Dynasty on deck.

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One more win and the Las Vegas Aces become the WNBA’s third dynasty with their third title in four years.

In a season that saw them wrestle with mediocrity, winning is still what they do.

🔗: http://dlvr.it/TNZPK2

The Aces Are Up. Can the Mercury Knock Them Down?

new pod! the GOAT @thompsonscribe.bsky.social
joined to talk about the GOAT doing GOAT things, the tortured plight of Alyssa Thomas, more Finals stuff. We also discussed his reporting on Cathy Engelbert’s precarious job status

open.spotify.com/episode/3XbY...

His first real job was as Steve Kerr’s special assistant.

After nine years and six trips with the Warriors, soaking in lessons from Hall of Famers, Nick U’Ren is back in the Finals.

This time, he’s home.

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His first real job was as Steve Kerr’s special assistant.

After nine years and six trips with the Warriors, soaking in lessons from Hall of Famers, Nick U’Ren is back in the Finals.

This time, he’s home.

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The levels of A’ja Wilson

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The levels of A’ja Wilson

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🚨EMERGENCY POD🚨

#WarriorsPlusMinus It’s finally over. Jonathan Kuminga signs. @samamick.bsky.social joins us to discuss the end of the saga and what it means.

With @timkawakami.bsky.social

Apple: apple.co/46TS7Un
Spotify: bit.ly/4nx3o49

#WarriorsPlusMinus Getting ready for Media Day. Will Jonathan Kuminga be signed? Who will steal the show? With @timkawakami.bsky.social

Apple: apple.co/4gHjbuh

Spotify: bit.ly/4gD0gAO

Noah Lyles gets No. 4. Melissa Jefferson-Wooden gets the double. And the success of American sprinting continues.

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USA has a new sprint star.

Melissa Jefferson-Wooden blew away the field in the 200. She becomes the first American woman to win gold in the 100 and 200 at the World Championships

Curry Headed for Top-5 All-Time? / Kawhi Fallout Podcast Episode · Warriors Plus Minus: A show about the Golden State Warriors · 09/11/2025 · 48m

New "Warriors Plus-Minus" with @thompsonscribe.bsky.social -- Curry headed to top-5 all-time? Kuminga countdown, and what's the likely Kawhi fallout? (Correct links)
-Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/0EYT...
-Apple: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

At the end of the Valkyries’ dream season: heartbreak.

This might be a good thing.

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On Melissa Jefferson-Wooden’s ascent to sprinting stardom, the world stage is next On a track stocked with talent, Jefferson-Wooden exudes something special. The star potential is unmistakable.

Her name is Melissa Jefferson-Wooden. And after the 2025 World Championships in Tokyo, many more people may know it.

www.nytimes.com/athletic/662...

Veronica Burton yells after scoring. Players on the bench in the background leap in celebration.

“The crowd was unbelievable tonight. I couldn’t hear anything.” — Valkyries coach Natalie Nakase

History at Ballhalla.

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The breakthrough of Veronica Burton

www.nytimes.com/athletic/658...

The breakthrough of Veronica Burton

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Kent Lacob’s big decision and a conversation about nepotism, identity and opportunity.

www.nytimes.com/athletic/654...

WNBA sex toy incidents may be linked to cryptocurrency group’s money scheme The group's coin was created the day before the first incident, and as of Thursday, its worth had nearly tripled in one week.

NEW: Over the last few days, I've listened to more than 5 hours of streams re: a memecoin community, the WNBA and neon green sex toys

On what I've heard, the group's stated mission, and the link to recent incidents (w/ an "Inglorious Bastards" tie)
www.nytimes.com/athletic/654...

#WarriorsPlusMinus The latest on Jonathan Kuminga and how his return impacts the rotations. With @timkawakami.bsky.social

Spotify: bit.ly/4mbDyBK
Apple: apple.co/4ofKaR7

Melissa Jefferson-Wooden is here now.
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Noah Lyles’ taunting stare sparks beef with Kenny Bednarek at U.S. track championships Lyles passed Bednarek down the stretch Sunday to win the 200-meter title at the U.S. championships, punctuating it with a staredown.

"I think it’s not good character."

A Noah Lyles stare down. A Kenny Bednarek shove.

Fast times and high drama in the men's 200-meter final as Lyles gets revenge from Paris Olympics.

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Syd doing Syd things in a new race ... Masai Russell looks even better ... Jacory Patterson's blow up continues ... and more

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After six years and nearly 1,500 podcasts, today is No Dunks' final day with The Athletic. What a run. But don't you worry ... No Dunks isn't going anywhere! We're back on Tuesday with a brand new show, and we'll announce our next steps later this summer. The Classic Factory forever! ❤️

Sha'Carri Richardson arrested on domestic assault charge in Seattle

Sha'Carri Richardson was arrested after an incident with boyfriend Christian Coleman at the Seattle airport. The case has been cleared.

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How masked veteran Tiffany Hayes has breathed life into the Valkyries’ inaugural season Mask on, motor humming. The WNBA veteran isn't slowing down as she guides Golden State.

Tiffany Hayes brings the peace she found — she earned — to the Valkyries.

www.nytimes.com/athletic/651...

ALL THOUGH WE’VE COME …

New Ep of #WarriorsPlusMinus is a farewell to one of its pillars. With @anthonyVslater and @timkawakami, we went down memory lane.

I was dressed appropriately.

Spotify: bit.ly/3UsZ1Kc
Apple: apple.co/3TRt0vd

TO THE END OF THE ROAD …

New #WarriorsPlusMinus episode featuring an interview with Kevon Looney. He explains why he left the Warriors and takes a trip down memory lane.

Apple: apple.co/3IrhAfc
Spotify: bit.ly/3GwDwFf

Free-Agency Day 1: Goodbye Looney, Kuminga Delay Podcast Episode · Warriors Plus Minus: A show about the Golden State Warriors · 07/01/2025 · 44m

New Warriors plus/minus podcast

Day 1 of free agency recap with @thompsonscribe.bsky.social and @timkawakami.bsky.social with some of the latest intel

Another Warriors’ legend departs.

No. 5

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