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Send us Fan MailWings Sweep Commissioner’s Cup Week; Fever Split vs Dream/Liberty and “Right Team, Right Time” BreakoutsSylvia and Madeleine recap WNBA highlights, standings, and a “Right Team, Right Time” segment. The Dallas Wings won both Commissioner’s Cup games, beating Seattle 79–56 and Los Angeles 104–96; Arike Ogunbowale scored 30 vs the Sparks, Jessica Shepard had 22, and Paige set/tied a Wings single-game assists record with 14, while Odyssey Sims left with an apparent left ankle injury and Azia James went down late. The Indiana Fever went 1–1, beating Atlanta 83–71 behind Kelsey Mitchell’s 25 (also reaching 5,000 career points) and losing to New York 83–75 despite leading most of the game; Mo Billings posted her best Fever game (15 points, 8 rebounds), and they noted Caitlin’s fast 1,000 points/500 assists milestone and a lopsided Liberty free-throw gap. Standings stayed with Wings fourth and Fever ninth. “Right Team, Right Time” spotlights Veronica Burton, Brittney Sykes, Kennedy Carter, Shepard, and Megan Gustafson. They preview upcoming games and their trip to a Wings–Fire game in Portland.00:00 Welcome and Agenda00:30 Wings Cup Wins04:05 Sparks Thriller and Injuries08:35 Paige Assist Record10:09 Fever Beat Dream15:48 Liberty Loss and Takeaways18:12 Broadcast Gripes21:32 Other Games and Rookie Record25:34 Standings Check27:40 Right Team Right Time43:11 Couch Picks Week Ahead45:25 Swish List and Wrap Up

Send us Fan MailWings Stun Aces, Fever Slide, and Commissioner’s Cup Preview | Double Drivel Ep. 5Sylvia and Madeleine recap episode five of their WNBA podcast with game highlights, league stats, a Commissioner’s Cup preview, “Says Who,” and couch picks/swish list. The Wings beat the defending champion Aces 95–87 behind Jessica Shepard’s 22-point, 20-rebound, 10-assist triple-double, with strong games from Azzi (22) and Paige (20); they discuss Alanna Smith’s absence/struggles and praise Shepard as a key addition. The Fever went 0–2 (now 4–4), losing a close road game to the Valkyries and getting blown out 100–84 by Portland, with foul trouble, tense coaching exchanges, and bench scoring as a bright spot. They run through standings and league leaders (including Shepard in rebounds, Engstler in blocks, Clark in assists), play a quote-guessing game, explain Commissioner’s Cup rules/prizes, and pick upcoming games (Wings over Storm/Sparks; Fever vs Dream and at Liberty).00:00 Welcome and Agenda00:32 Wings Upset the Aces02:34 Social Media and Attitude Talk04:26 Portland Fire Rising05:26 Illness and Lineup Shifts08:14 Shepard as Wings MVP08:49 Fever Week Recap09:17 Valkyries Close Loss10:44 Portland Blowout Breakdown13:15 Fouls and Flopping Debate15:55 Bench Bright Spots18:31 Standings Check In20:43 League Leaders Data24:13 Shooting and Threes Leaders25:56 Liberty lineup talk27:32 Says Who game32:07 Becky Hammon quotes35:06 Commissioners Cup primer36:33 Couch picks week40:20 Wish list wrap

Send us Fan MailWings Surge vs Liberty, Fever Win Streak, and a WNBA ‘Who Am I?’ GameSylvia and Madeleine open their Double Drivel WNBA podcast with news that the long-form CBA has been signed, then recap games: the Dallas Wings go 3–1 in a four-game week (wins over the Mystics 92–69, Sky 99–89, and Liberty 91–76; loss to the Dream 86–69). They highlight Azzi’s breakout vs New York (rookie three-point record, 24 points) alongside Paige’s 24, and discuss José Fernández’s rotations, Allana Smith’s foul trouble, Arike’s inconsistency (1–11 vs Atlanta), and interest in shooters like Awak Kuier and Naliya Rue, plus frustration over JJ not playing. The Indiana Fever win twice (vs Portland 90–73 with Caitlin Clark out; vs Valkyries 90–82 with Clark returning amid chippy play), cover roster moves, standings, Satou Sabally’s head shave story, and Sparks upsetting the Aces. They play a “Who Am I?” guessing game, preview upcoming matchups, and share swish-list highlights.00:00 Welcome and Agenda00:26 CBA Signed Update00:54 Wings Week Recap01:33 Azzi and Paige Shine03:22 Dream Loss and Rotations05:30 Arike and Odyssey Consistency11:34 Bench Bigs and JJ Minutes14:12 Jose Fernandez Debate16:34 Fever Wins and Caitlin Sits19:51 Roster Moves and Waivers22:42 Valkyries Game and Trash Talk28:02 Myisha Hines-Allen Love29:34 Standings and Early Season Chaos31:15 Satou Shaved Head Context31:53 Sparks Upset Aces32:28 Cam Brink Trade Rumors33:22 Salary Cap Trade Math34:17 Who Am I Game Begins36:58 Rapid Fire Player Guesses44:49 Couch Picks Next Games46:46 Swish List Highlights47:51 Wrap Up And Where To Follow

Send us Fan MailDouble Dribble Ep. 3: Early WNBA Standings, Foul Trends, Wings Coaching Critique, and Fever UpdatesSylvia and Madeline recap a busy first full week of the WNBA (recorded May 17): no undefeated teams remain, the Aces lead at 4–1, and the Sun are last at 0–4. They discuss elevated foul calls leaguewide, with the Mystics seeing the biggest jump (about 10 more fouls per game, 28 per game). Focusing on the Wings’ close losses to the Dream and Lynx, they criticize Dallas’ defense, Alana Smith’s struggles while wearing a mask, and coach José Fernandez’s public comments about “selfishness,” plus his rotations and reliance on veterans despite Arike’s inefficient 6-point game. They cover the Fever at 2–2, Caitlin Clark’s revised 32-point, 10-assist double-double in an OT loss to the Mystics, Aaliyah Boston’s leg injury, and Indiana’s win over the Storm. They also note Aces vs Dream (85–84), a “This or That” segment, upcoming couch picks, and Sylvia’s retirement announcement.00:00 Welcome and Week Setup00:21 Standings and Foul Trends02:11 Wings Close Losses04:15 Coach Comments and Rotations12:45 Lynx Game Officiating13:38 Fever Recap and Aaliyah Injury17:07 Storm Win Without Aaliyah19:38 Aces vs Dream Thriller23:56 This or That Segment29:06 Draft Talk and Coach Debate35:29 Couch Picks This Week38:52 Swish List and Farewell

Send us Fan MailOpening Weekend Reactions, New-Fan Q&A, and Early WNBA StatsSylvia and Madeleine recap Double Drivel’s opening-weekend WNBA coverage, beginning with a correction that Kelsey Mitchell finished fifth (not fourth) in MVP voting. They discuss the Wings’ 107–104 win over the Fever, noting standout scoring from Arike Ogunbowale (22), Paige and Odyssey Sims (20 each), limited minutes for the No. 1 pick (18, 3 points), and minimal use of Li Yuru; they also critique Indiana’s defense and Caitlin Clark’s inefficient shooting, five turnovers (three offensive fouls), and a milestone as the fastest to 1,000 points/250 rebounds/250 assists (54 games). They briefly survey other weekend results, highlight Olivia Miles’ strong rookie line, and launch “Open Gym” to answer new-fan questions about player-only fandom, skipping games, and why watch the WNBA. In “Open Book,” Sylvia reviews early minutes leaders, shot attempts, turnovers, and a notable rise in foul calls (22 per team vs. 17.5 in 2025). They share upcoming “Couch Picks,” celebrate feeling better about the Wings and publishing their first episode, and invite listener emails and follows.00:00 Welcome to Double Drivel00:56 Quick Corrections and Word Swap01:43 Weekend Games Overview02:06 Wings vs Fever Breakdown07:44 Fever Takeaways and Caitlin Notes11:54 Other Weekend Highlights13:38 Open Gym New Fan Questions18:18 Open Book Early Stats19:26 Minutes and Coach Trust23:10 Shot Attempts and Usage25:53 Turnovers and Whistle Trends27:02 Fouls Up Leaguewide31:37 Couch Picks This Week32:40 Swish List and Wrap Up

Send us Fan MailSylvia and her 14-year-old daughter, Madeleine, introduce “Double Drivel,” a mother-daughter WNBA podcast for longtime and new fans that avoids gatekeeping, isn’t expert analysis, and rejects hate while prioritizing accuracy. They explain the name as a play on “double dribble” and “drivel,” while respecting the league’s history and growth. Sylvia traces her basketball fandom from Iowa men’s teams in the late ’80s to the WNBA via Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever; Madeleine became a Dallas Wings fan through Paige Bueckers. Living in San Diego, they attend Sparks games and plan trips to Portland and Indianapolis to see the Wings and the Fever this season. They discuss offseason moves (Fever re-signing Kelsey Mitchell, Aliyah Boston extension, adding Mo Billings and drafting Raven Johnson; Wings additions including Alanna Smith and Jessica Shepard) and other team changes, offer early finals picks, share what they’re excited for, and end with a positive “Swish List” segment.