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. 2h ago

    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?

  2. 2d ago

    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

  3. 3d ago

    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?

  4. 5d ago

    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

  5. Jul 21

    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

  6. 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

  7. 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

  8. 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!
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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
    41
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Tyler Conium
  • Show Website
    Set The Tempo

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