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Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton and women’s basketball writer Cassandra Negley react to the 2026 Commissioner’s Cup Championship, where the New York Liberty defeated the Las Vegas Aces, 93-85. They break down standout performances from Sabrina Ionescu and Breanna Stewart and discuss how the game may have unfolded differently if A’ja Wilson hadn’t been sidelined by injury. The duo also unpacks the b...

Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton and women’s basketball writer Cassandra Negley break down the heated on-court scuffle between the Indiana Fever and Phoenix Mercury. Did Caitlin Clark deserve her fifth technical foul of the season? And what should fans make of the flurry of technicals assessed to several star players during the tense matchup? Caroline and Cass also celebrate the official start of th...

Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton is joined by WNBA reporter, writer and podcaster Jackie Powell who dishes out the latest updates on all things Commissioner’s Cup. The duo dive into the New York Liberty’s unbeaten run through the Eastern Conference and debate who will emerge from the West: the Minnesota Lynx or the Las Vegas Aces. Plus, 10x WNBA All-Star, WNBA champion, president of the WNBPA and LA...

Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton and women basketball writer Cassandra Negley break down some of the biggest surprises of the WNBA season so far - for better or for worse. The Minnesota Lynx’s ability to stay on top continues to impress, while the Los Angeles Sparks are still searching for answers on the defensive end. The duo also takes a closer look at the Dallas Wings and New York Liberty, two te...

Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton and ESPN women’s basketball writer Kareem Copeland dish out an early-season temperature check on notable teams in the WNBA. What did Caitlin Clark and Stephanie White’s sideline clash really mean for the Indiana Fever? Can anyone slow down the red-hot Minnesota Lynx? And are the New York Liberty experiencing early-season growing pains? Plus, the 2026 Commissioner's C...

Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton and women basketball writer Cassandra Negley run through all the big moments they liked and disliked this past week in the WNBA: Caitlin Clark continuing to carry the Indiana Fever, whether injuries could derail the Chicago Sky’s hot start, and if it was too early for Dallas Wings head coach Jose Fernandez to call his locker room “selfish.” Plus, with the league’s ne...

Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton and women basketball writer Cassandra Negley react to the top takeaways from the WNBA’s 30th season tipoff. They highlight the most anticipated and historic Wings-Fever matchup, move on from the Aces ugly home opener, and shout out the young Mystics core who nearly took down the Liberty veterans. The duo also take a deep dive into the differences they’ve seen in offi...

Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton and women basketball writer Cassandra Negley break down everything you must know heading into the 2026 WNBA season. From title contenders to teams under pressure to prove themselves, the duo lays out where every squad stands as opening tip approaches. Plus, Caroline and Cass give their predictions for WNBA awards. Who will win MVP, Rookie of the Year, Coach of the Ye...

Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton and women basketball writer Cassandra Negley discuss whether the Golden State Valkyries can live up to their historic inaugural 2025 season. Is it possible the two-year-old franchise could reach a championship title in the next five years? Golden State Valkyries President Jess Smith stops by the show to give her insight on the team's origin, the philosophy shaping th...

Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton is joined by Dallas Wings reporter Myah Taylor of the Dallas News to break down the team’s mindset as they build toward the 2026 season. After finishing last in 2025, can the Wings make the leap to playoff contention in just one year? The duo also reacts to No. 1 draft pick Azzi Fudd’s introductory press conference, highlighting how quickly players must adjust from c...

Hoops 360 host Cassandra Negley is joined by CT Insider’s UConn women’s basketball beat reporter Maggie Vanoni to break down the biggest moments from the 2026 WNBA Draft. Were there any surprises among the top picks? And will the Flau’jae Johnson trade ultimately be the right fit for the LSU star? Cass and Maggie also dive into the most impactful moves in WNBA free agency so far, including updates...

Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and basketball analyst Isis “Ice” Young break down the national title matchup between South Carolina and UCLA that ultimately delivered the Bruins their first-ever NCAA championship. The duo dives into key moments and standout performances while also highlighting what this historic win means for UCLA’s program moving forward. They also unpack the highly talked-about...

Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton, basketball analyst Isis Young, and women’s basketball writer and podcaster Jordan Robinson break down the Final Four matchups featuring the No. 1 seeds. Can South Carolina find a way to crack UConn? And will Texas standout Kyla Oldacre give UCLA star Lauren Betts a run for her money? The trio also reacts to Geno Auriemma’s comments on the regional format. Plus, they...

Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and basketball analyst Isis Young take a fun look back at the most notable moments from Rounds 1 and 2 of the NCAA Tournament, breaking down the biggest surprises, standout performances, and storylines that shaped the opening weekend. The duo then turns its attention to the Sweet 16. They preview their must-watch matchups including what to expect from a high-stakes...

Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton, Cassandra Negley, and basketball analyst Isis “Ice” Young break down the newly agreed-upon WNBA CBA. Breanna Stewart joins the show to discuss the negotiation process and reflect on her championship season with Unrivaled. UCLA guard Kiki Rice also stops by to share her mindset heading into March and the Bruins’ goals as they chase their first national title. Plus,...

Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton, Cassandra Negley and basketball analyst Isis “Ice” Young react to the latest developments in the WNBA CBA negotiations. What does another missed deadline mean for the league and its players and how did Breanna Stewart and Kelsey Plum’s letter to WNBPA executive director Terri Jackson shake up the conversation? The trio also breakdown the most notable takeaways from...

Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and Cassandra Negley break down the Power Four conference tournaments with March implications on the line. Is the SEC title South Carolina’s to lose? Can Duke’s offense deliver? Is anyone built to challenge UCLA? And how will the Big 12 shake out? Plus, Vanderbilt star and SEC Player of the Year Mikayla Blakes joins the show to talk leadership, confidence, and how V...

Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and Cassandra Negley discuss whether Vanderbilt can continue its climb and earn a No. 1 seed in this year’s tournament. Commodores head coach Shea Ralph joins the show to share what she learned from legendary UConn head coach Geno Auriemma and highlights why her team has seen so much success this season. Plus, which teams are suddenly on the hot seat after tough lat...

Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and Cassandra Negley break down the ins and outs of the NCAAW March Madness selection process. Cass highlights key factors that you may not have expected to be part of the process. Plus, WNBPA Vice President and Unrivaled co-founder Napheesa Collier joins the show to discuss Unrivaled’s rapid rise and give her perspective on the current state of WNBA CBA negotiation...

Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and Cassandra Negley break down the latest WNBA CBA proposal delivered to players this past Friday night - what’s changed, what it means, and what comes next. UCLA head coach Cori Close joins the show to share the mindset she instills in her program and how she’s watched Lauren Betts evolve into a star for the Bruins. Plus, Cass and Caroline react to Tennessee’s rec...

Hoops 360 host Cassandra Negley and UConn women's basketball beat reporter for CT Insider Maggie Vanoni highlight the most important takeaways from the WNBA and WNBPA’s meeting this past Monday. Are the sides closer or further from securing a CBA? The duo also dives into Unrivaled’s massive weekend in Philly, UConn’s continued dominance, and what it all means for the women’s basketball landscape....

Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and Cassandra Negley break down Iowa’s ongoing surge in it’s post–Caitlin Clark era as the Hawkeyes make the AP Top 10 for the first time since her departure. ESPN bracketology expert Charlie Creme joins the show to share his latest insights on the women’s college basketball postseason picture. Plus, how does the WNBA release a schedule without a finalized CBA? Caro...

Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and Cassandra Negley break down their midseason picks for college basketball’s biggest awards. The hosts discuss who’s leading the Player of the Year race as of now, along with Defensive Player of the Year, Freshman of the Year and Coach of the Year. The duo also highlights some under-the-radar teams who are quietly making noise outside the Top 25. Plus—Breanna Stew...

Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and Cassandra Negley break down the latest WNBA CBA update as the offseason clock continues to tick. How could a potential moratorium impact the league and its players? The duo is also joined by WNBA and Unrivaled guard Erica Wheeler, who shares what makes playing for Unrivaled unique and what it’s like being coached by WNBA legend Teresa Weatherspoon. Plus, Carolin...

Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and Cassandra Negley break down the latest developments in the WNBA CBA negotiations as the third deadline looms. Where do the league and the WNBPA stand—and is a strike on the horizon? The hosts also dive into the tipoff of Unrivaled and ask a big question: what will the Lunar Owls look like without star forward Napheesa Collier? Plus, Atlanta Dream and Athletes Un...