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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 6d

Dear WNBA: #paytheplayers

G’nite, all.

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 6d

Aaaa Kiah Stokes finally takes to the court

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 6d

I still think PHX deserved their spot in the finals and we got some great games in the series. Sad it ended like this and sad this #wnba season is 20 seconds from its end

crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 6d

But also - is this now Kristi Toliver’s moment?!? She’s one of my faves to replace Brondello in NY …. #wnba

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 6d

That was a BS ejection. Will PHX fans overtake MIN fans in the “it was stolen from us” narrative? #wnba #LVAvPHX

crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 6d

Seeing AT in the floor is making me think they did something painful like popped a dislocated shoulder back in place 😳 #wnba

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 6d

I was secretly rooting for a PHX-IND finals, just for the chaos. And now I’m thinking that would’ve been a more fun matchup … #wnba #wnbaplayoffs

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 6d

I HATE THIS for the players. and the fans. no one wants to see a finals game when one team has its two best players out with injuries. Really hope AT is okay. #wnba #LVAvsPHX

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 8d

🤣🤣

crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 8d

In no world did she want to do it 😆 I feel so bad for introverts who have to do them. But she relaxed after a few questions and I thought she was great.

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 8d

I think Jackie Young was nervous for her post-game SportsCenter SVP debut and that’s entirely charming. #wnba #LVAvPHX #wnbaplayoffs

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 8d

Kiah finally back on the court with less than a second left … #wnba

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 9d

Feels a little lose-lose. Release it on time and get accused of trying to bury the Phee conflict story. Release it later when it can stand on its own, and get accused of not wanting to celebrate Phee. I probably would’ve held the story, to give me time to make up with Phee.

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 9d

It’s Tuesday and no bombshell #wnba news has dropped yet. What’s going on?? I need more drama pls.

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 11d

Uh oh for the Merc. Becky Hammon was nice and happy during that pre-game interview. #wnba #wnbaplayoffs #PHXvLVA

crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 12d

Good question. I assume there are clauses. For (a somewhat similar) comparison, I already had to pay for my 2026 season tickets, based on 22 home games. Was told I’ll get an update if there are any adjustments with the new CBA.

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 13d

From what I’ve seen, yes, length of season and number of games per season is also on the bargaining table. It was part of the last CBA, at least.

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 13d

Kiah played 20 seconds … but wow, her defensive presence on the court really messed up PHX in that last possession.

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 13d

Akoa-Makani playing like she wants revenge for not being named to the All-Rookie #wnba Team #PHXvLVA

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 13d

Wow. Does anyone doubt that Cathy's kids have gotten hate mail/death threats or that it sucks to see/hear such mean things said about your mom? The point is everyone is a human. Let's be kind, even while we are passionate. The W is supposed to be different. #wnba

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 13d

Kudos to all the #WNBA reporters in the room with Cathy - y'all asked great questions, the right questions. Malika Andrews, Ben Pickman, Annie Constabile in particular stood out. Follow them all on the socials.

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 13d

Naaaah. In last year’s finals, the Liberty didn’t even guard her! She played like 2 minutes in the semis game 5. Sooo … feels like a valid bingo square to me!

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 13d

Wow. It really makes one wonder how much the NBA has been hiding in the numbers …

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 13d

These people clearly aren’t floor seat season ticket holders for NY Liberty games …

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 13d

Also - again with the Kiah Stokes dig?! 😂😂 It makes me giggle every time.

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