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The WNBA semifinals are underway! We’ve got the Liberty and Sun facing off in the East and the Aces and Wings facing off in the West. Connecticut and Vegas took home wins, while New York and Dallas have some adjustments to make before Tuesday's matchups. Q and D discuss how Jonquel Jones could be key for the Liberty, why the Wings will need to pick their poison when it comes to defending the Aces, and who might win the highly debatable MVP race. Tune in!

1. Alyssa Thomas, DeWanna Bonner, Rebecca Allen show up night one at Barclays. Stewie gets tough defense. Jonquel Jones mismatch. (0:55)
2. Aces take game one with ease. A'ja dominates. Dallas needs to take away a piece of Vegas' offense. (9:55)
3. Satou's MIP award. MVP race between AT, A'ja and Stewie. Shoutout Natasha Cloud who left it all on the floor. (19:20)

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WNBA playoffs are in full swing, so why not bring you some W royalty this week? Ticha Penicheiro joins the show to chop it up about growing up as a hooper in Portugal, playing at Old Dominion against some of Pat Summit’s best Tennessee teams, and her experiences in the early years of the WNBA. All the flowers to TP! Live on location from XS Nightclub at Wynn Las Vegas — tune in!

1. Hooping in Portugal, watching Magic Johnson, going pro as a teen (1:25)
2. Choosing Old Dominion, ROY, learning about Nancy Lieberman (4:40)
3. Championship vs. Tennessee, WNBA emergence, draft process (12:25)
4. Sacramento Monarchs, playing with Ruthie Bolton and Yolanda Griffith and getting a ring (16:40)
5. Wheaties box, team folding, joining the LA Sparks (19:21)
6. W25, HOF, and becoming an agent (25:35)
7. Playing overseas and changes in the WNBA (33:30)

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This week we bring you the 2x All-Star, AP Most Improved Player, and WNBA fashion icon … Satou Sabally! Haley and Satou reflect on the regular season, what changes heading into playoffs, and Satou’s unique basketball journey from Gambia, to Germany, to Oregon to Texas!

1. Career-high 40 points, playoffs, MVP race (1:10)
2. Gambia to Germany, basketball roots, goal to play in college (8:30)
3. Playing at Oregon, WNBA Draft, bubble season (11:50)
4. Playing overseas, Olympic goals, Most Improved Player (23:40)
5. Natasha Howard, Arike Ogunbowale, Nyara Sabally (29:05)
6. Being a voice for the players, CBA, Vibe Check (34:15)

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Atlanta Dream rookie Haley Jones is an NCAA national champion, All-American, and No. 6 pick in the 2023 WNBA Draft. Listen as she welcomes top players to the mic to dissect basketball’s biggest storylines, celebrate top performances, and give flowers to the players growing the game. 

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Natalie and Terrika Foster-Brasby host Ladies First Fridays and react to the Eagles defeating the Vikings on Thursday Night Football. They debate whether Jalen Hurts is better than Josh Allen and whether Allen is overrated. Nat and Terrika also condemn the racist DMs sent to Alexander Mattison after the Vikings loss. Chris Williamson joins the show to discuss Kevin Porter Jr.’s domestic violence allegations and the NBA’s track record of handling domestic violence matters. Natalie and Terrika discuss the Aces and Sun’s dominance in their first games of the WNBA playoffs and Terrika’s voting criteria for this year’s tight MVP race. They also react to Deion Sanders’ response to Colorado State coach, Jay Norvell, for his recent remarks on Deion’s manners.

00:00                   TNF Recap: Eagles defeat Vikings

12:45                   Is Bills QB Josh Allen overrated?

17:42                   Vikings RB Alexander Mattison responds to racist DMs

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21:42                   Kevin Porter Jr. domestic violence allegations; Rockets attempt to trade KPJ

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39:09                   WNBA Playoffs; MVP criteria: A’ja Wilson, Alyssa Thomas, Breanna Stewart

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48:19                   Deion Sanders responds to Jay Norvell

Sha’Carri Richardson wins 100M at Worlds | A’ja Wilson Ties WNBA Scoring Record | Jonathan Taylor and Colts Failed Relationship | Brother From Another  

Michael Holley and Reeta Hubbard (The NFL Chick) react to Sha’Carri Richardson’s triumphant win in the 100M Finals at the World Championships.  They also discuss Ravens Head Coach John Harbaugh’s veiled criticism after Baltimore’s record preseason win streak was snapped.  Jim Trotter joins the show to praise Ace’s star A’ja Wilson after her record-tying WNBA single-game scoring mark.  The trio also discuss running back Jonathan Taylor’s failed relationship with the Colts and his potential landing spots in a trade. They also weigh in on Michigan Head Coach Jim Harbaugh’s 3 game suspension to start the 2023 season, and news out of 49ers Training Camp regarding the backup QB role behind Brock Purdy. Holley and Hubbard also congratulate tennis star Serena Williams after the birth of her second daughter, and close the show by discussing a recent story Seahawks Head Coach Pete Carroll shared when he was the Patriots Head Coach that involves deli meat.  

00:00: Sha’Carri Richardson is Back After 100m Win/ Redemption  

11:15 – John Harbaugh on Ravens Preseason Streak Ending 

16:40 – NFL Preseason Notable Stories 

19:45 – A’ja Wilson Ties WNBA Single-Game Scoring Record 

25:19 --  Liberty and Aces Rivalry and WNBA Standings 

28:11 – Jonathan Taylor and Colts Relationship, Next Steps 

37:51 – Michigan Suspends HC Jim Harbaugh for 3 games  

41:38 – 49ers name Sam Darnold QB2 over Trey Lance 

45:35 – Serena Williams Welcomes 2nd Daughter  

48:54 – Pete Carroll on Robert Kraft  

This week we bring you a 2x All-Star and reigning Rookie of the Year who is getting buckets for the Atlanta Dream … Rhyne Howard! Haley and Rhyne reminisce on their shared experience of having their moms for coaches, Rhyne’s rise to success from University of Kentucky to the WNBA No. 1 pick, and playing together this season on a playoff contending team. 

1. WNBA landscape, playing for Mom, prom queen Rhyne (1:35) 👩🏾👸🏾
2. Hooping at Kentucky, drafted No. 1 to the Dream, ROY(12:52) 1️⃣🏅
3. Coach T, Cheyenne Parker and Allisha Gray, mindset shift this season (22:00) 🗣️🧠 
4. Coverage of women’s sports, expansion of the league, SLAM cover (31:45) 📰🏀
5. Jordan Brand athlete, Divine Nine, Vibe Check (37:20) 👟👭🏾✅

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Welcome back to Two For a Dollar. Our names are Tyler and Matt. In this episode we'll be talking about the NBA summer league championship, the 1st & 2nd teams, summer leagues and pro-ams getting started, and much more. We hope you enjoy this weeks episode. Don't forget to follow or subscribe so you don't miss any episodes. Also share the podcast with your friends or family. Share it with anyone that you know loves basketball. We appreciate everyone for tuning in and we hope you'll be back in the future. Much love everyone!

Michael Smith, Mike Jones and Tashan Reed discuss whether Josh Jacobs and Saquon Barkley will reach long-term deals before the NFL franchise tag deadline and the Titans signing DeAndre Hopkins on a 2-year deal. Natalie joins Mike to recap WNBA All-Star Weekend and discuss whether any teams can challenge the Aces in the second half of the season. They also discuss the Suns signing Bol Bol, Bradley Beal being designated as the Suns point guard and Zion Williamson’s Instagram story that raised concerns about his mental health. Natalie and Mike also react to Stephen Curry winning the American Century Championship. Reeta Hubbard “The NFL Chick” joins Michael to discuss Joel Embiid’s recent comments that he wants to win a championship “in Philly or anywhere else” and the struggles NFL running backs face while trying to secure a long-term deal.

00:00                   NFL franchise tag deadline: Josh Jacobs, Saquon Barkley 

15:30                   DeAndre Hopkins agrees to deal with Titans

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19:00                   WNBA All-Star Weekend: Brittney Griner, Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ionescu, Jewell Loyd, A’ja Wilson

30:00                   Las Vegas Aces vs the field: Chelsea Gray, Kelsey Plum, Jackie Young; Liberty; Sun

33:00                   Suns sign Bol Bol; Bradley Beal to start as PG

35:00                   Zion Williamson’s post raises concerns

38:00                   Steph Curry shines on the golf course at Lake Tahoe (ACC)

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42:40                   Joel Embiid expresses his desire to win a championship

47:20                   Struggles for NFL running backs to get long-term deals

Natalie and Zena Keita host the show from Las Vegas and react to Victor Wembanyama’s security slapping Britney Spears. They also react to Damian Lillard’s latest trade demands and the Celtics trading Grant Williams to the Dallas Mavericks. Nat and Zena discuss recent reports on Jordan Poole’s relationship with Draymond Green and other Warriors’ teammates. Kelsey Nicole Nelson joins to recognize the Inaugural National Black Women in Sports Day and to discuss Keke Palmer and her boyfriend’s recent comments attempting to shame her. Natalie and Zena also discuss the upcoming WNBA All-Star draft, the New York Liberty’s recent travel issues and the launch of Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier’s new women’s league in Miami.

00:00                   MSG Sphere in Las Vegas

01:35                   Britney Spears slapped by Victor Wembanyama’s security

10:12                   NBA free agency and trades: Damian Lillard; Grant Williams traded to Mavs

18:13                   Chris Paul, Jordan Poole trade completed; Draymond Green

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25:54                   Inaugural National Black Women In Sports Day

27:17                   Keke Palmer’s partner tries to shame her for outfit worn to Usher concert

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41:47                   WNBA All-Star in Vegas; A’ja Wilson, Breanna Stewart team selections

46:45                   Telfar gifts New York Liberty new bags

48:46                   New York Liberty 13-hour travel day

50:30                   Stewie and Napheesa Collier launch new 3-on-3 league “Unrivaled”

The first half of a special two-parter: Owen moderates a conversation between Myles -- a WNBA awards voter for the first time -- and writer Mark Schindler, who also holds a vote. This episode features the six starting forward spots, along with the rationales behind why each selection was made. Episode 10b will discuss their backcourt nominations.

Natalie and Zena Keita host Ladies First Fridays today on BFA. They discuss WNBA influencer Ari Chambers’ coverage of women’s sports and the two Hashtag Sports Awards that she recently won, A’ja Wilson’s reaction to President Biden’s tweet about the Vegas Golden Knights, and the WNBA’s expansion of its travel policy to include public charter flights after Brittney Griner was confronted at the airport. Michael Smith and Marcus Thompson join the show to react to Ja Morant’s 25-game suspension for a second gun incident and the Denver Nuggets’ championship parade. Dawn Montgomery and Shalise Manza-Young join the show to discuss Tori Bowie’s death during childbirth and the high maternal mortality rates among Black women.

00:00                   Celebrating Ari Chambers; WNBA ratings are up

03:30                   In-game interviews in the WNBA: Natalie Achonwa

07:00                  A’ja Wilson’s frustration over POTUS tweets

10:00                   Brittney Griner airport incident 

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13:00                   Ja Morant suspended for 25 games

31:00                   Nuggets championship parade; the Nikola Jokic era

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37:00                   Tori Bowie’s death during childbirth

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51:00                   Happy Juneteenth!

We back after two games in the books! Aces lead the series 2–0, and Q isn’t putting his broom away. The guys get into all the elements that led to the competitive Game 1 — and to the less-competitive Game 2. Darius digs deep into what adjustments he thinks the Sun could make to get back in this series. Time will tell if Connecticut can snatch a W on their home court and prolong this Finals. Either way, we’ll be back with more on this series soon. Tune in! 

1. Kelsey Plum is back with a vengeance (1:23)
2. Chelsea Gray = POINT GAWD (2:24)
3. The roles Bonner, Thomas and Jones play in this series (7:15)
4. Adjustments the Sun could make for Game 3 (9:11)
5. Dearica Hamby’s Game 2 performance (15:30)
6. A’ja Wilson’s level of play (17:40)

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Yo, yo, yo! The Knuckleheads are here to bring you a very special WNBA Finals edition. The guys sat down to talk about the insane semifinals games, standout players from this 2022 postseason and predictions on who leaves this championship series with a ring. From Sue Bird’s retirement to A’ja Wilsons trail of accolades, there’s a lot to unpack before tipoff in Vegas. Tune in next week for another WNBA Finals conversation!

1. Aces vs. Storm semifinal (2:24)
2. Stewie and A’ja matchup, Sue Bird longevity, Chelsea gray prowess, Jackie Young impact (3:00)
3. Sun vs. Sky semifinal (9:35)
4. Dewanna Bonner’s veteran impact, the Bonner/Copper squabble, Candace Parker’s not done yet (11:00)
5. End of a Seattle era and trade talks (19:12)
6. Q and D Finals predictions (27:24)

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The Aces secured the #1 seed heading into the WNBA Playoffs after beating the Seattle Storm, Adrian goes in-depth on what he saw covering the team and what question he asked that made it on to SportsCenter + The NFL/Game of Thrones collab you have been waiting for. 

The Universes can make us all seem so small and we check in with Howard Megdal of the IX newsletter, The Next Hoops, S.I., Forbes as the 2nd half of the WNBA season kicks off. Listen to the Playmakers with Lindsey Brown and Adrian Hernandez weekday afternoons 3-5pm on 1140 The Bet Las Vegas and the Audacy App!

On this episode of the podcast, the guys share their thoughts on Will Smith slapping Chris Rock on stage at the Oscars. They then shift gears back to hoops looking at the women's and men's NCAA championship matchups. 

• Having a statue at her alma mater
• Falling in love with the game
• College career
• Inspiration
• Overseas choices
• Having a target after ROY season
• Playing with Liz
• Growing game in the W
• Putting the team on your back
• Relationship with Vickie Johnson
• Aces ownership
• Advice to young girls
• Rapid-fire

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