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Grant Afseth covers the NBA and WNBA from Dallas. He focuses on in-depth analysis and provides insight on the latest news. His primary focuses include the Mavericks and Wings.

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Shakira Austin Explains Mystics’ ‘Young Hos’ Nickname and Sydney Johnson’s Locker Room

Shakira Austin Explains Mystics’ ‘Young Hos’ Nickname and Sydney Johnson’s Locker Room

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Nov 13, 2026

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Shakira Austin on Mystics Breakout: ‘I Had the Skill Set to Do More’

Shakira Austin on Mystics Breakout: ‘I Had the Skill Set to Do More’

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Nov 13, 2026

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Shakira Austin Wants Guard Reps in Unrivaled: ‘Put Me as a Guard’

Shakira Austin Wants Guard Reps in Unrivaled: ‘Put Me as a Guard’

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Nov 13, 2026

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Shakira Austin on GAB Fest and DMV Roots: ‘That Just Means a Lot More to Me’

Shakira Austin on GAB Fest and DMV Roots: ‘That Just Means a Lot More to Me’

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Nov 13, 2026

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Shakira Austin Says Mystics Need ‘Another Level’ to Win Playoff Series

Shakira Austin Says Mystics Need ‘Another Level’ to Win Playoff Series

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Nov 13, 2026

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What should the next WNBA commissioner tackle first?

Cathy Engelbert hopes her successor is hired before Dec. 31, but the search is ongoing, ESPN’s Alexa Philippou reports. Here is the latest on the commissioner search. What should the next commissioner’s first priority be?Nov 13, 2026

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Cathy Engelbert Hopes WNBA Hires Next Commissioner Before Dec. 31

Cathy Engelbert Hopes WNBA Hires Next Commissioner Before Dec. 31

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Nov 13, 2026

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Is 50 games the right length for the WNBA season?

The WNBA is headed for a record 50 games per team in 2027. ESPN’s Alexa Philippou reports an expected May 7 opener and an Oct. 24 latest possible finish, with no international break next season. Read the schedule update here. Is 50 games the right number, or would you prefer fewer regular-season games?Nov 13, 2026

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2027 WNBA Season Expected to Start May 7 With Record 50 Games

2027 WNBA Season Expected to Start May 7 With Record 50 Games

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Nov 13, 2026

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What should WNBA replay reviews improve first?

The WNBA’s replay center is set to debut in 2027. Coaches and GMs discussed it at this week’s league meetings, but no rule changes were approved, ESPN’s Alexa Philippou reported. Would you prioritize faster reviews, more consistent decisions, or clearer explanations? Read the full story.Nov 13, 2026

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WNBA Coaches, GMs Discuss Replay Center Ahead of 2027 Launch

WNBA Coaches, GMs Discuss Replay Center Ahead of 2027 Launch

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Nov 13, 2026

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Does Napheesa Collier come back to the Lynx?

Collier said she loves it in Minnesota, and Olivia Miles was the unanimous Rookie of the Year. What would it take to keep Collier? Collier said she loves it in Minnesota, and Olivia Miles was the unanimous Rookie of the Year. What would it take to keep Collier? Read the story: https://roundtable.io/sports/wnba/opinion/napheesa-collier-olivia-miles-partnership-gives-lynx-reason-to-pursue-reunionNov 12, 2026

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Which free agent guard should the Mystics go after?

Young, Plum, and Mitchell are all on the market. Which one fits best next to Shakira Austin, Sonia Citron, and Kiki Iriafen? Young, Plum, and Mitchell are all on the market. Which one fits best next to Shakira Austin, Sonia Citron, and Kiki Iriafen? Read the story: https://roundtable.io/sports/wnba/opinion/jackie-young-kelsey-plum-kelsey-mitchell-named-as-potential-mystics-targetsNov 12, 2026

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Napheesa Collier, Olivia Miles Partnership Gives Lynx Reason to Pursue Reunion

Napheesa Collier, Olivia Miles Partnership Gives Lynx Reason to Pursue Reunion

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Nov 12, 2026

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Jackie Young, Kelsey Plum, Kelsey Mitchell Named as Potential Mystics Targets

Jackie Young, Kelsey Plum, Kelsey Mitchell Named as Potential Mystics Targets

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Nov 12, 2026

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Who should coach the Liberty in 2027?

New York needs its third coach in three seasons. Should the Liberty prioritize WNBA head coaching experience this time? New York needs its third coach in three seasons. Should the Liberty prioritize WNBA head coaching experience this time? Read the story: https://roundtable.io/sports/wnba/opinion/liberty-urged-to-explore-stephanie-white-becky-hammon-in-coaching-searchNov 12, 2026

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Liberty Urged to Explore Stephanie White, Becky Hammon in Coaching Search

Liberty Urged to Explore Stephanie White, Becky Hammon in Coaching Search

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Nov 12, 2026

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What does the Dream’s bench need after the Finals run?

Atlanta keeps its core, and Brionna Jones should be back. Is DiJonai Carrington the right add, or does the Dream need a different kind of reserve? Atlanta keeps its core, and Brionna Jones should be back. Is DiJonai Carrington the right add, or does the Dream need a different kind of reserve? Read the story: https://roundtable.io/sports/wnba/opinion/dijonai-carrington-named-as-potential-dream-addition-after-finals-runNov 12, 2026

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DiJonai Carrington Named as Potential Dream Addition After Finals Run

DiJonai Carrington Named as Potential Dream Addition After Finals Run

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Nov 12, 2026

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Which wing should the Wings add around Paige Bueckers?

The Athletic wants Dallas to keep Kuier and Clark and add combo forwards. Who would you go after first? The Athletic wants Dallas to keep Kuier and Clark and add combo forwards. Who would you go after first? Read the story: https://roundtable.io/sports/wnba/opinion/wings-urged-to-keep-awak-kuier-alysha-clark-and-add-more-wing-depthNov 12, 2026

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