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A'ja Wilson's basketball accolades are growing everyday, and her cultural influence is unmatched. Senior News and Features Editor for Athletic and Outdoor at Footwear News, Peter Verry, joins host Gigi Speer to discuss the unique nature of A'ja's shoe drop, her charismatic presence on-site at a photoshoot, her spot in history as the next black woman with a signature shoe, and the GOATs that called her when the news dropped. Then, to continue A'ja's birthday festivites, Arden Franklyn hops on to talk about A'ja's style of play, Team USA in the Paris Olympics, and how she reminds him of hooping on a playground.Happy birthday A'ja!Follow & Subscribe on All Podcast Platforms…

Come spend a very newsy Thursday with Greg Bibb, president of the Dallas Wings. He outlines an updated timetable for the returns of Satou Sabally and Maddy Siegrist, explains how his roster will have to change due to WNBA rules, and talks about everything from the expectations for the rest of the Dallas Wings season to his multiyear plan. Host Howard Megdal is here to tell you what it all means. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors From brakes to exhaust kits and beyond, eBay Motors has over 122 million parts to keep your ride-or-die alive. With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to bring home that big win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. FanDuel FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. As playoffs wind down, the sports stop sporting like we want

Entering Year 3 of her tenure at Rutgers, Coquese Washington has a recruiting class worthy of the promise she brought to the Scarlet Knights' program. She joins host Howard Megdal to discuss Kiyomi McMiller, along with the group of four newcomers coming to the RAC. The two discuss the incredible moment of growth women's basketball is experiencing right now, specifically what it means for the Rutgers program as well. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors From brakes to exhaust kits and beyond, eBay Motors has over 122 million parts to keep your ride-or-die alive. With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to bring home that big win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. FanDuel FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. As playoffs wind down, the sports stop

The WNBA stories just keep coming, and host Howard Megdal is joined by SFGATE.com sports editor Alex Simon to discuss everything. Can Paige Bueckers find her way to Golden State? What do we make of the more than 15,000 season ticket deposits sold already? What did we learn and not learn at All Star, and what are the ramifications of the new media rights deal? So much big-picture analysis here. --------------------------------ABOUT OUR SPONSORS------------------- Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors From brakes to exhaust kits and beyond, eBay Motors has over 122 million parts to keep your ride-or-die alive. With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to bring home that big win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. FanDuel FanDuel, America’s Number One Spor

Georgetown’s Rebekkah Brunson was one of the most tantalizing athletes in the country. How did she fall to No. 10 in the 2004 WNBA Draft? Host Hunter Cruse is joined by co-host Em Adler to revisit Brunson’s pre-draft film and discuss her similarities to Angel Reese as a prospect in this episode of WNBA Retrospect.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!eBay MotorsFrom brakes to exhaust kits and beyond, eBay Motors has over 122 million parts to keep your ride-or-die alive. With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to bring home that big win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply.FanDuelFanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. As playoffs wind down, the sports stop sporting like we want them to. But this summer, FanDuel is hooking up ALL CUSTOMERS with a boost or a bonus, DAIL

Note: This episode was recorded before USA beat Canada in 3x3 pool round on Friday afternoon.Host Jackie Powell is joined by SB Nation’s Noa Dalzell to break down what has stood out in Olympic women’s basketball. First, they discuss what they took away from Team USA’s 87-74 victory over Belgium on Thursday in 5x5. What is STEW’JA and why is it unique?Next, Noa explains where Team USA stands in 3x3. Can the Americans make it through to the next round? Later, Jackie and Noa preview why Group B in 5x5 (which includes Australia and Nigeria) is the one to watch this weekendThumbnail Photo Credit: Left to Right: Jesse D. Garrabrant- USA Basketball, Andrew P. Scott-USA TODAY Sports, and John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports.Links: Alexa Philippou on STEW’JAhttps://www.espn.com/olympics/story/_/id/40690785/aja-wilson-breanna-stewart-leaders-team-usa-womens-basketballNoa Dalzell recaps the USA’s win over Belgium for SB Nationhttps://www.sbnation.com/wnba/2024/8/1/24211466/team-usa-womens-basketball-vs-belgium-breanna-ste

It's a boom time for Canadian women's basketball, and fortunately for us The Next's Hayley McGoldrick is here to talk about all of it with host Howard Megdal. Canada's 5-on-5 team is on the brink of crashing out in group stage after losses to France and Australia, but a reliance on Natalie Achonwa as point forward and more scoring from Bridget Carleton may hold the key to salvation. Meanwhile, the 3x3 team has a win already, and eyes on medaling. And WNBA Toronto is moving full speed ahead. Hayley breaks down what it all means. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors From brakes to exhaust kits and beyond, eBay Motors has over 122 million parts to keep your ride-or-die alive. With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to bring home that big win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first

Did you know A'ja Wilson of the Aces is the same person as A'ja Wilson of USA Basketball? It's true, and our host Howard Megdal is joined by The Next's Matthew Walter to discuss the implications for both her teams. The two also discuss the unretirement of the great Tiffany Hayes, what makes Chelsea Gray - another member of both the Aces and USA Basketball - so special, and much more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For Lin Dunn's Indiana Fever, a 2-9 start masked the opportunity for the franchise to finally dig out from the loss of Tamika Catchings and return to the playoffs. She joins host Howard Megdal to talk about the 15 games that have followed, with a 9-6 mark to show for it, and why Caitlin Clark, Aliyah Boston and Kelsey Mitchell have an even higher ceiling ahead. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors From brakes to exhaust kits and beyond, eBay Motors has over 122 million parts to keep your ride-or-die alive. With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to bring home that big win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. FanDuel FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. As playoffs wind down, the sports stop sporting like we want them to. But this summer, FanDuel

Summer if flying by and even with this mid-summer break of the WNBA, there is always news on the women's basketball front and action to watch! Team USA hits the hardcourt this week in a quest for a second straight gold medal in 3v3 and an amazing EIGHTH gold in the game we know and love, 5v5. The NCAA also gave us more news last week on what comes with settlements from anti-trust lawsuits - what does it mean for college basketball going forward? That and a new media rights deal for the W that is having us ask - what's next? Analyst and host Missy Heidrick gets you from end of the court to the other today. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!eBay MotorsFrom brakes to exhaust kits and beyond, eBay Motors has over 122 million parts to keep your ride-or-die alive. With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to bring home that big win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers.GametimeDownload the Gam

Purdue’s Katie Douglas was one of the most versatile players in college basketball. How did she fall to No. 10 in the 2001 WNBA Draft? In this episode of WNBA Retrospect, Host Hunter Cruse is joined by co-hosts Em Adler and Lincoln Shafer to revisit Douglas’ pre-draft film as a prospect.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!eBay MotorsFrom brakes to exhaust kits and beyond, eBay Motors has over 122 million parts to keep your ride-or-die alive. With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to bring home that big win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply.FanDuelFanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. As playoffs wind down, the sports stop sporting like we want them to. But this summer, FanDuel is hooking up ALL CUSTOMERS with a boost or a bonus, DAILY! That’s right, there’s so

With the opening ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics is in just a few hours away, The Next’s Scott Mammoser joins host Natalie Heavren live from Paris to chat all things Team USA. The pair talk about Team USA’s 5-on-5 and 3-on-3 teams, other teams to keep an eye on, what games to circle on your calendar and more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!eBay MotorsFrom brakes to exhaust kits and beyond, eBay Motors has over 122 million parts to keep your ride-or-die alive. With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to bring home that big win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply.FanDuelFanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. As playoffs wind down, the sports stop sporting like we want them to. But this summer, FanDuel is hooking up ALL CUSTOMERS with a boost or a bonus, DAIL

The Shakira Austin birthday episode is TODAY! Host Gigi Speer tells you all about how the big got drafted third over all, the leaps she made in high school and college that changed the trajectory of her life, her experience being the oldest of seven, and what the future may have in store for the now twenty-four year old! Photo Credit: Stephen Gosling/NBA via Getty Images. Follow & Subscribe on All Podcast Platforms…

Team USA beat Germany women’s basketball in an exhibition game on Tuesday. Host Gigi Speer asks guest itsBTerrell if he was surprised about this ONE STAT. Plus, he gives insight into the greatness that is Allisha Gray’s arc, a fact about Dawn Staley not many people know, and whether they’re currently living in a simulation. Locked On Women’s Basketball has you covered.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!eBay MotorsFrom brakes to exhaust kits and beyond, eBay Motors has over 122 million parts to keep your ride-or-die alive. With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to bring home that big win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply.FanDuelFanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. As playoffs wind down, the sports stop sporting like we want them to. But this summer, FanDuel i

Arike Ogunbowale. Allisha Gray. Even Sue Bird, Ted Lasso, and Caitlin Clark come up in this episode. Host Gigi Speer had FOMO from All-Star, so brought on WNBA fan and personality JuJu Gotti to Locked On to discuss the All-Star environment. Oh, and Team USA plays today! JuJu and Gigi give their predictions on the game, dive into JuJu’s insane jersey collection, and even get insight into mental health for WNBA rookies. Photo Courtesy of Mark J. Reblias/USA Today via ImagnFollow & Subscribe on All Podcast Platforms…

Caitlin Clark has been making waves since she was in high school and has set records at the college and professional ranks. Talia Goodman is joined by The Next's Angie Holmes to take a stroll down memory lane and look forward at what the future is for Clark.Follow & Subscribe on All Podcast Platforms…

Host Hunter Cruse is joined by co-hosts Em Adler and Lincoln Shafer to revisit The Next’s 2023 draft board. The trio discusses Aliyah Boston, Jordan Horston, and more.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!eBay MotorsFrom brakes to exhaust kits and beyond, eBay Motors has over 122 million parts to keep your ride-or-die alive. With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to bring home that big win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply.FanDuelFanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. As playoffs wind down, the sports stop sporting like we want them to. But this summer, FanDuel is hooking up ALL CUSTOMERS with a boost or a bonus, DAILY! That’s right, there’s something for everyone, every day, all summer long! Visit FANDUEL.COM and add a big win to your summer bucket list!FANDUEL

Host Jackie Powell is joined by The Next’s Jesse Morrison who will be covering all of the festivitiies at WNBA All-Star Weekend in Phoenix. The pair preview the entire weekend including the Skills Challenge, 3x3 Exhibition and WNBA STARRY® 3-Point Contest on night one, the game itself on night two including the special halftime performance from Pitbull, and they discuss how the league has grown the WNBA All-Star experience. Also, what do both Jackie and Jesse expect league Comissioner Cathy Engelbert to reveal in her state of the league address pregame on Saturday night?Thumbnail Photo Credit: Jonae McCloudLinks: Read Jesse’s WNBA All-Star Coverage all weekend long:https://www.thenexthoops.com/author/jesse-morrison/Mike Vorkunov’s report on the WNBA’s new media rights dealhttps://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5642386/2024/07/16/wnba-media-rights-deal-negotiations/Howard Megdal’s explainer on the WNBA’s new media rights dealhttps://www.theixsports.com/features/the-wnbas-massive-media-rights-win-explained-lynne-robe

The 2024 Paris Olympics are just around the corner and Team USA 3-on-3 assistant coach and head coach at the University of Rhode Island Tammi Reiss joins host Natalie Heavren to chat all about her road to the Olympics. The pair also discuss if Reiss would have played 3-on-3 if it was an option during her playing days, the quartet of players suiting up for Team USA in 3-on-3 as well as what to expect from her Rhode Island Rams this season. Reiss also talks about her favorite part of the WNBA season so far and what she’s looking forward to when the league resumes play after the 2024 Paris Games.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!eBay MotorsFrom brakes to exhaust kits and beyond, eBay Motors has over 122 million parts to keep your ride-or-die alive. With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to bring home that big win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, cr

Not only have the Utah Utes become a national power, they have played the kind of analytics-driven basketball that makes them equal parts a fun watch and impossible to stop on the offensive end. Their mastermind, Lynne Roberts, joins host Howard Megdal to discuss how Utah transitions to the Big 12, the new Utes on the roster and what success looks like for a program Roberts has signed on to pilot through at least 2030. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors From brakes to exhaust kits and beyond, eBay Motors has over 122 million parts to keep your ride-or-die alive. With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to bring home that big win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. FanDuel FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. As playoffs wind down, the sports s