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They wrote me off, I ain’t write back though.
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— Seattle Seahawks quarterback (QB) Geno Smith, after leading his squad to a 17–16 win over QB Russell Wilson (who Smith used to back up) and the Denver Broncos on Monday. Talk about mid-week motivation. |
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🏀 WNBA Finals: Roll the dice
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The GIST: The No. 1 Las Vegas Aces are one win away from the ’ship after last night’s thrilling 85–71 Game 2 dub over the No. 3 Connecticut Sun. The sun may set in the west, but this might end in the east as the series shifts to Connecticut for Game 3.
Last night’s Game 2: In not-so-shocking news, the unstoppable Aces dynamic duo of A’ja Wilson and Chelsea Gray scored 26 and 21 points, respectively, with Wilson recording her fifth consecutive double-double, not to mention a franchise record-tying point total. Sheesh.
- Add in a little Kelsey Plum magic (20 points) and you might have a recipe for a title.
- The Sun fought hard, but Las Vegas beat them at their own game, outscoring Connecticut 46-to-28 in the paint, with Sun star DeWanna Bonner held to just two points.
Tomorrow’s Game 3: Time to fly charter to the Nutmeg state, where Vegas could hoist their first franchise WNBA trophy. If their three-headed monster in Gray, Wilson and Plum can match yesterday’s showing, the Aces could be high-rolling away with the title.
- As for Connecticut, no squad has overcome an 0-2 deficit in a best-of-five series in W history, but this Sun team is resilient. If they can find some consistency on offense, they stand a chance of staying alive and fending off the Aces’ championship dreams.
- Tipoff is tomorrow at 9 p.m. ET on ESPN — you don’t want to miss this.
😡 WTF round up: Blowing the whistle

The GIST: While the championship push continues in women’s hoops, men in the basketball world are fouling out, with a team owner suspended for workplace misconduct and a player facing potential discipline for homophobic comments. That’s right, it’s time for another WTF roundup.
Robert Sarver: The longtime Phoenix Suns and Mercury owner was suspended for one year and fined $10M (the maximum amount) yesterday, after the conclusion of a nearly year-long investigation into allegations of racism and misogyny within the Suns organization.
- That investigation found that Sarver used the N-word at least five times while recounting statements of others, engaged in inequitable conduct toward female employees and made many sex-related comments in the workplace, among other disturbing findings.
- The announcement offers a long-awaited conclusion to an investigation that included 320 current and former employees, but the discipline is a mere slap on the wrist, especially considering the league’s previous punishments for similar (mis)conduct. The math’s simply not mathing.
Anthony Edwards: The NBA is reviewing anti-gay comments the Minnesota Timberwolves guard made in an Instagram video posted over the weekend. Edwards has since apologized for the now-deleted video — in which he uses an anti-gay comment to describe a group of people standing on a sidewalk — but could still face a fine.
- In years past, the league has fined players anywhere from $25K to $100K for using anti-gay language. The ball’s in their court again.
🏀 WNBA: Banking buckets

The GIST: While the Aces and Sun are draining buckets in the Finals, the whole league is picking up financial pointers from U.S. Bank.
The context: Did you know only 56% of women feel comfortable managing their finances? Playing ball doesn’t mean you’re a baller, just like banking doesn’t make you a banker.
The game: Fortunately, as a WNBA Changemaker, U.S. Bank is supporting W athletes in their financial game by providing education and mentorship so that hoopers can feel confident about their money moves. Cardi B would be so proud.
The final whistle: It’s not just female athletes that need an assist. Everyday women do, too. Despite posting better investment returns than men, lower wages and a lack of confidence continue to hurt women’s financial health.
- While you’re learning about U.S. Bank’s partnership with the W, drive your own ball to the basket by seeing how U.S. Bank can support you.
mid-week Watching |

⚽ Champions League: Chelsea FC vs. RB Salzburg — Today at 3 p.m. ET — Paramount+
- USMNT star Christian Pulisic is still trying to prove he’s up to starter-level snuff for Chelsea while the squad searches for their first Champions League win of the season.
⚽ NWSL: North Carolina Courage vs. Angel City FC — Tonight at 7 p.m. ET — Paramount+
- With the regular season winding down, seventh-place Angel City has a chance to leapfrog their way into playoff contention (top-six teams) against the eighth-place Courage. Grab your popcorn.
🏈 NFL: LA Chargers vs. Kansas City Chiefs — Tomorrow at 8:15 p.m. ET — Prime Video
- It’s prime time for a top QB showdown between LA’s Justin Herbert and KC’s Patrick Mahomes, fresh off a 44-point offensive outburst in Week 1. Excitement level = uncontainable.
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🎧 What to listen to
The GIST of It podcast, of course! In yesterday’s episode, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz are joined by NBA Top Shot’s Carrie Oehm for a Q&A on a very hot topic: NFTs and their intersection with sports. Tune in for pro tips and your usual pod banter.*
📚 What to read
Ahead of Hispanic Heritage Month kicking off tomorrow, check out this article on how Latin American athletes are using sports to inspire others.
🌊 What to enter
This contest to win a four-night stay for two to relax and renew at the Fairmont Mayakoba Resort in Riviera Maya, Mexico, complete with daily breakfasts and an extra $750 in cash for spending. Yes, please. Enter here.
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