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TEAM USA DOMINATES CHINA 🔥 | Aces Take Major Injury Hit | FIBA World Cup Breakdown Sep 05, 2026

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Team USA is off to a dominant start at the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup, cruising past China and showing why they’re one of the favorites — but this team is just getting started. 🇺🇸🏀

On today’s show, we break down the USA’s opening game, including the veteran-heavy starting five of Chelsea Gray, Jackie Young, Kahleah Copper, Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier, Angel Reese’s battle with 7’3” Zhang Ziyu, and Jackie Young’s early impact.

We’ll also preview the biggest games on the FIBA schedule, including Spain vs. Germany, Hungary vs. France, and Belgium vs. Türkiye, with our picks, projected scores and the matchup to watch in each game.

Then we tap in with the Las Vegas Aces, who are heading into the final stretch of the regular season with their sights set on playoff seeding — but now have to navigate the loss of NaLyssa Smith for the rest of the season.

Can A’ja Wilson, Jackie Young and Chelsea Gray keep the Aces in the championship conversation? And which team has the biggest chance to challenge them in the playoffs?

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DEVASTATING: Satou Sabally OUT FOR SEASON, Can the New York Liberty RECOVER for Playoff SURVIVAL? Sep 03, 2026

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Satou Sabally is out for the rest of the WNBA season—can the New York Liberty stay playoff-ready without their Unicorn? Sophia Jones breaks down Sabally’s injury fallout, the Liberty’s playoff seeding battle, and how Chris DeMarco’s positionless system is shaping New York’s strategy.

Key topics:

🏥 Sabally’s season-ending injury

🏀 Liberty’s playoff outlook and roster depth

🏆 August WNBA awards: A’ja Wilson, Kelsey Mitchell, Olivia Miles

💪 Golden State Valkyries’ defensive surge under Coach Natalie Nakase

🔥 Key matchups and playoff implications across the WNBA

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Skylar Diggins’ Season Is Over… But She’s Not Done With the Chicago Sky | World Cup + NCAA Sep 02, 2026

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Skylar Diggins’ 2026 WNBA season is officially over after the Chicago Sky announced she will miss the remainder of the season while recovering from a lingering right knee injury. But this isn’t the last time we’ll see Skylar in a Sky jersey.

We break down what the injury means for Diggins, the Chicago Sky and what comes next for one of the league’s biggest stars.

Plus, we look ahead to the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup and ask: Who can actually challenge Team USA? France, Belgium, Australia, Japan, China and Nigeria all have reasons to believe they can make a run.

And finally, there is BIG money entering women’s sports. The 2026 Players Era Women’s Basketball Showcase is set to feature a seven-figure NIL pool, with powerhouse programs including South Carolina, USC, Texas and Duke heading to Las Vegas.

In this episode:

Skylar Diggins’ season-ending injury and what it means for the Chicago Sky
Why this may not be the end of Diggins’ time in a Sky jersey
Which countries could challenge Team USA at the World Cup
France, Belgium, Australia, Japan, China and Nigeria’s chances
The massive NIL money coming to women’s college basketball
The 2026 Players Era Women’s Basketball Showcase

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A'ja Wilson & Kelsey Plum OUT: Can Team USA Still Win the World Cup? | WNBA Power Rankings Sep 01, 2026

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A'ja Wilson and Kelsey Plum are major losses for Team USA heading into the FIBA Women's World Cup — but USA Basketball has some intriguing replacements in Kiki Iriafen and Sonia Citron. Can Team USA overcome the losses of two of its biggest stars?

Plus, the latest WNBA Power Rankings are here. The Minnesota Lynx have been dethroned from the top spot, while the Golden State Valkyries continue their incredible rise.

And we take a deep dive into the Minnesota Lynx as they head into the final stretch of the 2026 season. Can Minnesota hold onto the No. 1 seed? What does the FIBA break mean for the Lynx? And are the recent losses to Golden State and Atlanta a warning sign heading into the playoffs?

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Atlanta Dream SHATTERS Doubt With Ferocious Lynx Win After Portland Fire Loss Aug 31, 2026

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Atlanta Dream silence doubters with a convincing win over the Minnesota Lynx, quickly rebounding from a setback against the Portland Fire. DeWanna Bonner’s debut, Allisha Gray’s perimeter shooting, and Angel Reese’s record-breaking double-double run have the Dream poised for a deep title chase. Can Atlanta keep this fire burning as the playoffs approach? Key topics include:

🏀 Kelsey Mitchell and Caitlin Clark’s historic backcourt performances for the Indiana Fever

🔥 Emily Engstler’s breakout night with the Portland Fire

🌍 Global stars Emma Meesseman, Gabby Williams, Ezi Magbegor, Julie Allemand, and Han Xu ahead of the FIBA World Cup break

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The Golden State Valkyries Are COMING for the WNBA Playoffs 👀 + 2026 MVP Debate Aug 28, 2026

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The Golden State Valkyries just sent a message to the rest of the WNBA. Golden State dominated the New York Liberty 79-60, completed the regular-season sweep and held New York to its lowest scoring total of the season. Are the Valkyries a legitimate playoff threat?

We break down Golden State’s statement win, Cecilia Zandalasini’s 20 points, Gabby Williams’ two-way impact and Veronica Burton’s incredible 13-assist, zero-turnover performance — plus what this loss means for Sabrina Ionescu and the Liberty heading into the postseason.

We also recap Georgia Amoore’s career night as the Washington Mystics rallied past the Phoenix Mercury before previewing tonight’s biggest games:

🔥 Portland Fire vs. Atlanta Dream
🔥 Connecticut Sun vs. Indiana Fever
🏆 Toronto Tempo vs. Las Vegas Aces
🔥 Washington Mystics vs. Los Angeles Sparks

Plus, we dive into the 2026 WNBA MVP race. Does A’ja Wilson remain the clear favorite? Can rookie Olivia Miles challenge her? Does Kelsey Mitchell’s scoring make her a legitimate candidate? And where does Caitlin Clark’s elite playmaking fit into the conversation?

MVP candidates discussed:
🏆 A’ja Wilson
⭐ Olivia Miles
🔥 Kelsey Mitchell
🎯 Caitlin Clark

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DeWanna Bonner Is EXACTLY What the Atlanta Dream Need for the Playoffs Aug 28, 2026

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DeWanna Bonner is headed to Atlanta — and the Dream may have just added the veteran spark they need for a deep playoff run. 🔥

The 39-year-old veteran is joining the Atlanta Dream after reaching a buyout with the Phoenix Mercury. Bonner brings 17 seasons of WNBA experience, three Sixth Woman of the Year awards, elite playoff experience and a résumé that includes top-five marks in career points and rebounds.

Can Bonner become Atlanta's difference-maker off the bench?

Plus, we're previewing two important matchups:

🏀 Valkyries vs. Liberty
Golden State has already beaten New York twice this season. Can Sabrina Ionescu and the Liberty finally solve the Valkyries' elite defense?

🏀 Mystics vs. Mercury
Washington has won the first two meetings and has a major size advantage with Kiki Iriafen and Shakira Austin. Can Phoenix find enough offense to keep this one close?

And the WNBA continues to make history 📈

The Indiana Fever vs. Chicago Sky matchup averaged 3.31 million viewers on NBC and Peacock, making it the most-watched regular-season WNBA game since the league's inaugural season in 1997.

We're breaking down Bonner's fit in Atlanta, tonight's biggest games and what the latest viewership numbers say about the continued growth of the WNBA.

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Dallas Wings CLINCH Playoff Spot | Unrivaled Expands & Angel Reese Goes Off Aug 26, 2026

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The Wings have clinched the 8th spot of the playoffs but their job isn't over just yet. This team needs to climb the ranks to avoid facing the current 1 and 2 seed in the league. Unrivaled will play in four times as many "road" venues all across the country and Angel Reese is continuing to break her own records. Find out more on today's episode of Locked On Women's Basketball.

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CONTENDERS: Golden State Valkyries STIFLE Lynx & Angel Reese BREAKS WNBA Rebounding Record Aug 25, 2026

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Golden State Valkyries stun Minnesota Lynx with their stifling defense, and announce their status as WNBA title contenders. Sophia Jones breaks down Valkyries’ historic first win over the Lynx, Angel Reese’s record 26-rebound night for the Atlanta Dream, and a touching moment with Nneka Ogwumike. Will these powerhouse performances shift the balance in the playoff race?

🏀 Valkyries’ statement win

📈 Angel Reese sets single-game and season rebounding records

🇫🇷 Team France’s stacked World Cup roster primed to challenge Team USA

🔄 DeWanna Bonner’s buyout from Phoenix Mercury and top landing spots

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Dallas Wings Can CLINCH the Final Playoff Spot! Plus Lynx vs. Valkyries & Dream vs. Sparks Preview Aug 24, 2026

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The Dallas Wings are in the driver’s seat for the final WNBA playoff spot — but can they hold off the Portland Fire? With a 6.5-game cushion and Paige Bueckers playing at an elite level, Dallas has a real opportunity to lock up No. 8. We break down why the Wings can finish the job, how Arike Ogunbowale factors in, and why Jessica Shepard’s potential return could be huge. We also look ahead to the WNBA teams that are already out of the playoff race but could be in the postseason conversation next year, including the Chicago Sky, Los Angeles Sparks, Phoenix Mercury, Toronto Tempo, Connecticut Sun and Seattle Storm. Then, we preview two huge matchups: 🏀 Golden State Valkyries vs. Minnesota Lynx The Lynx can clinch the No. 1 seed with a win, while Golden State is still searching for its first victory against Minnesota. Can the Valkyries finally solve the Lynx? 🏀 Atlanta Dream vs. Los Angeles Sparks Atlanta is fighting for playoff positioning while LA looks toward the future. Can Angel Reese continue her dominant post-All-Star-break stretch, and can Cameron Brink help the Sparks avoid another blowout? CHAPTERS: 00:00 Dallas Wings Playoff Push 10:00 WNBA Teams That Could Bounce Back in 2027 21:00 Golden State Valkyries vs. Minnesota Lynx Preview

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