Best Jan Hamby Podcasts (2025)

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Breaking down a wild week for Indiana Fever - Caitlin Clark injury, DeWanna Bonner waiver, struggles 30:10

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The Indiana Fever have had a wild week. DeWanna Bonner was waived, Aari McDonald was signed, and Damiris Dantas departed for international play. Plus, Caitlin Clark is injured and the Fever keep blowing leads. Tony East — Indiana Fever beat reporter for The Next — breaks it down on Locked On Women's Basketball. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors…

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Will the Las Vegas Aces MISS the playoffs? | WNBA Podcast 32:57

1d ago32:57

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In today's Locked on Women's Basketball, Chelsea Leite and Jamie Steyer Johnson talk about the stiff competition for playoff spots. They talk about the Las Vegas Aces' issues with depth and effort this season, their offseason moves, and the danger of missing the playoffs. thumbnail: © Lucas Peltier | 2025 Jun 25 SKIMS Shop SKIMS Mens at SKIMS.com/l…

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Jan Jensen joins the show, talks Iowa in the post-Caitlin Clark era | Women's Basketball Podcast 30:40

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It turns out that in the post-Caitlin Clark era, even with Lisa Bluder retiring, Iowa is stronger than ever. Having the leadership of Jan Jensen will do that — and she joins host Howard Megdal to discuss her 23-win, inaugural campaign as head coach after decades as Lisa's trusted lieutenant. The two talk about everything from Lucy Olsen's ascendanc…

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Valkyries On The Move in Year One 31:53

4d ago31:53

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The WNBA season is off and running with dozens of storylines emerging from coast to coast. One of the most intriguing is the newest team in the league, with women's professional basketball back in the Bay Area and the success of the Golden State Valkyries. Expansion has brought a team with invested owners, top-notch leadership in the front office a…

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Our early 2025 WNBA All-Rookie team | WNBA Podcast 32:38

6d ago32:38

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Today, host Hunter Cruse is joined by co-hosts Emily Adler and Lincoln Shafer to give their early All-Rookie team picks for the 2025 WNBA season. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! OLIPOP Get a free can of OLIPOP! Just buy any two cans in store and they’ll reimburse you for one. Head to drinkolipop.com/LOCKEDONNBA to claim your free can and fin…

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WNBA refereeing needs to get better — and so does the way we talk about it | WNBA Podcast 32:50

7d ago32:50

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Host Jackie Powell explores the latest hot topic in WNBA circles and that’s officiating. First she explains the reasons for the latest complaints in officiating after there was a shuffle that broke out between Caitlin Clark’s Indiana Fever and Jacy Sheldon’s Connecticut Sun earlier this week. Also, Powell shares how Liberty head coach Sandy Brondel…

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How Indiana Fever showing signs of improvement | Fever talk officials, win Commissioner's Cup East 28:37

8d ago28:37

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The Indiana Fever have Cailtin Clark back and are showing signs of improvement. On today's Locked On Women's Basketball, Tony East -- Indiana Fever beat reporter for The Next -- breaks down the team's growth after talking about the team's officiating concerns and Commissioner's Cup East victory. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! OLIPOP Get a f…

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Hall of Famer Alana Beard joins show, discusses WNBA legacy and future | Women's Basketball Podcast 29:22

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A much-deserved honor, induction into the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame, leads the discussion between WNBA legend Alana Beard and host Howard Megdal on today's show. The two remenisce about her career highlights, when she knew it was time to retire, and how the WNBA has evolved since she did so. Plus hear from The Next correspondents Terry Horstm…

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Why the Indiana Fever fought; Brittney Griner talks Atlanta Dream rise | Women's Basketball Podcast 31:19

9d ago31:19

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It was a busy night in the WNBA, and Howard Megdal gets you caught up on the most important stories. The show starts with the Indiana Fever-Connecticut Sun brawl, what it meant and just as important, what it didn't mean. Hear from Fever coach Stephanie White (and YouTube viewers, enjoy Caitlin Clark's facial expressions).Then Megdal is joined by Br…

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A new normal in college athletics 32:20

11d ago32:20

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With the signing of the much anticipated House Settlement, the world of college athletics has changed - yet again. We have a new world of pay for play, revenue sharing, roster limits and how NIL is going to be run across the board starting this summer. What does it mean? Who gets the biggest pieces of the pie? Who determines what really is NIL mark…

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Re-Drafting 2021 WNBA Draft: Does DiJonai Carrington Go No. 1? | WNBA Podcast? 33:00

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Today, host Hunter Cruse is joined by co-hosts Emily Adler and Lincoln Shafer to re-draft the 2021 WNBA Draft, which is regarded as the worst draft class in league history. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! OLIPOP Get a free can of OLIPOP! Just buy any two cans in store and they’ll reimburse you for one. Head to drinkolipop.com/LOCKEDONNBA to …

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Becoming Caitlin Clark is the MUST-READ book of the summer | Women’s Basketball Podcast 31:54

14d ago31:54

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Howard Megdal, founder and editor of The Next and The IX, joins host Natalie Heavren to discuss his latest book, “Becoming Caitlin Clark: The Unknown Origin Story of a Modern Basketball Superstar.” The pair chat about why he wrote it, how six-on-six has influenced the modern era of basketball in Iowa, and go behind the scenes of recording an audiob…

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Caitlin Clark's IMPORTANCE to the Indiana Fever | WNBA Podcast 34:19

15d ago34:19

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Today on Locked on Women's Basketball, Chelsea Leite and Tony East catch up on Caitlin Clark updates, including her status ahead of the Fever's game against the New York Liberty on Saturday. Thumbnail: Hannah Kevorkian | The Next Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Dow…

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Coco Gauff's WNBA moment with Sabrina Ionescu; Paige Bueckers returns | Women's Basketball Podcast 29:26

16d ago29:26

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Guess who showed up at the New York Liberty game Tuesday night? Yes, Coco Gauff. Our The Next reporter Jackie Powell discussed this with Sabrina Ionescu. Then CBS Sports' Isabel Gonzalez chats with host Howard Megdal about what this crossover tells us about the women's sports moment, along with a discussion on everything from Paige Bueckers' impact…

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Kelsey Plum objects; Richmond's Aaron Roussell talks building a program | Women's Basketball Podcast 32:21

17d ago32:21

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It's another jam-packed day in women's basketball. First, Kelsey Plum went off on WNBA officiating postgame. Our Sparks beat reporter, Cameron Ruby, was there and joins host Howard Megdal to dig into whether or not she's got a legitimate beef. Then Richmond head coach Aaron Roussell talks to Megdal about how he built the Spiders, what modern analyt…

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Ranking the WNBA’s best young cores (2025) | WNBA Podcast 32:59

20d ago32:59

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Today, host Hunter Cruse is joined by co-host Emily Adler to rank every WNBA team’s young cores. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! OpenPhone Streamline and scale your customer communications with OpenPhone. Get 20% off your first 6 months at www.openphone.com/lockedonnba Betterhelp This episode is sponsored by Betterhelp. Your well-being is wo…

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Golden State Valkyries could struggle this month due to international tournaments | WNBA Podcast 32:49

21d ago32:49

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Host Jackie Powell is joined by Marisa Ingemi of the San Francisco Chronicle to walk through why the Golden State Valkyries are going to struggle in June with so many of their players overseas competing in EuroBasket. Then Jackie and Marisa discuss a conversation they both had with Liberty guard Marine Johannès about why she decided not to go over …

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Minnesota Lynx could win WNBA CHAMPIONSHIP this year | WNBA Podcast 33:24

22d ago33:24

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In today's episode, Chelsea Leite sits with Minnesota-based writer for The Next, Lucas Seehafer to break down the Minnesota Lynx's chances of winning the WNBA championship this season. They talk Minnesota's strengths and weaknesses, and how they can beat the dominant New York Liberty. Right now, new customers can get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BE…

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Li Yueru wants out of Seattle; Jacy Sheldon embraces Connecticut Sun | Women's Basketball Podcast 27:35

23d ago27:35

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What is going on in Seattle? A big win, powered by Seattle's bench, is quickly overtaken by Li Yueru's trade demand. Our Bella Munson and Jackie Powell fill you in.Then Howard Megdal gets to speak with Jacy Sheldon, Connecticut Sun guard, about her busy year in hoops, from an offseason trade to patrolling the sidelines for her alma mater, Ohio Stat…

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Jordan Robinson on Atlanta Dream surge, Las Vegas Aces struggles | Women's Basketball Podcast 33:44

24d ago33:44

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The great Jordan Robinson, host of The Women's Hoop Show, She's Got Next and much more — seriously, go subscribe — joins host Howard Megdal as the two bat around a lot of the early-season WNBA storylines. How good are the Atlanta Dream, and how sustainable is it? Does this model of A'ja Wilson and the Las Vegas Aces work if A'ja is asked to do this…

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Early second-year check-in on 2024 WNBA draft class | WNBA Podcast 33:32

27d ago33:32

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Today, host Hunter Cruse is joined by co-hosts Lincoln Shafer and Emily Adler to talk about early WNBA season performances from second-year players like Caitlin Clark, Kamilla Cardoso, Angel Reese, and more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! WayFair Give your home the refresh it needs with Wayfair. Head to Wayfair.com right now. Wayfair. Every…

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How did the Washington Mystics earn their 3-3 record? | Women’s Basketball Podcast 28:47

28d ago28:47

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Two weeks into the WNBA season, The Next’s Washington Mystics beat reporter Jenn Hatfield joins host Natalie Heavren to chat all about the team’s season so far. The pair chats about the Mystics win over the Indiana Fever on Wednesday night as well as what lies ahead for Washington. Hatfield also discusses the impacts of veteran guard Brittney Sykes…

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Can Napheesa Collier, Minnesota Lynx reach another level? | Women's Basketball Podcast 30:43

29d ago30:43

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It's another season to remember already for the Minnesota Lynx, who are off to a 5-0 start. Lucas Seehafer of The Next joins host Howard Megdal to discuss the particulars of how Napheesa Collier has somehow gotten better, the team's depth promises even more offensive firepower this season, while the two begin reflecting on Wednesday night' big game…

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Caitlin Clark is injured but the WNBA sky is NOT falling | Women's Basketball Podcast 31:23

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On Wednesday's edition of Locked On Women's Basketball, Howard Megdal and Jackie Powell discuss the week's biggest topics, starting with separating the signal from the noise on Caitlin Clark's injury and what it means — and doesn't — for the WNBA. Hear from The Next's correspondents around the league, along with a deeper dive into the Eastern Confe…

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Kelly Graves joins show, talks Oregon as women's basketball epicenter | Women's Basketball Podcast 29:24

1M ago29:24

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Between the Oregon alums in the WNBA like Sabrina Ionescu and Satou Sabally, the Oregon Ducks returning to the NCAA Tournament and the forthcoming WNBA team in Portland, Oregon is quickly becoming the center of the women's basketball universe. Kelly Graves, who knows a little something about how that happened, joins host Howard Megdal to talk about…

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WNBA rookie report: How have Paige Bueckers and Kiki Iriafen played early on? | WNBA Podcast 31:48

1M ago31:48

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Today, host Hunter Cruse is joined by co-hosts Lincoln Shafer and Emily Adler to talk about early WNBA season rookie performances, including Paige Bueckers, Sonia Citron, and Kiki Iriafen. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! CarGurus Buy or sell your next car today with CarGurus at CarGurus.com to make sure your big deal is the best deal. SKIMS …

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From Vegas vs. NY to Chicago vs. Indiana: What makes healthy rivalries in the WNBA? | WNBA Podcast 33:00

1M ago33:00

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Host Jackie Powell is joined by Cassandra Negley of Yahoo Sports to dive into the current discourse about WNBA rivalries. The pair discusses what makes healthy rivalries and how hate speech against any player or team shouldn’t be a part of rivalries shaping the league. They consider if the Fever vs. Sky is a legitimate WNBA rivalry? And then they g…

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Injuries in the WNBA: A Roundtable with Physical Therapists | WNBA Podcast 33:57

1M ago33:57

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In today's Locked on Women's Basketball, Chelsea Leite has brought together Lucas Seehafer, PHD, PT, and Hannah Kevorkian, PT, to discuss injuries, prevention, and research in the WNBA. They talk about what causes common basketball injuries, what they do in surgeries, and how these can be prevented. Academic studies mentioned in the episode: The Ef…

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Elizabeth Williams joins the show, takes us inside the Chicago Sky experience | WNBA Podcast 26:36

1M ago26:36

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It's been a loud few days in Chicago Sky world. But host Howard Megdal reiterates that it is a time to embrace the gray area and pay attention to what matters, not what is loudest. He is joined on today's podcast by Elizabeth Williams of the Sky, who speaks about what the last few days have been like, how she navigates her leadership role in the WN…

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Lisa Leslie and Shattering the Glass brought us to this WNBA moment | Women's Basketball Podcast 33:31

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It is easy to get caught up in the hype of the current WNBA and lose sight of those who brought us to this A'ja Wilson, Caitlin Clark, Napheesa Collier moment of today. So we are joined by historians Pamela Grundy and Susan Shackelford, whose newly revised book, Shattering the Glass, helps us put that in context. Next, host Howard Megdal is joined …

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The WNBA's CBA - The Next Negotiations 34:18

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The WNBA regular season is off and running – games started to count for real on May 16th for a season we do not want to miss. But one of the big things that we need to understand and watch this summer is what’s happening in the board rooms and at the negotiation table – that’s the WNBA Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). Analyst and host Missy H…

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Takeaways from the first WNBA games of 2025 | Women’s Basketball Podcast 34:12

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Hosts Emily Adler and Lincoln Shafer discuss the opening games of the 2025 WNBA season. They recap the Phoenix Mercury offense, Caitlin Clark and DeWanna Bonner's historic performances, Angel Reese's growth, and the dire situation in the Dallas Wings' frontcourt room. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Prizepicks Now’s the perfect time to join.…

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The Next’s 2025 WNBA preseason awards and predictions | Women’s Basketball Podcast 31:15

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The WNBA season starts today, and The Next’s Emily Adler joins host Natalie Heavren to break down the results of The Next’s 2025 WNBA preseason awards and predictions. The pair chats about Adler’s preseason survey as well as their own award and season predictions. Adler also talks about the preseason so far and what excites her about the upcoming s…

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Julie Allemand, Sarah Ashlee Barker join the show, talk LA Sparks, WNBA | Women's Basketball Podcast 27:02

1M ago27:02

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At Los Angeles Sparks Media Day, host Howard Megdal talks one-on-one with Julie Allemand and Sarah Ashlee Barker, two critical pieces of the team's new-look offense under head coach Lynne Roberts. The discussion ranges from expectations and efficiency on the court to the way playing in Los Angeles offers an opportunity to embrace the WNBA's expande…

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Kelsey Plum, Dearica Hamby, Rickea Jackson talk LA Sparks, WNBA season | Women's Basketball Podcast 30:11

1M ago30:11

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Greetings from Los Angeles Sparks Media Day! In Part I of a two-part show, host Howard Megdal spoke one-on-one with Kelsey Plum, Dearics Hamby and Rickea Jackson about the new-look Sparks. Megdal delves into the offensive makeup of the new roster, how the players plan to work within themselves and among the strength and depth of the team, while eac…

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Grace Berger joins the show, talks WNBA title aspirations in Minnesota | Women's Basketball Podcast 26:16

2M ago26:16

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Grace Berger, Minnesota Lynx guard, joins the show to talk about her pro journey. From the moment she got claimed on waivers by the Lynx to her overseas play, Berger has never let changes get in the way of developing her game further. She discusses everything from how to navigate a midrange shooting world amid the rise in analytics to the ways she …

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Monday WCBK Musings 32:55

2M ago32:55

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It is almost the middle of May and that means the WNBA season is starting in earnest in one week but there is always room to talk about the topics swirling in the college game and college athletics. From coaching changes to house settlements, conference stability and revenue sharing and the portal – it’s all things to take notice to - analyst and h…

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WNBA 25-And-Under Draft (2025) | WNBA Podcast 31:56

2M ago31:56

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Host Hunter Cruse is joined by co-hosts Em Adler and Lincoln Shafer for a draft of the WNBA’s best players 25 and under. The goal isn’t to build the best team to win a game today, but rather to build the best young core for the present and future. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Amazon Fire TV Stick 4k Did you know your Fire TV is also an Xb…

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What are the 2025 expectations for the defending WNBA champs the New York Liberty? | WNBA Podcast 32:38

2M ago32:38

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Host and The Next’s New York Liberty beat reporter Jackie Powell is joined by Madeline Kenney of the New York Post to examine the expectations going into the 2025 season for the defending champions the New York Liberty. What roles will the newcomers have and what should we expect to see from the team’s big three in Jonquel Jones, Sabrina Ionescu an…

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New York Liberty GM Jonathan Kolb explains how team can get even better | Women's Basketball Podcast 26:06

2M ago26:06

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New York Liberty general manager Jonathan Kolb spoke at length with host Howard Megdal, Locked On Women's Basketball host Jackie Powell and other media members this past weekend. In Part 1 of our takeaways, Megdal focuses on efficiency and the overall trajectory of the team. More to come in Part 2 from Powell on Friday.Support Us By Supporting Our …

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Atlanta Dream assistant Brandi Poole talks WNBA offensive efficiency | Women's Basketball Podcast 26:25

2M ago26:25

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For Atlanta Dream assistant Brandi Poole, the challenge of coming to the Dream and getting a chance to work with Brittney Griner, Bri Jones and a stacked roster was appealing for so many reasons. In Karl Smesko, the new Atlanta head coach, Poole is working on the staff of someone who lives the offensive efficiency life. Poole has succeeded far and …

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Brenda Frese joins the show, talks Big Ten all star team at Maryland | Women's Basketball Podcast 26:53

2M ago26:53

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Maryland head coach Brenda Frese returns to Locked On Women's Basketball, where she talks about a momentous season in College Park, along with a team of transfers which should help the Terrapins more than make up for the loss of program-definer Shyanne Sellers. Plus, reflecting on how the 2024-25 Terrapins accomplished so much.Amazon Fire TV Stick …

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Rookies star in Day 1 of WNBA preseason games | WNBA Podcast 27:06

2M ago27:06

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Today, host Hunter Cruse is joined by co-host Lincoln Shafer to discuss the first preseason games of the 2025 season, including Dallas vs. Las Vegas and Chicago vs. Brazil. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Amazon Fire TV Stick 4k Did you know your Fire TV is also an Xbox? Turn any TV into your gaming and entertainment hub with Fire TV Stick 4…

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What to expect from the Phoenix Mercury this season | Women’s Basketball Podcast 27:09

2M ago27:09

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With just 15 days until the Phoenix Mercury play its first regular season game of the year, The Next’s Phoenix Mercury beat reporter Tia Reid joins host Natalie Heavren to chat about the upcoming season. The pair talked about the team’s media day, what’s happened in training camp so far and what excites Reid about the regular season. Reid also brea…

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Concerning Injury Trends in Professional Women's Sports | WNBA Podcast 32:33

2M ago32:33

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Today on Locked on Women's Basketball, Chelsea Leite is joined by Jackie Powell to talk about New York Liberty training camp. They also get into the news of Georgia Amoore's ACL injury, and the progress being made on women's sports medicine research. This episode is brought to you by the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K. Turn any TV into your Xbox—no consol…

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Caitlin Clark declares WNBA title or bust at Indiana Fever Media Day | Women's Basketball Podcast 30:23

2M ago30:23

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The Indiana Fever held the team's Media Day on Wednesday, and Caitlin Clark threw down the gauntlet: a championship is how she'll define a successful season. Indiana Fever beat reporter with The Next Tony East was there, and he joins host Howard Megdal to deep dive into the many factors that will determine whether or not Clark gets that title. Ever…

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Coquese Washington talks Rutgers lessons from this season, new roster | Women's Basketball Podcast 31:40

2M ago31:40

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After a run to the WNIT Elite Eight, Rutgers head coach Coquese Washington has her sights on the NCAA Tournament in year 4, she tells host Howard Megdal. The two discuss not only the new players joining the Scarlet Knights, but the way they fit together. Washington also reflects on what went wrong with Kiyomi McMiller and how Destiny Adams and JoJo…

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MiLaysia Fulwiley to LSU and the latest in the transfer portal | WCBB Podcast 30:17

2M ago30:17

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Today, host Hunter Cruse is joined by co-hosts Lincoln Shafer and Emily Adler to talk about the fits for the best transfers to change schools this offseason, including MiLaysia Fulwiley to LSU, Ta’Niya Latson to South Carolina, and more. Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to…

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The Battle for a Spot: WNBA Teams with Toughest & Most Unpredictable Training Camps | WNBA Podcast 32:59

2M ago32:59

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Host and The Next’s New York Liberty beat reporter Jackie Powell is joined by Fever beat reporter Tony East to break down some of the WNBA’s most and least predictable training camps. They run through the entire league in their quest to determine who might make final rosters by opening day on May 16. First Jackie and Tony examine the toughest camps…

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The stakes for Dallas Wings as Paige Bueckers arrives in the WNBA | Women's Basketball Podcast 29:20

2M ago29:20

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Paige Bueckers is a member of the Dallas Wings, and that has huge ramifications for Bueckers, the Wings and the WNBA as a whole. Host Howard Megdal spoke to Bueckers, Wings GM Curt Miller and more folks at the introductory press conference for Bueckers. He provides context on how Bueckers' 2025 is pivotal for not only her, but the franchise as a wh…