The Women’s Hoops Show

Was the WNBA expansion draft a flop? Plus, Indiana Fever announcer Debbie Antontelli joins to talk all things NCAA semifinals, the big UConn upset, and how top college players including Ta’Niya Latson, Raven Johnson, Azzi Fudd and more will fare in the upcoming college draft. The WNBA is in the most important offseason in league history. With a new CBA term sheet, two expansion teams, and over 100 free agents, women’s basketball is being rebuilt in real time. That’s why we’ve partnered with MOSH Audio to launch On the Clock. If you want fast, smart, and easy-to-follow commentary and analysis, spend just 15 minutes a day with us and stay ahead of every major women’s basketball story. New episodes through April 17 (in partnership with https://www.youtube.com/@moshaudio/featured) Topics include: WNBA Free Agency Trades & Roster Moves CBA Negotiations Expansion Teams Breaking WNBA News & Analysis To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The WNBA is in the most important offseason in league history. With a new CBA term sheet, two expansion teams, and over 100 free agents, women’s basketball is being rebuilt in real time. That’s why we’ve partnered with Mosh Audio to launch On the Clock — your daily women’s basketball podcast covering the latest breaking news. If you want fast, smart, and easy-to-follow commentary and analysis, spend just 15 minutes a day with us and stay ahead of every major women’s basketball story. 📅 New episodes through April 17 (in partnership with https://www.youtube.com/@moshaudio/featured) Topics include: ✅ WNBA Free Agency ✅ Trades & Roster Moves ✅ CBA Negotiations ✅ Expansion Teams ✅ Breaking WNBA News & Analysis To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 2026 NCAA Women’s Final Four is officially set and history is being made. For just the second time ever, the same four teams have all returned to the Final Four from the previous year: UConn, UCLA, South Carolina, and Texas. It’s also only the fifth time in NCAA history that all No. 1 seeds have advanced this far. So how did we get here? In this episode of The Women’s Hoops Show, we break down the biggest moments from the NCAA Women’s Tournament with our Court Queens Superlatives, including: 🔥Hannah Hidalgo’s near quadruple-double performance 🔥 Ashlon Jackson’s game-winning buzzer-beater vs LSU 🔥 The defining players, plays, and storylines of March Madness Then, we preview the Final Four matchups: 🏀 UConn vs South Carolina 🏀 UCLA vs Texas Who has the edge? Can anyone stop UConn? PLUS: WNBA Expansion Draft + Houston Comets Return 🚨 The WNBA is entering a new era: ❗The Houston Comets are officially returning ❗The WNBA Expansion Draft is set for April 3 ❗Major changes are coming following the new CBA We explain how the WNBA expansion draft works, what “protected players” means, and which teams could be most impacted. 📢 Don’t miss our special announcement at the end of the episode! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jordan Robinson and Sheryl Swoopes break down one of the biggest turning points in women’s basketball history—the WNBA’s new Collective Bargaining Agreement ‼️ From record-breaking salaries and revenue sharing to player empowerment and long-term league growth, does this historic CBA signal a shift in power in the WNBA? We dive into everything you need to know and why this deal could reshape women’s sports. Then, it’s all about March Madness. 🏀 The NCAA Women’s Tournament Sweet 16 is officially set, and we’re seeing a powerful mix of dominance and chaos. Are UConn, South Carolina, and UCLA truly unstoppable, or is a shakeup coming? We analyze: ⚔️ Virginia’s historic Cinderella run from the First Four 🍀 Notre Dame’s statement win over Ohio State 💙 Kentucky’s gritty path forward 😱 The biggest surprises and upsets so far Plus, we highlight standout performances from Azzi Fudd, Lauren Betts, and Hannah Hidalgo, and break down the controversy around Syracuse’s tournament draw and what it reveals about the NCAA selection process. Looking ahead to the Sweet 16 and beyond, we ask the biggest questions: Who are the real contenders? Who’s vulnerable? And who will win the national championship? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2026 NCAA Women’s Tournament bracket breakdown and Final Four predictions after Selection Sunday. On The Women’s Hoops Show, Jordan Robinson reacts to the 2026 Women’s March Madness bracket, including why UConn Huskies women's basketball landed the No. 1 overall seed and which teams have the clearest path to the Final Four. Jordan breaks down the No. 1 seeds in the 2026 NCAA Women’s Tournament and analyzes how UCLA Bruins women's basketball, Texas Longhorns women's basketball, and South Carolina Gamecocks women's basketball stack up heading into March Madness. She also shares her early Final Four predictions, explaining why an all-chalk Final Four could be in play. Plus, we break down the best matchups in the 2026 Women’s March Madness bracket, including key first-round games and potential Sweet 16 and Elite Eight clashes that could shape the tournament. Jordan also highlights possible Cinderella teams that could make a deep run, including: 🟠 Tennessee Lady Volunteers basketball 🔴 NC State Wolfpack women's basketball 🔵 Duke Blue Devils women's basketball ⚪ Gonzaga Bulldogs women's basketball ⚫ Vanderbilt Commodores women's basketball Finally, she gives a quick update on the ongoing negotiations between the Women's National Basketball Association and the Women's National Basketball Players Association over the next WNBA CBA, and why there may be reasons for optimism. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Conference tournaments reshaped the NCAA Women’s Tournament picture. On this episode of The Women’s Hoops Show, Jordan Robinson and Autumn Johnson take you behind the scenes of covering conference tournaments before diving into the Big Ten Women’s Basketball Tournament, where UCLA delivered one of the most dominant championship performances in conference history, defeating Iowa 96–45 and strengthening its case for the overall No. 1 seed in the 2026 NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament (March Madness). The hosts also break down the biggest conference tournament upsets, bubble teams fighting for NCAA Tournament bids, and the major storylines shaping the 2026 women’s March Madness bracket. Then, the conversation shifts to the pros as the WNBA’s March 10 CBA deadline arrives with no agreement yet between the league and players. What are the key issues holding up negotiations? Jordan and Autumn explain the latest on WNBA revenue sharing, salary cap increases, and what could happen if talks continue closer to the start of the 2026 WNBA season. 🕒 Timecodes: 1:15 - Behind The Scenes Of Conference Tournament Week 12:46 - Big Ten: UCLA Dominates Ahead Of March Madness 19:21 - Who Gets The Overall #1 Seed? 24:37 - How Tournaments Are Shaping The NCAA Bracket 31:16 - Champ Week Individual Standout Performances 37:17 - CBA Deadline Is HERE... So What's It Mean??? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Unrivaled’s second season concludes with the Mist beating Phantom in the championship game. Jordan Robinson breaks down everything you need to know: how each team reached the finals, the biggest surprises of the season, and whether the league just leveled up again. From the electric atmosphere at Barclays Center in Brooklyn to comparisons with the historic Philadelphia showcase, Jordan reacts to the finals energy, the championship game, and the Unrivaled MVP and award winners. Then, WNBA veteran Monique Billings joins the show fresh off her first Unrivaled season where she led the league in double-doubles. She talks: ✅ Thriving in the 3x3 format ✅ Expanding her game overseas ✅ Her Valkyries expansion experience ✅ Entering Year 9 in the WNBA ✅ Wellness, balance & her Silk Protein partnership ✅ UCLA’s dominance and Bruins pride ✅ Advice for college players preparing for the WNBA ✅ What’s next in basketball and broadcasting To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Unrivaled is officially leveling up. After drawing 21,000+ fans in Philadelphia and generating $2M in one weekend, the 3x3 women’s basketball league is taking its semifinals to Brooklyn’s Barclays Center on March 2. What does this mean for the playoff race, semifinal byes, and the long-term future of Unrivaled beyond Miami? Journalist Meghan L. Hall (USA Today’s For The Win) joins us to break down: ✔️Vinyl clinching the final playoff spot ✔️ Rae Burrell’s breakout performance ✔️Angel Reese returning to Rose BC ✔️How the Unrivaled postseason bracket is shaping up ✔️Whether the 3x3 offseason model can truly scale Then we turn to the biggest WNBA storyline of 2026: CBA negotiations. 💰 With a March 10 deadline set, housing concessions reportedly on the table, and revenue sharing still unresolved, the WNBA Players Association has already authorized a strike. With the May 8 season approaching, could this be a defining economic turning point for the league? We also dive into SEC women’s basketball chaos: 😮 LSU’s stunning 24–5 comeback over Ole Miss 🏆 South Carolina clinching at least a share of the SEC title ⬇️ Tennessee falling out of the AP Top 25 Women’s basketball is surging and the stakes are real across Unrivaled, the WNBA, and college hoops. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Unrivaled may have just changed All-Star basketball forever. Chelsea Gray took home $200,000 and delivered a tournament-winning three that only strengthened her “Point Gawd” legacy. The 1-on-1 tournament was physical, emotional, and clearly not an exhibition — Paige Bueckers stormed off, Angel Reese chimed in, and even NBA players are calling for this format. But the bigger storyline might be Breanna Stewart heading back to Turkey for EuroLeague Final Six — right as WNBA CBA negotiations approach what Adam Silver called the “11th hour.” The timing doesn’t conflict with the season… but the symbolism is hard to ignore. We’ll also look ahead to Athletes Unlimited’s Week 3 and how the new lineups could shake up the leaderboard. Vanderbilt just took down Texas in a statement win, while Olivia Miles is on a historic surge at TCU. And, as always, South Carolina continues to assert its dominance in the SEC. There’s high-level basketball everywhere right now — and real stakes attached to all of it. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

February basketball brought March-level intensity. Jordan Robinson and Autumn Johnson break down a loaded college hoops slate, including UConn’s historic rout of Tennessee, Texas’ control win over LSU, Duke’s gritty road test at Louisville, UCLA’s separation in the Big Ten, and South Carolina’s overwhelming statement against Tennessee. Then it’s Hoop Roots, revisiting why UConn–Tennessee once defined women’s basketball. We pivot to the WNBA, where the league has finally delivered a counterproposal in CBA negotiations. We unpack what actually moved, what didn’t, and why revenue sharing remains the central fault line as the 2026 season timeline tightens. We close with Unrivaled one-on-one predictions, breaking down the bracket, the chaos baked into the format, and who’s built to survive with nowhere to hide. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Philadelphia didn’t just show up. It made history! 🙌 Join Jordan Robinson and ESPN’s Kendra Andrews as they break down the Unrivaled Tour’s first-ever tour stop where 21,490 fans packed Xfinity Mobile Arena for a record-breaking doubleheader. We look at what made the night feel bigger than basketball including: 🏀 The largest crowd ever for a regular-season women’s pro basketball game ⭐ Community events, watch parties, celebrity appearances, and jerseys from every era in the stands ♥️ Emotional homecoming moments for Natasha Cloud and Kahleah Copper 💥 Marina Mabrey’s unforgettable 47-point, 10-three performance And in Hoop Roots, we discuss why this night matters historically and how Philly welcoming women’s pro basketball back for the first time since 1998 adds real significance. Finally, we break down the WNBA league-wide context: Current CBA negotiations Rising player frustration What this could mean for the 2026 WNBA season 🎧 Don’t miss this deep dive into one of the most historic nights in women’s basketball! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheryl Swoopes joins Jordan Robinson on The Women’s Hoops Show for a packed episode covering WNBA news, women’s college basketball, Athletes Unlimited basketball, and Unrivaled highlights. We kick things off with an Unrivaled Basketball midpoint breakdown, including reaction to Dominique Malonga’s viral dunk, updates on WNBA standings, and what it all means as the season heats up. Next, Jordan and Sheryl preview the upcoming Athletes Unlimited basketball season, returning this February. Sheryl shares insights on why this season matters, what makes the roster special, and the key storylines fans should be watching. The conversation shifts to women’s college basketball, as Jordan and Sheryl reveal their Top 5 college players to watch, spotlighting future WNBA stars and the rising talent shaping this season. We close with a timely discussion on the WNBA schedule release amid ongoing CBA negotiations, and what this could mean for players and the league moving forward. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of The Women’s Hoops Show, two worlds collide: women’s college basketball and Unrivaled. If you’re trying to keep up with everything happening in women’s hoops right now, this episode connects the dots. Jordan Robinson and Autumn Johnson start with a full women’s college basketball catch-up, breaking down the AP Top 25 and why the season feels like two realities at once. UConn continues to dominate, while the rest of the Top 10 turns into a nightly survival test. With only two undefeated teams left (UConn and Vanderbilt) and the SEC and Big Ten controlling the poll, the pressure is rising fast. Autumn was in the building for South Carolina vs. Texas, and she explains why the Gamecocks’ 68–65 revenge win looked like a true postseason blueprint. From there, they break down the games that reshaped the week: 🏀 UConn vs. Notre Dame: a third-quarter avalanche that showed real separation 🏀 UCLA vs. Maryland: the Bruins blow it open and keep building a contender résumé 🏀 LSU vs. Oklahoma: Flau’jae Johnson takes over as foul trouble flips the game 🏀 Ohio State vs. TCU: a last-minute thriller decided by guard play and turnovers 🏀 Vanderbilt vs. Michigan: the Commodores stay undefeated and pass another close-game test Before flipping the page, Jordan and Autumn tackle the question every fan is asking right now: Who are we sleeping on… and who’s ranked higher than their margin for error? Then it’s time for Unrivaled. The hosts break down league standings, who looks legit right now, run through Unrivaled superlatives, and dig into Season 2 viewership trends. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Unrivaled Season 2 is already in full chaos mode—in the best way. In this episode of The Women’s Hoop Show, Jordan Robinson is joined by Emma Baccellieri (Sports Illustrated staff writer and Court Queens co-author) to break down the early season vibes and the record-breaking performances that hit in the very first week. We start with the headline: Chelsea Gray is setting the standard. The pace, the vision, the audacity of the passes—she’s playing like this format was built in a lab for her. And while Chelsea is turning every possession into a highlight, the record book is already taking damage: Kelsey Plum detonates for 38, then Dearica Hamby tops it with a 40-piece, officially taking the single-game scoring record. It’s not just big numbers—it’s the way they’re doing it: switch-flipping, takeover basketball, and total comfort in the 3-on-3 game. We also hit other early marks (including Brittney Sykes and Sug Sutton tying the steals record) and what these performances tell us about which teams are actually built to thrive in this league right now. Plus: Emma shares behind-the-scenes insight from reporting on Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier as Sports Illustrated’s 2025 Innovators of the Year, and we close with the latest on the WNBA CBA—deadline passed, no deal, free agency in limbo, and what “status quo” really means moving forward. Court Queens (the illustrated history of women’s basketball) is available for pre-order now and drops March 17. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Unrivaled is officially back, and Season 2 is already making its presence felt — not just on the court, but across the entire women’s basketball landscape. Jordan and ESPN’s Kendra Andrews break down why this season feels different from the jump. Yes, it’s still about elite hoops: new teams, key roster additions, format tweaks, and high-level play right out of the gate. But it’s also about timing. With the WNBA CBA deadline looming, players having authorized a potential strike, and offseason alignment becoming more urgent than ever, Unrivaled has quickly become one of the few spaces where so many of the best players in the world are physically together — having real, in-person conversations about the future of the game. We start with a full Season 2 overview — what’s new, what’s changed, and how the league has expanded its footprint in just its second year. From there, we dive into opening day with quick-hit breakdowns of all four games, including what stood out, which teams made early statements, and where concerns already exist. Then we spotlight the performances that defined the night — from established stars reminding everyone who they are, to newcomers making an immediate impact, including Paige Bueckers' impressive debut as she immediately shaped her team's identity. We close with the latest developments in the WNBA CBA negotiations and why Unrivaled is becoming such a critical gathering place for players during one of the most consequential moments in women’s basketball history. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jordan Robinson and Sheryl Swoopes are BACK to break down where the CBA negotiations stand now that the deadline has been pushed to January 9—what the league is proposing, what the players are fighting for, and why housing, revenue share, and season length have become the biggest sticking points. And right in the middle of all this? Project B—the new global 5-on-5 league signing major WNBA stars to multimillion-dollar deals. What exactly is Project B, and how much pressure does it put on the league during these already-tense CBA talks? Lastly, we hit a news roundup: Dallas wins the No. 1 pick again and immediately becomes the center of the trade market, and the New York Liberty make a splash by hiring Chris DeMarco as their new head coach. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, Jordan Robinson and Kendra Andrews react to the All-WNBA reveals we haven’t hit yet—including the All-W and All-Defense teams. Then, a news roundup: why some WNBA owners are at odds with Commissioner Cathy Engelbert, Portland’s expansion hire of Cavaliers assistant Alex Sarama, and a few lighter stories you shouldn’t miss. Finally, Unrivaled takes the spotlight as the 3-on-3 league expands to eight teams, adds a Philly stop, lands big names—and yes, Caitlin Clark is out as she prioritizes Team USA and a return to 5-on-5. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The WNBA season is officially in the books — so it’s time to see how right (or wrong) we were with our preseason predictions. Jordan and Autumn revisit their original 2025 tier list (Contenders, Feisty, Borderline, and Bottom Feeders) to break down which teams lived up to the hype and which ones… didn’t. Then, it’s a full switch into college basketball mode with the Top 5 storylines heading into the 2025–26 season — from MiLaysia Fulwiley’s move to LSU and Chloe Kitts’ ACL injury to Ta’Niya Latson joining South Carolina, JuJu Watkins sitting out for the year, Olivia Miles’ transfer to TCU, and UConn reclaiming the #1 preseason ranking. It’s your perfect crossover episode to close out the pros and kick off the college hoops season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alyssa Thomas put up yet another triple-double, but Las Vegas slammed the door—sweeping Phoenix to clinch a third championship in four years. Jordan Robinson and co-host Sheryl Swoopes break down Game 4, zoom out on whether this run qualifies as a dynasty, and spotlight how the Mercury’s rookies helped fuel an unexpected Finals push. We also unpack Nate Tibbetts’ ejection, the cascade of boos for Commissioner Cathy Engelbert during the trophy ceremony, and A’ja Wilson’s blunt five-word message. Plus: a quick news roundup from record Finals ratings to Angel Reese’s Victoria’s Secret runway debut. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A’ja Wilson delivers an all-time playoff moment with her buzzer-beater to lift the Aces to a 3-0 Finals lead — but what does it mean for Alyssa Thomas, who’s looked human under the defensive load? ESPN’s Monica McNutt joins to break down Game 3 adjustments, Phoenix’s resilience, and what separates Vegas from the rest. Plus, we unpack the growing tension between Napheesa Collier and WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert, Candace Parker’s candid comments, and what’s really at stake in the upcoming CBA negotiations. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Aces continue their winning ways and take a two-game lead against the Mercury. Jordan and Autumn recap both of those games and analyze what the Mercury must do in order to get back into this series. Plus, they've got updates on Napheesa Collier vs WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert. Are things "beyond repair"? Lots to unpack there. And they'll end things by Sending Flowers to the players and teams that deserve the praise - sponsored by Cash App. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Aces clinched their spot in the Finals thanks to an overtime victory against the Fever. Autumn and Jordan recap that pivotal game 5 and preview how the best of 7 game series between the Aces and Mercury could shape up. But before that, they discuss the latest trending news as Napheesa Collier speaks bluntly about the W’s leadership (aka Cathy Engelbert) and Dallas Wings decide to fire their head coach. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Mercury shock the top-seeded Lynx to book a Finals berth, while the Fever punch back to force Game 5 in Vegas. We break down the swings—Phoenix’s defensive identity, Minnesota’s what-ifs without Collier and Reeve, and Indiana’s turnover/FT edge on the Aces—then close with Sending Flowers, honoring the players and teams who earned their roses. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Both semifinals are tied 1–1 and the heat is on. We break down Phoenix’s 20-point comeback vs. Minnesota, Las Vegas’ paint-first reset against Indiana, and what tweaks decide pivotal Game 3s. Plus a Coaches Corner discussing Sandy Brondello and Noelle Quinn’s exits—and why Chicago and Dallas are standing pat. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jordan is joined by Autumn Johnson to break down the shocking start to the semi-final round and how they see each series going from here. Then they share their reactions to each of the league's major award announcements, including a new FOUR-TIME MVP winner. And before they give flowers Jordan and Autumn talk about what's next for the four first round losers. Buckle up. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jordan and Sheryl break down a wild opening to the WNBA Playoffs where Valkyries punch first but the Lynx punch back harder, Atlanta wins its first playoff game since 2018, Liberty survive OT, and the Aces annihilate the Storm. They debate which teams can force a Game 3 and how the new format is working for them. Plus a Sending Flowers segment to round out the show and highlight individuals who deserve praise. Our first-ever merch drop is live! Tees, hoodies, caps & more — available Sept 2–16 only at shopwomenshoops.com. Don’t miss it! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

History’s undefeated: every W team with a 15+ win streak has finished as champs. Will the Aces keep the streak perfect—or crack under the pressure? Jordan and Autumn unpack momentum vs. burden, and why Autumn says the heaviest weight sits with the defending champs, even while the Lynx wear the No. 1 target. They also run through every title hopeful with one sharp question each: Golden State’s forced move to San Jose—does Chase Center magic travel? Atlanta’s non–All-Star X-factor, Indiana’s Kelsey-as-superhero path, and Seattle’s “want → wins” test. Plus they preview a volatile 4 vs 5 matchup in Mercury vs Liberty. And stick around until the end for a wholesome bonus to close the show. Our first-ever merch drop is live! Tees, hoodies, caps & more — available Sept 2–16 only at shopwomenshoops.com. Don’t miss it! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Angel Reese comments about the Chicago Sky has become the biggest storyline in the league. We break down the full fallout and what it really means for Angel, the Sky, and WNBA free agency ahead. Then, we turn to the playoff picture: who are the true contenders? From the Liberty’s skid to the Mercury’s depth, Atlanta’s three-point gamble, Vegas’ streak, and Minnesota’s machine, we spotlight each title hopeful—along with the Achilles heel that could end their run. Finally, we close with Sending Flowers presented by Cash App, giving love to the players and moments that deserve their roses right now. Our first-ever merch drop is live! Tees, hoodies, caps & more — available Sept 2–16 only at shopwomenshoops.com. Don’t miss it! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The playoffs are almost here — and the bracket could get WILD. We take your questions on potential upsets, toughest paths to the Finals, and what storylines could define the first round. Can the Valkyries shock the Aces? Could Phoenix send the Liberty home early? And do the Storm have any chance to steady the rollercoaster? Along the way we hit on game recaps (Liberty–Valkyries, Fever–Mercury, Sparks–Dream), Seattle’s frustrations, which first-year coaches are staying put, how MVP voting really works (and why first-place votes aren’t everything), and Angel Reese’s blunt message to the Chicago Sky. Our first-ever merch drop is live! Tees, hoodies, caps & more — available Sept 2–16 only at shopwomenshoops.com. Don’t miss it! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With just weeks left in the regular season, the WNBA playoff picture is anything but settled. On this episode of The Women’s Hoop Show, we break down the Aces’ resurgence, the Dream’s late-game struggles, the Storm’s shocking comeback over the Lynx, and the Liberty’s stumble at the wrong time. We also spotlight spoiler teams shaking up the standings and whether the Indiana Fever can hang onto the 8-spot. Then it’s awards talk: we debate the frontrunners for Most Improved Player, from Veronica Burton’s breakout with the Valkyries to Alicia Gray’s leap into MVP territory. In Hoop Roots, Sheryl Swoopes reflects on recording the WNBA’s first-ever triple-double, while we make the case for Alyssa Thomas’s MVP candidacy. Finally, we wrap with Sending Flowers presented by Cash App, honoring the players and coaches making the biggest impact right now. Our first-ever merch drop is live! Tees, hoodies, caps & more — available Sept 2–16 only at shopwomenshoops.com. Don’t miss it! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The MVP race is heating up—Napheesa Collier and A’ja Wilson are both putting up historic performances, and the battle for the award may come down to the final weeks of the regular season. ESPN’s Kendra Andrews joins the Women’s Hoop Show to break down her reporting on the Las Vegas Aces’ stunning turnaround and what Phee’s return means for the Minnesota Lynx. We also spotlight the season’s most underrated storylines, from rookies making an impact across the W, to Nneka Ogwumike's best season, and what’s really going on with the Chicago Sky. Plus, we discuss the looming schedule crunch as the league expands and close things out with Sending Flowers presented by CashApp. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

History was made in Vancouver with the first-ever regular-season WNBA game in Canada as the Storm edged the Dream. We recap the action, then shift to the Lynx who continue to prove they’re Finals contenders after another big win over the Liberty. Plus, Seattle unveiled a groundbreaking Sue Bird statue—the first of its kind in league history. We also talk about what it means, who could be next, and close out with our “Sending Flowers” segment honoring the week’s best. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rivalry Week is here, but the real drama is in the standings. Jordan and Sheryl fire up the WNBA Playoff Concern Meter to break down which fan bases can relax and which should be sweating every game. From the Liberty’s tough schedule to the Dream’s hot streak, the Mercury’s push for home court, and the Storm’s slide, we’re sorting contenders from pretenders. Plus, a deep dive into some of the greatest rivalries in WNBA history: from Comets vs. Liberty to Aces vs. Liberty. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We check in on post-trade performances shaking up the WNBA playoff picture. From Aaliyah Edwards’ new role in Connecticut to Jacy Sheldon’s spark in Washington and Brittney Sykes’ explosive start in Seattle, we break down which players are thriving in fresh uniforms. Plus, we celebrate history-makers: Alyssa Thomas’ triple-double streak, Dominique Malonga’s rookie milestone, and A’ja Wilson’s jaw-dropping 32-point, 20-rebound game. We recap key matchups — including the Lynx-Liberty showdown, Sparks-Storm thriller, and the Dream’s rise — and hand out flowers to players and moments that deserve their roses. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, ESPN’s Kendra Andrews joins us for a wide-ranging conversation on some of the biggest WNBA storylines right now. We kick things off with a deep dive into Napheesa Collier’s MVP-caliber season, her leadership role with the Lynx, and what her recent injury means for Minnesota’s title hopes. We then shift to the ongoing CBA negotiations, player leverage, and the impact of Unrivaled on the future of the league. Kendra also gives us the inside scoop on the Golden State Valkyries—how they’ve become the league’s most exciting expansion story, the role of international talent, and what makes them a real playoff threat. Plus, we talk NBA vs. WNBA coverage, media access, and how storytelling differs across leagues. And yes, we even find time to unpack Klay Thompson and Megan Thee Stallion’s power couple moment. Whether you're here for the hoop talk, the business of basketball, or the Bay Area takeover, this episode has it all. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices