The Women’s Hoops Show

The WNBA is heading into the 2026 All-Star Weekend in Chicago with incredible basketball matchups…and major off-court controversy.
Jordan Robinson and Sheryl Swoopes break down the biggest stories surrounding the league, starting with Sandy Brondello’s one-game suspension following her "protected species" comments regarding Atlanta Dream star Angel Reese. Plus, we discuss the unprecedented involvement of members of Congress regarding Caitlin Clark and player safety, keeping the conversation grounded in nuance and accountability.
Then, it’s all about the basketball!
We recap an amazing week of hoops that included:
💥Nneka Ogwumike making history as the Los Angeles Sparks' all-time leading scorer by passing Lisa Leslie
💥Olivia Miles leading the Minnesota Lynx on a massive winning streak
💥New York Liberty's thrilling overtime victory against the Dallas Wings
Finally, we preview the highly anticipated 2026 WNBA All-Star Game: Team Coop vs. Team Spoon!
We break down the legendary rosters drafted by Cynthia Cooper and Teresa Weatherspoon, debate the biggest All-Star snubs, and predict the winners of the Three-Point Contest and the brand-new individual competitions.
🏀 Topics covered:
-Sandy Brondello's comments about Angel Reese
-Congress gets involved over Caitlin Clark
-The WNBA's biggest off-court controversies
-Nneka Ogwumike passes Lisa Leslie
-Olivia Miles and the Lynx keep rolling
-Liberty outlast Wings in overtime
-WNBA All-Star roster breakdown
-Biggest All-Star snubs
-Three-Point Contest predictions
-WNBA All-Star individual competitions
-What to watch during All-Star Weekend
👇 DROP A COMMENT: Who wins the All-Star Game:Team Coop or Team Spoon? And who was the biggest All-Star snub?
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This week on The Women's Hoops Show, former WNBA player Bria Hartley joins to break down one of the biggest stories of the WNBA season as the Las Vegas Aces waive Chennedy Carter just months after she looked like an early Sixth Player of the Year candidate. Was it about production, role acceptance, locker-room fit, or something else?
We also dive into the controversy surrounding Caitlin Clark finishing 11th among guards in the WNBA All-Star player vote—even as she became the fastest player in league history to reach 600 career assists. We'll explain how the voting actually works, why the headline has been misunderstood, and whether the criticism of the process is justified.
Plus:
-The Liberty's shoe-toss controversy and officiating debate
-Toronto sets a WNBA regular-season attendance record
-The Aces' historic 48-point win—and their 34-point loss to Indiana two days later
-Which teams most need the upcoming All-Star break
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The New York Liberty are Commissioner's Cup champions, but what did the win really reveal about the championship race? We break down Sabrina Ionescu's breakout performance, the Las Vegas Aces' fight without A'ja Wilson, and what both teams learned heading into the second half of the season.
We also discuss the latest injury updates, including Napheesa "Phee" Collier's encouraging return to practice and what her comeback could mean for the Minnesota Lynx, along with Atlanta's growing need to get Bri Jones back on the floor.
Then we spotlight several under-the-radar players making a major impact this season, including Pauline Astier, Rebekah Gardner, Natasha Howard, Awak Kuier, NaLyssa Smith, and Kaila Charles.
Finally, we dive into one of the biggest stories in the WNBA: Skylar Diggins' public reaction after being moved to the bench and the latest questions surrounding the Chicago Sky organization. We wrap up with Unrivaled's newest signings and a look ahead at this week's marquee matchups.

Women’s basketball legend Taj McWilliams-Franklin joins The Women's Hoops Show LIVE from the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame! From dominating the ABL and WNBA to her current role as Vice President of Basketball Operations for the Upshot League, Taj has been at the center of the game for nearly three decades.
In this exclusive interview, the multi-time WNBA Champion reflects on her legendary career, winning championships with the Detroit Shock and Minnesota Lynx, and she shares untold stories and leadership lessons from basketball icons like Dawn Staley, Cheryl Reeve, Lisa Leslie, and Lauren Jackson.
Whether you're a day-one WNBA fan or new to women's basketball, Taj offers a masterclass on what it takes to win and where the game is heading next.
What We Cover in This Episode:
🏀 The Hall of Fame Journey: Reflecting on a 3-decade career from the ABL to the WNBA.
🏆 Championship DNA: Why team chemistry matters more than raw talent.
👑 Legends of the Game: Lessons learned from Dawn Staley, Cheryl Reeve, Lisa Leslie, and Lauren Jackson.
🔮 The Future of Women's Hoops: How the Upshot League is creating new professional opportunities for athletes.
🌟 Today's WNBA Stars: Taj’s honest thoughts on A'ja Wilson, Breanna Stewart, Olivia Miles, and the current state of the league.

This weekend ESPN commemorated the 30th anniversary of the inaugural WNBA game, running it back with the Sparks vs. the Liberty. Nneka Ogwumike’s winning 3-pointer wasn’t just a buzzer beater–it was bigger than the moment, and we break down how it symbolizes the evolution of WNBA history.
Next, we reminisce on our highlights in one of the best-matched Commissioner’s Cups yet: Caitlin Clark's dagger over the Mystics, Sonia Citron's incredible game-winner, and Olivia Miles' huge effort against the Aces are top of mind. With the Liberty’s wobbles figuring out their lineup, do the Aces have an edge in the final?
Plus, Autumn Johnson and Jordan Robinson fangirl out in some recent WNBA highlights.
In this episode:
🏀 Nneka Ogwumike’s storybook ending against the Liberty
🏀 Lisa Leslie, Rebecca Lobo, and other legends say “there wouldn’t be a season 30 without a Day 1”
🏀 Sonia Citron’s Commissioner’s Cup Buzzerbeater
🏀 Angel Reese's record-breaking rally to 1000 rebounds
🏀 Marina Mabrey's star turn as the face of a franchise
🏀 Seattle Storm v. Dallas Wings showcasing the league’s young talent