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No Offseason: The Athletic Women"s Basketball Show

No Offseason is The Athletic’s show for all things women’s basketball. Hosts Zena Keita, Chantel Jennings, Sabreena Merchant, and Ben Pickman bring you the stories that matter the most and the insider info you need from the sport that never stops – served up alongside exclusive interviews with the biggest names in women’s hoops, from the NCAA to the WNBA and all points in between. New episodes drop Tuesday and Friday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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53:10

Is Caitlin Clark Really Worth $1 Billion to the WNBA?

No Offseason: The Athletic Women"s Basketball Show ·

2025/07/11

Caitlin Clark’s rookie salary in the WNBA is $78,066 per year. But what is she really worth to the WNBA - and to the wider world of women’s sports? Zena talks to Ben and Sabreena about their recent reporting regarding that very question – and how that one inquiry – "what is Caitlin really worth?" – ripples out to touch nearly every aspect of the sport, from CBA negotiations to expansion, from NBA ties to Unrivaled, from NIL to media rights, and so much more.Plus, the crew checks in on news from

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55:27

Mock All-Star Draft! + Owning Our Worst Early Takes

No Offseason: The Athletic Women"s Basketball Show ·

2025/07/08

The full list of 2025 WNBA All-Stars is set – so it’s time for our first-ever No Offseason Mock All-Star Draft! Ben plays along as Caitlin Clark and Sabreena as Napheesa Collier, as they select their teams player by player. Then, Zena, Ben, and Sabreena admit their worst early takes of the WNBA season – and offer one new take each for good measure. The crew also checks in on how teams are faring in the Sabreena Scale - notably, Seattle moving on up, and Dallas rookies shining next to Paige Bueckers

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1:00:05

Can the Fever Sustain Momentum? + Layshia Clarendon...

No Offseason: The Athletic Women"s Basketball Show ·

2025/07/04

On Tuesday night, the Indiana Fever defeated the Minnesota Lynx to become the 2025 Commissioner’s Cup champs. But can the Fever sustain that momentum, especially with Clark still on the sidelines? Zena, Ben, and Sabreena discuss the game and what both teams need to do to keep improving for the rest of the season. They also get into Caitlin Clark’s comments about the disparity between the prize money for winning the Commissioner’s Cup versus what players earn for winning the WNBA Finals. Plus, a

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1:03:05

How More Expansion Will Impact the WNBA + All-Star...

No Offseason: The Athletic Women"s Basketball Show ·

2025/07/01

It’s official: starting in 2028, Cleveland will be home to the newest WNBA franchise – followed by Detroit in 2029 and Philadelphia in 2030. Zena, Ben, and Sabreena break down how these cities were decided upon, what all this expansion means for players and teams in the WNBA, what impact NBA teams and ownership have on expansion in the W, and so much more.Plus, Caitlin Clark and Napheesa Collier are set to captain the two teams for WNBA All-Star Weekend, and Ben reveals the remaining eight starters

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53:24

Paige Bueckers vs Caitlin Clark : How Do They Stack Up?

No Offseason: The Athletic Women"s Basketball Show ·

2025/06/27

Assuming Caitlin Clark is back on the court tonight, she and Paige Bueckers will square off for their first matchup in the WNBA. But these two stars have been running alongside each other on parallel (and sometimes overlapping) tracks since their AAU days in the midwest. Zena, Ben, and Sabreena take a look at how the careers of these back-to-back #1 draft picks stack up – the similarities and the differences – and the roles they both play in the culture at large. Plus, they dive into the reasons why

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53:50

Why the Power Forward Dominates in the WNBA

No Offseason: The Athletic Women"s Basketball Show ·

2025/06/24

Zena, Ben, and Sabreena break down a big weekend of games in the WNBA – highlighting the Aces big win over the Fever, the Storm’s victory over an injury-laden Liberty, and the Valkyries’ hot streak. They also check in on the Sabreena Scale, which has a new top team this week. Then, the crew digs into our deep dive for the week – the dominance of the power forward position in the WNBA. When did this position rise to such importance? How has it evolved? And will it continue to hold the same value on

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50:23

Why the Fever/Sun Game Blew Up + Early All-Star...

No Offseason: The Athletic Women"s Basketball Show ·

2025/06/20

The scuffle between the Indiana Fever and Connecticut Sun has sparked questions about officiating consistency and transparency. Zena, Ben, and Sabreena share thoughts about how that situation was handled and what challenges persist with WNBA refereeing, as well as why Caitlin Clark finds herself in so many dust-ups. Then, the crew give their All-Star locks, first-time All-Stars, and potential surprises, including how many rookies will make the team, and which 2024 All-Stars have dropped out of

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51:45

Caitlin Clark Returns & Angel Reese Shines + The...

No Offseason: The Athletic Women"s Basketball Show ·

2025/06/17

It was quite a weekend in the WNBA – and we’re here to break it down. Zena, Ben, and Sabreena dig into the details of Caitlin Clark’s return on Saturday afternoon, when she led the Indiana Fever to victory against a previously undefeated New York Liberty. Then, the crew discusses Angel Reese’s career-first triple-double, the Dallas Wings’ blown opportunity against the Aces, and the Minnesota Lynx’s continued leadership on matters of social importance. Plus, an update on the Sabreena Scale and the

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51:00

Why the Atlanta Dream is Thriving & the Dallas Wings...

No Offseason: The Athletic Women"s Basketball Show ·

2025/06/13

This season in the WNBA, there are seven new head coaches making their debut (not counting Stephanie White, who has held that title before at the Connecticut Sun). Some of those individuals and their respective teams are faring better than others. So, one month into the 2025 season, Zena, Ben, and Sabreena sit down to discuss these coaches – their programs, their backgrounds, their unique styles – and to take stock of who’s meeting expectations, who’s beating expectations, and who’s missing them

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14:34

Sue Bird on Caitlin Clark’s passing game, podcasting...

No Offseason: The Athletic Women"s Basketball Show ·

2025/06/11

Sue Bird, one of the all-time greats, stops by No Offseason as part of our Pride Month interview series to talk podcasting, WNBA ownership, sports collectibles, and why Caitlin Clark is such a good passer._________________Visit our YouTube page!_________________References:Sue Bird’s “Dream Draft” picks at ebay.com/DreamDraft_________________Get in touch! Leave a comment wherever you’re listening, or write to us at: NoOffseason@theathletic.comYou can also find us on social media:-Instagram:

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1:00:46

Sue Bird Joins the Pod! + Money and the NCAA

No Offseason: The Athletic Women"s Basketball Show ·

2025/06/10

Ben brings us behind-the-scenes inside the United Center this past weekend, when the Indiana Fever handed the Chicago Sky another big loss – and veteran guard Courtney Vandersloot went down with a season-ending ACL tear. Then, Zena brings us over to the Bay Area, to detail the Valkyries first blowout win – against a frustrated Aces team. Next up, Chantel breaks down everything you need to know about the landmark House Settlement case, which will allow colleges to officially pay student athletes. And

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47:25

Why Overseas Players are Flocking to the WNBA + Too...

No Offseason: The Athletic Women"s Basketball Show ·

2025/06/06

The Commissioner’s Cup is underway – and Zena, Ben, and Sabreena are here to help you understand how the in-season tournament works and which teams and players might be set for a big payday come July 1. Next, the crew checks in on some injury updates about Paige Bueckers and Cailtin Clark, before getting into their picks for best “familiar face in a new place” – ie veteran players who’ve moved teams this season. Then, the crew digs into why so many international players are heading to the WNBA, and

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31:35

Candace Parker shares finals pick, pride month & new...

No Offseason: The Athletic Women"s Basketball Show ·

2025/06/04

One of the greatest of all time, Candace Parker, joins the No Offseason crew to discuss her new memoir and dig into topics affecting the WNBA today like cultivating diverse coaching staffs and how the media can break away from “gentle commentating.” And to help us kick off Pride Month, Candace shares her journey to self-acceptance and embracing her sexuality._________________Visit our YouTube page!_________________References:WNBA power rankings: Are the New York Liberty destined to repeat? by

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52:16

Candace Parker on coaching, commentating and coming...

No Offseason: The Athletic Women"s Basketball Show ·

2025/06/03

With two more guards injured on the Indiana Fever, Zena, Ben, and Sabreena discuss the intricacies of hardship contracts and roster spots – and what the near-future might look like for the Fever. Plus, they get into the latest rendition of the Sabreena Scale. Then, one of the greatest of all time, Candace Parker, joins the crew to discuss her new memoir and dig into topics affecting the WNBA today – like how to cultivate diverse coaching staffs and how the media can break away from “gentle

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49:08

How Caitlin Clark’s injury may impact this WNBA...

No Offseason: The Athletic Women"s Basketball Show ·

2025/05/30

With Caitlin Clark out the Fever are forced to make adjustments. How will the Fever fare over the next couple weeks without Clark? Zena, Ben and Sabreena discuss Clark's overall impact and how it affects things in the W on and off the court. Then- the rookie ladder! Who's climbing up the ladder with just a few weeks into the season? The crew tells us who their rookie of the year is. And to wrap -games to have your eye on this weekend during the Commissioner's Cup._________________Visit our YouTube

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54:44

Buckets, Bigs, Reffing and Rosters: our WNBA Mailbag...

No Offseason: The Athletic Women"s Basketball Show ·

2025/05/27

You’ve got questions; we’ve got answers! Zena, Ben, and Sabreena get together to chat through your inquiries about the 2025 WNBA season and beyond. What makes someone a bucket? What exactly is a technical foul? Is the era of the “core four” over? And will any of the league’s big stars move teams next year with all that free agency? Tune in to find out._________________Visit our YouTube page!_________________Get in touch! Leave a comment wherever you’re listening, or write to us at:

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12:17

Diana Taurasi on Paige Bueckers + retirement plans

No Offseason: The Athletic Women"s Basketball Show ·

2025/05/24

Retired WNBA star Diana Taurasi sits down with Ben Pickman as she shares her thoughts on Paige Bueckers adjusting in the WNBA, upcoming CBA negotiations and her future plans in retirement._________________Visit our YouTube page!_________________References:What are WNBA players seeking in the next collective bargaining agreement? by Ben PickmanWNBA’s New York Liberty have raised capital at a record valuation of $450 million: Sources by Ben PickmanPaige Bueckers’ pro debut in Minnesota was a

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52:51

How the new CBA will reshape the WNBA + Diana Taurasi...

No Offseason: The Athletic Women"s Basketball Show ·

2025/05/23

It’s the story hovering over this entire WNBA season: the CBA, or collective bargaining agreement, is being renegotiated. Whatever document comes out on the other side is set to remake life in the W for years to come. But how exactly? Ben, Sabreena, and Chantel break down everything you need to know to wrap your mind around it all. Plus, the crew discusses Paige Bueckers’ Minnesota homecoming, Sue Bird’s new role at USA Basketball, and the Liberty’s record-breaking valuation. Then, Diana Taurasi

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47:09

Caitlin Clark’s Flagrant Foul Sparks Controversy +...

No Offseason: The Athletic Women"s Basketball Show ·

2025/05/20

The 2025 WNBA season is underway, and off to an intense start. Zena, Ben, and Sabreena talk opening weekend - including Paige Bueckers’ big debut and the Indiana Fever’s dominant win over the Chicago Sky. The crew then gets deep into the explosive aftermath surrounding Caitlin Clark’s flagrant foul against Angel Reese, amidst the landscape of the WNBA’s No Space for Hate campaign. Plus, it’s never too early for some way too early half-baked takes, which the crew dishes out based on this opening

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52:08

2025 WNBA Predictions: MVP, Champion, All-WNBA, and more

No Offseason: The Athletic Women"s Basketball Show ·

2025/05/16

The 2025 WNBA regular season is finally here and in this episode, we’re sharing our predictions for how we think the year will shape out. We tell you who we’re picking for MVP, who we think will be on the All-WNBA teams, who we think will win the title, and which teams are going to surprise people. Also, we share our thoughts on recent developments involving Connecticut Sun ownership, roster cutdowns, and news that impacts upcoming international competitions._________________Visit our YouTube

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