The IX Sports: Basketball Insider with Howard Megdal, July 29, 2026
WNBA
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Olivia Miles brings ‘The Spectacle’ to the spectacle of WNBA All-Star Weekend
Weatherspoon: ‘I have really enjoyed watching [Miles.” Her confidence, I really like her confidence’
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How Aliyah Boston’s competitive fire and perfectionism allow her to compete to be the greatest
Aliyah Boston joined the Fever as a perfectionist, and the four-time All-Star spent years molding herself into one of the best players alive
Posted inGolden State Valkyries
Valkyries rolling, yet face some stretch-run realities
Can the Valkyries challenge Minnesota or Las Vegas on the way to a title run?
Posted inWNBA
Cathy Engelbert announces major WNBA changes, reflects on league’s 30th season: ‘There’s no doubt I need to be better’
Engelbert: “What’s good for our players is good for our league”
Posted inMinnesota Lynx
Natasha Howard’s renaissance season is just getting started
The doubters may have wrote Howard off, but she didn’t write back
Posted inWNBA
Sights and sounds from Friday night at WNBA All-Star weekend
Behind the scenes from the first day and night of 2026 WNBA All-Star weekend, including the morning practices and nighttime events
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The IX Sports Podcast Basketball Edition: Coaches and players weigh in on officiating and security
Co-host Howard Megdal brings feedback on officiating and security from players and coaches in Chicago for All-Star weekend back to the show to discuss with co-host Jackie Powell.
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How an improved WNBA free agency has helped players grow into All-Stars
Nneka Ogwumike, Natasha Howard and Gabby Williams spoke on what free agency did for their careers.
Posted inThe IX Basketball
Notre Dame’s presence is a big part of the 2026 All-Star Game
Marina Mabrey, Sonia Citron and Jess Shepard spoke on Notre Dame’s effect on their success.
