Locked On Women's Basketball – Daily Podcast On The WNBA

The Commissioner’s Cup race took a dramatic turn Tuesday night.

The Dallas Wings delivered one of the most shocking results of the WNBA season, dismantling the defending champion Las Vegas Aces 96-66 behind big performances from Arike Ogunbowale, Azzi Fudd, and Jessica Shepard. Meanwhile, the Minnesota Lynx continued their dominant run with a 107-74 blowout of Portland.

In today’s episode:
🏀 How Dallas completely outclassed Las Vegas
🏀 Why the Wings' 30-point win changes the Commissioner’s Cup race
🏀 Minnesota’s dominant performance and what it says about their championship chances
🏀 Every remaining Comm...

The Las Vegas Aces sent a message to the entire WNBA.

After snapping the Minnesota Lynx's eight-game winning streak in a thrilling 100-97 victory, A'ja Wilson, Chelsea Gray, and the Aces showed why they're still one of the league's biggest championship threats. We break down the game of the season so far, Olivia Miles' breakout performance, and what this means for the Commissioner's Cup race.

Plus:
🏀 New York Liberty clinch a spot in the Commissioner's Cup Championship
🏀 Breanna Stewart's historic defensive performance
🏀 Sabrina Ionescu returns to a fully healthy Liberty roster
🏀 Kelsey Plum...

The New York Liberty sent a message to the rest of the WNBA with a dominant 104-90 win over the Atlanta Dream, and Satou Sabally proved to be the ultimate X-factor. Even without Sabrina Ionescu, the Liberty extended their winning streak, showcased their depth, and strengthened their grip on the Commissioner's Cup race.

In today's episode:

🏀 Why Satou Sabally's impact went beyond the box score in New York's statement win

🏀 How the Liberty's elite shooting, rebounding dominance, and balanced attack are turning them into legitimate title contenders

🏀 A'ja Wilson and Chelsea Gray put...

The Toronto Tempo's investment in their backcourt is paying off in a big way.

On today's Locked On Women's Basketball, we break down Brittney Sykes' monster 38-point performance as Toronto rallied past Connecticut in overtime and continued its strong start to the season. Sykes now leads the WNBA with three 30-point games in 2026.

Plus, we preview tonight's biggest WNBA matchups:

🏀 Liberty vs. Dream
🏀 Sky vs. Fever
🏀 Aces vs. Fire
🏀 Mercury vs. Wings

We discuss key matchups, betting leans, injury impacts, Commissioner’s Cup implications, and our score predictions for each game...

Olivia Miles is making a strong case to be the best rookie in the WNBA.

On today's show, we break down Minnesota's dominant 100-76 win over the Dallas Wings, where Olivia Miles exploded for 24 points, 7 rebounds, and 6 assists as the Lynx extended their winning streak to eight games. Is Miles the missing piece that can take Minnesota further than last season and help fuel a championship run?

We discuss:

• Minnesota Lynx vs. Dallas Wings recap

• Olivia Miles' Rookie of the Year campaign

• How her playmaking has tran...

The Commissioner’s Cup spotlight is on Dallas and Minnesota as two of the WNBA’s hottest teams meet in a massive rematch with championship implications.

In today’s show:
🏀 Dallas Wings vs Minnesota Lynx preview
🏀 Can Dallas’ elite offense crack Minnesota’s defense?
🏀 Olivia Miles’ breakout season and why she's the X-factor
🏀 Angel Reese returns for a huge matchup between the Atlanta Dream and Chicago Sky
🏀 Phoenix Mercury vs Golden State Valkyries: star power vs depth

Plus, we recap some of the biggest games around the WNBA:
🔥 Caitlin Clark delivers another clutch...

The New York Liberty may be finding their championship form.

In today's episode, we break down New York's comeback win over the Indiana Fever, highlighted by Breanna Stewart's dominant fourth quarter and another statement performance from the defending champions.

🏀 Topics Covered:
• Liberty vs Fever reaction
• Breanna Stewart's 30-point masterpiece
• What went wrong for Indiana after leading by 12
• Caitlin Clark's impact despite shooting struggles
• Why New York's depth continues to impress

Plus, we preview tonight's biggest WNBA matchups:

🔥 Liberty vs Sun
🔥 Storm vs Aces
🔥 Fever vs Mystics

And...

The Indiana Fever vs Atlanta Dream showdown is the matchup of the night, and we're breaking down everything you need to know before tipoff.

🏀 In today's episode:
• Indiana Fever vs Atlanta Dream preview
• Can Atlanta's elite defense slow down Caitlin Clark and the Fever offense?
• Rhyne Howard vs Caitlin Clark key matchup
• Angel Reese's impact in the paint
• Golden State Valkyries vs Minnesota Lynx preview
• Olivia Miles continues her Rookie of the Year campaign
• New York Liberty extend winning streak without Sabrina Ionescu
• Jonquel Jones dominates Toronto Tempo
• Phoenix Mercury snap...

The Chicago Sky have now lost five straight games after a 90-72 defeat to the Washington Mystics. Is it time for the Sky to bring in reinforcements? How injuries have impacted the team in a big way. In today's show: 🏀 Chicago Sky vs. Washington Mystics • Mystics improve to 4-4 while the Sky fall to 3-6 • Washington dominates the glass 46-29 • Kamilla Cardoso posts a monster stat line with 12 points, 13 rebounds, 6 blocks, and 5 assists • Why Chicago's turnovers and rebounding issues continue to be a major concern 🏀 Las Vegas Aces vs. Los Angeles Sparks • A'ja Wilson delivers another MVP-caliber performance • 25 points, 15 rebounds, 5 blocks...

Oklahoma State Women's Basketball is making national headlines after assembling what many consider the No. 1 transfer portal class in the country.

Head coach Jacie Hoyt joins the show to discuss the excitement surrounding the additions of superstar transfers Audi Crooks and Liv McGill, how relationships have become critical in recruiting, and what convinced some of the biggest names in women's basketball to trust Oklahoma State's vision.

We also dive into:
🏀 How Crooks and McGill fit together on the court
🏀 The biggest selling points of the Oklahoma State program
🏀 Recruiting in the era of NIL an...

The Indiana Fever suffered one of their most concerning losses of the young WNBA season, falling 100-84 to the Portland Fire as Caitlin Clark was held to just 6 points. Is this simply a rough stretch, or are there bigger issues developing in Indiana?

In today's show:

🏀 Fever in Trouble?
• Portland dominates Indiana 100-84
• Caitlin Clark held to 6 points on 1-for-7 shooting
• Clark's recent shooting slump continues
• Stephanie White and Clark's viral bench interaction
• Megan Gustafson's big night and postgame comments
• Why Portland looked like the more physical and connected team

🏀 A...

The Minnesota Lynx might officially be the hottest team in the WNBA right now.

In today’s show, we break down Minnesota’s dominant second-half win over the Atlanta Dream and discuss whether the Lynx deserve the #1 spot in the WNBA power rankings after another statement performance.

We also cover:
🏀 Courtney Williams and Natasha Howard leading Minnesota’s offensive explosion
🏀 Olivia Miles continuing her impressive rookie season
🏀 Toronto Tempo outscoring the Chicago Sky in a 215-point shootout
🏀 New York Liberty snapping their losing streak with a historic 23-0 run vs Phoenix
🏀 Caitlin Cla...

The Atlanta Dream and Minnesota Lynx headline one of the BEST early-season WNBA matchups as Minnesota looks for revenge after Atlanta’s shocking 19-point comeback earlier this month 👀

In today’s show:
🏀 Dream vs Lynx rematch breakdown
🏀 Can Rhyne Howard & Angel Reese dominate again?
🏀 Olivia Miles continues her breakout rookie season
🏀 Liberty facing pressure vs Phoenix Mercury
🏀 Chicago Sky vs Toronto Tempo preview
🏀 Connecticut Sun vs Portland Fire
🏀 Washington Mystics vs Seattle Storm predictions

We break down:
✅ Key matchups
✅ X-factors
✅ Injury concerns
✅ Playoff implications
✅ Predictions for every game

The Portland Fire are quickly becoming one of the biggest stories in the WNBA.

In today’s show:
🏀 Portland storms back to beat the Liberty in Brooklyn
📉 Are the New York Liberty officially in trouble?
📊 Updated WNBA Power Rankings reaction
⭐ Impact Rankings featuring Chennedy Carter, Angel Reese, Brittney Sykes & more

The Fire outscored New York 32-17 in the 4th quarter and handed the Liberty their THIRD straight home loss for the first time since 2022.

Breanna Stewart finished with 25 points and 17 rebounds, but Portland’s defense and clutch shot-making completely flipped the gam...

Azzi Fudd may have officially arrived in the WNBA.

The Dallas Wings stunned the defending champion New York Liberty with a huge 91-76 win at Barclays Center, and Azzi Fudd exploded for a career-high 24 points while drilling SIX threes. Paige Bueckers added 24 of her own as Dallas completely flipped the game in the second half.

In today’s show:

In today’s episode:
• Golden State Valkyries shut down the Liberty in Brooklyn
• Dearica Hamby powers the Sparks past Phoenix
• Minnesota destroys Toronto with elite depth and ball movement
• Biggest takeaways from Friday’s games
• Top offseason additions making immediate impacts
• Chennedy Carter’s explosive start off the bench
• Olivia Miles continues historic rookie production
• Angel Reese transforming Atlanta defensively
• Weekend preview: Wings vs Liberty, Lynx vs Sky, Mercury vs Dream

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The Dallas Wings are starting to look like one of the most dangerous offensive teams in the WNBA.

In today’s episode, we break down Dallas’ 99-89 win over the Chicago Sky, including Jessica Shepard’s first triple-double of the WNBA season, Paige Bueckers continuing to settle into the offense, and Arike Ogunbowale taking over late in the fourth quarter.

We also recap:
🏀 Indiana Fever vs Portland Fire
🏀 Connecticut Sun vs Seattle Storm
🏀 Caitlin Clark injury update
🏀 Liberty vs Valkyries preview
🏀 Toronto Tempo’s hot start
🏀 Sparks vs Mercury matchup
🏀 Freaky Frid...

The Chicago Sky head into their home opener shorthanded and facing their biggest challenge of the young WNBA season. With Rickea Jackson officially ruled out for the year after suffering a torn ACL, plus multiple key injuries piling up, can Chicago rely on its depth to keep the momentum rolling against the Dallas Wings?

🏀 In today’s show:

The Dallas Wings picked up their first home win of the season with a dominant 92-69 victory over the Washington Mystics — and the Wings backcourt stole the show.

Paige Bueckers finished with 18 points and 7 assists while knocking down 4-of-5 from three, Arike Ogunbowale added 16 points, and rookie Azzi Fudd delivered her first double-digit WNBA performance off the bench with 12 points. Dallas also moved the ball at an elite level, recording 30 assists on 33 made baskets.

In today’s episode:
🏀 Wings vs. Mystics breakdown
🏀 Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd emerging as a dangerous duo
🏀 Dallas’ defen...

Chelsea Gray delivered in the clutch as the Las Vegas Aces survived a wild fourth-quarter comeback from the Atlanta Dream, winning 85-84 on a fadeaway jumper with 3.6 seconds left. We break down Gray’s huge night, Chennedy Carter stepping up off the bench, and Atlanta rookie Okot making a major impact despite the loss. Plus, Caitlin Clark continues rewriting WNBA history. Clark officially became the first player ever with multiple 30-point, 10-assist games after stat corrections from Indiana’s matchup against Washington. We discuss her elite playmaking, Indiana’s backcourt dominance with Kelsey Mitchell, and what it means moving forwar...

Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell combined for 47 points as the Indiana Fever picked up their first win of the season over the Los Angeles Sparks. Clark struggled early from deep but buried a clutch dagger three late to seal it. We’re breaking down: (0:00 - 9:00) 🏀 Fever vs Sparks 🏀 Sky vs Valkyries (10:00-19:00) 🏀 Aces vs Sun 🏀 Storm vs Tempo (21:00-28:00) 🔥 Minnesota Lynx vs Dallas Wings preview 🔥 Liberty vs Fire rematch preview 
 

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Angel Reese is already looking like a dream fit in Atlanta. In today’s Locked On Women’s Basketball, we break down the Dream’s physical win over the Dallas Wings, Portland’s shocking upset over the Liberty, and Minnesota grinding out a win over Phoenix.

🏀 Topics covered:

The Dallas Wings face one of their biggest early-season tests as Paige Bueckers, Azzi Fudd, and a young Dallas core take on a physical Atlanta Dream team loaded with veteran talent and Angel Reese. Can the Wings keep up offensively without getting dragged into Atlanta’s defensive style?

In today’s show:
🏀 Wings vs Dream preview
🏀 Can Dallas survive Atlanta’s physicality?
🏀 Paige Bueckers & Azzi Fudd outlook
🏀 Why transition offense could decide the game
🏀 Lynx vs Mercury tactical breakdown
🏀 Alyssa Thomas continuing her dominant start
🏀 Liberty vs Fire preview
🏀 Can Portland hang with New Yor...

The WNBA regular season is finally here, and opening weekend is LOADED with storylines 👀

In today’s show:
🏀 Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever face Paige Bueckers and the Dallas Wings in the headline matchup of opening weekend
🏀 Can the Phoenix Mercury challenge the reloaded Las Vegas Aces?
🏀 Atlanta looks to capitalize against a shorthanded Minnesota Lynx squad
🏀 Chicago Sky vs Golden State Fire brings veteran experience against a brand-new roster
🏀 Sunday showcase games featuring Aces vs Sparks and Liberty vs Mystics

We break down:
✔️ Top games to watch
✔️ Biggest player m...

The 2026 WNBA season is finally here — and it may be the most exciting season the league has ever seen.

On today’s episode of Locked On Women’s Basketball, Kalia Butler and Sophia Jones break down the biggest storylines heading into opening week, including major injuries, rising stars, roster surprises, and the league-wide debate around physicality and officiating.

🏀 Topics Include:

The latest WNBA GM Survey is out—and the message is clear: the Las Vegas Aces are the team to beat in 2026.

In today’s episode, we break down everything from championship predictions to MVP favorites, rookie rankings, and the biggest surprises around the league.

🏆 Topics Covered:

Natasha Cloud has found a new home for the 2026 WNBA season—and it might be the perfect fit. The veteran guard signs a 1-year deal with the Chicago Sky, bringing elite defense, playmaking, and leadership to a roster looking to contend.

In this episode:
🏀 Why Chicago targeted Cloud and how she fits their system
📊 What her signing means for the Sky’s pace, defense, and 3-point strategy
✂️ Surprising roster cuts across the league—including Hailey Van Lith and several Dallas Wings moves
🔥 Preseason standouts and tough decisions teams had to make
👑 Tina Charles announces her...

The Dallas Wings might have one of the deepest rosters in the league—and they just proved it in a big win over the Aces.

On today’s episode of Locked On Women’s Basketball, Kalia Butler (Chicago Sky sideline reporter) and Sophia Jones (Portland Fire radio analyst) break down the biggest preseason storylines:

Paige Bueckers and Caitlin Clark delivered must-watch basketball as the WNBA preseason matchup between the Dallas Wings and Indiana Fever turned into a star showcase ahead of the regular season.

In this episode, we break down everything from the Wings’ 95–80 win, including a massive second quarter swing and an electric first-half duel where both stars went off—Paige Bueckers with 20 points in 18 minutes and Caitlin Clark with 19 in just 14 minutes. Clark also hit her first bucket at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in nearly a year, finishing with 21 points while dealing with a brief injury scare after a hard fall.

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The WNBA preseason is already heating up, and the spotlight is back on Paige Bueckers vs Caitlin Clark as the Dallas Wings take on the Indiana Fever. We break down what to expect from this highly anticipated matchup, including Caitlin Clark’s first preseason performance and a first look at a revamped Wings roster.

In this episode:

Segment 1: Game Highlights & Headlines

🔥 Segment 2: Expansion Teams Debut

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Natasha Cloud remains one of the biggest names still unsigned in WNBA free agency—and it’s not about talent. It’s about price.

In this episode, we break down why the veteran point guard hasn’t landed a deal yet, despite her championship pedigree, elite defense, and leadership. From salary cap limitations to shifting market dynamics under the new CBA, we explain what’s really holding things up—and why Cloud may be standing firm on her value.

We also cover:

The future of the WNBA is HERE—and these rookies wasted no time putting the league on notice in their first preseason action 👀🔥

Welcome to Locked On Women’s Basketball! Hosted by Kalia Butler (Chicago Sky sideline reporter) alongside Sophia Jones (Portland Fire radio analyst), we’re breaking down the most exciting rookie performances and standout newcomers across the league.

In today’s episode:

🏀 Segment 1: WNBA Rookies Showing Out

WNBA preseason is officially here, and we’re already getting some major clues about how this season could unfold.

On today’s episode, Sophia Jones breaks down the biggest storylines from early matchups:

Plus, we dive into the lat...

The WNBA is leveling up in a BIG way for 2026—and the Indiana Fever are right at the center of it all. On today’s episode of Locked On Women’s Basketball, Kalia Butler (Chicago Sky sideline reporter) and Sophia Jones (Portland Fire radio analyst) break down the biggest storylines heading into the new season: 🏀 Segment 1: National TV Takeover The Fever will have ALL 44 games nationally televised this season—yes, every single one. We react to the full TV schedule rollout, including how it compares to teams like the Wings, Liberty, Aces, and Sparks. Plus: Is the league spreading exposure th...

South Carolina is doing something in today’s transfer portal era that almost feels impossible… they kept EVERYONE. 👀

In this episode:

Plus:
🏀 The Minnesota Lynx are going to look VERY different in 2026

🌍 Team USA lands in a LOADED F...

Audi Crooks is headed to Oklahoma State—and she might be the centerpiece of one of the most intriguing roster rebuilds in women’s college basketball 👀

On today’s episode of Locked On Women’s Basketball, Kalia Butler (Chicago Sky sideline reporter) and Sophia Jones (Portland Fire radio analyst) break down the biggest storylines across the game:

🏀 Segment 1: Audi Crooks Commits to Oklahoma State

Is Caitlin Clark about to take an even bigger this year?

On today’s episode of Locked On Women’s Basketball, Kalia Butler (Chicago Sky sideline reporter) and Sophia Jones (Portland Fire radio analyst) break down why Clark could surpass her historic rookie season—and what’s changed heading into WNBA training camp.

We dive into:

Clark’s improved health outlook and evolving role alongside Kelsey Mitchell and Aliyah Boston

Key roster updates and injury impacts across the league

How Angel Reese fits with Atlanta’...

The Chicago Sky didn’t just have a good offseason — they might’ve hit the FREE AGENCY JACKPOT.

On today’s episode of Locked On Women’s Basketball, Kalia Butler (Chicago Sky sideline reporter) and Shimmy Miller break down how Chicago is going ALL-IN on a win-now model — starting with the addition of Skylar Diggins-Smith and what she brings to the offense, leadership, and structure.

We also dive into:

NO ONE is more deserving than A’ja Wilson to become the highest-paid player in WNBA history — and now it’s official.

On today’s episode of Locked On Women’s Basketball, Sophia Jones breaks down A’ja Wilson’s historic 3-year, $5 million fully guaranteed supermax deal with the Las Vegas Aces — what it means for the league, her legacy, and what could be next for the four-time MVP.

We also dive into: