Quita in the Morning

Rhyne cooks, the Sun finally look alive, Chicago drops another one, Rae gets hurt, and the Fever bar a reporter’s access. Quita breaks it all down on Quita in the Morning. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Indiana Fever dropped two straight, a Caitlin Clark and Stephanie White timeout exchange went viral, and Skip Bayless ran with a fake report from a troll account. In this episode I break down the real "hunting" of Caitlin Clark on defense, why I think she was wrong in the sideline moment (and why Stephanie White earned the benefit of the doubt), and the exhausting "it's always someone else" pa...

The Connecticut Sun waived Hailey Van Lith to make room for Leïla Lacan's return — and we get into why, whether she deserved it, and where she lands next. Then: two wild games from Thursday night. Flops, stops, and a whole lot of shots. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Lynx and Liberty made strong statements with dominant wins, Washington stunned Seattle on the road, Toronto overcame a 27-point performance from Sydney Taylor, and Portland held off a Connecticut comeback as the Sun's shooting and turnover issues continued to haunt them. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of person...

Kelsey Plum is leading the WNBA in scoring at 26.8 PPG, but a left ankle sprain now has the Sparks on edge. We’re breaking down the latest injury report around the league, checking in on the stat leaders, and explaining why the standings still mean absolutely nothing this early in the season. This is Quita in the Morning. Women’s basketball, every day. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See...

The WNBA just went through ANOTHER player purge, and the Portland Fire are right at the center of it. Sug Sutton, Haley Jones, and Kamiah Smalls are OUT, while Holly Winterburn and Frieda Bühner are IN. Why now? It all comes down to the new 2026 CBA developmental contract deadline, and I’m breaking down what it means for the league. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz...

The Fever dealt with more load management questions, the Dallas Wings came up with a huge win in Chicago, and the Connecticut Sun finally got their first win of the season. Quita breaks down the biggest WNBA storylines, what stood out from Dallas, and why the Sun’s breakthrough matters moving forward. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our c...

The WNBA season is already delivering chaos. We’re breaking down the hottest teams, the biggest disappointments, and why the Connecticut Sun might officially be in trouble. Plus, which stars are carrying their squads, who needs to step up fast, and the early storylines shaping the league. From breakout performances to ugly losses, Quita’s got all the smoke this morning. Hosted by Simplecast, an Ad...

The Portland Fire are heating up at the perfect time, Ty Young gets the recognition she deserves, and the Dallas Wings may finally be showing signs of life defensively. Quita breaks down Portland’s growing momentum, the emotional impact of honoring Ty Young, and what changed for Dallas on the defensive end after weeks of struggles. Plus, reactions to the biggest moments around the WNBA, standout p...

Rickea Jackson injury concerns, Chennedy Carter making history yet again, and the promo graphic that sent WNBA Twitter into complete chaos 👀 We’re breaking down all the biggest storylines from around the league, what Rickea’s absence could mean moving forward, why Chennedy continues to be one of the most talked-about players in basketball, and the social media debate fans could not stop arguing a...

Dallas Wings head coach Latricia Trammell and Coach Jose are sounding the alarm after calling out the selfishness inside the locker room, and now questions are starting to grow around the direction of this team. On today’s episode of Quita in the Morning, we break down the growing tension surrounding the Wings, what these comments could mean moving forward, and why frustration may be boiling over...

The Chicago Sky are starting to turn heads and Marina Mabrey is a BIG reason why. On today’s episode of Quita in the Morning, we break down Chicago’s impressive play, Marina shining in Tempo’s win, and the growing excitement around the return of the Houston Comets brand. Plus, reactions from around the WNBA, standout performances, and everything you need to know from another wild day in women’s ba...

Sarah Ashlee Barker comes up CLUTCH for Portland, the Atlanta Dream take down Dallas, and the Minnesota Lynx continue proving they might be the team to beat this season. We’re breaking down the biggest moments from around the WNBA, standout performances, what’s going wrong for Dallas, and why Minnesota looks absolutely dangerous right now. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm....

The Upshot League is officially entering the women’s basketball conversation, and the pressure on the WNBA is growing. What happens when players are finally given another option? Today on Quita in the Morning, we break down everything you need to know about the Upshot League and what it could mean for the future of the WNBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for...

Quita is breaking down a chaotic WNBA weekend filled with foul trouble, early-season surprises, standout performances, and plenty of storylines already heating up across the league. From unexpected starts to teams still finding their rhythm, we’re getting into everything you need to know from the weekend in the W. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for informatio...

23 of 29 WNBA champions won their season opener, but the exceptions are legendary. The 2003 Shock went worst-to-first after losing Game 1, the 2019 Mystics lost their opener by 15 before beating Connecticut in the Finals, and the 2025 Aces dropped Opening Night by 14 before winning the title. Now the WNBA’s 30th season is here, and 19 of 45 draft picks made opening day rosters. We’re breaking down...

The WNBA GM survey is causing serious debate after Caitlin Clark dropped from 50% last year to just 20% in the “start a franchise” category, tying with A’ja Wilson for second place. Fans are also questioning how Clark was ranked in the point guard conversation, sparking outrage across the league. Are GM’s overcorrecting, undervaluing, or just seeing something the public isn’t? Let’s break it all d...

A WNBA legend calls it a career, the Chicago Sky make major roster moves, and the W showed all the way out at the Met Gala. Quita breaks down the latest chaos around the league, what the Sky’s shakeup means moving forward, and why WNBA stars continue to prove they’re taking over on and off the court. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our co...

The Golden State Valkyries traded the No. 8 overall pick Flau'Jae Johnson to the Seattle Storm for the No. 16 pick Marta Suárez and a 2028 second-rounder… and then waived Suárez six days before their season opener. Meanwhile, Flau'Jae just dropped 32 points in 43 minutes of preseason action for Seattle. So what is GM Ohemaa Nyanin actually building over there in the Bay? Let's get into it. Hosted...

The Fever are really feeling the absence of Aliyah Boston, and it shows in a big way on both ends of the floor. Meanwhile, the Dallas Wings are starting to look like a legit problem with the way they’re playing early on. On top of that, the outrage machine around the WNBA keeps churning, but Quita cuts through the noise to focus on what actually matters, breaking down the biggest storylines, stand...

Angel Reese is back in Chicago, Kim Mulkey is making noise in the transfer portal, and Caitlin Clark’s fourth-year option has officially been picked up. Quita breaks down what it all means for the Sky, LSU, the Fever, and the bigger WNBA picture. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The WNBA free agency market is still full of questions as veterans like Natasha Cloud and Tina Charles remain unsigned heading into the season. We break down what could be holding things up, which teams still make sense for these vets, and what their futures could look like as training camps continue. Plus, what this says about roster building and veteran value across the league right now. Hosted...

Some rookies are already proving they belong, while others are struggling to adjust as WNBA training camps heat up, and teams are already making tough roster decisions. Quita breaks down which first-year players are cooking early, who may need more time to develop, and the surprising waives that are starting to roll in as franchises narrow down their final rosters. Plus, what these early cuts coul...

The Indiana Fever are officially the center of the basketball universe after the WNBA announced a massive national TV slate featuring the team more than anyone else in the league. Is the Fever hype getting out of control, or is this exactly what the WNBA needs right now? Plus, Flau'jae Johnson is already falling in love with Seattle as excitement builds around her new situation, and we dive into t...

Who’s really in control of the Chicago Sky right now? We break down the leadership behind the franchise, including majority owner Michael Alter and the ongoing questions surrounding ownership, direction, and decision-making. Plus, we dive into the latest injury updates, roster cuts, and what it all means as the Sky try to reset and build toward the future. On this episode of Quita in the Morning,...