Attack the Baseline - A WNBA Podcast
Attack the Baseline is a beginner's WNBA podcast by beginners with baseline knowledge! Every episode, John and Kristen learn the history of women's basketball, get to know the players, and explore the happenings of the league, ultimately in hopes that, someday, a team will come join them in Philadelphia. All knowledge levels are welcome! Email: attackthebaseline@gmail.com
A Local's Reaction to Portland's Embrace of the Fire (with Matthew)
John and Kristen are joined by Friend of the Pod Matthew to hear first hand how Portland has embraced the the Fire.
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The Minnesota Lynx and Vegas Aces Duel for the Western Conference
During Kristen's Flu Game, her and John discuss the two teams sitting at the top of the league, the Vegas Aces and Minnesota Lynx.
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The New York Liberty Turned it Around, can the Phoenix Mercury Do the Same?
John and Kristen talk about promising weeks for both the New York Liberty and the Phoenix Mercury. Can both teams continue to win?
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Struggles and Silver Linings for the Storm and Sun
John and Kristen discuss the state of the Storm and Sun, highlighting their respective struggles with injury and how they could improve over the season. They also discuss highlights by the Tempo and Wings and Nick U'Ren interviewing in Philadelphia.
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Early Standouts in Portland & Toronto, How the W's Newest Teams are Finding Success
John and Kristen talk through what they've seen out of the league's newest teams, the Toronto Tempo and the Portland Fire. They also touch on the Comeback Queens of the Atlanta Dream and Kelsey Plum's big night in Vegas.
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A Difficult Road for Dallas + Fever Find Their Offensive Flow
This week on the show, John and Kristen follow Dallas and Indiana following their opening weekend clash. They also touch on injuries around the league and the return of international players.
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11 Takeaways from the WNBA's Opening Weekend
Kristen and John share takeaways from each of the 11 opening weekend games of the 2026 WNBA Season.
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Preseason Previews: Phoenix Mercury, New York Liberty, Minnesota Lynx + Cloud Signs with Chicago
As the 2026 WNBA season is set to tip off on May 8th, John and Kristen are previewing all 15 teams! Today, they close out the exercise with the Phoenix Mercury, New York Liberty, and Minnesota Lynx. They also discuss Natasha Cloud joining the Chicago Sky.
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Preseason Previews: Las Vegas Aces, Los Angeles Sparks, Washington Mystics
As the 2026 WNBA season is set to tip off on May 8th, John and Kristen are previewing all 15 teams! Today, they go through the Las Vegas Aces, the Los Angeles Sparks, and the Washington Mystics.
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Preseason Previews: Golden State Valkyries, Connecticut Sun, Toronto Tempo
As the 2026 WNBA season is set to tip off on May 8th, John and Kristen are previewing all 15 teams! Today, they go through the Golden State Valkyries, the Connecticut Sun, and the Toronto Tempo.
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Preseason Previews: Dallas Wings, Seattle Storm, Portland Fire
As the 2026 WNBA season is set to tip off on May 8th, John and Kristen are previewing all 15 teams! Today, they go through the Dallas Wings, Seattle Storm, and Portland Fire.
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Preseason Previews: Indiana Fever, Chicago Sky, Atlanta Dream
As the 2026 WNBA season is set to tip off on May 8th, John and Kristen are previewing all 15 teams! Today, they go through the Indiana Fever, the Chicago Sky, and the Atlanta Dream.
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Reacting to the Chaos of the 2026 WNBA Draft
John and Kristen go through every first round pick from the 2026 WNBA Draft, as well as some interesting later round picks.
The surprise of Gabby Jaquez at 5 The shock of the Flau'Jae Trade Did Washington actually win the night? Bluesky: ATBPodInstagram: atbpod_
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WNBA FREE AGENCY FRENZY: Our Top 10 Moves (So Far)
John and Kristen take in the chaos of the opening days of WNBA free agency and rank their favorite moves so far.
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UCLA Women Are Finally National Champions
Kristen and John discuss the highs and lows of the final weekend of the 2026 Women's March Madness Tournament and congratulate UCLA on their program's first national championship.
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Reacting to the Portland Fire & Toronto Tempo Double Expansion Draft
John and Kristen talk through ESPN's broadcast of the Tempo and Fire Double Expansion Draft. They also go through each team and discuss what they think about the selections made.
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Bonus Episode: The FRAUD DRAFT
Before we released our most recent episode featuring our Double Expansion WNBA Mock Draft, we did the whole exercise with incorrect rules. Go check that episode out first if you haven't yet!
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Toronto Tempo vs. Portland Fire Mock Expansion Draft (Take 2)
Ahead of Friday's double expansion draft, John and Kristen go back through the activity now having the real rules.
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There's a new CBA! How This Will Change the W and What is Still Missing
John and Kristen react to the newly inked WNBA CBA, discussing the good and bad of the transformational deal.
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The 2026 Bracket: UConn Destined to Repeat? (with Dat)
John and Kristen are joined by Dat to take a trip around the 2026 NCAA Bracket. Can UConn repeat? Does UCLA have the fire power to get it done?
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Championship Sunday Takeaways, Unrivaled Final Reactions, and FIBA Dates to Watch
Kristen and John go through the Championship Sunday for the SEC, ACC, Big 10, and Big 12 women's conferences. They also discuss the finale of Unrivaled and important dates for international fixtures.
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Previewing Phantom vs Mist, Stewart and Plum's Letter, Odyssey Sims Wins AU
John and Kristen talk through the Unrivaled quarter and semi-final rounds as well as previewing the final. They discuss the leak of Breanna Stewart and Kelsey Plum's letter, and also round our another season of Athletes Unlimited.
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Who We Want in the Unrivaled Final, the March 10th "Deadline", AU Top Ten
John and Kristen look toward the final day of Unrivaled play and project where the seeding will fall. They also discuss recent CBA news and the top ten of Athletes Unlimited.
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Chelsea Gray Reigns Supreme in Epic Unrivaled 1v1 Tournament
John and Kristen discuss an incredible 1v1 tournament at Unrivaled. They also discuss Angel Reese's return to the Rose, the top point leaders at Athletes Unlimited, and the new book "Court Queens" available March 17th.
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Picking Every Matchup of the 2026 Unrivaled 1v1 Tournament
John and Kristen use there guts to pick all 31 matchups for this year's Unrivaled 1v1 Tournament.
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Philly is Unrivaled Takeaways, the Best AU Squad, and Can UConn Remain Undefeated?
John and Kristen go through the news around women's hoops, touching on Unrivaled, Athletes Unlimited, CBA negotiations, Portland Fire Jerseys, and UConn's undefeated streak.
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Our Weekend at Unrivaled Season 2: Dom Dunks, Hive Rising?
John and Kristen recount their weekend in Miami for Unrivaled Season 2.
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Unrivaled All Year? + Standouts From Weekend 2
Kristen and John discuss Natasha Cloud's comments about Unrivaled being played in the summer if no CBA deal materializes. They also highlight which players had a big weekend.
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Will Paige Bueckers Tally Unrivaled's First Triple Double? + Weekend 1 Recap
Kristen and John talk through the takeaways from Unrivaled's first 4 day weekend.
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Unrivaled Season 2 Tips Off!
John and Kristen talk through opening night for Season 2 of Unrivaled, highlighting each of the leagues 8 teams.
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The 2026 WNBA Bingo Board
Kristen and John go over their 25 predictions for the upcoming WNBA, Unrivaled, and Athletes Unlimited seasons.
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Who Gets Selected? The 2026 Mock Double Expansion Draft Pt. 2
In part 2 of this year's Mock Expansion Draft, Kristen and John compete against one another to select their 12 person roster from the unprotected player pool. They also discuss Unrivaled news and Sylvia Fowles return to the WNBA.
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Who Gets Protected? The 2026 WNBA Mock Double Expansion Draft Pt.1
In part 1 of this year's Mock Expansion Draft, Kristen and John brainstorm the 5 players each team would protect. They also celebrate A'ja Wilson being Time: Athlete of the Year.
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USA Wins Gold at Americup 3x3 + 6 More Weeks of CBA Talks
Kristen and John talk about FIBA Americup 3x3, where the US won gold. They also rant about the state of CBA negotiations.
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Making Sense of Project B + Other News
Kristen and John discuss the new 5x5 basketball league known as Project B, coming in 2026. They also touch on the Mercury Rebrand, The Link, A'ja on Hot Ones, and Thanksgiving foods.
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2026 WNBA Draft Lottery Ripple Effects + New York's New Head Coach
Kristen and John react to this year's WNBA Draft Lottery. They also touch on the state of CBA negotiations and the NY Liberty's newest head coach.
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Early Standouts and Who to Watch in the 2025-26 NCAA Season (with Dat)
Kristen and John are joined by friend of the pod Dat to discuss this year's NCAAW basketball season. They cover this year's true title contenders as well as some early standout performances from Sarah Strong, Hannah Hidalgo, Audi Crooks, and more.
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Power Ranking Unrivaled Season 2 Clubs
John and Kristen dive deep into the 8 new Unrivaled basketball clubs following the roster reveal stream.
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All Unrivaled Players and Coaches Announced!
John and Kristen react to the new players and coaches joining Unrivaled for season 2. They also discuss surprising players who will not be returning.
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Sandy Brondello is Back! What Will the Liberty Do?
John and Kristen discuss the week's three WNBA head coach hirings and New York as the remaining vacancy.
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