Locked On Women's Basketball – Daily Podcast On The WNBA

Kelsey Plum is already proving why she was the missing piece for the Phoenix Mercury.

In today's episode, we break down how Plum's scoring, shot creation, and veteran leadership are giving Phoenix a completely different offensive identity following the trade deadline. After a 106-101 win over the Chicago Sky, the Mercury continue to show they have the firepower to compete with anyone in the WNBA.

We also recap every game from Monday night's WNBA action, including:

Las Vegas Aces dominate the Atlanta Dream behind Jackie Young's historic triple-double.

New York Liberty continue rolling as Breanna Stewart, Jonquel Jones, and Sabrina Ionescu power another impressive win over the Seattle Storm.

Phoenix Mercury outlast the Chicago Sky in the highest-scoring game of the night and why Kelsey Plum's impact is becoming more evident every game.

Then we reveal our 2026 Underrated Starting Five featuring players who deserve far more recognition for their impact this season, including Jordin Canada, Rae Burrell, Naz Hillmon, Kayla Thornton, and Li Yueru.

Plus, we wrap up the show with our latest WNBA Power Rankings and discuss which teams are rising, falling, and positioning themselves as true championship contenders.

 

 

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The biggest move of the 2026 WNBA season is here.

Kelsey Plum is heading to the Phoenix Mercury in a blockbuster trade that could completely reshape the championship race. We break down why Phoenix made the move, how Plum fits alongside Alyssa Thomas and Satou Sabally, and whether this deal makes the Mercury legitimate title contenders.

We also recap an incredible weekend across the WNBA:

🏀 Lynx outlast the Fever in a battle of contenders

🏀 Shakira Austin dominates as the Mystics win their fourth straight

🏀 A'ja Wilson and Jackie Young lead the Aces to an overtime victory over the Sky

 

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Las Vegas Aces edge New York Liberty in a dramatic finish shaped by one of the season’s most controversial missed calls. A’ja Wilson drops 33 points while Breanna Stewart passes Candace Parker on the WNBA all-time scoring list—can the Liberty regain momentum, or are the Aces making their move for league dominance? Recapping the drama, spotlighting Jackie Young’s clutch free throws and postseason implications. Key topics: 

🏀 Minnesota Lynx’s scorching nine-game win streak 

🔥 Kamilla Cardoso’s explosive fourth quarter for Chicago Sky 

🚨 Kelsey Plum trade rumors and Los Angeles Sparks uncertainty 

🎯 Kelsey Mitchell’s record-setting scoring run for Indiana Fever 

🤝 Playoff-position battles: Seattle Storm vs. Atlanta Dream, Dallas Wings vs. Washington Mystics

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Atlanta Dream stun Dallas Wings with Allisha Gray's electrifying late-game heroics. Can Atlanta cement their reputation as the WNBA’s best closers? 

🏀 Atlanta Dream’s 82-81 comeback, featuring Allisha Gray and Angel Reese 

🔥 Kahleah Copper’s surge in Phoenix Mercury’s rally over Golden State Valkyries 

🏆 Preview of New York Liberty vs. Las Vegas Aces Commissioner’s Cup Final rematch and injury updates 

📈 Minnesota Lynx’s eight-game win streak and Kiki Rice’s return for the Toronto Tempo 

🔄 Trade deadline buzz 

Don’t miss this in-depth analysis of pivotal games, evolving playoff races, and players who could shift the WNBA landscape before August 2.

 

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Kelsey Plum and Napheesa Collier dominate WNBA trade buzz as the Los Angeles Sparks and Minnesota Lynx weigh critical moves before the August 2nd deadline. Will the Sparks risk losing Plum for nothing, and could the Lynx part with their franchise centerpiece? Big names like Alanna Smith, Betnijah Laney-Hamilton, Aneesah Morrow, and Toronto Tempo’s search for a young post talent keep the rumor mill spinning. Major Topics: 

🏀 Top trade targets and deadline strategies 

🚨 Front office shake-ups and playoff implications 

📈 Can teams retool fast enough for a championship push? 

🔥 Tuesday’s high-scoring games and standout performances (Caitlin Clark, Olivia Miles, Breanna Stewart)

 

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