Steak Too Juicy, Lobster Too Buttery: Picking the 2028 Women's Olympic Basketball Team

In this episode, Seerat is joined by The Athletic’s Sabreena Merchant to react to the Connecticut Sun franchise being sold to the owners of the NBA's Houston Rockets, who will relocate the team to Texas. They also talk about the latest on the FIBA World Cup roster, and later recap what happened during the Sweet 16 and Elite Eight. (1:50) World Cup Discussion (8:00) The Comets Return (22:08) Elite Eight Recap (32:02) “I’m Leaving Here With Somethin” (39:53) The Wedgie Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Sabreena Merchant Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Seerat is joined by Emma Baccellieri from Sports Illustrated to delve into how teams will protect stars like Brionna Jones and Jonquel Jones while leveraging international talent such as Isobel Borlase. This episode uncovers the game theory, risks, and strategies that will define the future of women's basketball, offering fans a glimpse into intricate roster moves and league dynamics. Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Emma Baccellieri Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN commentator Ryan Ruocco joins Seerat, and he delves into the art of sports storytelling. They discuss everything from iconic calls to where the WNBA is headed at this crucial moment in its history. They also talk about college hoops and the prospects of this upcoming draft class.Host: Seerat SohiGuest: Ryan RuoccoSenior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Seerat is joined by Annie Costabile, Alexa Philippou, Doug Feinberg, and Jackie Powell to discuss what it was like to see the WNBA’s CBA negotiations, Napheesa Collier and Nneka Ogwumike’s leadership, and the future for the WNBA’s commissioner. Host: Seerat Sohi Guests: Annie Costabile, Alexa Philippou, Doug Feinberg, and Jackie Powell Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Seerat hops on the mic for an instant reaction pod to share her response to the announcement of a brand-new CBA that will ensure there won't be a WNBA lockout this season. She then dives into how this move affects the league and women’s sports going forward.Host: Seerat SohiProducer: Chris SuttonProduction Supervision: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Seerat is joined by Megan Gauer, HoopStats Bracketology expert, as they recap Selection Sunday. From Tennessee's seeding dilemmas to the transfer portal's impact on teams like Michigan and Duke, and much more. Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Megan Gauer Production: Christopher Sutton, Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nekias Duncan joins Seerat as they assemble their own Team USA 2028 Olympic roster. They delve into the strategic balance of veteran leadership and emerging stars like Sarah Strong and Juju Watkins, highlighting the evolving defense schemes and the crucial role of versatility in both guard and big positions. Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Nekias Duncan Producers: Isaiah Blakely and Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Seerat is joined by Defector writer Maitreyi Anantharaman to talk about the latest updates from around the league, including CBA moves, height trutherism, and much more (00:00). Then, Seerat is joined by special guest Sabrina Ionescu to talk about all things WNBA, shining moments in her career, and her new health initiative (45:10). Host: Seerat Sohi Guests: Maitreyi Anantharaman and Sabrina Ionescu Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Seerat is joined by Eden Laase from Hoops HQ to analyze and debate the players, coaches, and teams that made the biggest noise over championship week in women’s college basketball. Seerat then shares her insights and enthusiasm about Team USA as they prepare for their World Cup qualifying games. (00:00) Intro(1:43) Winners and losers from NCAA championship week(43:07) FIBA World Cup qualifiers preview Host: Seerat SohiGuest: Eden LaaseProducer: Chris SuttonProduction Supervision: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Seerat is joined by Quita Loves Sports to talk about the ongoing WNBA CBA negotiations, the possibility of a fractured union, and excitement for the upcoming women's NCAA tournament. They analyze the strategic moves that go into bargaining, player sentiments on negotiations with the WNBA, and the potential impact this process will have on the season. Get your bingo card here: https://www.bingocardcreator.com/game/375023/ Host: Seerat Sohi Guest: Quita Loves Sports Producers: Steve Ahlman and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices