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WNBA Updates, Record Watch, and FIBA World Cup Preview (Double Drivel)

Sylvia and Madeleine discuss WNBA league news, highlights, standings, records, ESPN’s top-50 list, and a FIBA Women’s World Cup preview. Key updates include A’ja Wilson and Kelsey Plum withdrawing from the U.S. FIBA roster for health reasons (Plum also out for the season), NaLyssa Smith out for the year with Kalani Brown signed as injury replacement, and DeWanna Bonner signing with Atlanta. The Wings go 2–0 with wins over the Fire and Sun; the Fever beat the Sun 111–91 behind 34 points each from Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell, and Indiana honors Connecticut in its final season before a 2027 move to Houston. Valkyries’ defense fuels big wins over the Lynx and Liberty; standings remain tight. Angel Reese sets double-double and rebounding records; other milestones include Clark’s points/assists marks and Mitchell’s 1,000-point season. They critique ESPN’s top 10 and preview the Berlin FIBA tournament and U.S. schedule.

00:00 Welcome and Agenda

00:08 League News and Roster Moves

03:26 Unrivaled and Project B Updates

04:56 Wings Game Highlights

08:47 Fever Game Highlights

12:45 Other Notable Games

18:26 Standings and Playoff Race

21:21 New Records and Milestones

26:28 ESPN Top 50 Debate

30:29 FIBA World Cup Preview

37:13 Swish List and Wrap Up

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Retirement, Bonner Buyout, Injury Updates, and Wings–Fever Recap

Sylvia and Madeleine host Double Drivel, covering WNBA league news, injuries, game recaps, standings, records, and award predictions. Nneka Ogwumike announces she will retire after the season, ending a decorated career and notable tenure as WNBPA president who led recent CBA talks. Azzi will have knee surgery and miss the rest of the season; Nalissa Smith suffers a non-contact knee injury; Brittney Sykes and Anisa Morrow are out for the season, leaving the Tempo with a short roster and no hardship players yet. The Mercury reach a buyout with DeWanna Bonner on the playoff-eligibility deadline. They recap the Wings beating the Fever 91–85 (Kelsey Mitchell 37; Arike 32; franchise-record 7 blocks by Awak), Dallas’s loss to the Valkyries and win over the Storm (Paige 32, 6/6 from three), and Fever results including wins over Toronto and Chicago and a loss to the Liberty. Standings: Lynx 1st, Valkyries 2nd, Aces 3rd, Dream 4th, Fever 5th, Liberty 6th, Mystics 7th, Wings 8th. Records noted include Mitchell’s 23 straight 20+ point games, Caitlin’s 37 with 8 threes vs Chicago, and Angel Reese’s milestones. They predict awards (MVP debated, Rookie of the Year Olivia Miles, Coach Cheryl Reeve, Most Improved Jessica Shepard) and preview games before the FIBA break.

00:00 Welcome and Agenda

00:23 Nneka Retirement News

02:54 Injury Roundup

04:56 Bonner Buyout Buzz

10:27 All Star and Mascots

12:00 Wings Beat Fever Recap

15:10 Highlight Reel Rant

17:41 Wings Week Highlights

23:20 Fever Week Highlights

27:44 Liberty Loss Recap

28:46 Sky Blowout Win

31:59 Dijonai Drama

34:03 Other Notable Games

36:45 Social Media Mess

38:17 Standings Update

39:52 Records Roundup

40:49 Awards Predictions

52:54 Upcoming Schedule

53:41 Swish List Wrap

54:51 Final Sign Off

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Fever-Wings Breakdown, Injury Updates, Standings & Honoring Diana Taurasi

Sylvia and Madeleine discuss WNBA league news, including Liberty coach Chris DeMarco confirming Satou Sabally is stepping away after a concussion, and Hall of Fame inductions for Candace Parker, Elena Delle Donne, and Chamique Holdsclaw. They break down the Fever’s Friday win over the Wings, noting both Caitlin Clark and Paige scored 29, Ty Harris hit five threes, and Dallas missed key players (Jessica Shepard, Azzi, and A’ja), plus they critique a postgame comment from coach “Jose” about Awak. They recap Indiana’s wins over the Liberty and Dream (OT), highlighting Makayla Timpson’s career-high 20 and Kelsey Mitchell’s scoring streak. They cover a Wings win over Toronto, notable Aces and Lynx results, updated standings and tiebreakers, injury notes (including Cameron Brink’s broken rib), and honor Diana Taurasi’s jersey retirement and career accolades, then close with upcoming games and wish list items.

00:00 Welcome and Agenda

00:32 League News and Updates

01:25 Fever vs Wings Breakdown

12:37 Rookie Debate and Injuries

16:48 Fever Week Recap

23:54 Wings Week Recap

28:54 Other Key Matchups

31:59 Standings and Tiebreakers

34:01 Injury Notes Around League

35:38 Honoring Diana Taurasi

40:05 Records Set This Week

40:55 Couch Picks and Swish List

44:01 Wrap Up and Goodbye

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Double Drivel: Waiver Moves, USA Roster Debate, Fever-Sky Drama, and Wings’ Slide

Sylvia and Madeleine cover WNBA news and recent games: Betnijah Laney-Hamilton is waived by the Liberty, claimed by the Mystics (who waive and later re-sign Rori Harmon to a developmental spot), and the Liberty convert Marine Fauthoux to a regular roster spot; the Fever sign Mercedes Russell on a hardship deal after Damiris Dantas’ knee surgery. They discuss the announced 2026 USA Women’s National Team roster and notable omissions. Indiana goes 1–1, losing to the Aces in OT on Chelsea Gray’s record buzzer-beaters after late missed free throws, then beating the Sky amid a Flagrant 2 ejection of Dijonai Carrington and a rescinded Caitlin Clark technical. Dallas goes 0–3, prompting Madeleine’s “No Way José” critique of coach José Fernandez. Standings, remaining strength of schedule, and records (Kayla McBride’s 10 threes, Kelsey Mitchell’s 16 straight 20-point games, Mitchell/Clark duo points) are reviewed, followed by upcoming picks and a Swish List.

00:00 Welcome and Agenda

00:11 Roster Moves Roundup

01:34 USA World Cup Roster Talk

02:37 Snubs and Selection Debate

06:35 Kelsey Plum Injury Update

07:25 Fever vs Aces Overtime Heartbreak

12:51 Fever Bounce Back vs Sky

13:44 Flagrant 2 and Double Standards

25:53 Tech Rescinded and Stat Lines

28:18 Wings Slide Begins

29:23 Mystics Loss and Bench Questions

31:17 Mystics Standouts and Next Loss

31:56 Scouting Report Drama

32:57 Valkyries Defense Shutdown

36:21 Lynx Loss and Injuries

40:12 McBride Record Night

42:41 Other Notable Games

45:26 No Way Jose Segment

51:33 Standings and Playoff Race

52:51 Strength of Schedule Breakdown

55:28 New Records Roundup

56:49 Couch Picks and Swish List

57:50 Final Swish List and Wrap

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WNBA Trades, Cleveland Sirens Reveal, and Week 13 Highlights: Fever Surge, Wings Struggles, and Couch Picks

Sylvia and Madeleine’s “Double Drivel” episode 13 covers two trade-deadline deals: the Sparks send Kelsey Plum (expiring contract) to the Mercury for Monique Akoa-Makani plus 2027 first- and 2028 second-round picks, and the Sun trade Aneesah Morrow to the Tempo for rights to Maria Klundikova and a future second. They discuss Cleveland’s 2028 expansion team naming itself the Sirens and note Detroit (2029) and Philly (2030) future expansions. Game highlights include the Fever going 2–1 (wins vs Storm and Fire, loss vs Lynx), Caitlin Clark’s triple-double, Kelsey’s 37-point game and 14 straight 20+ point streak, and Damaris Dantas’ season-ending meniscus surgery. The Wings go 1–2, and notable league results include Aces over Liberty and Mercury’s first game with Plum. They play “start, bench, cut,” make couch picks for upcoming games, and discuss standings and rivalries.

00:00 Welcome and Agenda

00:23 Trade Deadline Breakdown

04:27 Cleveland Sirens Reveal

08:06 Fever Week Recap

17:07 Fever Injury Update

17:55 Wings Week Recap

27:56 Other Games and Standings

30:47 Start Bench Cut Game

36:21 Couch Picks and Rivals Week

38:04 Swish List and Wrap Up

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Double Drivel Mini Ep: WNBA All-Star Weekend Recap, Orange Carpet, and Trade Deadline Buzz

Sylvia and Madeleine recap WNBA All-Star Weekend, covering Azzi’s three-point contest win over Bridget Carleton (30–19) and her rookie milestones and leaderboard placement; the Shooting Stars format and Washington’s win led by Elena Delle Donne, Shakira Austin, and high school standout Gigi Banks; and the All-Star Game where Team Spoon beat Team Coop 129–122, Dominique Malonga recorded her first WNBA dunk, and Jonquel Jones earned MVP (22 points, 13 rebounds, eight assists) with notable scoring from Kelsey Mitchell, Marina Mabrey, and Gabby Williams. They discuss fan reactions to low defense, a “Says Who” quote game featuring Paige, Kelsey Plum, A’ja Wilson, and Barack Obama at the Obama Presidential Center, plus favorite orange carpet looks. They preview August 2 trade-deadline rumors and upcoming “couch picks” games for the Fever, Wings, and Liberty–Aces, ending with excitement for the season’s stretch run.

00:00 Welcome to Double Drivel

00:25 Three Point Competition Recap

01:45 Shooting Stars Competition

03:21 All Star Game Highlights

07:36 Defense Debate and Criticism

12:11 Says Who All Star Edition

16:31 Orange Carpet Fashion

19:22 Trade Deadline Discussion

27:08 Couch Picks

30:17 Swish List

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Fever Home Games Trip Recap, Wings Run, and All-Star Weekend Preview

Sylvia and Madeleine return from a break to recap Sylvia’s Indianapolis trip for back-to-back Fever home wins over the Storm and Liberty, praising Gainbridge Fieldhouse’s atmosphere and noting Caitlin Clark’s 45-point, 10-assist record game vs Seattle, Kelsey Mitchell’s big scoring in both games, and the Fever’s recent 6–2 stretch plus Clark’s seventh technical (one from suspension). Madelyn reviews the Wings going 5–1, including a win over the Sparks, an overtime loss to the Liberty amid officiating complaints and Paige sitting out, and a win over the Fire highlighted by Jessica Shepard’s fourth triple-double. They preview Chicago All-Star Weekend, detailing Team Spoon vs Team Coop rosters, coaches Cheryl Reeve and Becky Hammon, the three-point contest field and invitation controversy, and the new Shooting Stars event with legends. League news includes Kennedy Carter waived by the Aces, Sandy Brondello’s “protected species” comment and one-game suspension, Reeve’s coaching wins record, Megan Gustafson becoming Megan DiLeo, and Napheesa Collier’s return.

00:00 Welcome Back and Agenda

00:27 Indy Fever Weekend Vibes

03:03 Storm Game Thriller

05:41 Caitlin’s 45 Point Night

08:38 Liberty Game Comeback

14:19 Arena Experience and Indy Stops

16:39 Fever Run and Tech Trouble

18:58 Wings Recent Results

19:15 Wings vs Sparks Breakdown

21:13 Liberty Loss and Officiating

24:43 Bench Scoring Recap

24:58 Liberty Overtime Breakdown

26:05 Fire Win and Triple Double

29:04 Injuries and Fire Shooting

30:23 Other Notable Games

31:35 All Star Teams Draft

36:02 Contests and Stream Buzz

40:11 Standings and Playoff Picture

42:49 League News Roundup

46:27 Napheesa Returns and Wrap Up

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WNBA All-Star Starters, Commissioner’s Cup Recap, and Midseason Overpaid/Underpaid Salary Check

Sylvia and her daughter Madeleine preview a two-week podcast break, address Alyssa Thomas’s confirmation of racist messages and death threats after the Caitlin Clark incident, and note Clark’s statement condemning hateful treatment. They break down the newly announced WNBA All-Star starters and voting process (50% fans, 25% media, 25% players, with limited player ballot participation), discuss potential snubs, and look ahead to coach-selected reserves. Game highlights focus on the Wings’ two road wins, including a comeback over the Sun and a win over the Tempo, plus updates on Caitlin Clark and A’ja Wilson sitting out Fever–Aces. They recap the Commissioner’s Cup (Liberty over Aces) and other notable games, then analyze midseason “overpaid/underpaid” players by position under the new CBA, before covering standings shifts, upcoming matchups, couch picks, and their swish list featuring vacation plans and attending Fever home games.

00:00 Welcome and Agenda

00:24 Addressing Harassment

01:11 All Star Starters

03:47 Snubs and Reserves

06:30 Wings vs Sun Recap

10:31 Wings vs Tempo Recap

15:14 League Notes and Injuries

16:45 Commissioners Cup Highlights

19:15 Overpaid Underpaid Intro

21:13 Forwards Salary Breakdown

24:58 Centers Salary Breakdown

28:37 Guards Salary Breakdown

33:57 Standings Update

35:37 Couch Picks Schedule

38:13 Swish List and Wrap Up