Set The Tempo

Tyler Conium
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Set The Tempo with Tyler Conium is a podcast dedicated to the Toronto Tempo and the rise of women’s basketball in Canada. Fresh episodes after every game day, featuring game recaps, player performances, coaching decisions, and league-wide storylines that matter. Smart analysis. Real conversation. A Toronto perspective. This is where the Tempo begins. thesqueezes.substack.com

  1. 4d ago

    Set The Tempo Postgame: Toronto Tempo Fall Just Short vs Dallas as Losing Streak Hits 10

    That was the one. In this episode of Set The Tempo, Tyler Conium reacts to the Toronto Tempo’s 94-88 loss to the Dallas Wings, a game that felt like it could finally break the losing streak — until it slipped away late. Toronto has now lost 10 straight games, but this was one of the more competitive losses of the recent stretch. The Tempo fought back after a rough first quarter, got strong offensive contributions from Marina Mabrey, Laura Yuskaitė and Kia Nurse, and kept Dallas within reach despite being without Julie Allemand and Maria Conde. But the biggest concern came late: Kiki Rice left with a left ankle injury. The good news? It did not appear as serious as her previous ankle injury, and she returned to the bench. 🚨 In this episode: 💔 Tempo Lose 10th Straight * Toronto falls 94-88 in Dallas * Losing streak reaches 10 games * Tempo drop to 10-23 * Game was there for the taking before Dallas closed it out 😬 Kiki Rice Injury Scare * Rice leaves with a left ankle injury * Did not return to the game 🌟 Paige Bueckers Takes Over * Scoreless at halftime * Finishes with 22 points 🔥 Marina Mabrey Keeps Attacking * Found her shooting stroke again * Got to the free throw line seven times 💪 Tempo Bright Spots * Laura Yuskaitė scores 18 and adds 7 rebounds * Izzy Harrison grabs 10 rebounds in the start 📉 One Quarter Hurts Again * Toronto loses the first quarter 27-17 * Tempo won the second and fourth quarters 🚨 Turnovers & Free Throws * Toronto commits 16 turnovers * Dallas commits only 9 🧩 Aneesah Morrow Minutes Watch * Morrow plays 21 minutes * Tyler wonders if she is still dealing with something physically ⏳ Next Up: Indiana Fever at Scotiabank * Toronto gets five days off * Fever come to Scotiabank Arena 📅 Next Game: Toronto Tempo vs Indiana Fever at Scotiabank Arena🎧 New episodes after EVERY Tempo game 📲 Follow @TylerConium🇨🇦 The streak continues — but Toronto finally has a game to build from Let’s Set The Tempo. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thesqueezes.substack.com

    Set The Tempo Postgame: Toronto Tempo Fall Just Short vs Dallas as Losing Streak Hits 10

  2. 6d ago

    Set The Tempo Postgame: Marina Mabrey Drops 36 as Toronto Tempo Lose 9th Straight to Dream

    The losing streak hits nine, but this one had more positives than the last few. In this episode of Set The Tempo, Tyler Conium reacts to Toronto’s 107-95 loss to the Atlanta Dream, as the Tempo fall to 10-22 and Atlanta completes the season-series sweep. Toronto showed real offensive life behind a huge 36-point performance from Marina Mabrey, a strong all-around game from Kiki Rice, and another double-double from Nyara Sabally. But the defense was once again the issue, with Atlanta scoring 107 points and getting 20-plus from Angel Reese, Jordin Canada and Rhyne Howard. With the playoffs essentially gone, Tyler looks at what matters most down the stretch: getting healthy, seeing the future core together, and finally getting Brittney Sykes back on the floor. 🚨 In this episode: 😬 Tempo Lose 9th Straight * Toronto falls 107-95 to Atlanta * Tempo drop to 10-22 * Atlanta sweeps the season series * Toronto has now lost nine straight games 🔥 Marina Mabrey Bounces Back * 36 points * 12-of-19 from the field * 7-of-13 from three * 5 free throw attempts * Looked healthier after two rough games 👀 Kiki Rice Looks Like Kiki Again * 18 points * 5 rebounds * 6 assists * 7-of-11 shooting * Played 30 minutes * Starting to round back into form after the ankle injury 💪 Nyara Sabally Double-Double * 12 points * 12 rebounds * 3 assists * 4 steals * Showing the version of Sabally Toronto hoped to see consistently 📉 Defense Costs Toronto Again * Atlanta scores 107 points * Sandy Brondello: 95 points should usually be enough to win * Poor energy and poor transition defense * Tempo could not contain Atlanta’s top scorers 🧱 Second Quarter Swing * Toronto trailed by only two after the first * Atlanta wins the second quarter 30-17 * Tempo won the third and fourth quarters, but the second quarter created the gap * Another game decided by one disastrous stretch 🏥 Brittney Sykes Update * Sykes has been out since June 16 * Missed nearly two months with a plantar fascia injury * Has progressed to half-court practice * No official return date yet, but Tyler believes she will be back this season 🧩 Future Core Watch Tyler wants to finally see this group healthy together: * Kiki Rice * Marina Mabrey * Brittney Sykes * Aneesah Morrow * Nyara Sabally That lineup may tell Toronto more than lottery positioning alone. 🧠 Draft Lottery vs Health * Toronto remains near the top of the WNBA lottery picture * JuJu Watkins, Hannah Hidalgo and Madison Booker remain the big draft names * Tyler would rather see the Tempo healthy than chase losses * Even falling out of the top three still leaves lottery upside ⏳ Next Up: Dallas Wings * Toronto faces Dallas tomorrow * A loss would make it 10 straight * Last matchup with Dallas went down to the wire * Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd remain must-watch players 📅 Next Game: Toronto Tempo vs Dallas Wings🎧 New episodes after EVERY Tempo game 📲 Follow @TylerConium🇨🇦 The streak is ugly, but the future core is finally getting closer Let’s Set The Tempo. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thesqueezes.substack.com

    Set The Tempo Postgame: Marina Mabrey Drops 36 as Toronto Tempo Lose 9th Straight to Dream

  3. Aug 7

    Set The Tempo Postgame: Toronto Tempo Lose 8th Straight vs Portland Fire | Effort Questions Grow

    It is getting ugly in the Big Smoke. In this episode of Set The Tempo, Tyler Conium reacts to the Toronto Tempo’s 97-83 loss to the Portland Fire, their eighth straight defeat and 12th loss in the last 13 games. Unlike many recent losses, this one cannot simply be blamed on injuries. Brittney Sykes was the only Tempo player listed on the injury report, but Toronto still came out flat, turned the ball over, struggled defensively, missed free throws, and spent much of the night trailing by 20 or more. With just 13 games left in the inaugural season, the conversation is shifting from playoff hope to effort, development, roster evaluation, and what Toronto needs to learn before year two. 🚨 In this episode: 😬 Tempo Lose 8th Straight * Toronto falls 97-83 to Portland * Tempo drop to 10-21 * Toronto has lost 12 of its last 13 games * Portland wins the expansion-team battle 🚨 Effort Becomes the Story * Tyler says this was one of the first games where the Tempo simply did not look engaged * Julie Allemand called the team “passive” after the game 📉 Turnovers & Shooting Problems Continue * Toronto commits 17 turnovers * Tempo shoot 9-of-31 from three 😕 Marina Mabrey Struggles Again * 9 points * 3-of-9 from the field * 3-of-8 from three 🧠 Julie Allemand Plays Well * 11 points * 12 assists 💪 Aneesah Morrow Brings Rebounding * 11 points * 8 rebounds 🔁 Development Mode Has Arrived * Toronto is no longer realistically playing for the playoffs ⏳ Next Up: Atlanta Dream * Toronto gets three days off 📅 Next Game: Toronto Tempo at Atlanta Dream🎧 New episodes after EVERY Tempo game 📲 Follow @TylerConium🇨🇦 The season is not over — but the focus has changed Let’s Set The Tempo. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thesqueezes.substack.com

    Set The Tempo Postgame: Toronto Tempo Lose 8th Straight vs Portland Fire | Effort Questions Grow

  4. Aug 5

    Set The Tempo Postgame: Aneesah Morrow Debuts as Toronto Tempo Lose 7th Straight

    No cold open needed for this one. In this episode of Set The Tempo, Tyler Conium reacts to the Toronto Tempo’s 92-81 loss to the Golden State Valkyries, their seventh straight defeat and second straight loss to Golden State. It was not all bad — Aneesah Morrow made her Toronto Tempo debut, Nyara Sabally led the way with 21 points, and Maria Conde bounced back from deep — but the same issues showed up again: fourth-quarter fatigue, rebounding problems, turnovers, and an offense that still cannot sustain itself for 40 minutes. With Toronto now 10 games under .500 and 14 games left, the conversation shifts from chasing the playoffs to evaluating the roster, developing the young pieces, and figuring out who belongs in the Tempo’s future core. 🚨 In this episode: 😬 Tempo Lose 7th Straight * Toronto falls 92-81 to Golden State * Seventh straight loss * Tempo have now lost 11 of their last 12 games * Second straight loss to the Valkyries 👀 Aneesah Morrow Debuts * Morrow plays 16 minutes off the bench * Scores 8 points 🔥 Nyara Sabally Leads Toronto * 21 points * 6 rebounds 📈 Maria Conde Bounces Back * 5-of-10 from three * Strong response after a rough shooting game last time out 😕 Marina Mabrey Returns, But Looks Rusty * First game back from neck injury * 12 points, 6 assists and 5 rebounds 🧠 Julie Allemand Does the Little Things * 7 points * 8 assists * 4 steals 📉 Same Problems Again * Golden State closes the first half on a 16-4 run * Toronto gets out-rebounded by 13 🌟 Janelle Salaün Keeps Burning Toronto * 21 points off the bench * 61 total points in three games vs the Tempo this season 🔁 Development Over Tanking * Tyler clarifies what “talking tank” means * Not benching everyone or giving up ⏳ Next Up: Portland Fire * Toronto faces the Portland Fire next * Portland beat Toronto 99-80 earlier this season 📅 Next Game: Toronto Tempo vs Portland Fire🎧 New episodes after EVERY Tempo game 📲 Follow @TylerConium🇨🇦 The wins are gone for now — but the future evaluation starts now Let’s Set The Tempo. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thesqueezes.substack.com

    Set The Tempo Postgame: Aneesah Morrow Debuts as Toronto Tempo Lose 7th Straight

  5. Aug 3

    Set The Tempo Postgame: Toronto Tempo Fall to Valkyries 96-79 | Is It Time to Talk Tank?

    Is it time to talk tank? In this episode of Set The Tempo, Tyler Conium reacts to Toronto’s 96-79 loss to the Golden State Valkyries, another tough result that drops the Tempo to 10-19 on the season. Toronto played without Marina Mabrey and newly acquired Aneesah Morrow, while Brittney Sykes remains out. Despite that, the Tempo were competitive through three quarters and even briefly took the lead before running out of gas again in the fourth. The bigger conversation now: with the playoffs nearly out of reach and Toronto sitting near the top of the WNBA draft lottery odds, what should the rest of the season be about? 🚨 In this episode: 😬 Tempo Lose Again * Toronto falls 96-79 to Golden State * Tempo drop to 10-19 * Sixth straight loss * Golden State pulls away with a 29-18 fourth quarter 🏥 Missing Mabrey & Morrow * Marina Mabrey misses the game * Aneesah Morrow does not make her debut yet 👀 Kiki Rice Looks Better * 16 points * 5 rebounds 💪 Nyara Sabally Leads the Way * 19 points * 8 rebounds 📉 Three-Point Shooting Kills Toronto * Tempo shoot 7-of-30 from three * Maria Conde goes 0-of-7 😩 Fourth Quarter Fade Again * Tempo were down just one at halftime * Toronto briefly took the lead in the third 🧱 Rebounding Positive * Toronto outrebounds Golden State 34-26 * Encouraging sign before Aneesah Morrow enters the lineup 🧠 Draft Lottery Talk Begins * Toronto sits third in the Tankathon lottery picture * Connecticut, Chicago/Washington, Toronto and Portland are in the mix 📈 What’s Left to Watch? * Kiki Rice development * Aneesah Morrow’s debut and fit 📅 Next Game: Toronto Tempo at Golden State Valkyries🎧 New episodes after EVERY Tempo game 📲 Follow @TylerConium🇨🇦 The playoffs may be slipping, but the future is getting very interesting Let’s Set The Tempo. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thesqueezes.substack.com

    Set The Tempo Postgame: Toronto Tempo Fall to Valkyries 96-79 | Is It Time to Talk Tank?

  6. Jul 31

    Tempo Trade Alert: Toronto Tempo Acquire Aneesah Morrow From Connecticut Sun

    Breaking news, Tempo fans. In this emergency episode of Set The Tempo, Tyler Conium reacts to the Toronto Tempo making their first in-season trade, acquiring Aneesah Morrow from the Connecticut Sun in exchange for the rights to Maria Klenjakova and a 2028 second-round pick. Toronto needed rebounding. Toronto needed frontcourt help. Toronto needed a young, controllable piece to pair with Kiki Rice, Marina Mabrey and Brittney Sykes. They may have just found exactly that. Morrow, the former seventh overall pick, immediately becomes one of the most important players on the Tempo roster and gives Toronto the rebounding presence they have been missing all season. 🚨 In this episode: 🚨 Toronto Makes Its First In-Season Trade * Tempo acquire Aneesah Morrow from Connecticut * Toronto sends out Maria Klenjakova’s rights and a 2028 second-round pick * No current roster player moved * Tempo keep their 2027 first-round pick 💪 Aneesah Morrow Fits Toronto’s Biggest Need * Averaging 11.5 points * Averaging 9 rebounds * Adds passing, steals and physicality * Immediately becomes Toronto’s best rebounder 🧱 Rebounding Help Has Arrived * Rebounding has been Toronto’s biggest issue all season * Morrow gives the Tempo a physical frontcourt presence * Helps take pressure off Izzy Harrison, Nyara Sabally and Temi Fagbenle * Allows Maria Conde to move back into a more natural role 🔥 Reunited With Marina Mabrey * Morrow played with Marina Mabrey last season in Connecticut * Existing chemistry could help the transition * Gives Mabrey another reliable frontcourt option * Helps build a more defined offensive core 📈 Young, Controlled Contract * Rookie-scale contract * Affordable cap hit * Club option for 2028 * Restricted free agency in 2029 * Exactly the type of team-controlled player an expansion franchise should target 🧠 Tempo Keep Their 2027 First * Toronto avoids moving a pick in a deep 2027 draft * Deal only costs a 2028 second-rounder * Smart value play instead of forcing a bigger move * Tyler explains why this is a “pennies on the dollar” acquisition 👀 New Core Forming? * Kiki Rice * Marina Mabrey * Brittney Sykes * Aneesah Morrow That is starting to look like a real foundation. 🔁 Is This the First Domino? * Does Morrow become an immediate starter? * What happens with Sabally, Harrison and Fagbenle? * Does Maria Conde move back to the bench? * Could Toronto still pursue another frontcourt move? 📅 Next Game: Toronto Tempo at Golden State Valkyries🎧 New episodes after EVERY Tempo game and major Tempo news 📲 Follow @TylerConium🇨🇦 The Tempo finally added rebounding — and they did it without touching their core Let’s Set The Tempo. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thesqueezes.substack.com

    Tempo Trade Alert: Toronto Tempo Acquire Aneesah Morrow From Connecticut Sun

  7. Jul 31

    Set The Tempo Postgame: Toronto Tempo Crushed by Lynx 104-72 | Is the Season Slipping Away?

    What do you say when your team has lost nine of ten? In this episode of Set The Tempo, Tyler Conium reacts to one of the toughest losses of the Toronto Tempo season: a 104-72 blowout loss to the Minnesota Lynx at Scotiabank Arena. Toronto started hot, jumping out to a 12-3 lead, but the good vibes disappeared quickly. The Lynx settled in, dominated the middle quarters, forced 24 Tempo turnovers, grabbed 14 offensive rebounds, and handed Toronto another painful defeat as the trade deadline approaches. The Tempo are now eight games under .500, with the season suddenly feeling like it has shifted from playoff push to future-focused decision-making. 🚨 In this episode: 😬 Tempo Lose by 32 * Toronto falls 104-72 to Minnesota * Tempo have now lost 9 of their last 10 games * Toronto drops eight games under .500 * Rough night in front of a sold-out Scotiabank Arena crowd 📉 Great Start, Ugly Finish * Toronto opens with a 12-3 lead * Tempo lead 19-18 after the first quarter 🚨 Turnovers Decide the Game * Toronto commits 24 turnovers * Minnesota commits only 10 🧱 Rebounding Problems Continue * Minnesota outrebounds Toronto by 12 * Lynx grab 14 offensive rebounds 📊 Rough Nights Across the Board * Laura Yuskaitė leads Toronto with 19 but finishes -27 * Marina Mabrey scores 16 and finishes -28 * Kiki Rice shoots 2-of-9 and finishes -29 🌟 Minnesota Shows Its Depth * Olivia Miles scores 16 * Courtney Williams adds 16 * Napheesa Collier adds 16 🧠 Is It Time to Look Ahead? * Toronto now has the third-worst record in the WNBA * Tyler discusses the Tankathon/draft lottery conversation * JuJu Watkins, Madison Booker, Hannah Hidalgo and other draft names enter the conversation 🔁 Trade Deadline Questions * Reports suggest Toronto may be shopping a future first-round pick * Cameron Brink mentioned as a rumored target 👀 Who Is Part of the Core? * Kiki Rice * Marina Mabrey * Brittney Sykes * Laura Yuskaitė * Izzy Harrison Everyone else? Tyler says he’s open to shopping it. ⏳ Next Up: Golden State Valkyries * Toronto heads out on the road * Back-to-back games in Golden State are next 📅 Next Game: Toronto Tempo at Golden State Valkyries🎧 New episodes after EVERY Tempo game 📲 Follow @TylerConium🇨🇦 The season may be slipping, but the Tempo conversation keeps going Let’s Set The Tempo. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thesqueezes.substack.com

    Set The Tempo Postgame: Toronto Tempo Crushed by Lynx 104-72 | Is the Season Slipping Away?

  8. Jul 29

    Set The Tempo Postgame: Kiki Rice Returns as Toronto Tempo Fall to Lynx 100-93

    Kiki Rice is back — and the Toronto Tempo finally had something positive to build on, even in a loss. In this episode of Set The Tempo, Tyler Conium reacts to Toronto’s 100-93 loss to the Minnesota Lynx, the best team in the WNBA. The Tempo dropped to 10-17, but this was not a blowout or a rock-bottom performance. Toronto fought hard despite still being without Brittney Sykes, Izzy Harrison, Nyara Sabally and Tima Pouye, and nearly made it interesting late before Minnesota pulled away. The story? Kiki Rice returned, Marina Mabrey kept getting to the free throw line, Maria Conde posted a double-double, and Olivia Miles reminded everyone why she looks like the Rookie of the Year. 🚨 In this episode: 👀 Kiki Rice Returns * Rice plays 17 minutes in her first game back * Finished with 4 points, 4 assists and 3 rebounds * Rust was expected after missing significant time * Huge positive just to see her back on the floor 😬 Tempo Fall to the Lynx * Toronto loses 100-93 * Tempo drop to 10-17 * Minnesota improves to 23-6 * Toronto kept it competitive against the WNBA’s best team 🌟 Olivia Miles Puts on a Show * 24 points * 8 assists 🔥 Marina Mabrey Leads Toronto * 25 points * 8-of-8 from the free throw line 💪 Maria Conde Double-Double * 20 points * 10 rebounds 📈 Strong Starter Production * Laura Yuskaitė adds 18 points * Julie Allemand chips in 10 points and 7 assists 🏥 Injuries Still Tell the Story * Brittney Sykes remains out * Izzy Harrison out * Nyara Sabally out with rib issue 📉 One Bad Quarter Cost Them * Toronto led 28-25 after the first * Lynx won the second quarter 28-15 👀 Trade Deadline Talk * Report says Toronto may be shopping a future first-round pick * Tempo could look for a core piece beside Rice and Mabrey ⏳ Next Up: Lynx Rematch at Scotiabank * Toronto gets Minnesota again * Expected sellout crowd in Toronto * Same key question: can the Tempo slow Olivia Miles and Napheesa Collier? 📅 Next Game: Toronto Tempo vs Minnesota Lynx at Scotiabank Arena🎧 New episodes after EVERY Tempo game 📲 Follow @TylerConium🇨🇦 Kiki is back — now the Tempo need to get healthy Let’s Set The Tempo. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thesqueezes.substack.com

    Set The Tempo Postgame: Kiki Rice Returns as Toronto Tempo Fall to Lynx 100-93
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Set The Tempo with Tyler Conium is a podcast dedicated to the Toronto Tempo and the rise of women’s basketball in Canada. Fresh episodes after every game day, featuring game recaps, player performances, coaching decisions, and league-wide storylines that matter. Smart analysis. Real conversation. A Toronto perspective. This is where the Tempo begins. thesqueezes.substack.com

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  • Creator
    Tyler Conium
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    45
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Tyler Conium
  • Show Website
    Set The Tempo

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