@@rademita The Fever are going to have some good looking women on the team. Rachel, any chance you would lace up your shoes and join the team? You would fit in beautifully.😀
She is keeping players that she knows has the skills as well as the character of a professional athlete of the Fever. Character is as important as skill.
By adding Coach Keith Porter to her staff, Coach White wants to develop the role players coming off the bench, strategically using every player and giving them minutes that they will earn but will be able to contribute to get the W. Quiet but lethal planning with Kelly & Amber fully working in tandem with Coach to bring another banner back to Indy. Go Fever!
That's why I hope we add Citron, Westbeld, or Olsen in this draft coming off the bench and I'm glad we kept Berger for the bench as well. Still some moves to make, I'm still not satisfied with Mitchell not playing defense in that backcourt, but getting Sophie Cunningham will definitely help.
I love your videos. You are one of the most articulate people I've ever heard. I don't recall ever hearing you use filler words like "um", "ah", "like", "you know" that give a speaker time to think.
Finally! I get to watch your video, within minutes of you posting it. For me, it's more like, you finally posted a video while I'm actually online. Either way, your biggest fan gets to watch you first before anybody. Yay! Thanks for telling me about Natasha Howard to the fever. I had never heard of her and probably wouldn't have known about her without you. Thanks so much.
Aw-ww. Thank you for the heart and for your very kind reply. Keep up the great work with your videos, Rachel. As others have already expressed, you're reporting is top notch and top tier level.
Great signing for the Fever. They are so close to being a contender. As far as Paige Bueckers; John Elway refused to play for the Baltimore Colts, the team that drafted him; so there is some precedent though none in basketball. He wanted a West coast team as I recall.
Rachel, you’ve become my go-to channel. Too many of these other sites use unsupported speculation to push a false agenda and garner views. Keep up the good work, young lady.
Now they have 6 Solid players. Kelsey Mitchell, Aaliyah Boston, Lexi Hull, Caitlin Clark, Natasha Howard and Brianna Jones. If there are no injuries they can compete with the present roster but they need one more player to be safe.
I need to look her up, the videos you played doesn't show her going up and down the court. How is her speed? IMO that will be their glory run to the playoffs.
Rachel, Will You be doing a Podcast on May 4th “LIVE” at IOWA CARVER ARENA, right before the Game and after the Game THE INDIANA FEVER vs THE BRAZILIAN NATIONAL TEAM day ! to Report “LIVE”, for Those of Us that will be Unable to be there and Experience the Environment !
Smith & maybe another player will have to go because with Kesley & Natasha they do not have a lot of cap space. A good backup for Boston or Natasha could be key.
Finally got rid of NaLyssa Smith. Received a newish friend to CC in Sophie Cunningham. Picked up the 19th pick but loss the 8th pick. Shows how little value NaLyssa Smith has. She was basically a throw away player to Dallas in a 3 way trade. Sabally to Phoenix. Phoenix is also in a win now frame of mind for Taurasi. Absolutely shocked Mat Ishbia gave up Sophie. Sophie was involved in some of his off the court projects.
Natasha Howard is a perfect acquisition. NaLyssa Smith is gone, and I hope she thrives elsewhere. Salaun from overseas and Morrow or Westbeld to be mentored by Howard for the future. I see the pieces fitting now. :-)
Very original insight in explaining why there is an outside chance Fever could land Bonner....no other analyst even mentions that as a possibility...that would be huge but yes we know Phoenix has the inside track due to Bonner's wife being there...but wow...if Fever could get Bonner?...CHampionship...
I hope Howard will become the enforcer in addition to her skills on the court of course. NaLyssa byyyyyye you shouldn't have made fun of CC's eye poke! We don't want Buecker's here in Dallas if she doesn't want to be here. Arike and Jacy are great plus whatever they get for Sabally and high pick.
Mobile, can shoot (especially in the post), is a strong defensive presence, and not only knows Fever culture...but also knows the coach. I wish every free agent would see the Fever as you do, Rachel. What are your thoughts on Sophie Cunningham going to the Fever?
Marina Mabrey will also be great for the Fever. Which I feel for her since she moved to the Sun to help win a championship and now most Sun players will be gone.
Remember the NFL when Eli Manning said he would not go to the San Diego Chargers. So the Chargers had to trade him to the New York Giants. Dallas Wings would need to do something similar.
Natasha Howard is a good power forward, but wait until you see how much she improves when coach Porter starts working with her. She signed a one year contract Yes, we could use one more top notch player. I like Bonner and she could be a good fit.
Absolutely Not! We don't need any Drama. This locker room will be full of Joy and Appreciation...not jealousy and vindictiveness. Bonner would not fit.
Natasha Howard is a great pickup, but the main problem is that backcourt playing no defense with Mitchell. I do think Cunningham being picked up helps, but Sophie needs to start over Mitchell. I'd have Mitchell be more of a 6-man off the bench. We really cooking if Berger gets more minutes off the bench and we draft either Sonia Citron, Maddy Westbeld, or Lucy Olsen to sure up that bench.
You know Smith could stay learn from a vet in her position and get better but gotta except your role. Not sure how diehard Fever fans feel about that but I look at it from a business standpoint and chips of course.
With all due respect, Nalyssa Smith got on my nerves a bit last season. She doesn't seem like a loyal team player to CC and had no sense of urgency when playing in the post season, Smith has no grit. She's doesn't even rebound.
If Howard is gonna be their 5th you have your starting 5. Clark, Boston, Mitchell, Hull and Howard. Bonner and Mabrey aren't bench warmers. They won't come to Indy to sit. They need good players on their bench.
Howard must not have impressed the first time around. She was the ninth-overall pick in the 2014 WNBA Draft. I can’t find a source that would reveal her undesirablity. She appeared in 64 games for the Fever over two seasons, averaging 5.7 points with 2.9.
And now Sophie Cunningham for Nalyssa Smith 🤯🎉!!!
Sophie now too. What a fantastic fun great team team to watch now. And well its running time!!!
I think Cunningham can be an essential piece for the team as well - she brings that energy for the rest of the group!
And Indians gives up the#8 pick and gets a19
@@rademita The Fever are going to have some good looking women on the team. Rachel, any chance you would lace up your shoes and join the team? You would fit in beautifully.😀
All positive people. No toxicity.
She is keeping players that she knows has the skills as well as the character of a professional athlete of the Fever. Character is as important as skill.
You should be the official WNBA journalist/reporter. You do a fantastic job covering the WNBA and bringing us with you. 👏
thank you so much 🙏🏼!!
I agree ❤️❤️❤️👍🙏
Agree!❤
@@aibonitoguerrero I agree!
Absolutely 💯💯💯💯🎯🎯🎯🎯
By adding Coach Keith Porter to her staff, Coach White wants to develop the role players coming off the bench, strategically using every player and giving them minutes that they will earn but will be able to contribute to get the W. Quiet but lethal planning with Kelly & Amber fully working in tandem with Coach to bring another banner back to Indy. Go Fever!
That's why I hope we add Citron, Westbeld, or Olsen in this draft coming off the bench and I'm glad we kept Berger for the bench as well. Still some moves to make, I'm still not satisfied with Mitchell not playing defense in that backcourt, but getting Sophie Cunningham will definitely help.
What a great day to be an Indiana Fever fan ! ! !
This is a great signing for the fever
What a starting 5 for Fever.
Indy also have Sophie Cunningham now. So yes they are building something up in Indy! Have a great weekend!
I love your videos. You are one of the most articulate people I've ever heard. I don't recall ever hearing you use filler words like "um", "ah", "like", "you know" that give a speaker time to think.
^This guy. lol
I'm looking forward to see who the Fever will draft.
I wish you can get a chance to interview Caitlin Clark
Salute to the Fever management team for pushing all the right buttons.
Howard is Absolutely Nylssa Smith’s replacement. She has definitely became the Opp of the team last year.
We also got Sopie Cunningham ❤ We cleaned house and now we are looking bright
I'm totally excited for Howard to come back to Indiana Fever!
Finally! I get to watch your video, within minutes of you posting it. For me, it's more like, you finally posted a video while I'm actually online. Either way, your biggest fan gets to watch you first before anybody. Yay! Thanks for telling me about Natasha Howard to the fever. I had never heard of her and probably wouldn't have known about her without you. Thanks so much.
Early gang let’s go 🎉!! Haha thanks for watching!!
Aw-ww. Thank you for the heart and for your very kind reply. Keep up the great work with your videos, Rachel. As others have already expressed, you're reporting is top notch and top tier level.
Thanks for another unbiased video 👍👏
Defense for fever improved dramatically today.
love watching your incredible, insightful, professional takes 😎
Adding Sophie !! wow this team's chemistry will be amazing..
NH over SS for sure, good move Fever!!!!
Thank you for another great video. So excited for W next season 😊
Great signing for the Fever. They are so close to being a contender.
As far as Paige Bueckers; John Elway refused to play for the Baltimore Colts, the team that drafted him; so there is some precedent though none in basketball. He wanted a West coast team as I recall.
It’s already time for you to make another video! This is getting interesting!
the news is breaking too fast 😭
Fever fans must mobilise to ensure the maximum number of Fever players take part in the All-Star game in 2025.
We need a Howard homecoming night! She will bring defense which we need so much.
Rachel, you’ve become my go-to channel. Too many of these other sites use unsupported speculation to push a false agenda and garner views. Keep up the good work, young lady.
OMG! I'm so hyped. We got the vet.
As always, thanks for the update Rachel. God bless you.
I'll be watching the Fever from New Zealand 🇳🇿 Bring on the Season, Yeah Boi❤❤❤ Fever for the W this year ✌️✌️✌️
Fever just traded Smith in a 3-way trade. We get Sophie Cunningham from the Mercury.
Great addition for Fever
Awesome take. You are reading the room correctly!
That is it! Super team!
She can be good at Caitlin’s run and gun style.
You totally stole Irish Mick's favorite phrase SO TRUE though. Natasha brings a LOT to the table!
How are you not a WNBA commentator?
Now they have 6 Solid players. Kelsey Mitchell, Aaliyah Boston, Lexi Hull, Caitlin Clark, Natasha Howard and Brianna Jones. If there are no injuries they can compete with the present roster but they need one more player to be safe.
Love Natasha going to the Fever. Brilliant!!
Finally some savvy decision making!!!
Wouldn't it make sense for the fever to play in the dome stadium where the the colts play at least for special occasions...???
I need to look her up, the videos you played doesn't show her going up and down the court. How is her speed? IMO that will be their glory run to the playoffs.
Rachel,
Will You be doing a Podcast on
May 4th “LIVE” at IOWA CARVER ARENA, right before the Game and after the Game
THE INDIANA FEVER vs
THE BRAZILIAN NATIONAL TEAM day !
to Report “LIVE”, for Those of Us that will be Unable to be there and Experience the Environment !
Smith & maybe another player will have to go because with Kesley & Natasha they do not have a lot of cap space. A good backup for Boston or Natasha could be key.
Already happened. Fever three way trade. Smith and number 8 pick to Dallas. Indiana gets Sophie Cunningham from phoneix
They finally got some players to protect her on in off the court great signing ❤her in Sophie Cunningham
If you want to be on the Fever you better come in shape and be a runner or don't think about it
Sophie's the best fit for Indiana fever watch a s see
💙💙💙 from Austria 🇦🇹
Finally got rid of NaLyssa Smith. Received a newish friend to CC in Sophie Cunningham. Picked up the 19th pick but loss the 8th pick. Shows how little value NaLyssa Smith has. She was basically a throw away player to Dallas in a 3 way trade. Sabally to Phoenix. Phoenix is also in a win now frame of mind for Taurasi. Absolutely shocked Mat Ishbia gave up Sophie. Sophie was involved in some of his off the court projects.
Natasha Howard is a perfect acquisition. NaLyssa Smith is gone, and I hope she thrives elsewhere. Salaun from overseas and Morrow or Westbeld to be mentored by Howard for the future. I see the pieces fitting now. :-)
SOPHIE CUNNINGHAM TO THE FEVER!!! ROSTER IS LOOKING BETTER AND BETTER🔥🔥🔥
Always great!. Thank you
Great video like your analysis 👍🏽
Can't wait for the Season to begin!
Cool can't wait to see her training video 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸💟💟💟🙏🙏🙏
Looks like a great TF replacement. The speed alone is going to slot in well.
I am still processing it, WoW!
Good job Indiana!
Very original insight in explaining why there is an outside chance Fever could land Bonner....no other analyst even mentions that as a possibility...that would be huge but yes we know Phoenix has the inside track due to Bonner's wife being there...but wow...if Fever could get Bonner?...CHampionship...
Doesn’t anyone at the WNBA update their website/app? I expect these moves to show on the team rosters and they don’t.
Get Janelle Saluan and draft morrow or westbeld. Then Fever “might” be able to compete in a series with the top two teams.
I hope Howard will become the enforcer in addition to her skills on the court of course. NaLyssa byyyyyye you shouldn't have made fun of CC's eye poke! We don't want Buecker's here in Dallas if she doesn't want to be here. Arike and Jacy are great plus whatever they get for Sabally and high pick.
Mobile, can shoot (especially in the post), is a strong defensive presence, and not only knows Fever culture...but also knows the coach. I wish every free agent would see the Fever as you do, Rachel. What are your thoughts on Sophie Cunningham going to the Fever?
All Indiana players becoming a superstar!
Marina Mabrey will also be great for the Fever. Which I feel for her since she moved to the Sun to help win a championship and now most Sun players will be gone.
Remember the NFL when Eli Manning said he would not go to the San Diego Chargers. So the Chargers had to trade him to the New York Giants.
Dallas Wings would need to do something similar.
They just traded NaLyssa for Sophie Cunningham, I personally it’s a great move, Sophie has Gabbie Marshall tendencies imo
Natasha Howard is a good power forward, but wait until you see how much she improves when coach Porter starts working with her. She signed a one year contract Yes, we could use one more top notch player. I like Bonner and she could be a good fit.
Just traded Nat Smith in 3 part trade with Wing And Mercury. Indget Sopie Cunningham
Considering they clinch the playoffs in the second half of the season from last place, this will super charge their team.
Welcome home!
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Excited about getting the flash back with the fever❤
Now Sophie Cunningham to fever. Loving this. Smith gone
Uwian na!😊
Absolutely Not! We don't need any Drama. This locker room will be full of Joy and Appreciation...not jealousy and vindictiveness. Bonner would not fit.
Natasha Howard is a great pickup, but the main problem is that backcourt playing no defense with Mitchell. I do think Cunningham being picked up helps, but Sophie needs to start over Mitchell. I'd have Mitchell be more of a 6-man off the bench. We really cooking if Berger gets more minutes off the bench and we draft either Sonia Citron, Maddy Westbeld, or Lucy Olsen to sure up that bench.
Natasha Howard oh snaps let's go FEVER.
You know Smith could stay learn from a vet in her position and get better but gotta except your role. Not sure how diehard Fever fans feel about that but I look at it from a business standpoint and chips of course.
Hoping Nalyssa, has a different mindset if she stays, bc she did have some great plays with CC last season.
Yo! Make reaction video about Sophie!
Wondering how much Natasha has left in the tank. At any rate gotta unload Smith.
Waiting to hear your take on Sabally going to Phoenix 😂😂
Is it the coach that does the horse trading? Or the GM. There is a lot of moving pieces during free agency.
Fever still have another move to make! seems the fever are going for the chip sooner rather than later...another wing would be grt...Feb 1st is here:)
Only ones you need to put faith in is White ,Kelly and Cox , they have done a good job so far with smart moves and maybe one or two more will happen
Sophie Cunningham for Fever, Smith traded to Dallas
Welcome to Indiana
The beginning of a dynasty 👍🏻
2025 Most IMPROVED Player - Caitlin Clark.
Rebecca Allen and Olivia Nelson-Ododa at Connecticut both played under White as well and might bolster the Fever tremendously. Adios NaLyssa!
With all due respect, Nalyssa Smith got on my nerves a bit last season. She doesn't seem like a loyal team player to CC and had no sense of urgency when playing in the post season, Smith has no grit. She's doesn't even rebound.
This will be good.
The fever would have gone further in the finals if Carrington hadn't taken her claw and tried to rip out CC's eye the day before
Real Barbie's are in the Indiana Fever, you might wanna join them gorgeous Rachel 😍 😀 😍 with love from the Philippines ❤❤❤
If Howard is gonna be their 5th you have your starting 5. Clark, Boston, Mitchell, Hull and Howard. Bonner and Mabrey aren't bench warmers. They won't come to Indy to sit. They need good players on their bench.
Great!
Howard must not have impressed the first time around. She was the ninth-overall pick in the 2014 WNBA Draft.
I can’t find a source that would reveal her undesirablity. She appeared in 64 games for the Fever over two seasons, averaging 5.7 points with 2.9.
Why is Rapinoe still here? She said if Trump is reelected, she'll fade away.
Rachel Indiana Fever need PR Manager according to Scott, please get the spot.😊
And Sophie Cunningham coming too 🎉🎉🎉