s Game 6 arena dilemma 26:40 Fever shakeup and The Athletic report 27:51 Is Stephanie White on the hot seat? 30:44 Can new leadership fix Indiana’s problems? 34:18 Kelsey Mitchell and the Fever’s roster decisions 36:48 Caitlin Clark’s long-term future in Indiana 39:26 All-WNBA debate: Angel Reese and First Team 42:20 Jackie Young vs. Caitlin Clark 44:34 No Valkyries on the All-WNBA teams? 46:11 What this season says about roster building 47:36 Wrap-up and the next episode #WNBA #LetHerShoot #IndianaFever #CaitlinClark #WNBAFinals See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Dream brought the game. Angel Reese’s critics can bring the excuses. Atlanta’s dominant Game 3 performance takes center stage on Let Her Shoot as we get into the WNBA Finals and the never-ending conversation around Angel Reese. Big stage, big response—and plenty to talk about. 🏀 Atlanta Dream’s dominant Game 3 🏀 Angel Reese and the conversation around her critics 🏀 What this result means for the rest of the WNBA Finals 💬 What’s your biggest takeaway from Game 3—and who’s winning the series? Drop your predictions below. 👍 Like the video if you enjoyed it. 🔔 Subscribe for two new episodes every week covering the WNBA and women’s basketball.    #WNBA #AngelReese #AtlantaDream #WNBAFinals #LetHerShoot See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Atlanta Dream had a chance to take Game 1 of the WNBA Finals, but Golden State closed out a 68–64 win. So how did Atlanta let it slip away—and how much credit belongs to the Valkyries’ defense, depth, and late-game execution? Trysta and Sarah break down Angel Reese’s quiet second half, Atlanta’s fourth-quarter scoring drought, and the questions around Rhyne Howard’s role in the offense. They also give Gabby Williams her flowers, debate Natalie Nakase’s coaching and rotation options, and react to Angel’s postgame press conference. Plus: Renee Montgomery’s dual role as an Atlanta Dream owner and TV analyst, player injuries to watch, and why the hosts worry this Finals matchup could be a tough first impression for new WNBA viewers. 🏀 Atlanta’s fourth-quarter collapse—and what changed🏀 Angel Reese and Rhyne Howard’s roles in the offense🏀 Golden State’s defense, depth, and coaching adjustments🏀 Gabby Williams’ Game 1 performance🏀 Angel Reese’s postgame exchange and the missing Dream voices🏀 Renee Montgomery’s role during the Finals🏀 The matchup, scheduling, and the WNBA’s new-fan appeal   Was Atlanta’s loss more about its own execution, or did Golden State force the result? Tell us in the comments. 👍 Like the video if you enjoyed it.🔔 Subscribe for two new episodes every week covering the WNBA and women's basketball. Chapters00:00 Game 1: a tough first impression?11:58 Welcome to Let Her Shoot12:24 Valkyries vs. Dream: how did Atlanta lose?18:24 The Rhyne Howard conversation23:17 Golden State’s defense and bench26:48 Gabby Williams’ rise in Golden State31:52 Angel Reese’s postgame press conference39:44 The postgame social media pile-on42:35 Injuries and moments around the game45:07 Renee Montgomery’s analyst role49:25 Enes Kanter and Game 350:48 The Finals matchup and WNBA ratings   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s Episode 100—and after three shows without a game, Trysta and Sarah have plenty to catch up on. They start with Elle Duncan’s take that the WNBA is the “most toxic space to cover” and dig into how a league they love became part of a culture war where praise for one player can be taken as a shot at another. They also discuss the backlash around Candace Parker’s comments on Angel Reese, debate the All-Rookie Team, and get into the Atlanta Dream’s Finals home at State Farm Arena. Then, for the 100th episode, Trysta and Sarah put each other’s lore to the test—and share the stories behind how they got here. 🏀 The Atlanta Dream’s Finals venue shuffle🎙️ Elle Duncan on the WNBA culture war💬 Candace Parker, Angel Reese, and online backlash⭐ The WNBA All-Rookie Team and a loaded rookie class👀 DiJonai Carrington and Jackie Young’s very public exchange🎂 Trysta and Sarah tell each other’s lore for Episode 100   What’s your take on the WNBA conversation right now? Can fans and analysts praise one player without it being read as criticism of another? 👍 Like the video if you enjoyed it.🔔 Subscribe for two new episodes every week covering the WNBA and women’s basketball. Chapters00:00 Episode 100: The WNBA and Each Other’s Lore02:50 The Atlanta Dream Find a Finals Home12:45 Elle Duncan on WNBA Coverage and the Culture War20:20 Candace Parker, Angel Reese, and the Backlash24:45 The WNBA All-Rookie Team Debate34:17 DiJonai Carrington and Jackie Young’s Exchange36:53 Trysta and Sarah Tell Each Other’s Lore   #WNBA #WomensBasketball #LetHerShoot See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

South Carolina just landed G.G. Banks, the top guard recruit in the 2027 class, choosing Dawn Staley and the Gamecocks over LSU and Texas. Trysta and Sarah dig into the commitment—and the bigger question behind it: where do elite guards go to develop for the WNBA?   They compare South Carolina and LSU’s track records with guards, make the case for UConn and Notre Dame as “Guard U,” and look at what Banks might need from Dawn Staley’s system. Plus, they revisit Angel Reese’s growth, debate what kind of fan culture women’s sports should embrace, and thank the listeners who helped build Let Her Shoot ahead of episode 100. 🏀 G.G. Banks chooses South Carolina over LSU and Texas 🏀 Why UConn and Notre Dame have become guard-development standouts 🏀 South Carolina and LSU’s WNBA guard track records 🏀 What Dawn Staley’s offense could mean for G.G. Banks 🏀 Angel Reese’s production before and after the break 🏀 The debate over fan behavior in women’s sports 🏀 A thank-you to the Let Her Shoot community before episode 100    Where would you send an elite guard who wants to make the WNBA jump: South Carolina, LSU, Notre Dame, or UConn? And what should passionate fans be able to bring to women’s sports?   👍 Like the video if you enjoyed it. 🔔 Subscribe for two new episodes every week covering the WNBA and women's basketball. Chapters 00:00 Women's sports isn't new 01:27 Klay Thompson, Megan Thee Stallion & a quick detour 03:23 Angel Reese's growth—and the numbers behind it 13:36 G.G. Banks picks South Carolina 17:07 Is either school “Guard U”? 18:38 UConn and Notre Dame's guard-development track records 21:33 LSU and South Carolina guards translating to the WNBA 27:08 What G.G. Banks needs to develop at South Carolina 32:08 Dawn Staley's recruiting class keeps growing 34:10 Should women's sports fans be “softer”? 41:08 The Aces–Fever fan debate 44:38 A thank-you before episode 100  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Liberty's season ended with a reset timeout nobody used, and the WNBA Finals are officially set: Dream vs. Valkyries. Trysta and Sarah break down the Liberty's sweep at the hands of the Dream, starting with the Game 2 sequence that had everyone asking why New York didn't use its timeout. They dig into Chris DeMarco's press conference, his bench rotations and whether the Liberty's coaching change was a miss. Then comes a heated debate over Sabrina Ionescu's playoff struggles and whether New York should move on from her. On the Dream side, they praise Angel Reese's growth under Karl Smesko, Jordan Canada's emergence as the team's most important player and a sweep without Allisha Gray. Plus, the Valkyries' overtime comeback to eliminate the Aces, why Becky Hammon took accountability for Las Vegas' season and what a roster with only five players under contract means for the offseason. IN THIS EPISODE:🗽 The Liberty's Game 2 timeout controversy🎤 Chris DeMarco's press conference and bench decisions🤔 Was firing Sandy Brondello a mistake?📉 Sabrina Ionescu's playoff pattern and the trade debate🌟 Angel Reese's growth under Karl Smesko🔥 Jordan Canada and the Dream sweep without Allisha Gray🌉 The Valkyries' overtime win to eliminate the Aces🏆 Becky Hammon's honest take on why the Aces fell💰 Finals MVP odds and bets🔮 Dream vs. Valkyries Finals predictions👔 Sarah's best friend's wedding and the same-day suit Who are you picking in the Finals, Dream or Valkyries? Tell us in the comments. 👍 Like the video if you enjoyed it.🔔 Subscribe for two new episodes every week covering the WNBA and women's basketball.▶️ Watch on YouTube | 🎙️ Listen on Apple Podcasts & Spotify CHAPTERS00:00 Cold Open: From "Smoking Crack" to the Finals00:47 The Liberty Get Swept01:34 Sarah's Wedding Weekend and the Same-Day Suit08:31 Liberty Coach Chris DeMarco Under Fire09:17 Game 2: The Liberty's Final Possession12:25 The Reset Timeout Nobody Used14:47 Chris DeMarco's Press Conference17:08 Why Didn't Han Xu, Marine Johannes or Pauline Astier Play?20:12 Was Firing Sandy Brondello a Miss?22:38 Sabrina Ionescu's Playoff Pattern28:55 Angel Reese's Growth Under Karl Smesko32:03 Jordan Canada and the Dream Sweep Without Allisha Gray33:35 The Finals Are Set: Dream vs. Valkyries34:22 Finals MVP Betting Odds36:42 Valkyries Beat the Aces in Overtime39:06 From "Clowns" to the Finals41:21 Becky Hammon on Why the Aces Fell44:29 The Aces' Offseason Problem47:37 Finals Predictions: Dream vs. Valkyries49:57 What's Next: College Basketball and the Show51:29 Sign-Off #WNBA #WNBAFinals #WNBAPlayoffs #WomensBasketball #LetHerShoot #TheDailyW See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Dream and the Valkyries both stole Game 1, and the WNBA semifinals just got a lot more interesting. Trysta and Sarah open by addressing last Saturday’s show and the reaction to it. Then they break down how DeWanna Bonner’s halftime message flipped the Liberty-Dream series, with 21 Liberty turnovers turning into 32 Dream points. They dig into Jordan Canada’s postseason three-point surge and Angel Reese’s four-steal, three-block night. Then comes the big one: how the Valkyries held the Aces to 60 points, their lowest of the season, with just two offensive rebounds all game.Plus, series predictions for both matchups, why the Aces may just be tired, what the Fever fan-base fallout means for Kelsey Mitchell’s future, and a debate over who has the best hair in the league. IN THIS EPISODE:🙏: Trysta and Sarah address Saturday’s show🔥: DeWanna Bonner’s halftime message and the Dream’s third-quarter takeover🔄: 21 Liberty turnovers turned into 32 Dream points🎯: Jordan Canada’s red-hot postseason three-point shooting🛡️: Angel Reese’s four steals and three blocks🌉: How the Valkyries held the Aces to 60 points😴: Are the Aces running on empty?🔮 Series predictions: Liberty vs. Dream and Aces vs. Valkyries💇‍♀️: The great Valkyries hair debate👀: Kelsey Mitchell, Aliyah Boston and the Fever fan-base fallout Who are you picking in each series? Tell us in the comments. 👍: Like the video if you enjoyed it.🔔: Subscribe for two new episodes every week covering the WNBA and women’s basketball. ▶️: Watch on YouTube | 🎙️: Listen on Apple Podcasts & Spotify CHAPTERS 00:00 The Valkyries Have the Best Hair and Best Defense 00:46 Sarah’s Weekend and a Street Fair Hat Shoutout 04:40 Addressing Saturday’s Show 08:38 Dream vs. Liberty: DeWanna Bonner Flips the Game 09:26 The Dream’s Third-Quarter Takeover 10:57 21 Turnovers Turn Into 32 Points 12:33 Could DeWanna Bonner Win Finals MVP? 16:30 Jordan Canada’s Postseason Three-Point Surge 18:53 The Liberty’s Turnover Problem 20:27 Liberty vs. Dream Series Predictions 22:46 Valkyries Stun the Aces in Game 1 24:20 How the Valkyries Held the Aces to 60 Points 27:29 The Aces’ Two Offensive Rebounds 29:52 Are the Aces Tired? 31:24 Becky Hammon’s “Played Like Ass” Takeaway 32:57 Aces vs. Valkyries Series Prediction 34:31 Aces Fatigue and the Dynasty Debate 36:49 Fever Fan Base Fallout and Kelsey Mitchell’s Future 39:55 Sign-Off #WNBA #WNBAPlayoffs #WomensBasketball #LetHerShoot #TheDailyW See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Fever's season is over, and the fallout is already messier than the series.Trysta and Sarah react to the Aces eliminating Indiana in Game 3, then dig into Fever exit-interview day. GM Amber Cox's statement defending the fan base, Kelsey Mitchell saying she has to be "selfish" in her career, and Stephanie White's uncertain future are all on the table. Then they unpack the Raven Johnson apology controversy, Dawn Staley's response, and why the discourse around A'ja Wilson has them asking who's allowed to say what. Plus, Becky Hammon's pointed "No" to a question about the Fever and Aces, and how it landed.They also break down the Valkyries' wild comeback over the Wings, Paige Bueckers' tough night, and what's ahead in a semifinal slate with the Aces facing Golden State and the Liberty facing the Dream.IN THIS EPISODE:👀 Caitlin Clark on College GameDay🚪 Fever exit interviews: Kelsey Mitchell, Stephanie White and Amber Cox🎤 Amber Cox's statement on the Fever fan base🙏 Raven Johnson's apology and Dawn Staley's response🏆 The Aces eliminate the Fever in Game 3😬 Becky Hammon's press conference moment🌉 The Valkyries' comeback past the Wings🤔 How much blame does Paige Bueckers deserve?🔮 Aces vs. Valkyries and Liberty vs. DreamWas the Raven Johnson apology necessary, and who are you picking in the semifinals? Let us know in the comments.👍 Like the video if you enjoyed it.🔔 Subscribe for two new episodes every week covering the WNBA and women's basketball.▶️ Watch on YouTube | 🎙️ Listen on Apple Podcasts & SpotifyCHAPTERS00:00 Happy Saturday: A Bonus Show03:09 Caitlin Clark on College GameDay06:16 Fever Exit Interviews: Kelsey Mitchell and Stephanie White09:24 Amber Cox Defends the Fever Fan Base12:36 Maisha Hines-Allen and the Fever's Final Series14:11 Raven Johnson's Apology Controversy18:03 Dawn Staley, A'ja Wilson and Who Gets Protected21:53 Aces Eliminate the Fever22:40 Becky Hammon's Press Conference Moment28:07 Valkyries Survive Wings in Game 329:44 Paige Bueckers' Tough Night31:18 Wings' 18-0 Meltdown34:27 Liberty vs. Dream: Who Is Trysta Rooting For?35:12 Aces vs. Valkyries Preview37:32 Wrap-Up and What's Next#WNBA #WNBAPlayoffs #WomensBasketball #LetHerShoot #TheDailyW See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Liberty just sent Minnesota home, Arike Ogunbowale dropped a 45-point playoff record, and A'ja Wilson had a fourth-quarter moment nobody saw coming. Trysta and Sarah break down the Liberty's series-clinching win over the Lynx, including the benching of reigning Rookie of the Year Olivia Miles and Cheryl Reeve's postgame comments about not having "the right pieces." They also dig into Napheesa Collier's looming free agency and where she could land next. Then it's the Fever's Game 2 comeback over the Aces, Caitlin Clark's historic first half, and the fallout from A'ja Wilson's confrontation with a fan. Plus, Arike Ogunbowale's record-setting overtime performance for the Wings, Angel Reese's disruptive two-way impact for the Dream, and why Trysta is officially Liberty-pilled after a trip to Barclays Center. IN THIS EPISODE:🗽 The Liberty eliminate the Lynx, and Olivia Miles gets benched🤔 Cheryl Reeve's comments on "not having the right pieces"🆓 Where does Napheesa Collier go in free agency?🏀 Caitlin Clark's historic first half vs. the Aces😤 A'ja Wilson's confrontation with a Fever fan🔥 Arike Ogunbowale's playoff-record 45 points🛡️ Angel Reese's disruptive, eclectic defense👑 Jordin Canada and the Dream roll into the semifinals Were the Lynx right to bench Olivia Miles, and was A'ja Wilson's reaction to that fan justified? Let us know in the comments. 👍 Like the video if you enjoyed it.🔔 Subscribe for two new episodes every week covering the WNBA and women's basketball.▶️ Watch on YouTube | 🎙️ Listen on Apple Podcasts & Spotify CHAPTERS00:00 Sarah Goes to the Liberty Game06:44 Should Olivia Miles Have Been Benched?10:17 Cheryl Reeve's "Right Pieces" Comments17:19 Napheesa Collier's Free Agency Decision21:15 Fever vs. Aces Game 2 Recap23:38 Caitlin Clark's Historic First Half27:29 A'ja Wilson's Fan Confrontation39:03 Giving Raven Johnson Her Flowers39:48 Arike Ogunbowale's Record-Setting Night44:28 The Controversial Final Possession49:01 Dream Roll Past the Mystics51:24 Angel Reese's Disruptive Defense55:15 Jordan Canada Deserves More Credit #WNBA #WNBAPlayoffs #WomensBasketball #LetHerShoot #TheDailyW See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.