Bleav in the W
Bleav in The W with Tyler Byrum is your go-to podcast for comprehensive coverage of the WNBA and the rapidly growing world of women’s sports. From breaking news and game analysis to player storylines and league trends, Tyler Byrum brings informed, engaging takes on everything happening across the W. Each episode dives into WNBA matchups, team performances, standout players, and key moments shaping the season — while also spotlighting the broader impact of women’s basketball and the continued rise of women’s sports at every level. Whether you’re following stars like A’ja Wilson, Breanna Stewart, Caitlin Clark, or tracking your favorite WNBA team, Bleav in The W delivers consistent, insightful coverage for dedicated fans and new listeners alike.
Episodes
Once again, Angel Reese was the best player, regardless of team, on the floor for Game 3 of the WNBA Finals. A game where the Atlanta Dream throttled the Valkyries in the second half as Golden State's offense continued to struggle. Rob Knox from the IX Basketball joins Bleav in the W to recap Atlanta's all-around victory.
We also answer whether this is the defining moment of Angel Reese's legacy. Is now the time to panic for Golden...
Angel Reese had one of the most dominant performances in WNBA Finals history in Game 2. Her 30 points and 16 rebounds made her just the third player ever to post a 30 and 15 line in a Finals game. Terry Horstman from IX Basketball joins Tyler Byrum on Bleav in the W to discuss Reese's phenomenal night as the Dream tied up the series.
Other topics include: Can the Golden State Valkyries win without Gabby Williams taking the scoring ...
Gabby Williams' dominant second quarter and final two minutes lifted the Golden State Valkyries to win Game 1 of the WNBA Finals. The Sporting Tribune's Rey Moralde joins Bleav in the W to recap the game with Tyler Byrum. From grading Angel Reese's first WNBA Finals game to the level of concern of Alisha Gray's injury, the duo recaps all angles from Game 1. There's also a ranking of WNBA Finals MVP contenders, thoughts on NBC's bro...
After a compelling first-round series against the Indiana Fever, the Las Vegas Aces advance after an entertaining Game 3. Is there any team left that can stop the Aces, and more specifically A'ja Wilson? Plus, how do we grade Caitlin Clark's second playoff series in the WNBA? Storm Chasers' Jeff Brown joins Tyler Byrum to recap Thursday's game.
Subscribe to Jeff's work at Storm Chasers here: https://www.stormchasersbasketball.com/
Tuesday's WNBA Playoff action was a far cry from what transpired on Saturday. Caitlin Clark led the Indiana Fever to a strong win over the Aces to force a Game 3, while the eighth-seeded New York Liberty stunned the No. 1 seed Minnesota Lynx in a sweep. The Athletic's Sabreena Merchant joined Bleav in the W to recap the action.
Top storylines we discuss include how the Minnesota-New York matchup was more about it being a bad matchu...
A stunner in New York, a masterclass from A'ja Wilson, a fun battle in Atlanta and a dominant Valkyries performance all highlighted the first day of the 2026 WNBA Playoffs. The IX Sports' Rob Knox joined Bleav in the W's Tyler Byrum to discuss the storylines from the first day.
Answering questions from is New York a legitimate championship contender? to Can the Indiana Fever win a title with Caitlin Clark's current brand of basketb...
From the Minnesota Lynx and Indiana Fever's two-game set to a critical matchup between the Atlanta Dream and New York Liberty, there are plenty of games of consequence in the final week of the WNBA's regular season. Every seed is on the line with just three days left in the regular season. Tyler Byrum breaks down all the implications and scenarios.
He also projects the 2026 WNBA Playoff seeding and previews the potential matchups f...
The Washington Mystics have been one of the more pleasant surprises of the 2026 WNBA season. Will they continue to be a surprise in the WNBA Playoffs? Bleav in the W's Tyler Byrum and the IX Sports' Jenn Hatfield answer some of the most burning questions surrounding the Mystics as they begin to make their playoff push.
From how the Mystics got to the postseason on the backs of Shakira Austin and Sonia Citron to figuring out what to...
Two-time WNBA champion and 17-year veteran DeWanna Bonner was waived after she and the Phoenix Mercury agreed to a buyout of her contract. The move comes after the Mercury were eliminated from the postseason and will allow the 39-year-old to pursue another championship in what could be her last WNBA Playoffs. Who are the frontrunners for Bonner and which teams does she make sense for if she clears waivers?
Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham unleashed a firestorm of controversy around her and the WNBA, stating her opinions on trans athletes in a July ESPN feature. It has led to the WNBA and its lack of a trans athlete policy garnering national attention from right-wing pundits and anti-trans bad actors. Bleav in the W's Tyler Byrum and The IX Basketball's Jackie Powell try to provide historical context and discuss where the WNBA ca...
WNBA champion and All-Star Betnijah Laney-Hamilton has been claimed by the Washington Mystics off of waivers. Tyler Byrum grabs Jenn Hatfield from The IX Basketball to break down the new addition to a DC team that is on a six-game winning streak and showing to be a contender in the WNBA's playoff picture. Can Betnijah Laney-Hamilton actually raise the once youngest team in the league's ceiling? How does she fit? What happens to Ror...
Only two trades this 2026 WNBA Trade Deadline, but one of them was massive as All-WNBA star Kelsey Plum was traded away from her hometown team to help the Phoenix Mercury chase a lost season. Second-year player Aneesah Morrow also was on the move as Connecticut moved on from their former first-round draft pick. Tyler Byrum breaks down the trades and then hands out grades to all four franchises involved.
Two-time WNBA MVP Elena Delle Donne made a surprising appearance as a member of Team Washington for the WNBA's Shooting Star event at All-Star weekend. After winning the competition, she joked with ESPN's Holly Rowe about what it would take to return to the W, but didn't quite shut down the possibility.
Bleav in the W's Tyler Byrum and The IX Basketball's Jenn Hatfield explain why this isn't the beginning of a comeback tour for the...
The success of the Seattle Storm's season will not be judged on wins and losses this year. It will be on the growth and development of their massive swath of young players. At the midway point of the season, Tyler Byrum checks in with Seattle correspondent Jeff Brown from Storm Chasers to grade Dominique Malonga's, Flau'Jae Johnson's and Awa Fam's 2026 seasons.
Subscribe to Jeff's work at Storm Chasers here: https://www.stormchaser...
WNBA budding star Paige Bueckers was asked about the lack of Black coaches in the WNBA and did not miss the opportunity to address the need for a pathway and equal chances for Black women to become head coaches.
Hear the numbers behind the history of Black female coaches in the WNBA and which prominent assistants could be in line to be the next one to fill the vacancy.
Andscape story - The WNBA is growing, so where are the Black fe...
In a stunning mid-season move, the Los Angeles Sparks have parted ways with general manager Raegan Pebley. Timely, with the WNBA Trade Deadline just three weeks away and the Sparks in the middle of a crossroads. The Sporting Tribune's Rey Moralde joins the show to discuss the decision, who's now in charge and where he thinks the team goes from here.
Follow Rey Moralde on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/rey-rey.net
Eleven republican members of Congress addressed a letter to Commissioner Cathy Engelbert concerning the treatment of players both on and off the court. Most, but not all, of the letter was concerning one player: Caitlin Clark.
Tyler Byrum tries to break down what it all means and why the House representatives sent the letter now.
A link to the full letter: https://x.com/RepPfluger/status/2074896386680598600/photo/
Let's have some fun with the 2026 WNBA All-Star selections with a new, hypothetical format. Tyler Byrum and Rob Knox select a team of WNBA All-Stars with a format similar to Major League Baseball and where every team is represented in the game.
Our full All-Star roster:
Team Selections:
Atlanta Dream - Angel Reese
Chicago Sky - Kamila Cardoso
Connecticut Sun - Brittney Griner
Dallas Wings - Paige Bu...
Mystics starting point guard Georgia Amoore is in the midst of overcoming an ACL injury while learning how to play in the WNBA. The 2025 No. 6 overall pick spoke with Tyler Byrum to discuss what she thinks of her play and how one of the biggest challenges this season is giving herself grace to get back to full health.
Podcast episode on Alicia Florez and how it affects Georgia Amoore: https://bleav.com/shows/bleav-in-the-w/episodes...
Rookie and 2026 No. 1 overall pick Azzi Fudd has signed a contract to join Project B for their first season this upcoming winter. That is after signing a NIL deal in college with Unrivaled and her girlfriend Paige Bueckers is committed to the 3x3 league for multiple seasons. USA TODAY's Mitchell Northam joined the show to discuss Project B and the cast of players Fudd is joining.
Read Mitchell's story on Fudd joining Project B: htt...
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