Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton and women basketball writer Cassandra Negley react to the top takeaways from the WNBA’s 30th season tipoff. They highlight the most anticipated and historic Wings-Fever matchup, move on from the Aces ugly home opener, and shout out the young Mystics core who nearly took down the Liberty veterans.

The duo also take a deep dive into the differences they’ve seen in officiating from last season to this season. Will early-season growing pains around officiating settle down by All-Star Weekend? All that and much more!

What was your favorite moment from opening week? Let us know in the comments!

01:07 - Highlighting Dallas Wings 107-104 defeat over Indiana Fever

05:58 - What is the level of concern for Caitlin Clark's back injury?

10:17 - What is Azzi Fudd's status?

17:10 - There's no need to worry about the Las Vegas Aces

23:45 - Young Washington Mystics show grit against New York Liberty veterans

26:56 - Will the Los Angeles Sparks have the same issues as last season: Defense?

31:12 - Early impressions of expansion teams: Toronto Tempo & Portland Fire

37:54 - How are officiating changes impacting the game?

38:22 - Breanna Stewart on officiating

39:45 - Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White on officiating

45:14 - Must-watch matchups

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