On this episode of Full Circle, Lexie and Mariah tackle all the breaking news from the W this week. They talk commissioner cup predictions, Angel Reese’s improvement this season and plans for team expansions through 2030. The two get into the trade of NaLyssa Smith to the Las Vegas Aces, the waiving of Liz Kiltey and Tiffany Mitchell, and how unprecedented these moves are for a W season. Lexie gets candid about the current CBA negotiations, the grind of staying in the league, and why a soft salary cap matters. Finally, the two also celebrate Candace Parker’s legendary career and her recent jersey retirements in Chicago and LA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Returns on investments
On this episode of Full Circle, Lexie Brown and Mariah Rose explain how All-Star voting works and Lexie makes a case for her 3 nominations from the Seattle Storm. They discuss how the Valkyries became the expansion team blueprint, what makes the Mercury so dangerous, and look forward to new east-west matchups coming out of the Commissioner’s Cup. They also check-in on the league’s rookies and give their ROTY picks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Wrapping up Q1 of the W
In this episode of Full Circle, hosts Lexie Brown and Mariah Rose dive into all the latest WNBA buzz—from standout stat lines to shifting team dynamics. They show love to Caitlin Clark for dropping 32, give Angel Reese flowers for her triple-double, and hype up Paige Bueckers after her 35-point career night. Lexie and Mariah also break down where things stand in the Commissioner’s Cup race and take a closer look at what’s happening with the Atlanta Dream, Minnesota Lynx, and Las Vegas Aces. They mix in some personal reflections, highlight why All-Star voting really matters, and celebrate Seimone Augustus Day and the 2025 Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame class.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Rookies, and ranting, and rankings oh my!
In this episode of Full Circle, hosts Lexie Brown and Mariah Rose unpack the latest twists in the WNBA season—from strange social posts to the bigger conversation around how women’s sports are covered online. They break down the rise of Rookie of the Month, Kiki Iriafen, and give props to the Golden State Valkyries for turning heads in their debut season. Lexie and Mariah also touch on the league’s growing injury list, including a tough blow for the Sky with Courtney Vandersloot’s ACL tear. Plus, shout-outs to Aari McDonald, Coco Gauff, and a little preview of what to tune into this week in women’s basketball.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Wait….what is the Commissioner's Cup?
In this episode of Full Circle, hosts Lexie Brown and Mariah Rose break down the WNBA Commissioner's Cup and catch up on the first two weeks of the season. We’ve got analysis of the New York Liberty, Minnesota Lynx, Atlanta Dream, and the Indiana Fever as they adjust to Caitlin Clark’s absence. Lexie addresses the speculation around her health and how she’s feeling about her time with the Seattle Storm so far. They also explain hardship contracts and EuroBasket departures, because we know you’re confused.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tired of men dominating the conversation around women’s sports? So are we. That’s why WNBA star Lexie Brown and sports media personality Mariah Rose are teaming up for Full Circle — a show dedicated to all things women’s basketball.
After growing up surrounded by men talking about men’s hoops, Lexie and Mariah are flipping the script. They’re here to deliver the latest news, bold takes, and behind-the-scenes buzz from the women’s basketball world— no filter, all facts.
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