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Will Angel Reese Leave Chicago? Will Arike Stay in Dallas? The Free Agency Bonanza Begins!
No Offseason: The Athletic Women's Basketball Show›
Oct 17, 202553:42
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Zena, Sabreena, and Ben kick things off with an unintentional announcement — the Portland Fire’s head coach was announced via a deleted, unexplained post. They dive into the resulting awkwardness and debate whether the announcement was meant for another time.
Then, the conversation shifts to the NBA’s announcement of three new referees advancing into its ranks — a move that raises questions about officiating standards in the WNBA.
From there, free agency explained. The crew breaks down team strategies and shifting rosters, asking the big questions: Will Angel Reese stay in Chicago? How will the Fever build around Caitlin Clark? And is the Arike Ogunbowale era in Dallas nearing its end?
Finally, they wrap things up with some head-scratching social media moments that leave the crew — and listeners — wondering what exactly is going on.
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References:
WNBA season is most viewed ever on ESPN networks by Richard Deitsch
2025 WNBA free agency: Which players could make the biggest moves? by Sabreena Merchant and Ben Pickman
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