Best Howard Megdal Podcasts (2025)

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Howard Megdal on Caitlin Clark, Iowa’s Basketball Culture, and the WNBA’s Future 33:45

21d ago33:45

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Journalist and author Howard Megdal joins Hoopsology to explore the story behind one of basketball’s most influential athletes: Caitlin Clark. We discuss his new book, Becoming Caitlin Clark, and trace how Iowa’s unique basketball culture helped shape her into a superstar. Howard breaks down the century-long history that made Caitlin’s rise possibl…

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ClutchPoints Brett Siegel on NBA Offseason Power Rankings, Giannis Trade Buzz, NBA Expansion 22:19

1d ago22:19

22:19

In this edition of Hoopsology, NBA insider Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints breaks down Giannis Antetokounmpo’s uncertain future, the Celtics’ ownership shift, league-wide gambling concerns, and what’s next for NBA expansion. From Vegas and Seattle rumors to Adam Silver’s vision for the league, this in-depth conversation covers everything you need to k…

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Inside Wheelchair Basketball with Hall of Famer Stephanie Wheeler 30:11

5d ago30:11

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*Recorded on June 4th, 2025* Stephanie Wheeler is a Paralympic gold medalist, Hall of Fame inductee, and head coach of the University of Illinois women’s wheelchair basketball team. In this powerful episode of Hoopsology, she opens up about discovering the sport at 12 years old, the physical and emotional demands of Paralympic training, and her tra…

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The IX Basketball bids farewell to Locked On — Diagnosing the New York Liberty | WNBA Podcast 32:44

5d ago32:44

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Hosts Howard Megdal and Jackie Powell bid farewell to Locked On Women’s Basketball and reflect upon what it meant to be a part of the Locked On Network throughout the growth of the women’s basketball media space. Howard then explains what’s next for him and his team at The IX Basketball. Later Jackie brings on the New York Post’s Madeline Kenney wh…

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What the Indiana Fever will need to have a strong weekend & make WNBA playoffs | More Aliyah Boston 28:04

5d ago28:04

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The Indiana Fever played the Golden State Valkyries and Los Angeles Sparks this weekend. It's a huge few days for their 2025 WNBA Playoffs push. Tony East, Fever beat reporter for The IX, breaks it all down, including the importance of Aliyah Boston and the reality for the team's hardship players — Aerial Powers, Odyssey Sims, and Shey Peddy. Liste…

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What happened in ATLANTA last night? | WNBA Podcast 30:34

6d ago30:34

30:34

Today on Locked on Women's Basketball, Chelsea Leite gives her thoughts on the Atlanta Dream MVP chants from Wednesday night's game against Las Vegas. Then, she answers a few questions and dives into some predictions about the WNBA playoffs. Thumbnail Credit: © Dale Zanine-Imagn Images Follow & Subscribe on All Podcast Platforms… 🎧 https://link.cht…

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New York Liberty’s Playoff Push, Minnesota Lynx Title Favorites, WNBA Lookout Looming with Winsidr's Myles Ehrlich 38:17

7d ago38:17

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The New York Liberty and the WNBA are at a crossroads. In this exclusive interview, Myles Ehrlich, senior WNBA writer for Winsidr, joins the Hoopsology Podcast to break down the biggest stories shaping the league: Can the New York Liberty overcome injuries to repeat as champions? Why the Minnesota Lynx are the favorites heading into the playoffs. W…

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Bill Connelly on Bill Belichick, NIL, pro/rel in college football, and more 47:53

7d ago47:53

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Host Brandon Contes interviews ESPN college football staff writer Bill Connelly. Brandon and Bill discuss a wide range of topics including Bill Belichick at North Carolina, NIL and the transfer portal, whether or not promotion/relegation can work in college football, and more. -1:54: Bill’s books, NIL, realignment, and network influence -16:04: Com…

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Ronnie 2K Reveals Secrets Behind NBA 2K Player Ratings! 12:38

9d ago12:38

12:38

Ronnie 2K joins Justin Goodrum of Hoopsology to give fans an exclusive look inside the world of NBA 2K and its massive impact on basketball culture. From debating player ratings to explaining how NBA 2K has become more than just a video game, Ronnie shares stories that every hoops fan needs to hear. In this interview, Ronnie discusses his first bas…

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Phee is back! Is M-V-Phee still a lock? 31:54

9d ago31:54

31:54

It's another Minnesota Monday Lynx Report edition of Locked On Women's Basketball! Lynx Beat Writer Terry Horstman is joined by Fever Beat Writer Tony East to recap the two recent meetings between the teams, Napheesa Collier's return to the court, Jessica Shepard's historic heroics, the looming status of Caitlin Clark, and a potential first-round p…

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Indiana's Hot & Cold Playoff Push 33:48

10d ago33:48

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While the entire season is a marathon, it is now a sprint to the WNBA playoffs. It has been a bumpy ride in Indiana for the Fever this season, but they are in the thick of the playoff hunt along with a host of other teams. What has to happen in the last seven games of the season for the Fever to make it? Who is the X-Factor and what other teams in …

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Inside the Next Stars Program: LaMelo, Giddey, and the Global Rise of the NBL with GM of NextStars Recruitment for the NBL, Liam Santamaria 33:59

10d ago33:59

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The NBA may be in the U.S., but some of its brightest stars are starting their journeys down under. In this episode of Hoopsology, we’re joined by Liam Santamaria, General Manager of the NBL’s Next Stars recruitment program and ESPN analyst for the NBL. Liam gives us a front-row seat into how the Australian NBL is quietly becoming one of the NBA’s …

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Game-Changer: The Rise of Wheelchair Basketball Ahead of the 2026 Wheelchair Basketball World Championships 26:13

12d ago26:13

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🏀 Wheelchair basketball is going global — and Ottawa is at the heart of it. In this episode of Hoopsology, Allan and Justin sit down with Cindy Burwell, Executive Director of the 2026 Wheelchair Basketball World Championships, to explore how Canada is preparing to host 28 teams and 336 athletes from around the world. 🗓️ The event will take place fr…

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Reviewing 2025 Preseason WNBA Predictions | WNBA Podcast 34:34

12d ago34:34

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On today's show, host Hunter Cruse and co-hosts Emily Adler and Lincoln Shafer revisit The IX's preseason awards & predictions. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first year Gametime Download the Gametime app, cr…

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How Indiana Fever can attack stretch run despite all their injuries + Aliyah Boston more involved? 28:37

12d ago28:37

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The Indiana Fever have 9 games left and are injured like crazy. How can they manage their stretch run with a tough, yet overrated, schedule? Tony East, Fever beat reporter for The IX, breaks it all down before discussing Aliyah Boston's role. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use …

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Answering YOUR WNBA Questions | WNBA Podcast 32:30

12d ago32:30

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Today on Locked On Women's Basketball, Chelsea Leite answers questions from social media about the current WNBA season, CBA, ownership and more. Additionally, she attended a Jonas Brothers concert, which plays a significant role in this for some reason. Thumbnail: © Candice Ward | 2025 Jul 27 Follow & Subscribe on All Podcast Platforms… 🎧 https://l…

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Making our WNBA AWARD PICKS | WNBA Podcast 33:39

13d ago33:39

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On today's episode of Locked on Women's Basketball, Chelsea Leite is joined by SB Nation's Noa Dalzell to make WNBA Award picks. They talk about their choices for MVP, Rookie of the Year, and more. Thumbnail creds: © Brad Rempel | 2025 Jul 30 (Napheesa), © Lucas Peltier | 2025 Aug 19 (A'ja), © Kirby Lee | 2025 Aug 20 (Paige) Follow & Subscribe on A…

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Carolina Teague on Spurs Arena Drama, Wembanyama’s Future & Reality of Wrestling 31:04

13d ago31:04

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The San Antonio Spurs are in the middle of one of the biggest stories in franchise history — Project Marvel and the push for a new downtown arena. On this episode of the Hoopsology Podcast, we’re joined by Carolina Teague, Spurs journalist and Reality of Wrestling commentator, to break down: What Project Marvel really means for the Spurs and San An…

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Damon Amendolara on Chris Russo, Mo Gaba, John Fisher, and more 1:09:32

14d ago1:09:32

1:09:32

Host Brandon Contes interviews Damon Amendolara, host of "The D.A. Show With Babchik." Brandon and Damon discuss a wide range of topics including working for Chris "Mad Dog" Russo and having a show on SiriusXM's Mad Dog Sports Radio channel, Mo Gaba calling into Damon's radio show and Mo's legacy, being fed up with what John Fisher is doing to the …

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2025 WNBA Playoffs loom, Seattle Storm look to make final push | Women’s Basketball Podcast 31:43

14d ago31:43

31:43

With three weeks left to go in the regular season, The Next’s Seattle Storm beat reporter Bella Munson joins host Natalie Heavren to chat all about where the Seattle Storm stand. The pair also chat about what happened around the WNBA Tuesday night, what the Storm need to do to finish the season strong and keys to Seattle’s game against the Dallas W…

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What will it take for the Valkyries to make the playoffs? | WNBA Podcast 30:38

15d ago30:38

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With just 10 games remaining, the Golden State Valkyries sit in seventh place. What will it take for the newest WNBA team to reach the postseason in their first year? On this episode of Locked on Women's Basketball: Valkyries Report, host Matthew Walter is joined by 95.7 the Game's Sophia Jones to dicuss how the Valkyries recent performances affect…

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A Boom for Texas Tech Athletics 34:15

16d ago34:15

34:15

In our new normal of college athletics, institutions are working 24/7 to be sure they are relevant and staying ahead of the competition. It’s words like investment, commitment, long-term sustainability – they used to be tied to companies – now it’s athletic departments and teams. There is a boom happening in Lubbock, TX – Texas Tech is standing tal…

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Inside WNBA Betting: Playoffs, Caitlin Clark, and League Growth with Jim Turvey 33:09

16d ago33:09

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In this episode of Hoopsology, we welcome Jim Turvey — projections analyst for Roto Grinders, writer and podcaster for the Action Network, and host of Bet She Wins. We cover: How WNBA betting has evolved and why it’s harder than ever to beat the lines. The surprising rise of the Golden State Valkyries and what it means for bettors. Caitlin Clark’s …

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Lynx Make It 3-0 In Finals Rematch Against Liberty 33:07

17d ago33:07

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Round 3 of the 2024 WNBA Finals rematch between the Minnesota Lynx and the New York Liberty is in the books with another Lynx win. Join The Next's Terry Horstman and Jackie Powell for their instant reactions of Minnesota's 86-80 win in Minneapolis, Courtney Williams' big game, Kayla McBride's big shot, and Sabrina Ionescu's frustrations and more. H…

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Predicting Top 25 WNBA Players In 5 Years (2030) | WNBA Podcast 31:39

19d ago31:39

31:39

Who will be WNBA All-Stars in five years? On today's show, host Hunter Cruse and co-host Lincoln Shafer give their predictions for rookies like Paige Bueckers and Dominique Malonga to an exciting group of college players, led by JuJu Watkins and Sarah Strong. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Mo…

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What Indiana Fever need to do to stay afloat and consistent with new point guards 27:20

19d ago27:20

27:20

The Indiana Fever signed two new guards this week as they manage injuries in the backcourt. How can they Fever keep winning as they work in Kyra Lambert and Odyssey Sims? Tony East, Fever beat reporter for The IX, breaks it down. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDON…

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Growing the game of basketball GLOBALLY + WNBA preview | WNBA Podcast 24:39

19d ago24:39

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Today on Locked On Women's Basketball, Chelsea Leite previews the Friday night WNBA schedule and shares some exclusive videos from Atlanta Dream and Seattle Storm shootaround. Thumbnail: © Joe Nicholson | 2025 Aug 13 Follow & Subscribe on All Podcast Platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOWomensBasketball?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every…

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The WNBA returns to CANADA this weekend | WNBA Podcast 27:08

20d ago27:08

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In this episode of Locked On Women's Basketball, Chelsea Leite checks in from Vancouver, Canada to preview the WNBA Canada Game between the Seattle Storm and Atlanta Dream. Then, she's joined by Shatori Walker-Kimbrough of the Dream for a fun sit-down interview. Thumbnail: © Rafael Suanes | 2025 Jun 15 Follow & Subscribe on All Podcast Platforms… 🎧…

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Is Cameron Brink ahead of schedule for Sparks amid WNBA playoff push? | Women's Basketball Podcast 29:42

21d ago29:42

29:42

Cameron Brink has returned for the Los Angeles Sparks, and not only is she as disruptive on defense as ever, she's added a more consistent 3-point shot. Host Howard Megdal is joined by The Athletic's Sabreena Merchant to discuss this, along with a scouting report of Golden State's new mascot, Violet, Kelsey Mitchell's versatility and much more. You…

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Who is WINNING the WNBA expansion race, Toronto Tempo or Portland Fire? | Women's Basketball Podcast 29:15

23d ago29:15

29:15

The Portland Fire are making progress. But is it as much as the Toronto Tempo? And does that even matter? Host Howard Megdal is joined by The IX Basketball's Portland Fire beat reporter, Annie Peterson, to discuss this and much more. Plus, hear from The IX Basketball reporters Matthew Walter and Kelly Johnson on the latest in Golden State and Las V…

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Luka’s Lakers Takeover, Jokic’s Future, NBA Europe & Kobe Legacy Debate-Hoopsology's ITL 1:14:12

23d ago1:14:12

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From Los Angeles to Denver to the other side of the world, the NBA offseason has been full of blockbuster headlines. In this episode of Hoopsology: In the Lab, we break down: 🏀 Luka Doncic’s Lakers Era Begins — What his massive extension means for LeBron James’ role and the Lakers’ future. 🏀 Nikola Jokic Declines Extension — Should Nuggets fans be …

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Is Alanna Smith the WNBA Defensive Player of the Year? 30:09

23d ago30:09

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Has Alanna Smith already done enough to be the front-runner for WNBA Defensive Player of the year? Minnesota Lynx Beat Writer at The Next, Terry Horstman explains why the answer is yes! Terry also touches on takeaways from the Lynx's recent wins against the New York Liberty, Washington Mystics, and how the DiJonai Carrington trade is already one of…

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A Common Thread of Success in Sports 35:07

23d ago35:07

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We all wake up every morning and the headlines in sports are abundant – action in the WNBA, MLB highlights, college football right around the corner, college basketball recruiting news. But the beauty of sports is chance to peak behind a the curtain a bit – into a college basketball program, in an MLB clubhouse, in the psyche of professional tennis…

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Indiana Fever have zero healthy point guards - what now? Key stretch of Fever schedule + no trades? 28:22

24d ago28:22

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The Indiana Fever have zero healthy point guards. What comes next? Plus, why didn't they make any trades and why was their win over the Chicago Sky so important? Tony East, Fever beat reporter for The IX, breaks it all down. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA a…

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Ranking WNBA Teams With Best & Worst Futures | WNBA Podcast 32:23

26d ago32:23

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Today on the show, host Hunter Cruse is joined by co-host Lincoln Shafer to rank the WNBA teams best positioned for the future. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Time to fuel up and turn it up with 5-hour ENERGY®️ Transfusion! Go to https://5hourenergy.com today and use my promo code LOCKEDONGOLF to receive 20% off your order.Thi…

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Dynasty Over for the Aces? | Becky Hammon’s Legacy in Trouble with The Athletic's Sabreena Merchant 39:19

26d ago39:19

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Why the Las Vegas Aces' Dominance over the W is Over with The Athletic’s Sabreena Merchant on Becky Hammon’s Legacy, Caitlin Clark, and Player Safety In this episode of Hoopsology, we welcome back Sabreena Merchant, WNBA staff writer for The Athletic, to chat about the most pressing topics shaping the 2025 WNBA season, including; 🚨 Topics we dive i…

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Trade deadline analysis: How are the Washington Mystics preparing for the future? | WNBA Podcast 31:04

27d ago31:04

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The Next’s Washington Mystics beat reporter Jenn Hatfield joins host Natalie Heavren to chat all about how the team’s moves around the tradeline will impact the team’s future. The pair also chat about the Mystics' trio of rookies — Sonia Citron, Kiki Iriafen and Lucy Olsen — and talk about what to watch for in the last month of the regular season. …

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WNBA Trade Deadline SPECIAL | WNBA Podcast 33:29

27d ago33:29

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In today's Locked on Women's Basketball, Chelsea Leite debriefs every trade that went down before the WNBA Trade Deadline, giving them each grades. Thumbnail: © Rafael Suanes | 2025 Jul 22 Follow & Subscribe on All Podcast Platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOWomensBasketball?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA …

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How Diana Taurasi Became the GOAT of the WNBA with Katie Bender Wynn, Director of the Amazon Prime Series Taurasi 24:23

28d ago24:23

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On this episode of Hoopsology, we’re joined by filmmaker Katie Bender Wynn, director of the upcoming Diana Taurasi docuseries on Amazon Prime, Taurasi. Katie shares how she approached telling the story of one of the greatest basketball players of all time, from UConn to the Phoenix Mercury and beyond. We discuss: The emotional core of Taurasi’s jou…

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Update on Paige Bueckers; Where are the Connecticut Sun headed? | Women's Basketball Podcast 31:17

29d ago31:17

31:17

Host Howard Megdal is joined by a constellation of Locked On Women's Basketball and The IX Basketball stars to discuss the WNBA. First Jesse Morrison talks about Alyssa Thomas' latest triple-double, while Grant Afseth has an update on Paige Bueckers' back injury from Paige herself. Then Natalie Heavren updates us on the saga of the Connecticut Sun …

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Does Sabrina Ionescu have 2025 WNBA MVP case with New York Liberty? | Women's Basketball Podcast 30:53

29d ago30:53

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Sabrina Ionescu is playing at another level over the past few weeks, and the New York Liberty are starting an MVP push for her. Does she have a path, or is prohibitive favorite Napheesa Collier still a lock? Howard Megdal and Jackie Powell break this down, along with the ways Emma Meesseman is fitting into New York so far, and how Diamond Miller is…

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Should the Golden State Valkyries make a trade? | WNBA Podcast 31:40

29d ago31:40

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The Golden State Valkyries have won three of their last four games and are back in the playoff hunt. However, with players like Tiffany Hayes, Monique Billings and Cecilia Zandalasini hurt, do they need to make a move before Thursday's trade deadline? On this episode of Locked on Women's Basketball Valkyries report, host Matthew Walter is joined by…

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Why the Minnesota Lynx Are the WNBA’s Most Dangerous Team Right NOW with Hitting the Hardwood’s Mitchell Hansen 31:26

30d ago31:26

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In this episode, we’re joined by Mitchell Hansen — founder of Hitting the Hardwood and Lynx reporter for Canis Hoopus — to break down the scorching start of the Minnesota Lynx, their quest for revenge after last season’s heartbreak, and why Napheesa Collier may be the most underrated MVP candidate in the WNBA. We dive deep into: The Lynx’s elite de…

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Minnesota Lynx and Dallas Wings Make WNBA Trade Deadline Splash 32:48

1M ago32:48

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The Minnesota Lynx acquired DiJonai Carrington from the Dallas Wings in exchange for Diamond Miller, Karlie Samuelson, and a 2027 2nd-round draft pick. The Next's Lynx beat writer Terry Horstman, and Wings beat writer Grant Afseth, give their instant reaction, break down the fit for both teams, and speculate on what other deals might happen before …

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Worst WNBA Trades Of The Last Decade Draft | WNBA Podcast 32:27

1M ago32:27

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Today on the show, host Hunter Cruse and co-host Lincoln Shafer discuss the WNBA's worst trades since 2016. The duo discusses their biggest lessons learned from these moves and identifies the best & worst teams at trades. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Time to fuel up and turn it up with 5-hour ENERGY®️ Transfusion! Go to http…

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Pacers and Fever PA Announcer Troy Pepper on Going Viral, the NBA Finals, and Caitlin Clark’s Impact 36:56

1M ago36:56

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In this episode of Hoopsology, we’re joined by Troy Pepper, the electrifying public address announcer for the Indiana Pacers and Indiana Fever. Troy pulls back the curtain on what it was like to call games during the Pacers’ thrilling run to the NBA Finals, how he went viral for Pascal Siakam’s poster dunk, and the gut-punch moment when Tyrese Hali…

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The WNBA Can’t Stay Healthy—Inside the Causes and Consequences of the Injury Epidemic | WNBA Podcast 32:59

1M ago32:59

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What do Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, Breanna Stewart, and Rhyne Howard all have in common? They are all currently dealing with a host of different injuries. Host Jackie Powell is joined by The Next’s Lucas Seehafer to discuss why the WNBA is in the midst of an injury epidemic. Lucas first explains via his WNBA injury tracker why the data is steering…

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Why two Indiana Fever mid-season adds are re-shaping their season + Fever beat DeWanna Bonner + Phoenix Mercury 30:00

1M ago30:00

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The Indiana Fever keep winning, and they were led by two players who prove the WNBA is ready for expansion with Chloe Bibby and Aari McDonald. Tony East, Fever beat reporter for the next, breaks down those two players as well as the Fever's win over the returning DeWanna Bonner and the Phoenix Mercury. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour …

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Will the WNBA go on STRIKE? | WNBA Podcast 32:48

1M ago32:48

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Today on Locked on Women's Basketball, Jacob Mox joins Chelsea Leite to break down the current WNBA contract negotiations with the Players' Union. Thumbnail: © Trevor Ruszkowski Follow & Subscribe on All Podcast Platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOWomensBasketball?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 ht…

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Inside the Chicago Sky’s Struggles: Turnovers, Injuries, and Uncertainty with Quita from the Quita In The Morning Podcast 44:50

1M ago44:50

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In this episode of Hoopsology, we sit down with Quita from Quita In The Morning Podcast to dive deep into the turmoil surrounding the Chicago Sky. From firing beloved head coach Teresa Weatherspoon to questionable trades and poor player amenities, this discussion uncovers why one of the WNBA's most promising franchises is now struggling to retain t…

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