Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and Cassandra Negley break down the biggest takeaways from the 2026 FIBA World Cup, where Team USA captured its fifth consecutive gold medal. They spotlight veteran star and tournament MVP Breanna Stewart, while also diving into the dynamic duo of Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese and what their continued rise means for the future of women’s basketball.

Caroline and Cass also discuss the WNBA’s high-stakes playoff race: Who will secure the No. 1 seed? Which teams will secure home-court advantage? And how will teams look as players and coaches transition back from World Cup competition?

Plus, WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert has announced her retirement. What opportunities does the league have to continue growing its business, and what qualities will be most important in the WNBA’s next commissioner as the league enters its next era?

01:08 - FIBA World Cup takeaways: Breanna Stewart, Caitlin Clark + Angel Reese duo

12:23 - Highlighting Team USA's next generation

19:08 - Storylines to keep an eye as the WNBA returns & playoffs inch closer

24:19 - A'ja Wilson & the Las Vegas Aces

30:37 - What does the WNBA need in a new commissioner?

42:43 - How does adding road trips help grow Unrivaled?

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