Girls Who Like Hoops

Tori Nicole
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Welcome to "Girls Who Like Hoops," join us as we dive into the exciting world of hoops from a female perspective. Whether you’re a die-hard fan, a casual observer, or completely new to the game, this podcast is your ultimate companion for all things basketball. This is more than just a basketball podcast. It's a celebration of empowerment, breaking stereotypes, and paving the way for the next generation of female athletes and fans. Tune in to "Girls Who Like Hoops,” whether you're shooting hoops on the court or cheering from the sidelines, this podcast is for every girl who loves the game.

  1. FEB 11

    Unrivaled 1v1 Bracket & Team Analysis

    This week, I discussed my prediction for the Queen of the Court and the 1v1 bracket. I also provided a team-by-team analysis and explained how the trade involving three teams will be beneficial for both players and teams. - Follow me on social media: https://linktr.ee/toriphillips5 Links: https://www.reddit.com/r/Unrivaled/comments/1r0n98v/how_do_trades_work_in_unrivaled/-Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:21 I have a dream ….  01:35 Topics for the week  03:42 Breanna Stewart & Revisionist History  06:11 1st Round Predictions  12:20 2nd Round | Potential Teammate Matchup  16:39 Quarter Finals  18:48 Semi-Finals & Finals  21:18 Injuries, Trades, and Development Pool 27:59 Courtney Williams —> Breeze  29:47 Saniya Rivers —> Vinyl  31:23 Azurá Stevens —> Hive | Rose Speculation  32:30 New look Vinyl  34:45 Rose  37:20 Mist  40:48 Breeze 42:25 Lunar Owls 43:22 Phantom  44:28 Laces

    46 min

  2. JAN 29

    Unrivaled Week 3 Recap

    This week, I discussed the games from week 3 of Unrivaled. What I think set some teams a part from others, coaching tendencies or lack thereof. I lost my voice, but really wanted to make the episode and it's something I feel proud of. I also took the time to talk about stance on the Trump Administration, I.C.E, and the importance of using your voice (even though ironically, I lost mine). I'm linking articles below and if you'd like further information about immigration and the public perception vs the reality please reach out to me. I wrote a paper about it my freshman year of college and a lot of what I learned still holds up. I hope everyone is staying safe and I encourage people to use their platforms and speak out for injustices! - Links: https://apnews.com/article/immigration-enforcement-minnesota-ice-b0cec9d1c5bae4b62469011775082300 https://www.fcnl.org/issues/just-immigration https://www.reuters.com/world/ice-officers-minnesota-directed-not-interact-with-agitators-new-orders-2026-01-29/ - Follow me on social media: https://linktr.ee/toriphillips5 - Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:21 I lost my voice | Why there was no episode last week  02:00 Housekeeping | Social Media & Censorship 03:47 My stance on what’s happening in the U.S.  08:00 Mist vs Rose | Blanket CBA Discussion 13:20 Phantom vs Vinyl | Aliyah Boston vs Brittney Griner foul 18:46 Owls vs Breeze 21:07 Laces vs Hive 27:53 Vinyl vs Mist 33:16 Phantom vs Rose  37:15 I built this bookshelf :)  37:56 Owls vs Hive  39:41 The Hive Coach  46:50 The Lunar Owls aren’t a sustainable team  48:18 Owls vs Hive stats 50:25 Laces vs Breeze  54:28 Week 4 Predictions

    1h 1m

  3. JAN 16

    Unrivaled Week 1 Takeaways — On the Court and Beyond It

    This week I’m breaking down Week 1 of Unrivaled — what stood out, what surprised me, and where some teams clearly have room to grow as the season settles in. I talk through early chemistry, lineup questions, and a few things that feel like they’ll matter more as the weeks go on. - Follow me on social media: https://linktr.ee/toriphillips5 - Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:17 Like, Subscribe, and Comment 01:00 Episode Delay  02:10 Expansion in the WNBA is it comparable to Unrivaled Expansion  06:51 Rose vs Vinyl 10:07 Hive vs Breeze | Where the Hive can improve  15:50 Owls vs Phantom  21:54 Laces vs Mist  25:12 Rose vs Breeze  28:53 Hive vs Vinyl  33:11 Mist vs Phantom | Giving Arike her flowers  37:05 Laces vs Owls  41:00 Prediction for the Week

    44 min

  4. JAN 8

    Unrivaled: Let’s Be Honest About Opening Night

    After a few months away, I’m back behind the mic and diving into Unrivaled. In this episode, I break down Season 2 opening night with a clear, honest lens looking at roster construction, on-court execution, and the early offensive and defensive struggles that stood out. Rather than rushing to conclusions, this episode focuses on what opening night actually reveals, where teams already look comfortable, and where there’s still work to be done. A confident return, a steady reset, and an honest look at Unrivaled moving forward. - Follow me on social media: https://linktr.ee/toriphillips5 - Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:17 Like, Subscribe, and Comment | Addressing the hiatus 01:55 Unrivaled, Project B & other off-season leagues | My thoughts on the criticism  05:52 Opening Day  06:37 Mist vs Hive | Game 1 Analysis  10:50 What I enjoy about 3x3  17:44 Vinyl vs Laces | Game 2 Analysis  25:28 Owls vs Rose | Game 3 Analysis  28:36 Phantom vs Breeze | Game 4 Analysis  32:53 My concern for the Breeze  35:07 More Game 4 Analysis  39:42 Upcoming game predictions

    42 min

  5. 09/22/2025

    Co-DPOY Debate, WNBA Awards & Playoff Breakdown

    Hot takes, deep dives, and bold predictions — everything you need as the postseason heats up. - This week I dive into the WNBA’s end-of-season awards — Rookie of the Year, Most Improved, Coach of the Year, Sixth Player of the Year, and the historic Co-Defensive Player of the Year. I break down the biggest debates, including the narrative around splitting DPOY and what it says about the league. Then, I shift into playoff mode with a deep analysis of each first-round series: Lynx vs. Valkyries, Dream vs. Fever, Mercury vs. Liberty, and Aces vs. Storm. I share why the Atlanta Dream continue to struggle, what Breanna Stewart’s injury means for the Liberty, and why bigs not showing up consistently is becoming a bigger conversation in the league. Finally, I give my semifinal predictions for Lynx vs. Mercury and Aces vs. Fever — and what fans should be watching for as the postseason intensity rises. - Follow me on social media: https://linktr.ee/toriphillips5 - Links: Season Ticket Holder Price Increase: https://www.sportskeeda.com/us/wnba/news-that-s-leonie-s-salary-season-wnba-fans-react-new-york-liberty-season-tickets-price-hike-reaching-astronomical-levels Alanna Smith solo DPOY video: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8SVV9je/ Alanna Smith DPOY montage: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8SVuy86/ My TikTok Discussing A’ja MVP chances after being voted Co-DPOY : https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8SVHacR/

    1h 55m

  6. 09/12/2025

    WNBA Post-Season Predictions

    In this week’s episode, Tori shares her playoff predictions and analysis of the matchups. She also talks about who she’d pick for coach of the year, the MVP race, Defensive player of the year, 6POTY, and who she thinks will make it to the WNBA finals. She also shares her thoughts on media members and their transparency for post-season award votes. And she gives a big shoutout to the Minnesota Lynx and more on this week’s episode. -Follow me on social media: https://linktr.ee/toriphillips5 - Links: https://www.theplayerstribune.com/courtney-williams-wnba-minnesota-lynx-basketball - Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:17 Episode topics  01:29 Thank you for the support  01:58 Minnesota Lynx MERCH HAUL 04:40 Thank you for the community  06:57 Playoff Predictions  08:17 Lynx vs Valkyries  08:57 Coach of the Year  11:10 Muddied Waters of WNBA Media 13:55 A’ja Wilson’s MVP Case 15:49 Alyssa Thomas  17:09 Napheesa Collier 19:06 I hate the discrediting going on in W commentary  23:25 Lynx vs Valkyries | What the Lynx need to win  29:43 Aces vs Storm | Noel Quinn’s future with Storm  36:07 Mercury vs Liberty  37:43 Dream vs Fever  39:27 Semi-Finals Predictions and Matchup Thoughts  42:48 Finals matchup | Lynx vs Aces  45:00 Defensive Player of the Year  48:00 6POTY 49:51 COTY Again & 1st Team  58:07 Teams that didn’t make the playoffs  1:00:00 Kelsey Plum and the Sparks  1:06:23 Wings, Sky, Mystics

    1h 12m

  7. 08/13/2025

    Championship Contenders & The MVP Conversation

    In this week’s episode, Tori briefly touches upon her WNBA end-of-season award predictions and her thoughts on the media votes. She also delves into the recent trades, waivers, and injuries, providing a team-by-team analysis and their chances of making it to the championship.  - Follow me on social media: https://linktr.ee/toriphillips5 - Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:17 Housekeeping | Like, Subscribe, Follow  00:41 Housekeeping | Responsible Degenerates & Unbiased and Unbothered  02:12 Player of the Week : Kayla McBride  02:52 WNBA Season Award Predictions | All-WNBA, MVP, ROTY 06:05 Why it’s hard to have a serious conversation about MVP 12:50 ROTY  15:49 DPOTY Conversation  17:33 Back to my All-WNBA team  20:02 Trades & Waives | Mystics & Sun— Jacy & Aaliyah 23:17 Mystics & Storm | Alysha Clark, Zia, Pick & Slim 30:28 Wings & Lynx | Carrington - Miller, 2027 pick, Samuelson 33:10 Sika Kone, Teaira McCowan, Alissa Pili 35:02 Injuries | Napheesa Collier, Sydney Colson, Aari McDonald  40:06 The Lynx  42:14 There are only 2 real contenders right now  46:57 The Storm  50:38 The Mercury 53:35 The Dream 55:39 The Liberty  59:30 The Fever 1:01:05 The Valkyries  1:03:26 The Aces  1:07:06 The Mystics 1:08:25 The Sparks  1:11:39 The Sky, Wings and Sun

    1h 17m

  8. 07/21/2025

    StudBudz Weekend & Post All-Star Push

    In this week’s episode, Tori delves into the significance of StudBudz on All-Star Weekend, The All-Star Game, and various events. Additionally, we explore the ongoing negotiations between team owners and W players and discuss the crucial steps every team must take to secure a spot in the playoffs after the All-Star break. - Follow me on social media: https://linktr.ee/toriphillips5 - Links: OffBall News : https://www.offball.news/ CBA Negotiation: https://www.si.com/wnba/breaking-down-wnba-players-cba-demand-all-star-game-shirts-go-viral#:~:text=Instead%2C%20they%20are%20lobbying%20for,same%20percentage%20of%20revenue%20shared.%22 Unrivaled : https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/wnba/2025/07/19/unrivaled-juju-watkins-flaujae-johnson/c7b742fe-64cf-11f0-bf70-56d8888ebb94_story.html - Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:17 Housekeeping | Like, Subscribe, Follow  01:28 Tori’s Player of the Week to Watch | Naz Hillmon 02:47 Portland Fire  04:51 CBA Negotiations 07:45 StudBudz 72 Hour Stream  11:38 All-Star Events and Game 14:28 Favorite StudBudz moment | Diplo 16:13 Lynx  25:26 Mercury  29:27 Liberty  30:58 Storm  34:25 Dream  37:11 Fever 39:43 Valkyries  41:28 Aces  43:30 Sky  45:52 Mystics  47:42 Wings  50:24 The Sun ARE THE NEXT BIG THING

    54 min
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Welcome to "Girls Who Like Hoops," join us as we dive into the exciting world of hoops from a female perspective. Whether you’re a die-hard fan, a casual observer, or completely new to the game, this podcast is your ultimate companion for all things basketball. This is more than just a basketball podcast. It's a celebration of empowerment, breaking stereotypes, and paving the way for the next generation of female athletes and fans. Tune in to "Girls Who Like Hoops,” whether you're shooting hoops on the court or cheering from the sidelines, this podcast is for every girl who loves the game.

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  • Creator
    Tori Nicole
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    37
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Tori Nicole
  • Show Website
    Girls Who Like Hoops