WNBA Expansion Draft Insights & Final Four Showdown Preview

Chantel and Sabreena kick off their discussion by exploring potential strategies for the Portland Fire and Toronto Tempo in the expansion draft—who might be protected, and which players could come as surprises?Then the duo get us ready  for the Final Four by breaking down the South Carolina–UConn rematch and the potential pressure for UCLA and Texas as they chase a championship. They discuss what this moment means for players and coaches, the influence of new faces, and the expectations surrounding these games. The conversation also highlights the quest for redemption for teams that fell short in previous tournaments and the excitement of these matchups, even amid predictions of chalk outcomes.Finally, they share their predictions for the national title game.REFERENCES: First look at the Final Four: Who has the edge? South Carolina or UConn? Texas or UCLA? by Sabreena Merchant How Dawn Staley reinvented South Carolina without losing its edge by Jerry BrewerTexas is 2 wins from Vic Schaefer’s first title and him saying it’s his best team by Chantel JenningsLack of parity isn’t a problem. Goliaths in women’s Final Four is good for the sport by Sabreena Merchant__No Offseason is a part of The Athletic Podcast NetworkEmail us: [email protected] up for the No Offseason newsletter!YT: @No-Offseason IG: @tanooffseasonTikTok: @no_offseason Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.