Zena, Sabreena, and Ben dig into the latest in the WNBA’s CBA talks, focusing on revenue sharing, before shifting to Team USA training camp and Caitlin Clark’s return to the court. From there, they explore the idea of player loans in NCAA basketball—how it might work, who could benefit, what it could mean for draft stock and teams looking to get over the hump.

We wrap up with a fun look at sports catchphrases and nicknames that have caught our attention and shaped branding and marketing across the sports world.

REFERENCES:

Caitlin Clark makes Team USA debut at camp, says she’s back to full health by Sabreena Merchant

Angel Reese says she plans to return to the Chicago Sky for third season by Sabreena Merchant

Caitlin Clark stresses importance of salvaging 2026 WNBA season in CBA negotiations by Sabreena Merchant 

WNBA players’ proposal more than double revenue share proposed by league: Sources by Ben Pickman

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