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. 6d ago

    Set The Tempo Postgame: Toronto Tempo Crushed by Las Vegas Aces 109-83 | All-Star Break Reality Check

    The first half ends on a sour note. In this episode of Set The Tempo, Tyler Conium reacts to Toronto’s 109-83 loss to the Las Vegas Aces, a 26-point defeat that sends the Tempo into the WNBA All-Star break at 10-16. Toronto closed its massive nine-game homestand at just 2-7, with games spread across Coca-Cola Coliseum, Scotiabank Arena and the Bell Centre in Montreal. Injuries remain a major part of the story, but against the defending champions, all of Toronto’s first-half issues showed up again: defense, depth, frontcourt health, Kia Nurse’s struggles and the absence of key players. The bright spot? Izzy Harrison delivered a huge performance with 26 points and 11 rebounds against one of the toughest frontcourts in the league. 🚨 In this episode: 😬 Tempo Get Blown Out by Vegas * Toronto loses 109-83 * Aces score 100+ again * Tempo lose all four quarters * Toronto heads into the All-Star break on a rough note 📉 2-7 Homestand * Nine-game homestand ends in disappointment * Games played across Toronto and Montreal * Tempo lose seven of their last eight * A missed chance to build momentum before the break 🏀 A’ja Wilson Dominates * 26 points * 6 rebounds * 4 assists * 4 blocks * Team-high +24 * Toronto had no real answer inside 💪 Izzy Harrison Shines * 26 points * 11 rebounds * 8-of-11 shooting * 9-of-10 from the free throw line * One of Toronto’s best individual performances of the homestand 🏥 Injury Issues Still Define Toronto * Nyara Sabally misses the game with a rib injury * Kiki Rice still out * Brittney Sykes still out * Tempo hope the All-Star break helps reset the roster 🚨 Sandy Brondello Suspension * Brondello missed the game due to suspension * Tyler gives his reaction to the situation * Tempo players and Becky Hammon defended Brondello publicly * Another strange layer to an already difficult game 📊 First-Half Reality Check * Toronto is 10-16 * Expansion-team context still matters * Early playoff hopes have faded during the injury stretch * Second half needs to be about health, development and decisions 👀 Second-Half Questions * What does Kiki Rice look like when she returns? * Can Brittney Sykes get healthy? * Is Izzy Harrison part of the long-term core? * Should Toronto explore trades or draft-pick moves? * What happens with Kia Nurse, Julie Allemand and Temi Fagbenle? ⭐ Marina Mabrey Heads to All-Star Weekend * Mabrey becomes Toronto’s first-ever All-Star * She’ll suit up for Team Coop * Huge moment for the franchise despite the rough stretch * Tempo fans still have something to celebrate during the break 📅 Next Game: WNBA All-Star Game / Toronto Tempo return after the break vs Minnesota Lynx🎧 New episodes after EVERY Tempo game 📲 Follow @TylerConium🇨🇦 Tough first half, but the Toronto Tempo community keeps growing 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 Las Vegas Aces 109-83 | All-Star Break Reality Check

  2. Jul 18

    Set The Tempo Postgame: Toronto Tempo Lose 111-92 to Atlanta Dream | Toughness Needed Before All-Star Break

    Another tough night against Atlanta. In this episode of Set The Tempo, Tyler Conium reacts to the Toronto Tempo’s 111-92 loss to the Atlanta Dream, dropping Toronto to 0-3 against Atlanta this season and marking their sixth loss in the last seven games. The Tempo were right there at halftime, trailing by just one, but Atlanta took over in the second half with a 29-19 third quarter and a 34-26 fourth quarter. The injuries remain a major part of the story — Kiki Rice and Brittney Sykes remain out until at least after the All-Star break, while Niara Sabally left again after taking contact to the ribs. But beyond the injuries, Toronto simply needed more toughness, cleaner possessions and a better response to Atlanta’s physicality. 🚨 In this episode: 😬 Tempo Lose Another One * Toronto falls 111-92 to Atlanta * Tempo are now 0-3 against the Dream this season * Toronto has lost six of its last seven games * Atlanta remains the top team in the Eastern Conference 📉 Second Half Collapse * Toronto trailed only 48-47 at halftime * Atlanta won the third quarter by 10 🏥 Injury Problems Continue * Niara Sabally leaves with a rib issue * Sabally has played 18 of 25 games but continues battling injuries * Kiki Rice and Brittney Sykes remain out until after the All-Star break * Temi Fagbenle returns from concussion protocol 🔥 Marina Mabrey Responds * 26 points * 7-of-12 from the field 💪 Atlanta’s Stars Take Over * Naz Hillmon leads Atlanta with 24 points * Angel Reese adds 23 points and 12 rebounds 🧱 Tempo Need More Toughness * Atlanta grabbed 11 offensive rebounds * Dream finished with 28 assists * Atlanta forced 20 Toronto turnovers 📊 Kia Nurse Shows Signs * Better defensive effort * 6 points, 1 assist and 1 steal 🧠 Same Story, Different Night * Injuries remain the biggest issue * Toronto is playing the toughest part of the schedule * The team badly needs the All-Star break * Getting Rice and Sykes back could still change the second half of the season ⏳ Next Up: Las Vegas Aces * First-ever matchup with Vegas in Tempo franchise history * A’ja Wilson, Jackie Young, Chelsea Gray and Jewell Loyd loom 📅 Next Game: Toronto Tempo vs Las Vegas Aces🎧 New episodes after EVERY Tempo game 📲 Follow @TylerConium🇨🇦 The Tempo are hurting, but there is still a second-half story to tell 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 111-92 to Atlanta Dream | Toughness Needed Before All-Star Break

  3. Jul 15

    Set The Tempo Postgame: Toronto Tempo Hit Rock Bottom in 79-62 Loss to Mystics

    From a season high in Montreal to a season low against Washington. In this episode of Set The Tempo, Tyler Conium reacts to Toronto’s ugly 79-62 loss to the Washington Mystics, the lowest-scoring game in Tempo franchise history. After the emotional win over the New York Liberty, Toronto came out flat against a Mystics team that has now beaten them three times this season. The Tempo shot just 35% from the field, went 7-of-26 from three, attempted only 10 free throws, and were crushed on the glass 56-36. Washington’s size, physicality and rim protection once again overwhelmed Toronto — led by huge games from Kiki Iriafen and Shakira Austin. 🚨 In this episode: 😬 Worst Offensive Game of the Season * Toronto loses 79-62 * Lowest scoring output in Tempo franchise history * Tempo fall to four games under .500 * Washington improves to 3-0 against Toronto 🧱 Mystics Dominate the Glass * Washington out-rebounds Toronto 56-36 * Mystics grab 18 offensive rebounds 💪 Kiki Iriafen & Shakira Austin Take Over * Kiki Iriafen: 25 points, 14 rebounds * Shakira Austin: 17 points, 10 rebounds * Combined for 42 points and 24 rebounds 📉 Marina Mabrey Gets Smothered * 3-of-13 from the field * 0 free throw attempts 🏀 No Transition Game * Toronto finished with zero transition points 🏥 Waiting on Sykes & Rice * Brittney Sykes remains out * Kiki Rice remains out 🧠 No, This Team Should Not Tank * Why tanking in year one sends the wrong message * Why Sandy Brondello, Mabrey, Sykes and Rice are not built for that ⏳ Next Up: Atlanta Dream * Another tough matchup coming * Angel Reese and Atlanta have already beaten Toronto twice 📅 Next Game: Toronto Tempo vs Atlanta Dream🎧 New episodes after EVERY Tempo game 📲 Follow @TylerConium🇨🇦 A rough night — but the season is not over 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 Hit Rock Bottom in 79-62 Loss to Mystics

  4. Jul 13

    Set The Tempo Postgame: Toronto Tempo Stun New York Liberty 93-91 | Sabally Wins It in Montreal!

    Dubs in Montreal. In this episode of Set The Tempo, Tyler Conium reacts to Toronto’s massive 93-91 win over the New York Liberty, snapping a four-game losing streak and giving Montreal fans a thriller. The Tempo led by as many as 20 points in the third quarter, nearly gave it all away late, but survived behind a clutch bucket from Nyara Sabally and a huge bounce-back performance from Marina Mabrey. Toronto was still without Brittney Sykes, Kiki Rice and Temi Fagbenle, but Sandy Brondello rode the starters, Mabrey got to the free throw line, Laura Yuskaitė stayed hot, and the Tempo found a way against one of the WNBA’s best teams. 🚨 In this episode: 🇨🇦 Dubs in Montreal * Toronto beats New York 93-91 * Tempo snap a four-game losing streak * Huge win in front of a record-setting Montreal crowd * Toronto improves to 10-13 🏀 Nyara Sabally Wins It * Sabally comes off the bench and plays 26 minutes * Hits the late bucket to give Toronto the win 🔥 Marina Mabrey Bounces Back * 30 points * 9-of-19 from the field * 9-of-11 from the free throw line 📈 Laura Yuskaitė Keeps Rolling * 18 points * 7-of-8 shooting * 4 rebounds and 3 assists * Back-to-back strong games after a career-high 25 💪 Starters Carry the Load * Mabrey plays 35 minutes * Julie Allemand plays 34 😳 Shoe Ejection Swing * Betnijah Laney-Hamilton ejected after throwing Jonquel Jones’ shoe 😬 Fourth Quarter Almost Got Away * Toronto led by 20 in the third * Liberty stormed back late ⭐ Liberty Stars Still Showed Up * Sabrina Ionescu scores 28 * Breanna Stewart adds 22 and 8 ⏳ Next Up: Washington Mystics * Tempo have lost to Washington twice already * Sonia Citron, Shakira Austin, Kiki Iriafen and Lauren Betts loom 📅 Next Game: Toronto Tempo vs Washington Mystics🎧 New episodes after EVERY Tempo game 📲 Follow @TylerConium🇨🇦 The losing streak is over — and Montreal got a classic 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 Stun New York Liberty 93-91 | Sabally Wins It in Montreal!

  5. Jul 9

    Set The Tempo Postgame: Toronto Tempo Fall to Valkyries 83-75 | Injuries Keep Mounting

    The losses are piling up — and so are the injuries. In this episode of Set The Tempo, Tyler Conium reacts to Toronto’s 83-75 loss to the Golden State Valkyries, as the hottest team in the WNBA extended its winning streak to six games. Toronto led after the first quarter and even carried a lead into the fourth, but once again ran out of gas late. The bigger concern? Nyara Sabally left after just seven minutes with a knee injury, joining Brittney Sykes, Kiki Rice and Temi Fagbenle on Toronto’s growing injury list. The Tempo are now 9-12, and while the effort is still there, the margin for error is getting smaller by the game. 🚨 In this episode: 😬 Tempo Drop Another One * Toronto loses 83-75 to Golden State * Tempo fall to 9-12 * Valkyries win their sixth straight game * Toronto led entering the fourth but could not close 🏥 Nyara Sabally Injury Concern * Sabally exits after just seven minutes 💪 Izzy Harrison Steps Up * 24 points * 8 rebounds * 10-of-17 shooting ⭐ Marina Mabrey Gets All-Star Recognition * Mabrey becomes Toronto’s first-ever All-Star 🔥 Golden State’s Bench Wins It * Janelle Salaun scores 26 off the bench * Kaitlyn Chen adds 16 * Kayla Thornton nearly posts a double-double 📉 Fourth Quarter Problems Continue * Toronto led after three quarters * Golden State wins the fourth 26-16 😕 Kia Nurse Conversation Continues * 8 points in 15 minutes * Still finished -11 🧠 Winning Culture vs Tanking * Why Tyler is not interested in tanking * Why building a competitive culture still matters ⏳ Next Up: Dallas Wings in Montreal * Tempo head to Montreal for a huge matchup 📅 Next Game: Toronto Tempo vs Dallas Wings in Montreal🎧 New episodes after EVERY Tempo game 📲 Follow @TylerConium🇨🇦 The Tempo are injured, exhausted, but still fighting 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 83-75 | Injuries Keep Mounting

  6. Jul 5

    Set The Tempo Postgame: Toronto Tempo Fall to Dallas Wings 89-76 | Paige Bueckers Shines

    The injury-depleted Toronto Tempo ran into Paige Bueckers and the Dallas Wings — and it showed. In this episode of Set The Tempo, Tyler Conium reacts to Toronto’s 89-76 loss to the Dallas Wings, the first episode recorded from the East Coast of Canada. Toronto was already without Brittney Sykes and Kiki Rice, then had late scratches with Julie Allemand and Temi Fagbenle also missing the game. That left the Tempo extremely thin against a talented Dallas team led by Paige Bueckers, Azzi Fudd and Jessica Shepard. The result? A tough 13-point loss, but one that also needs context. 🚨 In this episode: 😬 Tempo Fall to Dallas * Toronto loses 89-76 * Tempo struggle early and fall behind after the first quarter * Another loss during the toughest stretch of the schedule 🌟 Paige Bueckers Puts on a Show * Showed why she is already one of the WNBA’s most exciting stars 🏥 Injuries Keep Defining the Season * Brittney Sykes still out * Kiki Rice still out * Julie Allemand scratched late * Temi Fagbenle also out 📉 Conde & Pouye Struggle in Expanded Roles * Maria Conde and Tima Pouye step into the starting lineup * Combined 2-of-16 from the field 🔥 Marina Mabrey Still Leads the Way * Team-high 19 points * Tried to attack more inside and not just settle from three * Dallas was able to key in on her without Sykes, Rice and Allemand 💪 Nyara Sabally Fills the Box Score * 14 points 🏀 Dallas Controls the Boards * Jessica Shepard posts 14 points and 15 rebounds 🧱 Kia Nurse Discussion Continues * 12 points off the bench * Still extremely shot-happy ⏳ Next Up: Golden State Valkyries * Toronto faces last year’s expansion team next * Golden State brings one of the best defenses in the WNBA 📅 Next Game: Toronto Tempo vs Golden State Valkyries🎧 New episodes after EVERY Tempo game 📲 Follow @TylerConium🇨🇦 The Tempo need to weather the storm and 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: Toronto Tempo Fall to Dallas Wings 89-76 | Paige Bueckers Shines

  7. Jun 27

    Set The Tempo Postgame: Toronto Tempo Fall to Mercury 89-80 Without Marina Mabrey

    The Toronto Tempo were already shorthanded — and then they lost The Chef. In this episode of Set The Tempo, Tyler Conium reacts to Toronto’s 89-80 loss to the Phoenix Mercury at Scotiabank Arena, a game defined by who wasn’t on the floor. Just two days after tying the WNBA single-game scoring record with 53 points, Marina Mabrey missed the game with neck spasms, joining Brittney Sykes and Kiki Rice on the injury list. Without their three-headed offensive engine, Toronto still had chances, but could not get enough stops or enough shot creation late. 🚨 In this episode: 😬 Tempo Lose Without Mabrey * Toronto falls 89-80 to Phoenix * Marina Mabrey misses the game with neck spasms * Tempo drop back to .500 * Rough timing after Mabrey’s historic 53-point night 🏥 Injuries Are Defining the Season * Mabrey out with neck spasms * Brittney Sykes still out * Kiki Rice still out * Toronto missing its top three offensive weapons 🧠 Julie Allemand Steps Up * 11 points * 10 assists * 7 rebounds * Second straight double-double * More aggressive as a shooter and passer without Mabrey 📈 Tima Pouye Has Her Best Tempo Game * 13 points * 4 assists * +6 off the bench * Best performance since joining Toronto * One of the few real positives from the loss 😬 Kia Nurse Starts, But Concerns Continue * Starts in place of Mabrey * Scores 12 points * Still finishes -18 * Shot-heavy minutes continue to hurt the offensive flow 🧱 Frontcourt Couldn’t Take Over * Niara Sabally finishes with 14 points * Isabelle Harrison adds playmaking and energy 🔥 Phoenix Gets the Big Plays * Kahleah Copper leads the Mercury with 27 📉 Fourth Quarter Slips Away * Toronto led by two at halftime ⏳ Next Up: Dallas Wings After the Break * Tempo now off until July 5 * Dallas, Golden State, New York, Washington, Atlanta, Vegas and Minnesota all looming 📅 Next Game: Toronto Tempo vs Dallas Wings🎧 New episodes after EVERY Tempo game 📲 Follow @TylerConium🇨🇦 The Tempo need rest, health and answers before July 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 Mercury 89-80 Without Marina Mabrey

  8. Jun 26

    Set The Tempo Postgame: Marina Mabrey Ties WNBA Record With 53 Points as Toronto Tempo Crush Spark!

    What a birthday present from The Chef. In this episode of Set The Tempo, Tyler Conium reacts to one of the greatest performances in WNBA history as Marina Mabrey ties the WNBA single-game scoring record with 53 points in Toronto’s massive 125-97 win over the Los Angeles Sparks. Mabrey was unstoppable, finishing with: 🔥 53 points🔥 17-of-28 from the field🔥 9 made threes🔥 10-of-12 from the free throw line🔥 6 rebounds🔥 +36 With Brittney Sykes and Kiki Rice still out, Toronto needed a statement — and Mabrey delivered one of the best games the league has ever seen. 🚨 In this episode: 🔥 Marina Mabrey Makes WNBA History * Record-tying 53 points * Career high in points * Career high in made threes * One of the best individual performances in WNBA history * Why Mabrey belongs in the All-Star conversation — and maybe the MVP conversation 💥 Toronto Blows Out LA * Tempo beat the Sparks 125-97 * Toronto gets back to 9-9 * Most complete game since losing Sykes and Rice * Huge confidence boost before a difficult July schedule 🧠 Julie Allemand Masterclass * 13 points * 14 assists * 4-of-4 from the field * 3-of-3 from three * Controlled the offense and kept feeding Mabrey 💪 Laura Yuskaitė Double-Double * 10 points * 12 rebounds * Massive work on the glass * Helped Toronto dominate the rebounding battle 📈 Role Players Step Up * Maria Conde adds 13 points * Izzy Harrison chips in 9 points and 6 rebounds * Temi Fagbenle adds 6 rebounds in 20 minutes * Toronto finally gets a complete team effort around Mabrey 🏀 Sparks Shorthanded * LA played without Kelsey Plum * Cameron Brink also out * Dearica Hamby and Nneka Ogwumike still both scored 21 * Toronto handled business against the team in front of them 📊 Tempo Dominate the Box Score * 51% from the field * 57-36 rebounding edge * 15 offensive rebounds * 26 assists * Only 10 turnovers * 125 total points ⭐ All-Star Voting Push * Mabrey needs to be an All-Star * Sykes, Kiki Rice and Sabally still deserve votes * Last chance to make the Tempo heard ⏳ Next Up: Phoenix Mercury at Scotiabank Arena * Huge game at Scotiabank * Toronto has a chance to go above .500 * Long homestand continues * July schedule gets very difficult after Phoenix 📅 Next Game: Toronto Tempo vs Phoenix Mercury🎧 New episodes after EVERY Tempo game 📲 Follow @TylerConium🇨🇦 Chef Mabrey just gave Toronto a night to remember 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 Ties WNBA Record With 53 Points as Toronto Tempo Crush Spark!
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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
    37
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Tyler Conium
  • Show Website
    Set The Tempo

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