Hoops 360

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Hoops 360 dishes out the most compelling storylines from across the world of women’s basketball from can’t-miss matchups and breakout performances to historic milestones and rising stars. Join Caroline Fenton, Isis "Ice" Young & Cassandra Negley as they take listeners courtside and beyond, meshing expert analysis with bold hot takes, while also highlighting the most memorable off-the-court moments. Covering every league, every level, and every play that matters, Hoops 360 is your all-access pass to women’s basketball, all year round.

  1. 23h ago

    Will WNBA All-Star be overshadowed by league-wide issues? All-time greats help celebrate 30 years + key players to watch

    Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton and women’s basketball writer Cassandra Negley preview the 2026 WNBA All-Star Weekend, breaking down the biggest storylines and must-watch moments. They highlight the weekend’s main events, including the Shooting Stars competition, the 3-Point Contest and the WNBA All-Star Game, while discussing which players are poised to steal the spotlight. From first-time All-Stars to seasoned veterans, who should fans watch most closely? The duo also examines the league-wide issues looming over the festivities, including concerns about officiating, online harassment and growing tensions in player discourse. Can the excitement and star power of the 2026 WNBA All-Star Weekend overshadow the issues that have defined much of the season, or will those storylines continue to dominate the conversation? 00:43 - WNBA All-Star Weekend Preview: What to know heading into this weekend? 02:34 - What's significant about All-Star being in Chicago? 09:48 - What to make of Shooting Stars & 3-Point Contest invitation drama? 20:09 - Will larger, league-wide issues overshadow All-Star Weekend? 29:09 - How does this year's All-Star differ from 2025? 33:27 - What are you most excited for this weekend? Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network

  2. Jul 16

    Paige Bueckers on Wings’ newfound winning culture, Adam Silver’s advisement to Cathy Engelbert + midseason awards predictions!

    Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton and women’s basketball writer Cassandra Negley break down reports that NBA commissioner Adam Silver advised WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert on how to respond to the Alyssa Thomas–Caitlin Clark incident. They discuss Engelbert's "unenviable" position and whether Silver's involvement was appropriate. The duo also revisit their preseason awards picks with updated midseason predictions, highlighting the biggest surprises, breakout teams, and players who have exceeded expectations through the first half of the season. Plus, Dallas Wings guard and two-time WNBA All-Star Paige Bueckers joins the show to discuss the team's progress this season, the culture first-year head coach Jose Fernandez has built, and what has fueled the Wings' recent success.   TIMECODES: 01:58 - Adam Silver's advisement to Cathy Engelbert on Alyssa Thomas suspension 13:49 - Hit or Miss?: Preseason awards predictions 32:16 - Midseason awards predictions: MVP, ROY, COY, DPOY & 6th player 34:56 - Paige Bueckers joins Hoops 360! 46:16 - Must-watch upcoming matchups Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network

  3. Jul 1

    New York Liberty are Commissioner’s Cup Champs! Unpacking Alyssa Thomas-Caitlin Clark drama + Cass’ WNBA All-Star ballot revealed

    Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton and women’s basketball writer Cassandra Negley react to the 2026 Commissioner’s Cup Championship, where the New York Liberty defeated the Las Vegas Aces, 93-85. They break down standout performances from Sabrina Ionescu and Breanna Stewart and discuss how the game may have unfolded differently if A’ja Wilson hadn’t been sidelined by injury. The duo also unpacks the bigger picture of the Alyssa Thomas and Caitlin Clark drama. Did Alyssa’s comments calling out the league and WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert spark more controversy? Plus, with WNBA All-Star Weekend just around the corner, Cass reveals her All-Star ballot and explains her picks, featuring stars like Olivia Miles, Caitlin Clark, A’ja Wilson, and more. 01:09 - WNBA Commissioner's Cup Championship breakdown: Liberty take down Aces, 93-85 14:46 - How has the Alyssa Thomas-Caitlin Clark drama escalated? 29:02 - 2026 WNBA All-Star: How are All-Star rosters decided? 34:29 - 2026 WNBA All-Star: Who made Cass' ballot? 50:13 - Upcoming must-watch matchups Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network

  4. Jun 24

    Caitlin Clark & Fever scuffle with Mercury, WNBA’s 30th Anniversary buzzer-beater + Commissioner’s Cup Championship: Aces or Liberty?

    Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton and women’s basketball writer Cassandra Negley break down the heated on-court scuffle between the Indiana Fever and Phoenix Mercury. Did Caitlin Clark deserve her fifth technical foul of the season? And what should fans make of the flurry of technicals assessed to several star players during the tense matchup? Caroline and Cass also celebrate the official start of the WNBA’s 30th anniversary season, highlighted by a thrilling game-winner from Nneka Ogwumike that lifted the Los Angeles Sparks to a dramatic 98–97 victory over the New York Liberty. They reflect on the league’s remarkable growth and point out former WNBA players who helped pave the way for today’s success. Plus, a preview of the 2026 WNBA Commissioner’s Cup Championship showdown between the Las Vegas Aces and New York Liberty. Which team will become the first in league history to win the Commissioner’s Cup twice?   TIMECODES: 01:56 - Takeaways from Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever's scuffle with the Phoenix Mercury 19:09 - Highlighting the official tip off to the WNBA's 30th season: Sparks take down Liberty 98-97 with buzzer beater 29:37 - 2026 WNBA Commissioner's Cup preview: Las Vegas Aces vs. New York Liberty... are we surprised? 38:14 - Must-watch upcoming matchups Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network

  5. Jun 17

    Commissioner’s Cup check-in, Nneka Ogwumike on the CBA coming to fruition & New York Liberty’s surge explained

    Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton is joined by WNBA reporter, writer and podcaster Jackie Powell who dishes out the latest updates on all things Commissioner’s Cup. The duo dive into the New York Liberty’s unbeaten run through the Eastern Conference and debate who will emerge from the West: the Minnesota Lynx or the Las Vegas Aces. Plus, 10x WNBA All-Star, WNBA champion, president of the WNBPA and LA Sparks forward Nneka Ogwumike joins the show! She discusses why she decided to return to the LA Sparks, her experience watching the new CBA she fought for come to life and opens up about what it’s like playing with teammate Kelsey Plum. Who do you have winning the 2026 Commissioner’s Cup Championship? Let us know in the comments!  01:40 - What does the schedule expansion to 50 games in 2027 mean for the WNBA? 05:43 - 2026 WNBA Commissioner's Cup check-in: The West 20:37 - 2026 WNBA Commissioner's Cup check-in: The East 33:35 - What could cause Liberty to fall short of a WNBA championship? 40:15 - Nneka Ogwumike joins Hoops 360! 55:20 - Must-watch upcoming matchups Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network

  6. Jun 9

    Biggest surprises from WNBA season so far: Lynx thrive without Phee, Liberty surge, Sparks & Mercury continue to struggle

    Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton and women basketball writer Cassandra Negley break down some of the biggest surprises of the WNBA season so far - for better or for worse. The Minnesota Lynx’s ability to stay on top continues to impress, while the Los Angeles Sparks are still searching for answers on the defensive end. The duo also takes a closer look at the Dallas Wings and New York Liberty, two teams that have found their momentum, and examines where things stand for the Phoenix Mercury and Washington Mystics. Plus, A’ja Wilson’s record-breaking performance on her way to 6,000 career points headlines this week’s Spotlight of the Week.   TIMECODES: 01:46 - Good: Minnesota Lynx still on top even without Napheesa Collier 06:25 - Good: Dallas Wings have turned things around for the better 09:21 - Good: New York Liberty are on track despite injuries 15:22 - Bad: Phoenix Mercury going from 2025 finals to bottom of standings 18:10 - Bad: Sparks having no defensive spark 25:47 - Bad: Young Mystics lacking consistent success without vets 32:33 - Spotlight of the Week: A'ja Wilson 34:24 - Spotlight of the Week: Connecticut Sun retire Jonquel Jones #35 36:11 - Must-watch matchups Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network

  7. Jun 3

    WNBA Temperature Check! Can the Fever smooth out their bumpy start? Lynx are red hot and are the Liberty experiencing growing pains?

    Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton and ESPN women’s basketball writer Kareem Copeland dish out an early-season temperature check on notable teams in the WNBA. What did Caitlin Clark and Stephanie White’s sideline clash really mean for the Indiana Fever? Can anyone slow down the red-hot Minnesota Lynx? And are the New York Liberty experiencing early-season growing pains? Plus, the 2026 Commissioner's Cup is officially underway. Caroline breaks down everything you need to know about this year's tournament, including the top contenders, what's at stake, the connection to playoff positioning, and the prize money on the line. Who do you have winning this year’s Commissioner’s Cup? Let us know in the comments!   TIMECODES: 01:42 - Indiana Fever: What did Caitlin Clark, Stephanie White exchange really mean? 10:18 - Indiana Fever's Lexie Hull on Caitlin Clark and Stephanie White exchange 17:29 - New York Liberty: Are the Liberty experiencing early-season growing pains? 21:57 - Minnesota Lynx: How do the Lynx stay on top even without Napheesa Collier? 32:26 - Portland Fire: Are the Fire exceeding expectations? 44:36 - Everything you need to know about the 2026 WNBA Commissioner's Cup 46:46 - Upcoming games to watch Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network

  8. May 20

    Caitlin Clark is SO back! Jose Fernandez + Paige Bueckers on ‘selfishness’ & will Chicago’s hot start be spoiled by injury?

    Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton and women basketball writer Cassandra Negley run through all the big moments they liked and disliked this past week in the WNBA: Caitlin Clark continuing to carry the Indiana Fever, whether injuries could derail the Chicago Sky’s hot start, and if it was too early for Dallas Wings head coach Jose Fernandez to call his locker room “selfish.” Plus, with the league’s new CBA in place and player salaries rising dramatically, Cass takes a closer look at how WNBA players are approaching wealth management, saving, and spending. We also hear from Portland Fire head coach Alex Sarama, who discusses managing expectations and building a culture for an expansion franchise in its inaugural season. What stood out to you this week in the WNBA? TIMECODES: 02:25 - Caitlin Clark is BACK back 05:59 - Did Dallas Wings' HC Jose Fernandez's 'selfishness' comments come too soon in the season? 13:06 - Olivia Miles' incredible start to her rookie season 14:48 - How will Rickea Jackson's injury impact the winning Chicago Sky? 18:34 - A'ja Wilson and the Las Vegas Aces are just so good 21:17 - How are players saving and spending their higher WNBa salaries? 31:29 - Portland Fire HC Alex Sarama speaks about building a culture and identity in Portland's inaugural year 39:53 - Spotlight Moments of the Week: The Atlanta Dream, Brittney Sykes & Marina Mabrey 45:42 - Upcoming must-watch matchups Subscribe to Hoops 360 on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network

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Hoops 360 dishes out the most compelling storylines from across the world of women’s basketball from can’t-miss matchups and breakout performances to historic milestones and rising stars. Join Caroline Fenton, Isis "Ice" Young & Cassandra Negley as they take listeners courtside and beyond, meshing expert analysis with bold hot takes, while also highlighting the most memorable off-the-court moments. Covering every league, every level, and every play that matters, Hoops 360 is your all-access pass to women’s basketball, all year round.

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    Yahoo Sports
  • Creator
    Yahoo Sports
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    45
  • Rating
    Explicit
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