Courtside Club with Rachel DeMita

The WNBA is about to look completely different... and it all starts with the new CBA.   In this episode of Courtside Club, Rachel DeMita breaks down how the updated salary structure is going to reshape the entire league. With over 100 free agents and new rules allowing players to earn max and supermax contracts earlier, teams are about to face some tough decisions.   What does this mean for the In...

Team USA and Caitlin Clark keep blowing everybody out, but the biggest takeaway from this tournament goes way beyond the final scores. In this episode, Rachel DeMita breaks down what we’ve learned through four games, why Caitlin Clark’s first start mattered so much, and what the numbers are saying about her impact on the floor. From plus-minus and efficiency to the way defenses completely change w...

Rachel DeMita breaks down another chaotic day in the WNBA as the league heads toward the March 10 CBA deadline while Team USA prepares for the FIBA World Cup qualifiers. She talks about TNT picking up the broadcast rights, why Caitlin Clark’s Team USA debut is such a big moment, and why fans will inevitably compare those ratings to Unrivaled. Rachel also explains why she has stayed away from cover...

The WNBA CBA negotiations just got even messier. After the leaked letter from Kelsey Plum and Breanna Stewart, the WNBPA went into full damage-control mode…statements, interviews, and push-polling controversy that only raises more questions.   Rachel DeMita breaks down the union’s response, the reporting around who leaked the letter, why some players may actually want a strike, and how this chaos...

The WNBA’s CBA negotiations just hit a critical point and the agents are officially involved.   In this episode of Courtside Club, Rachel DeMita breaks down why agent coordination with the WNBPA is a major development, what it signals about internal divisions among players, and how close the league really is to a potential strike. With new reporting from Annie Costabile and Alexa Philippou, the pi...

Rachel DeMita breaks down her experience covering the Winter Olympics in Milan with TikTok and the IOC, from witnessing Team USA hockey’s gold-medal overtime wins against Canada to discovering a whole new appreciation for winter sports.   She talks about the intensity of Olympic hockey, the culture and passion of fans from around the world, and why the Olympics feel different from any other sporti...

Victor Wembanyama just singlehandedly saved NBA All Star Weekend!! That was one of the best All Star games that we have seen in years.. Here is my honest post game reaction to NBA All Star.   Rachel DeMita breaks down the latest WNBA news coming out of NBA All-Star weekend.. and explains why covering the league right now feels more exhausting than exciting.   With CBA talks going nowhere, it’s bee...

The WNBA remains at a crossroads as CBA negotiations continue to stall, and the ripple effects are starting to show. Rachel DeMita breaks down the league’s latest counterproposal to the WNBPA, why revenue sharing remains the biggest sticking point, and how a potential strike or season delay could impact free agency, expansion teams, and the on-court product. She also reacts to growing strike rumor...

In this episode of Courtside Club, Rachel is joined by WNBA reporter and writer Annie Costabile from Front Office Sports for an in-depth conversation about the CBA, her career, and the evolution of women’s basketball coverage.   Annie shares her path into sports journalism, from freelancing and local coverage to becoming one of the most plugged-in voices covering the WNBA. She talks about navigati...

The WNBA CBA situation just took another concerning turn.. the league still has not formally responded to the players’ most recent proposal, even as the season timeline continues to shrink. In this episode of Courtside Club, Rachel DeMita breaks down the latest reporting surrounding the in-person meeting between the WNBA and the WNBPA, why the lack of a response from the league is becoming a major...

The WNBA has officially released its 2026 season schedule, marking the league’s 30th season, but questions around the ongoing CBA negotiations remain unresolved. In this episode of Courtside Club, we break down what the schedule release actually means, why Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers are front and center, and how the league appears to be shifting its marquee rivalries.   We discuss the Fever–...

The WNBA CBA negotiations have reached a critical moment,  and it didn’t happen overnight. In today’s episode of Courtside Club, we break down ESPN’s deep dive on how the league and players’ union got here, tracing the biggest moments from the 2020 “groundbreaking” CBA to today’s dilemma.   We talk about how prioritization rules, overseas play, charter flights, facilities upgrades, and ownership s...

The WNBA CBA negotiations have reached a critical moment, and it didn’t happen overnight. In today’s episode of Courtside Club, we break down ESPN’s deep dive on how the league and players’ union got here, tracing the biggest moments from the 2020 “groundbreaking” CBA to today’s dilemma. We talk about how prioritization rules, overseas play, charter flights, facilities upgrades, and ownership stru...

WNBA CBA talks have gone quiet, and that might actually be a good thing. In today’s episode of Courtside Club, we break down the one key update both sides agree on and what it means for players heading into free agency and the next wave of contracts. Then we zoom out to the bigger offseason picture: ratings reality checks, shifting momentum in women’s basketball, and how new leagues like Project B...

Let's talk about the current state of the WNBA CBA... again. The deadline has officially passed and the WNBPA and the WNBA have each released statements. And unfortunately, it still feels as if the two sides will not be coming to an agreement anytime soon. Here are my unfiltered thoughts and to hoping we get a 2026 WNBA season! Enjoy this rant!! Subscribe to #CourtsideClub now 👏: Spotify 🔗: http...

Back in the USA and back to the grind!! Today we are live reacting to a recent podcast clip from All The Smoke where WNBA legend Candace Parker shares her thoughts on the current CBA negotiations and why WNBA players deserve to be paid more. My apologies in advance for the ramble ;). Enjoy!! Subscribe to #CourtsideClub now 👏: Spotify 🔗: https://spoti.fi/3QyFchC Apple 🔗: https://apple.co/3QyFqoY...

Happy 2026 Courtsiders!! Starting off the year hot with some WNBA updates.. Today we are covering: - Caitlin Clark’s new Nike ad and what we can expect from her signature shoe which is set to be released in spring of 2026. Cailtin also shares that Nike will incorporate brand new, groundbreaking technology in her first signature shoe. - The current state of the WNBA CBA and the shocking details tha...

We're back and we have so much to catch up on!! Today we are covering: - Nikola Jokic's devastating knee injury that will sideline him for at least 4 weeks - The current NBA MVP race featuring Jokic, Wemby, SGA, and Luka Doncic - Bam Adebayo's praise for Jokic because he doesn't "flop" or "foul bait" - Viral compilation of Lu Dort's (unethical?) plays - Christmas Day games + Jeff Teauge's take on...

Let’s talk Spurs!!! The San Antonio Spurs are currently 2nd in the Western Conference and the future looks bright! Today we talk about the dynamic and exciting young core in Victor Wembanyama, Steph Castle, and Dylan Harper, and what to expect for the future of the team. It’s Day 10 of the 12 Days of Radmas 🎄 where we’re uploading a brand new episode every day until Christmas and donating 50% of...

Today we’re diving into one of the most dramatic nights of the NBA season so far:The Minnesota Timberwolves handed OKC their third loss of the year and Chris Finch LOST IT. We break down: • Chris Finch’s first-quarter ejection meltdown after multiple missed calls • Whether OKC’s physical style + “flopping narrative” is catching up to them • Anthony Edwards’ cold-blooded takeover in crunch time • W...

In today’s episode of Courtside Club, I break down where things actually stand in the WNBA CBA negotiations: the push for a revenue split, why a work stoppage in 2026 would be catastrophic, and what players like Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, Nneka Ogwumike, and Napheesa Collier have already said about a potential strike. Then we react in real time to the WNBPA’s new statement authorizing the executi...

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Does the NBA have to address its flopping problem? Rachel breaks down the controversial Spurs vs Thunder NBA Cup semifinal, including the viral Alex Caruso–Wemby clip, the Shai Gilgeous-Alexander “kick-out” foul on Dylan Harper, and whether OKC are brilliant at manipulating the rules… or just flopping their way to the line. Rachel also reacts to Victor Wembanyama’s “ethical basketball” comments, c...

WNBA CBA negotiations hit a major roadblock as players push for a 33% revenue split while Team USA training camp delivers standout scrimmage highlights featuring Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers, Angel Reese, A’ja Wilson, and Kelsey Plum. Welcome back to the Courtside Club and day five of RADMAS ! 🎄 We’re dropping 12 episodes leading up to Christmas , and 50% of the earnings from every Radmas video...

In today’s episode of the Courtside Club, Rachel breaks down the wild NBA Cup semifinal between the San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder, where the Spurs snapped OKC’s 16-game win streak with a 111–109 win. We breakdown the game: - Victor Wembanyama’s first game back after a 12-game calf injury absence - Wemby vs Chet Holmgren: who really won the matchup (box score + impact) - Why the Spurs...