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The Seattle Storm finish the 2026 season 8-36, but the real story lies in the roster battles following a devastating injury report. Dominique Malonga led the team with 29 points and 8 rebounds against the Dallas Wings, while Natisha Hiedeman recorded 14 assists.

Key players discussed include Dominique Malonga, Natisha Hiedeman, Paige Bueckers, Jessica Shepard, Ezi Magbegor, Alanna Smith, Taina Mair, Zia Cooke, Katie Lou Samuelson, Azzi Fudd, and Costanza Verona. Topics cover the impact of seven players being out, the urgency for guard and frontcourt depth, and draft strategies.

The Storm face critical decisions on who makes the final roster cuts, with Malonga and Hiedeman securing their spots. The team aims for 20-25 wins next season if they draft wisely and maintain health.

In this episode: The Frontcourt Void · Backcourt Depth Issues · Roster Cut Predictions.

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Full transcript: https://cdn.beatlinesports.com/wnba/sea/2026-10-08/transcript.html

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