Everything we know about Unrivaled, Seattle Storm investigation & WNBA draft lottery results, and NBA storylines
Hoop, there it is!
Today’s episode of The GIST of It is a hoop-tastic basketball three-parter, co-hosted by Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz. First, it’s all eyes on the WNBA, with the Seattle Storm investigating its coaching staff for alleged player mistreatment and the 2025 Draft order finally set.
Then, it’s the Unrivaled explainer you’ve been waiting for, as the brand-new women’s hoops league prepares to draft its 36 inaugural players into teams, plus a couple updates from Athletes Unlimited Basketball, who are making roster moves themselves.
And finally, there’s so much to discuss from the NBA, from LA Laker LeBron James’ continued dominance to the Cleveland Cavaliers’ historic season start. All hoops, all the time.
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A conversation with Napheesa Collier, plus some NWSL & NFL action
Welcome back!
On today’s three-part episode of The GIST of It, co-host Steph Rotz and guest host Lauren Tuiskula are kicking things off with the latest news in football (and fútbol). First up, LT and Steph preview this weekend’s NWSL semifinals as NJ/NY Gotham FC faces the Washington Spirit, followed by the undefeated Orlando Pride taking on the KC Current. Thrilling.
Then, the gals tackle the latest NFL headlines, from the repercussions of Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott’s season-ending injury to what’s ahead for an unbeaten Kansas City Chiefs team.
Then last but not least, we have a very special guest: Minnesota Lynx star and Unrivaled co-founder Napheesa Collier, who chats about her work with OPill and what to expect when Unrivaled tips off in January. Can’t wait.
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How a Trump presidency will affect women’s sports & an NWSL Playoffs preview
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On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz break down how the incoming Trump presidency and Republican Congress will impact athletes in the U.S. with Title IX and trans athletes once again at risk. The fight continues.
Then in part two, the gals kick it to the pitch to preview the NWSL Playoffs before the eight-team quarter-finals kick off tomorrow.
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