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Why did the Aces waive Chennedy Carter? And what's going on with Skylar Diggins and the Chicago Sky? Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala break down the latest around the WNBA and talk all things All-Star with the reserves being announced. 0:00 Intro  0:45 Chennedy Carter WAIVED in shocking move by the Aces 4:40 Skylar Diggins saga continues: Tyler Marsh discusses benching decision 12:16 WNBA All-St...

How could Kate Martin help the Los Angeles Sparks? And what does Golden State's win over Atlanta say about each team? Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala break it all down plus MORE. 0:00 Intro 0:27 Kate Martin signed  4:30 Is there cause for concern with the Atlanta Dream? 12:10 Are the Golden State Valkyries a contender?  22:20 WNBA All-Star: Starter surprises and predictions 40:10 Cheryl Re...

Skylar Diggins took to social media on Monday to air out her grievances with the Chicago Sky. Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala are breaking it down and giving their reaction.

Stephanie White spoke on Wednesday about Alyssa Thomas receiving death threats. Meanwhile, Napheesa Collier nears a return and is Betnijah Laney-Hamilton's future with the Liberty in question? Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala break it all down plus more. 0:00 Intro  0:45 Stephanie White sounds off on Alyssa Thomas controversy 5:55 Napheesa Collier returns to basketball activities  7:55 Shou...

Was the Commissioner's Cup a PIVOTAL moment for Las Vegas and New York this season? Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala recap the Commissioner's Cup Final. 0:00 Intro 2:18 Game recap: A pivotal moment for Las Vegas, New York 8:51 Sabrina Ionescu should’ve won MVP   21:35 Alyssa Thomas responds to one-game suspension 29:50 Mystics 4OT 33:15 Other standouts from the weekend in the WNBA 38:45 Answerin...

Which WNBA teams are under performing and which are over performing? Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala break it down, PLUS preview the Commissioner's Cup Final, take a look at changing NCAA eligibility rules and more. 0:00 Intro 0:34 Wednesday Recap: Phoenix pulls out win over Indiana and more 8:18 Commissioner’s Cup Preview 12:44 Which WNBA teams are under performing vs. over performing 23:57 What is...

For just the third time in WNBA history, there are NO Black women as head coaches within the league. Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala dive into why it's a problem, plus celebrating the league's 30th anniversary, diving into some midseason picks for end of season awards and much more. 0:00 Intro  1:15 Dallas Wings match win total from last season 3:17 Jackie Young passes Becky Hammon on Aces’ all...

Erica L. Ayala and Alicia Jay are BACK talking all things WNBA All Star, Commissioner's Cup and more.  0:00 Intro 0:31 Caitlin Clark announces signature shoe drop 4:16 WNBA All Star Votes: Biggest surprises, which players are MISSING? 12:42 WNBA Deep Dive: Season expands to 50 games 22:45 Commissioner's Cup Final is SET: Las Vegas Aces vs. New York Liberty 31:18 Game Preview: Chicago Sky vs....

Is there BEEF between Isabelle Harrison and Angel Reese? And should it even matter? Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala break down Harrison's ejection, PLUS get into Lynx vs. Aces, some historic performances around the WNBA and more. 0:00 Intro  1:45 Las Vegas Aces vs. Minnesota Lynx: A WNBA Finals Preview?  11:36 Isabelle Harrison/Angel Reese: Ejected Following a TAKE DOWN of Angel Reese 18:5...

Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala take a deep dive into the WNBA's new developmental contracts, the Chicago Sky and more in our latest episode. 0:00 Intro  0:53 Commissioner’s Cup Update: What we’re seeing out of the New York Liberty as Sabrina Ionescu remains out  4:10 Breaking down the Atlanta Dream, key components 8:35 Deep Dive: How do Player Development Contracts work? 14:18 Will the LA...

AUSL softball star Maya Brady joins Erica L. Ayala to talk about the upcoming season, playing in Oklahoma City and more. 0:00 Intro 0:53 On winning AUSL title last season: ‘Like a group project where you don’t help at all’ 2:08 Expectations joining Oklahoma City Spark 3:46 What she learned from her injury 6:05 How she’s taking ownership of the future of women’s softball, AUSL being ‘built for the...

Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala recap Saturday's game between Indiana and New York before getting into some of the biggest storylines around the WNBA, including Sydney Johnson's ejection, Kelsey Plum's return, Natasha Cloud opening up about free agency and more. 0:00 Intro 0:45 Liberty vs. Fever recap: What happened with Indiana in loss to Liberty? And how did New York turn things around? 9:56 Olivi...

Alicia Jay is joined by Terrika Foster-Brasby to get a look at the state of the WNBA, including what's going on in Indiana, the Phoenix Mercury's freefall, Minnesota's run of play and more. 0:00 Intro 1:32 Steph White, Caitlin Clark shut down controversy over bench exchange 2:37 Is there cause for concern in Indiana? 6:32 Sandy Brondello receives warm welcome in New York, why Toronto marks a perso...

Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala break down the heated interaction between Caitlin Clark and Stephanie White, what we're loving about the Megan Gustafson and the Portland Fire and MORE around the WNBA. PLUS Serena Williams' return and Madison Packer stops by to talk some PWHL.  0:00 Intro 0:22 Breaking down the Caitlin Clark, Stephanie White bench exchange 6:35 Lexie Hull says interaction 'not t...

Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala break down the biggest storylines around the WNBA, including the New York Liberty's 4-4 start, plus look ahead to the weekend of games ahead. (0:00) Intro & Welcome (0:45) The WCWS begins! (4:21) French Open Update & Serena Williams returns 👀 (7:57) WNBA Updates: Kelsey Plum Injury & What It Means For The Sparks (10:56) The New York Liberty: Contenders or...

On a new episode of We Need To Talk Now, Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala discuss the latest news in women's sports, answer the biggest questions surrounding the WNBA, and preview the CBS Sports games of the weekend. 0:00 - Intro 1:15 - Rickea Jackson tears ACL 6:00 - Texas A&M Tennis wins national championship 7:00 - Biggest questions surrounding WNBA 22:00 - Two Minute Drill: Which new arrival...

A'ja Wilson's historic start to the season. Caitlin Clark's shooting efficiency. Rickea Jackson going down with an injury. Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala get into all of the BIGGEST storylines from the WNBA this weekend plus MORE. (0:00) Intro  (0:49) News & Notes: Mallory Swanson makes her RETURN, PWHL Championship UPDATE (5:52) Has Jose Fernandez lost the Dallas Wings locker room?  (10:50) A’...

Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala break down the latest news around women's sports and the WNBA, including Azzi Fudd's starting from the bench, a deep dive into the WNBA's refereeing and a look ahead at the weekend's slate of games. Plus MORE. (0:00) Intro (0:18) Lisa Leslie gets her STATUE (2:10) News & Notes: PWHL Expansion, Draft (4:35) Azzi Fudd injury update (5:12) Portland Fire get first fra...

Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala are BACK with the biggest headlines coming out of WNBA opening weekend PLUS which rookies are showing up and out as well as which team tops their power rankings. (0:00) Intro  (0:25) Vibes from WNBA opening weekend (5:35) News & Notes (7:55) Kate Martin signs developmental contract with Los Angeles Sparks (11:32) Biggest Moments From WNBA Opening Weekend: Betnijah...

Erica L. Ayala is joined by Ty Carter to break down the biggest WNBA headlines ahead of opening weekend. (0:00) Intro (0:53) Is Tina Charles the GREATEST WNBA player to retire without a ring? (7:50) Ranking the Top 5 WNBA Players + Where does Caitlin Clark fit? (11:00) Valkyries become women’s sports FIRST $1 billion franchise (16:34) Where could Kate Martin end up? (22:25) How does Hailey Van Lit...

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(0:00) Intro  (0:53) Natasha Cloud signs with Chicago Sky REACTION (9:51) How Natasha Cloud fits with Chicago: Who comes off the bench? (13:50) Where could Hailey Van Lith end up? (17:31) What has us confused about the Golden State Valkyries, decision to waive Marta Suarez (25:07) Other News & Notes: Sabrina Ionescu out for 2 weeks (30:10) Early frontrunner picks for MVP  (38:27) What we’re ex...

Could the Aces make it two in a row? How will the Dallas Wings utilize Azzi Fudd? Who steps up in Napheesa Collier's absence? Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala are breaking down the remainder of the WNBA's teams in Part 2 of our season preview, with one question for each of the Western Conference teams. (0:00) Intro (1:16) Breaking down the 2025 season in the Western Conference (6:12) Las Vegas Aces:...

Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala break down one question for each team in the WNBA's Eastern Conference. (0:00) Intro  (1:00) Erica’s one-sided rivalry with Liberty GM Jonathan Kolb (1:40) Why the Liberty moved on from Natasha Cloud (15:13) New York Liberty: Can they stay contenders with a new head coach?  (21:48) Atlanta Dream: Does the addition of Angel Reese help their postseason chances? (26:12)...

Is A'ja Wilson UNDERPAID? Alicia Jay and Erica L. Ayala break down what they're loving from the WNBA rookies out of training camp, Aliyah Boston's record-breaking contract, Natasha Cloud going unsigned and MORE. (0:00) Intro (1:30) WNBA on CBS Schedule (3:25) Rookie deep dive: Flau’jae and Seattle are a GREAT match (8:44) Rookie-Vet duos that we love: Angel Reese and Madina Okot (11:39) Early fron...