The Her Hoop Stats Podcast: WNBA & NCAA Women’s Basketball

Stormy weather on the court, making it difficult to figure out what is going on with the Seattle Storm. A bright future for the Connecticut Sun, Golden State Valkyries ride a tough stretch to end the season, as they fight for a playoff spot, who do Cindy Brunson and Helen Williams have as their Most Improved candidates, and more.HerHoopStats.com: Unlock 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.

Some huge news broke in the sports world today, but we have to Shake it Off to discuss a wild standings standoff that is going on in the WNBA. Some teams are Down Bad, some are a Blank Space, and some we know All Too Well. Injuries have caused it to be a Cruel Summer for many teams, with a handful of teams hoping to finish their Love Story holding the trophy with Chelsea Leite and Tyler DeLuca. HerHoopStats.com: Unlock 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 2025 WNBA Playoffs are almost here! Christy Winters Scott and Jamie Steyer Johnson dive into the struggle for spots, impactful injuries, comeback contemplations, and everything in between.HerHoopStats.com: Unlock 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 WNBA playoff race is heating up as the season winds down, and injuries could play a major role in determining the champion. Jamie Steyer Johnson and Yahoo Sports’ Cassandra Negley break it all down.HerHoopStats.com: Unlock 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.

Is the injury pile getting too big for the Indiana Fever? The Las Vegas Aces keep on rolling. Paige Bueckers possibly solidified her Rookie of the Year status, and more with Chelsea Leite and Helen Williams.HerHoopStats.com: Unlock 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 New York Liberty and Minnesota Lynx wrap up their regular-season playoff series, while the Las Vegas Aces tighten up defensively as they climb the WNBA standings, the Indiana Fever continue to be plagued by injuries, and more insights with Christy Winters Scott and Richard Cohen.HerHoopStats.com: Unlock 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.

Previewing a huge Tuesday slate of WNBA games, including the Minnesota Lynx traveling to Brooklyn to take on the New York Liberty, and more, with Brittany Carper and Tyler DeLuca.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The success of the first WNBA regular season game in Canada, Alyssa Thomas and the point forward position, Sue Bird is memorialized in Seattle, the Las Vegas Aces are headed to the top, top, top, and more with Cindy Brunson and Jamie Steyer Johnson.HerHoopStats.com: Unlock 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 deep dive into coaching in the WNBA with Jamie Steyer Johnson and Brittany Carper. HerHoopStats.com: Unlock 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 New York Liberty fall out of second place, the Seattle Storm are in danger of not making the WNBA Playoffs, the Las Vegas Aces are making a high-rolling comeback into contention, and much more with Jamie Steyer Johnson and Richard Cohen.HerHoopStats.com: Unlock 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 Tuesday night’s action, a look ahead at a 4-game evening slate for Wednesday, a discussion on WNBA officiating, and more with Brittany Carper and Tyler DeLuca. HerHoopStats.com: Unlock 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.

As the playoffs get closer, the WNBA standings are in a constant state of shift, the Most Improved Player race heats up, Violet the raven is born in the Bay Area, and more with Chelsea Leite and Cindy Brunson.HerHoopStats.com: Unlock 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 get a recap of this past weekend at OT Select, a 2-way competition for WNBA Rookie of the Year, the Las Vegas Aces finding their way, the Sparks are flying high in Los Angeles, and more with Christy Winters Scott and Coach Helen Williams. HerHoopStats.com: Unlock 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 night of awesome action in the WNBA, previewing the weekend slate to kick off an injury-riddled Rivals Week, and more with Chelsea Leite and Brittany Carper.HerHoopStats.com: Unlock 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.

In this episode, Jamie Steyer Johnson and Tyler DeLuca are joined by Jack Church to talk all things Overtime Select. They also break down the moves made so far ahead of the WNBA trade deadline, and have a little breaking news while recording. All that and more!HerHoopStats.com: Unlock better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comJack Church’s Newsletter on OT Select: https://bit.ly/4fmSuugSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The New York Liberty welcomes Emma Meeseman, ending their losing skid. Dijonai Carrington debuts with the Minnesota Lynx, while the Dallas Wings and Washington build for the future. All of that and more, with Cindy Brunson and Coach Helen Williams.HerHoopStats.com: Unlock better insight about the women's game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Which teams are potential sellers, and which are looking to buy? Chelsea Leite and Richard Cohen break down key parts of Richard’s article on the upcoming WNBA trade deadline this Thursday at 3:00 PM ET.Richard Cohen's Newsletter on the WNBA Trade Deadline: https://bit.ly/41tpE5HHerHoopStats.com: Unlock better insight about the women's game.See 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 past weekend’s slate of games in the WNBA, discussing Napheesa Collier’s ankle injury, Dallas Wings trade Dijonai Carrington to the Minnesota Lynx for Diamond Miller, Karlie Samuelson, and the Lynx's 2027 second-round draft pick, Cam Brink’s return to the Los Angeles Sparks, Satou Sabally gets benched in Phoenix, and more with Christy Winters Scott and Jamie Steyer Johnson. An extra-long episode for you to enjoy on a day with no games!HerHoopStats.com: Unlock better insight about the women's game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The South Sudan Women's Basketball Team keeps making history as they enter the Final Four in the Women’s Afrobasket Tournament, the never-say-die Golden State Valkyries win a close game over the Washington Mystics, a little WNBA Playoffs race talk, and more with Jamie Steyer Johnson and Brittany Carper.HerHoopStats.comUnlock better insight about the women's game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Recapping an awesome night of action in the WNBA, looking ahead at future games, prognosticating possible playoff matchups, and more with Cindy Brunson and Richard Cohen.HerHoopStats.comUnlock better insight about the women's game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Previewing the first 2024 WNBA Finals rematch of the season, and a top five (maybe six) early candidates for Coach of the Year with Chelsea Leite and Coach Helen Williams. HerHoopStats.comUnlock better insight about the women's game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Dallas Wings are soaring, the Los Angeles Sparks are sizzling, and a preview of upcoming action with Jamie Steyer Johnson and Tyler DeLuca. HerHoopStats.comUnlock better insight about the women's game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Injuries are piling up as we dive into the second half of the WNBA season, the Mercury are rising in the desert, and the Sparks are flying on a winning streak. Chelsea Leite and Christy Winters Scott discuss all of that and more!HerHoopStats.comUnlock better insight about the women's game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Taking a look at the current standings, as the WNBA ramps up the Playoffs push, Jamie Steyer Johnson and Brittany Carper dissect, diagnose, and deconstruct the who, what, when, where, and why of it all.  HerHoopStats.comUnlock better insight about the women's game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Top 5 things that will win a team the WNBA championship, underrated players that could have an impact on their team down the stretch, and more with Chelsea Leite and Coach Helen Williams.HerHoopStats.comUnlock better insight about the women's game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With the WNBA season charging into its second half, Christy Winters Scott and Cindy Brunson examine the night-in, night-out challenge the bottom half of the standings will be, and what it will take for the top of the standings to stay where they are.HerHoopStats.comUnlock better insight about the women's game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We get a boots-on-the-ground look at All-Star Weekend from Tyler DeLuca, then he teams up with Chelsea Leite to break down the New York Liberty’s free-agent frenzy as the second half of the 2025 WNBA season gets ready to tip off.HerHoopStats.comUnlock better insight about the women's game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Our full recap of everything that went down at the 2025 WNBA All-Star Weekend in Indianapolis has you covered, courtesy of Chelsea Leite and Jamie Steyer Johnson, from the StudBudz 72-hour livestream and a powerful T-shirt protest to Glorilla’s halftime performance, the game itself, and so much more!HerHoopStats.comUnlock better insight about the women's game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

2025 WNBA All-Star Game MVPhee, Napheesa Collier, poured in a record 36 points to lead her Team Collier past Team Clark 151–131 in Saturday’s WNBA All-Star Game, which closed out a weekend dominated by CBA talks, with players wearing warmup shirts that read “Pay Us What You Owe Us.”HerHoopStats.comUnlock better insight about the women's game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We had an unforgettable, fun-filled WNBA All-Star Friday Night with Aaron Barzilai and Calvin Wetzel.Natasha Cloud kicked things off with a thrilling win in the Skills Challenge, edging out Erica Wheeler by just 1.1 seconds in a nail-biting finish. Then, Sabrina Ionescu reclaimed her crown in the 3-Point Contest, knocking off 2024 champion Allisha Gray to capture her second title. A New York Liberty sweep! Aaron and Calvin also give their take on the awesomeness surrounding The Stud Budz. All of this and more!HerHoopStats.comUnlock better insight about the women's game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Injury replacements, 3-Point and Skills Competitions predictions, Catching Chelsea up on current events, a live look-in on The Stud Budz 72-hour livestream, and more with Chelsea Leite and Jamie Steyer Johnson.***Recorded before Brittney Sykes and Brionna Jones were announced as Team Clark’s replacement.HerHoopStats.comUnlock better insight about the women's game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What if the All-Star Game were Veterans vs. Rookies? Christy Winters-Scott and Coach Helen Williams have some fun building hypothetical rosters for that matchup. The duo also shares their outlook for the rest of the WNBA season, breaking down what’s ahead for several teams, and much more!HerHoopStats.comUnlock better insight about the women's game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Portland WNBA team has officially announced its name. Meanwhile, the Minnesota Lynx earned a hard-fought win on the road in Chicago, and the Phoenix Mercury went into Ballhalla and came away victorious. Jamie Steyer Johnson and Brittany Carper break it all down.HerHoopStats.comUnlock better insight about the women's game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Washington Mystics continue to climb the standings. Caitlin Clark vs Paige Bueckers: Part 1. The Angel Reese-led Chicago Sky are finding their rhythm. What teams can make a surge after the All-Star break? Plus, Christy Winters Scott and Cindy Brunson also hand out their WNBA midseason awards, and more! HerHoopStats.comUnlock better insight about the women's game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In our end-of-week episode, Jamie Steyer Johnson and Brittany Carper recap Thursday’s doubleheader, where the Minnesota Lynx defeated the Los Angeles Sparks and the Washington Mystics topped the Las Vegas Aces. They also take a deep dive into Los Angeles, examining how the Sparks seem to be finding their rhythm as we approach the midseason point.HerHoopStats.comUnlock better insight about the women's game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Minnesota Lynx are navigating a tough stretch in their schedule, while Phoenix is thriving thanks to Alyssa Thomas playing at an MVP level. Angel Reese continues to be a double-double machine, and much more, with Jamie Steyer Johnson and Cindy Brunson.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Rookie Class is rocking in the WNBA this season. Who are the frontrunners for Rookie of the Year? How about MVP? What will DeWanna Bonner’s impact on the Mercury be? All-Star rosters are locked in. Which team has the best shot to win? Christy Winters Scott and Helen Williams discuss all of this and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Before Caitlin Clark and Napheesa Collier choose their squads, Chelsea Leite and Tyler DeLuca have a little competitive fun and play the roles of captains to pick their WNBA All-Star rosters.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The WNBA All-Star reserves have been announced. Surprises? Snubs? The medal round of the 2025 Women’s AmeriCup delivered drama and excitement at every turn. Cindy Brunson and Chelsea Leite break it all down for you in this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In our 4th of July episode, Jamie Steyer Johnson and Brittany Carper recap a huge Thursday night slate of games in the WNBA. A short-handed Dallas Wings team beat the Phoenix Mercury, the Indiana Fever take care of the Las Vegas Aces, the Minnesota Lynx rebounded from the Commissioner's Cup loss to take down the Washington Mystics, and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Teams around the WNBA have been making movies, signing players, and trying to fill rosters due to injuries, Eurobasket, and Americup commitments. Jamie Steyer Johnson and Coach Helen Williams discuss all of that and more in this episode!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Chelsea Leite and Jamie Steyer Johnson break down the Indiana Fever’s 74-59 win over the Minnesota Lynx in the 2025 WNBA Commissioner’s Cup. With boots on the ground, Jamie shares her first-hand experience from the game. The duo also discusses the reports that the Washington Mystics are exploring a trade involving forward Aaliyah Edwards.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With the announcement that Cleveland will be one of three new teams joining the WNBA, along with Detroit and Philadelphia, former Cleveland Rockers player Rushia Brown joined Christy on In the Paint. Rushia shared stories from her early days in basketball, her recruiting journey, why she chose Furman University, her professional career, what she is doing now, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Yesterday, the Dallas Wings traded NaLyssa Smith to the Las Vegas Aces for a 2027 First Round pick. Today, Tyler DeLuca and Richard Cohen are here to discuss all of the ramifications.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The WNBA continues to grow with huge Expansion news! Paige Bueckers shined during the latest stop on Cindy Brunson’s Arena Tour. While we were recording, breaking news hit: Nalyssa Smith has been traded from Dallas to Las Vegas in exchange for a 2027 first-round draft pick. Tune in for Cindy and Chelsea Leite's instant reactions to this major move!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Richard Cohen and Kevin Pelton dive into the field and do their best job at picking the 2025 WNBA All-Star rosters. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Jamie Steyer Johnson and Brittany Carper recap the night that was in the WNBA. Sparks and Mystics use stability and smart plays to get big wins in Indiana and Las Vegas, respectively. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ballhalla magic is fueling excitement around WNBA expansion. Who should headline this year’s All-Star Skills Competition? Chelsea Leite and Coach Helen Williams have you covered on all this and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After reports emerged that DeWanna Bonner would not be returning to Indiana, the Fever waived the veteran forward and signed guard Aari McDonald for the remainder of the season. What does this mean for the Fever's outlook? Where does Bonner go from here? Tyler DeLuca and Richard Cohen break it all down.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Give your Tuesday an energy boost with Chelsea Leite and Jamie Steyer Johnson as they preview a stacked slate of games in the WNBA.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.