Show Notes
The WNBA continues to navigate a growing number of distractions and controversies, sparking important conversations. Zena and Annie dive into the recent confrontation between former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom and Chicago Sky guard Natasha Cloud. What led to the incident, and why are WNBA players so often caught in the crossfire of cultural and political debates? The duo discusses how these moments impact the league and wonder what the WNBA can do to ensure off-court distractions don’t continue to overshadow the game.
But first, Zena and Annie break down some of the biggest moments from the weekend, including the introduction of the Portland Fire’s new mascot, Sydney Taylor’s impact on the Chicago Sky and the Toronto Tempo’s ongoing injury woes.
Then, they turned attention to the Phoenix Mercury and veteran forward DeWanna Bonner, who mutually agreed to part ways. Could the move open the door for Bonner to join another team in playoff contention?
Finally, they share their thoughts on Apple TV+’s new three-part docuseries, The Dynasty: UConn Huskies, which chronicles the rise of one of the most dominant programs in women’s college basketball history.
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Mercury buy out DeWanna Bonner’s contract, freeing 6-time All-Star to pursue title run by Annie Costabile
WNBA power rankings: Dallas Wings, Atlanta Dream bounce back at perfect time by Sabreena Merchant
Former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom ejected from Sky-Fever game after confrontation by Brian Hamilton
Sky-Valkyries game disrupted by multiple sex toys thrown on court; Cloud calls culprits ‘weak’ by The Athletic Staff
Enes Kanter Freedom isn’t protecting women. He’s out to instigate, divide, marginalize by Jerry Brewer __
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