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Aya Abdeen breaks down the Phoenix Mercury’s rollercoaster weekend — from a tough Friday night loss at Barclays Center to a resurgent win on Sunday afternoon in D.C. In this episode: 🗽 What went wrong vs. the New York Liberty and how the Mercury let a first-half lead slip 💪 Alyssa Thomas’s back-to-back dominance, including a near triple-double performance 🧠 Adjustments from Friday to Sunday: ho...

The Aces reminded everybody why they’re still the standard A’ja dropped a casual 37 & 10 and made history again. But the Wings didn’t back down. Paige showed composure beyond her years and nearly led Dallas all the way back. In this episode, Corey breaks down: A’ja’s dominant night Paige stepping into her moment The Wings’ record-setting ball movement Why that fight last night matters for Dall...

🗽 In this episode of Codename: Liberty , KDot is joined by basketball scout and international hoops expert Alford Corriette to break down the New York Liberty’s first half of the WNBA season and forecast what lies ahead in the second. From team chemistry and rotation depth to areas of improvement, KDot and Alford dive into what’s working—and what needs tweaking—for the Liberty to stay in the titl...

🔥 In this episode of Codename: Mercury , host KDot sits down with Aya Abdeen to break down the Phoenix Mercury’s first half of the 2025 WNBA season. From nail-biters to tough road losses, the duo unpacks the highs and lows in the Valley. Aya dives into Phoenix’s identity shift, key performances, and what the stats reveal about this team’s current trajectory. Plus, what’s the real impact of the De...

In this episode of Beyond The9450, Brittany and Chanteé discuss a fan's Twitter post that questions a potential conflict of interest between Phee and Stewie, who are vice presidents of the WNBPA and co-creators of the three on three league, Unrivaled. Brittany & Chanteé explore arguments for and against the existence of a conflict, considering factors such as Phee & Stewie's access to prop...

In this episode of Codename: Mercury , Aya Abdeen breaks down the Phoenix Mercury’s recent three-game stretch, featuring highs like a 30-point blowout over Dallas and a clutch win over the Lynx. She analyzes the career night from Sami Whitcomb, Alyssa Thomas’s triple-double dominance, and the 33-point explosion from Kahleah Copper. Aya also dives deep into the emotional and strategic return of DeW...

🔍 Topics Covered: Liberty’s 13–6 record & statement win vs Aces Concerns from the Seattle loss & midseason offensive lulls Sabrina Ionescu’s leadership + Breanna Stewart’s consistency JJ’s injury impact on rebounding, spacing & post presence All-Star Starter reactions (Stewie, Sab) & team chemistry outlook What’s holding the Liberty back? Rotation, bench depth, or something deeper...

📝 Episode Rundown: 1. Opening Thoughts (00:00 - 03:00) KDot and Lolo set the tone for the show, tease tonight’s major topics, and reflect on how much the WNBA continues to evolve in real-time. 2. Are the Valkyries for Real? (03:01 - 12:30) Breakdown of Golden State’s playoff positioning (~6th in the standings) and strong defense/rebounding metrics. Analysis of team identity, culture under first-y...

This week on The W Rundown , Kevin “KDot” Lewis and Lolivia Pope recap the Aces-Fever clash, analyze Jonquel Jones’ injury, unpack Angel McCoughtry’s comments on HVL, and spotlight surprise rookies including Sonia Citron, Kiki Iriafen, Te-Hina Paopao, and Monique Akoa Makani. Plus, surprise teams and coaches one month into the season. Follow & Subscribe: Twitter/X: @kdotlew3h | @lolobyke | @th...

Caitlin Clark is back and wasting no time. We break down her explosive return in the Fever’s win over the Liberty, Angel Reese’s first career triple-double against the Sun, and the biggest debate in the WNBA right now: Who’s the best in the world—A’ja Wilson or Napheesa Collier? Tap in as we unpack the numbers, the narratives, and the league-wide impact of these performances. 🗂️ Topics Covered: Ca...

In this episode, Lo *is handing the Washington Mystics their flowers. Despite their current losing record, the Mystics have provided thrilling moments for basketball fans, prompting Lo to reflect on their season so far.

After taking a break because life was life'in, Britt and Chanteé are back with another episode of Beyond the9450, where they cover all things business of sports. They start off the episode catching up and discussing their last few months of covering women's basketball; from the NCAA tournament to the WNBA Draft. Although they have a been gone for a little...they've still been active in the backgro...

The Atlanta Dream are entering a bold new era in 2025 under new head coach Karl Smesko—and Codename: Dream is here to break it all down. Kevin “KDot” Lewis is joined by Meghan L. Hall of USA Today’s For The Win to analyze how Smesko’s 5-out offense is transforming the Dream’s identity. From how veterans like Brittney Griner and Brionna Jones are adjusting to the spacing-heavy system, to the early...

In this special episode of Keep’n It 9450, Kevin “KDot” Lewis & Lolivia Pope is joined by none other than Diedree G — financial adviser, superfan, and the beloved “Mayor of the New York Liberty.” From courtside cheers to cultural influence, Diedree has become a pillar in the WNBA community. Together, they break down the state of today’s WNBA, the evolution of Liberty basketball, and what it me...

Host Kevin “KDot” Lewis and Lolivia Pope break down the biggest storylines from the WNBA preseason games between May 7th–11th , including: • Atlanta’s energetic season opener • Connecticut’s bounce-back vs. the Liberty • Indiana’s strong 3–0 start • Dallas’ historic rout over Tokyo • Malonga’s impressive scrimmage debut • Golden State Valkyries’ first franchise win They also breakdown the hard tru...

🏀 Episode Summary: In this jam-packed episode, Kevin “KDot” Lewis and LoLo breaks down the key takeaways from WNBA preseason action, including standout performances from A’ja Wilson, Jackie Young, Sophie Cunningham, and rookies like Kamilla Cardoso and Aaliyah Nye. They also discusses Shyanne Sellers’ surprise release from the Golden State Valkyries and her new opportunity with the Atlanta Dream....

On this March Madness miniseries episode of Brackets and Buckets, hosts Brittany and Chanteé from 21Titles WELCOME former Pittsburgh standout and professional basketball player, Marcedes Walker to the newsroom. Delving into her rich basketball journey, the episode covers Marcedes's memorable NCAA moments, the highs and lows of her career, and the transitions that shaped her. From failing grades in...

Episode Summary In this episode of Jump Ball N’ Study Hall , host Kevin “Kdot” Lewis is joined by an all-star panel featuring Lo Dreher, LoLo Sanders, Yanalytics, and Justina Knight. The squad dives into two major topics in the world of women’s basketball: 🏀 NCAA Women’s Tournament Bracket Breakdown – Analyzing the top seeds, potential upsets, biggest snubs, and the players ready to make a statem...

Episode Title: Women’s Hoops on the Rise & South Carolina’s Dynasty Episode Summary Women’s college basketball is booming, and we’re here to break it all down. In this episode, Kevin “Kdot” Lewis and guest Vic Jones dive into the unprecedented rise in NCAA Women’s Basketball viewership and the dominance of Dawn Staley’s South Carolina squad. What’s fueling this growth? Can anyone stop the Game...

Podcast Show Notes – NCAA Women’s Top 16 Reveal with Mark Schindler 🎙 Episode Overview: Kevin “KDot” Lewis breaks down the NCAA Women’s Basketball Top 16 reveal with special guest Mark Schindler , a top hoops analyst and host of "They Got Now". They dive into the biggest rankings storylines, surprises, and what it all means for March Madness. 🔥 Key Topics: • New No. 1 Seeds: UCLA, Texas, USC, and...

On this episode of Beyond The9450, hosted by Chantee and Brittany, the duo hosts their first sit down interview with sports agent, Chauntiel Smith Jones of Capture Sports Agency. They dive into her full story from starting out as a student athlete to finding her way into the sports agency market.

Show Breakdown: • Introduction • Recap of the Past Week’s Games • UCLA vs. South Carolina Debate, Who's The Real No. 1??? • Ta’Niya Latson Spotlight • WNBA Free Agency • Norfolk State Flowers

NCAA Women’s Basketball Recap & Kiyomi Miller vs. USC Drama NCAA WBB Game Recaps (20 minutes) Top Performances and Upsets • Breakdown of the biggest games from 1/12, focusing on: Southern California vs. Maryland & Penn State • Key highlights from The Women of Troy's performances and their growth in the B1G. South Carolina vs. Texas • Key highlights from South Carolina’s performance and the...

In this episode of Beyond the9450, hosted by Chanteé and Brittany, the duo dives into the latest sports and business news from the week. Topics include: A’ja Wilson named Sports Illustrated Player of the Year, Unrivaled announcing $28 million in Series A funding from a slew of sports celebrity investors, including Michael Phelps and his wife Nicole, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Dawn Staley, and JuJu Wat...

In this episode, host Kevin “Kdot” Lewis dives into the heart of Hawkeye State hoops with special guest Zachary Draves, journalist for SB Nation and Swish Appeal. Together, they explore the latest developments in Iowa Women’s Basketball and their rivalry with Iowa State. 🏀 What’s Inside: • Iowa’s transition without Caitlin Clark and how Jan Jensen is leading the team through early-season challeng...