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- 2 weeks ago9 min
The Series is Tied...Now What?
SummaryHost Daniel Artest breaks down Game 4 of the WNBA Finals. Golden State beat Atlanta 67–62 and tied the series at 2–2. He then lays out what each team needs to do in Game 5 at Chase Center.What's coveredGame 4 recap: Atlanta was up 2–1 and one win from a 3–1 lead. Golden State built a 16-point lead behind a 12–0 first-quarter run. Atlanta cut it to single digits in the third but couldn't finish the comeback. Its 62 points were a season low.Where Atlanta lost it:18 turnovers, 14 of them in the first half, led to 16 Golden State points.Atlanta shot 33% overall and about 17% from three (4 for 23).Atlanta's three lowest-scoring games this season were all against Golden State.Angel Reese: She finished with 8 points, 9 rebounds and 3 blocks on 2-for-12 shooting. Daniel says "where she goes, this Dream team goes" and puts Game 5 on her. He wants her to set the tone and respond to Golden State's physical play.Valkyries standouts:Gabby Williams had 17 points.Five Golden State players scored in double figures.Kiah Stokes had 16 rebounds, 8 of them offensive.Stokes also set a single-Finals blocks record with 13 blocks in four games.Tiffany Hayes and Veronica Burton each had 13 in the second half.Daniel also praises the lineup change and the coaching.Atlanta's keys for Game 5:Survive the opening run and the crowd.Protect the ball.Shoot better, with more ball movement and less one-on-one play.Get Reese touches and the supporting cast going. Rhyne Howard had 19 in Game 4.Win the glass and box out.Golden State's keys for Game 5:Keep the physical defense and mix zone with man.Take care of the ball.Win the paint, as they did 38–28 in Game 4.Spread the scoring around.Start fast again.Stakes: Atlanta is chasing the first championship in franchise history. Golden State is in the Finals in only its second year. The Valkyries are 22–6 at home across the regular season and playoffs, with Chase Center expected to be loud.Closing: Daniel says he enjoyed seeing Golden State answer Reese's trash talk with physical play, speaking as a former player. He thanks both teams for a fun series and shouts out Shakira Austin for making the All-WNBA Second Team.
- 2 weeks ago17 min
Angel Reese Is Inevitable: Dream Take 2–1 Finals Lead
On Episode 14 of Real Basketball Talk, No Hot Takes, Daniel recaps Game 3 of the WNBA Finals. The Atlanta Dream beat the Golden State Valkyries 97–71 at State Farm Arena and led from start to finish.Angel Reese was again the best player on the floor, with 21 points, 12 rebounds, 3 assists and 3 steals on 7-of-12 shooting, including 2-of-2 from three. She's opened her Finals career with three straight double-doubles and is only the second player after A'ja Wilson to post 20-and-10 in consecutive Finals games. Rhyne Howard added 16 points and 5 steals. She's the first player to record five or more steals in consecutive Finals games. Atlanta's depth also made the difference: Jordin Canada, Naz Hillmon and the bench all contributed, and five players scored in double figures.On the other side, Golden State shot 34% from the field. Atlanta outscored them 44–20 in the paint and turned 17 turnovers into 22 points. Daniel looks at the Valkyries' need for a shot creator and the gritty, grind-it-out style they'll need for Game 4. He also asks where Golden State's pride is after Reese talked trash all night.Game 4: Saturday, 1 PM, State Farm Arena. One blowout doesn't decide a best-of-seven.Chapters00:00 Intro and Game 3 result: Dream 97, Valkyries 7100:56 Series recap: Game 1 (68–64), Game 2 (79–65) and Atlanta's wire-to-wire Game 301:56 Angel Reese: 21 pts, 12 reb, perfect from three, and the trash talk03:49 Reese's Finals records: three straight double-doubles and joining A'ja Wilson05:02 A complete team win: five players in double figures05:28 Rhyne Howard's historic defense: back-to-back 5+ steal Finals games06:20 Atlanta's one-two punch of Reese and Howard07:03 The supporting cast: Jordin Canada's playmaking and Naz Hillmon's 3-of-5 from deep08:30 The bench delivers: +21 off the bench08:55 What went wrong for Golden State: 34% shooting, a 44–20 deficit in the paint, turnovers10:32 Postgame pressers: "best fight" and "no discipline"11:37 Down 2–1: why the Valkyries need a shot creator12:32 Keys to Game 4 for both teams14:06 Where's the pride? Answering Angel Reese's trash talk15:35 What to watch in the first five minutes of Game 416:20 Final thoughts and outro
- 3 weeks ago24 min
WNBA Finals Game 1 Recap
DA Recaps Game 1 of the 2026 WNBA Finals
- 3 weeks ago27 min
The Stage is Set: WNBA Finals Preview
This episode of Real Basketball Talk dives deep into the upcoming WNBA Finals between the Golden State Valkyries and the Atlanta Dream, highlighting the unique circumstances of both teams vying for their first championship. The discussion covers team histories, player performances, and strategic matchups, culminating in predictions for the series outcome.TakeawaysFirst-time champion guaranteedDefense is key to victoryChapters00:00 Introduction to the Finals Showdown01:41 Team Profiles: Valkyries vs. Dream05:35 Path to the Finals: Valkyries' Journey08:52 Path to the Finals: Dream's Resilience10:18 Game Schedule and Logistics12:47 Defensive Strategies: Valkyries' Edge17:07 Key Players and Matchups21:21 Alicia Gray's Impact on the Dream24:12 Predictions and Final Thoughts
- 4 weeks ago59 min
She's Always Had Game with Muffet McGraw
What does it take to build a championship culture, develop generations of elite athletes, and become one of the most influential voices in women's basketball?Zach Draves sits down with legendary Notre Dame women's basketball coach Muffet McGraw for a conversation about leadership, legacy, and the continued growth of women's basketball.A two-time national champion and Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer, McGraw's impact extends far beyond the basketball court. From building Notre Dame into a national powerhouse to advocating for women in leadership, her career represents excellence, perseverance, and an unwavering commitment to advancing women's sports.Key Discussion TopicsBuilding the Notre Dame Dynasty: Establishing a championship standard and creating a culture of sustained excellence.Championship Moments: Reflecting on the 2001 and 2018 national championships and the players who helped define those historic runs.Leadership and Empowerment: Developing confident women, mentoring future leaders, and advocating for greater representation in coaching.The Evolution of Women's Basketball: Examining the growth of the college game, increased media attention, and opportunities for the next generation.Life Beyond Coaching: McGraw's transition into broadcasting, mentorship, and her continued influence on the sport.Legacy and the Future: What lasting progress looks like for women's basketball and what challenges remain.About Muffet McGrawMcGraw retired in 2020 with 936 career victories, nine Final Four appearances, and two NCAA national championships. She was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2017 and later became an ACC Network analyst.
- Sep 25, 202659 min
She’s Always Had Game | Kym Hampton: Liberty Legend, WNBA Pioneer & New York Original
On this episode of She’s Always Had Game, host Zachary Draves sits down with New York Liberty legend Kym Hampton for a conversation celebrating the history, growth, and legacy of women’s basketball.Hampton was there at the beginning. An original member of the Liberty during the WNBA’s inaugural 1997 season, she helped establish the identity of one of the league’s cornerstone franchises and was part of the New York team that reached the first WNBA Finals. Before New York, Hampton starred at Arizona State, becoming one of the most accomplished players in program history.Zach and Kym revisit those early days of the WNBA, what it meant to represent basketball in New York City, the personalities and competition that shaped the league, and how dramatically the women’s game has evolved from 1997 to today.They also explore Kym’s journey beyond the court and what it means to see a new generation of players and fans embracing a league she helped build from the ground up.Before the packed arenas, record audiences and unprecedented attention—there were pioneers like Kym Hampton.🏀 She’s Always Had Game is about honoring those stories and making sure the history of women’s basketball is never forgotten.Follow us for more:@The9450@DravesZachary
- Sep 1, 20261h 20m
The 1976 Women's Olympic Team
The conversation delves into the historic significance of the 1976 U.S. women's basketball team and the impact of Title IX on women's sports. It explores the team's influence on future generations and the evolution of women's basketball, highlighting the progress and recognition of the sport over the years. The conversation covers the impact of Title IX on women's sports, the historical context of the 1976 US Women's Olympic basketball team, the challenges and strategies against the Soviet Union, international competition and cultural exchange, and the transition to coaching and administration. The legacy of the 1976 US Women's Olympic basketball team is also highlighted.TakeawaysTitle IX revolutionized women's sportsThe 1976 U.S. women's basketball team made history and paved the way for future generations Title IX and its impact on women's sportsThe legacy of the 1976 US Women's Olympic basketball teamFollow @The9450 on Twitter/X and YouTubeFollow @DravesZachary on Twitter/X for more stories
- Aug 25, 202620 min
The End of an Era: Nneka Ogwumike’s Hall of Fame Case and What’s Next for the Sparks
Nneka Ogwumike announced her retirement, exactly ten years to the day after her 2016 MVP season and Sparks championship. Daniel breaks down the full Hall of Fame résumé, franchise scoring and field-goal records, a top-five spot on the WNBA’s all-time scoring list, before getting into the CBA she delivered as WNBPA president. Plus: a speculative but well-grounded segment on whether Ogwumike could be next in line for WNBA commissioner, with Cathy Engelbert’s contract expiring this same season and Ogwumike declining to rule it out in an interview. And an honest look at what this farewell season actually looks like for a rebuilding Sparks team.
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