If not Hull....give Celeste Taylor a shot...she was Big Ten defensive player of the year. Actually all the players should get some playing time unless hurt. You want a well rounded team who can count on every player on your team.
It’s great to see the camaraderie between the players as the season progresses. They are coming together and will do great things this year. And I agree Pat Summit was the greatest. I have so much love and respect for her as a coach and person.
If AB can figure out the pick and roll. Positioning and setting more solid screens she will just open up the whole game. She even mentioned how CC is telling her positioning and what not. And one thing we saw early is her misreading the pick and roll. This game it looked like she ifgured it out.
First off AB is a sister in Christ which is awesome and she is a beast on the court!. I don't care what anyone says Kelsey likes Clark it's obvious she jokes around with her they're always together along with Smith
I'm not sure about Smith's loyalty as her girlfriend is on a rival team and that rival clearly has personal issue against Clark. I completely agree with the rest of your post.
Well I see improvement, but I'm not saying her teammates are going to defend her( except Lexie & Wallace) until I see a consistent front when it comes to the opponents thugs beating up on CC.
@nomorenoless6156 That's ridiculous. Nalyssa Smith is a necessary, talented, and very dedicated player trying to keep her team win. Don't use your bias to insinuate that shed ever compromise her team because of a personal relationship with a player on another team. That's not how the W works. Instead, thank Dijonai for helping CC see that she needed to be specific with reporters, and denounce tge people being racist in her name. Since then, the team has worked better together and have a real supportive team effort going.
She surely is trying to make up for her casual reaction to Caitlin getting knocked flat right at her feet. Her reaction was just as unacceptable as Angel Reese jumping for joy in the background.
@@MaymeIke I don't know.....she became the poster child for a lackadaisical response and I bet it's haunting her, she's a very good person. I can't imagine what she was thinking although there's no mistaking what Angel Reese was. Did you notice that the next time Caitlin was intentionally fouled that three of her teammates rushed to help her up?
Boston seems like a big teddy bear type. I don’t know if it’s in her personality to run up on a player. But she’s only 22. As she plays longer in the WNBA she will probably develop a little bit of a mean streak.
@@galenhammond-x4j I've heard people say that. I don't think I noticed it at the time, but the message is all over, so it looks like they're getting it. Of course, they may just be growing closer with time together, which could contribute to that also. ❤
I am seeing them jelling and acting like a team. They smiling laughing with each other etc. “Team” behavior. An media finally asking questions of all not just Caitlin.
I noticed that when general questions were asked, Caitlin didn’t answer. She purposely held back so her teammates could answer. She only answered when she was asked directly.
You know what I like about your videos? You don’t just talk, you back up what you say. I am learning so much about basketball by just listening to what you have to say. You explain everything in so much detail! I think your videos are the best out there! Thank you!
I was going to say something along these lines because I'm a new fan and don't know the game....yet. But you said everything I was thinking lol. Thank you Coach Ross for breaking it down for us newbs! I'm an Iowan so I'm always going to support CC.
Coach Ross, you’re making this whole fan experience for me MUCH more rewarding. Your understanding of the intricacies and the nuances…and your ability to deliver this back to us and share these with us really helps me appreciate what I have been experiencing at a much deeper, more intelligent level. WOW…thank you.
It's nice to hear someone who knows the game and knows what they are talking about with basketball. Great information Adrienne knowing the game within the game. The team is starting to know each other's game and habits.
For these big sports channel shows sake, I hope they start picking you up as a guest. You’ve got the best evaluation of the game out there, and the only person really talking basketball. I’ve learned so much.
I noticed that too when I was watching the post game press conference. Aliyah's eyes when the reporter asked CC that question about the turnovers I was like oh that rubbed Aliyah wrong she didn't like that question lol. Then she spoke on it and defended her teammate. I was like yeah team chemistry going up 💪🏿
I loved the teasing that Caitlin did to Aliyah as they were leaving the table. AB: ... when I have the opportunity, I'll just step back and take it. CC: Step back. AB: Just a simple step. CC: Oh no no no. Just catch and shoot. 😂All smiles from KM, AB and CC.
I love it!! They are really becoming a team. Now if they can just hit those threes.... 🙂 It'll be so much fun Sunday watching Aliyah and Smith dealing with Angel Reese. I bet Aliyah is feeling pressure.
Being a good player doesn't make one a good coach. Most if the best coaches are the middle of the road players who had to learn the nuts and bolts of gameplay to be able to be competitive, because they had to compensate for lacking some of the gifted abilities the higher caliber players had.
Clark's greatness is her game IQ, she's playing chess and sees how plays can come about. Everything about her game is stellar and yet, she still has some distance to go to become truly great. And no Breanna Stewart, she does not need a national championship to be considered great.
Samuelson could knock down those corner 3’s, I believe. Either her or Hull, so I think one of them should start instead of Wallace. Hull is probably the better defender between the two, but Samuelson is a good screen setter. She and Temi probably set the best screens for Clark.
I agree, Wallace, Hull and Berger have not impressed me with their shooting. Therefore this allows their defensive player to drop off and let them shoot and go double team the ball. Fagbenle definitely should start and this would get Smith and Boston even faster up and down the floor
Great video ... I agree with everything you said and also believe the team is really beginning to come together. I loved how Boston came to Clark's defense with the reporter!
I think the team is finally realizing CC is there to help everyone shine and score NOT to steal the spotlight all the time. It a good thing to see as they all grow together.
When I first started watching her play at Iowa (I'm from Iowa), the first thing I noticed was that her first thought when having the ball was not how she was going to get a shot off, but who was available to get the shot. She's definitely not a diva, but a team player.
On your second example of boxing out Kelsey Mitchell’s box out was the best one out of them all…..classic example of what a box out should look like. :) Nice job as always!!!
Adrienne, I really like your analysis of the games and the players. I especially like your method of explaining the clips, showing the clips, then explaining again with slow motion. Love your method and appreciate your knowledge!❤
This was an awesome complete team game. The post interview was the most relaxed and pleasant I have seen so far this season. It was fabulous to see. Coach Summitt was number one and I still watch the Lady Vols too.
Loved that news conference. I have been praying God will bless AB so she will have a growing platform to speak about her faith. I believe it was in this new conference that she spoke of God without even thinking about it. Also did you notice on that Wallace steal that when she got the ball to Caitlin that two defenders were coming to Caitlin and that is when AB ran into the paint and got the pass. Beautiful play involving 3 players working together. That is the kind of basketball I love.
Hello me too..I never saw her play until this year and the first few games I saw her play she was God awful and I was wondering 🤔 how she was rookie of the year last year..but she really turned it around..she's running the floor much better, rebounding awesome, running the pick and Roll with Katlin, and even knocking down 3 points shots
Glad you emphasized blocking out. I was dying watching them in previous games holding arms up reaching for the ball around the basketball like I watching my 6th graders play. They're going to need to continue next game against Sky...Angel had something to prove w/18 rebounds against Dallas.
I enjoyed that interview with those three and liked the wide angle shot so you can see the reactions of all of them. I do not know from basketball except in the most basic of concepts, so your commentary here on both the elements of the game and the players in the interview was quite informative. Thank you for this. I am watching the WNBA because of Caitlin Clark. I am learning to like the players on the Fever because of that. I really like Aliyah Boston already, and am liking the others more and more. It is nice to see this team coming together.
She definitely has talent. I think it will all come together as they continue to gel. She adds a lot to the team, even with some of the things that make me scratch my head. LOL!
Mitchell has improved a bit in passing to Caitlin. I've noticed she passes to her more than Wheeler does now. I don't mind Mitchell's 'ball hogginess' once in awhile, provided she finishes! 😄
@@theadriennerossshow She's part of the Big 3. She has a scorer's mentality and is the team's best one-on-one scorer, ball handler, and has the best speed.
@@benjaminsmith2287 She has a tremendous upside in spite of being a bit undisciplined. Her history (and present) reveal the scorer's mentality in her. Her speed is hard to contend with. Sometimes, I think it works against her, but I've always said I'd rather have to calm someone down a little than to try to light a fire under her.
I love this! I was hoping you would touch on this moment between Aliyah and Caitlin. Caitlin being left off the Olympic Team might have well been a slight, but I saw footage (I can’t remember if it was your channel or elsewhere) of the team going and hanging out with each other, taking pictures, etc while attending the Olympics. Maybe besides practice, they needed a chance to get more comfortable with each other just in general. I like Aliyah and hope we’ll see more great things from her, Caitlin, and the rest of the Fever. Thanks for your breakdown of the game, as usual! ❤
Adrienne, I've learned a TON from watching your videos. Thank you!! 👍🏻😀👍🏻 😊😊 In the one example you showed where AB is boxing out, I think that Mitchell actually is, too? Go girls! So many people have criticized Mitchell, even saying, "Oh she hates Caitlin!" (like they know! 🤦🏼♀️) but there seems to be a certain sweetness evident in Mitchell; I dunno...There's just something there about her that I want to give a chance to. My opinion - obviously conjecture, since I don't know her motivation - is that maybe it's just taken awhile to get to where she trusts Caitlin? She missed training camp, so she had to come right in to a game situation, having been kinda the team star last year and maybe not really understanding what her place is now. Maybe she's learning that CC is no threat to her and can actually be a great teammate, and friend. I hope so! Anyway, thanks again, and blessings!
Thank you again Adrienne! I am learning so much about basketball and enjoying it more. My daughter told me, "Daddy (who went to Heaven last year) would not believe that you are watching basketball!!!" Oh how I loved that post game press conference! Thank you again! Believing your supporters will continue to grow!
Miss Adrienne As a Messianic Christian It is few and far between that YHWH blesses his children with His Shekinah Glory and makes it obvious. I see in you His blessings with the brilliance and beauty of his love for you and yours for him. Keep up the great commentary and honesty. You should be prime time. Best wishes to you n yours EDon D
Over the last couple days I have watch that post game interview probably 50 times. Because I also really liked how AB intervened on that question for CC. It was only a few games ago that at the post game interviews if CC was asked a question her teammates would just stare down out thier note sheets. Now you have them agreeing and also AB attentively listening when CC and others respond. It's great to see!
Caitlin's comment on boxing out was because she's not looking to see what everyone else is doing... she's chasing the rebound and looking to push the ball to one of them! They're playing great, but they need to box out more, hustle to the ball, and I've seen a lot of standing around! If you re-watch that game... Caitlin was flying in to grab those boards! Those practices are dying WONDERS for their team! They need to let Caitlin be the point guard at all times when she's in the game... Kelsey gets that ball, and you might not get it back! Clark should have had a triple double, and they should have won by more than 10!
@@robertparker3586I don’t think he is being racist. I wish the reporters would ask all the girls at the podium some questions. Obviously Clark will probably get more, but Kelsey and Boston both had good games and are there for a reason.
Great video. Very knowledgeable. Thing I liked most you said 2-3 times, picked up her guy, got her guy, defended her guy. You know they are female, women. We all know you know. We knew what you meant. You didn’t apologize, or correct yourself So you have not gone woke, or absurdly pc Fantastic
Thank you for creating this instructive, insightful video. This is my first season following the WNBA. To the extent I’m a fan of the Fever, your videos help me be a better fan.
Adrienne THANK YOU for your analysis and the way you present it. We are learning as new fans to the WNBA. We came to see the way CC and Iowa played because it is exciting and we are becoming acquainted with all the new to us players. It’s good to see the Fever coming together and playing as a team supporting each other. The Fever hopefully will keep it going and have some fun.
Great observations. Appreciate your insights. I'm one of those CC followers. And now a follower of the Fever. Love watching these women grow into good professionals, enjoying the fruits of it as they progress. When winning sets in, much of the CC media drama will be mitigated. Respect will settle most of those arguments.
Having watched all the games, I believe that starting with the Carter flagrant foul, the significant thing that happened was the Matt Barnes, Austin Rivers, Gil Arenas and some prominent women athletes retired, all called out her teammates and asking where are you to have your teammates back. The fans can say it, but other professionals saying it carries a different weight. And it was the 2nd, Chicago game that I saw positive signs. Not only did all rush to Caitlyn after the Reese flagrant, but starting that game I started to see them all smile, and acknowledging whenever a good play was made. I had not really seen that until that game. I am sure with the whole team and the brutal schedule against the best teams and getting whacked, didn't allow for much of that. But now getting some practice in between games, that's allowed them to understand and get better at fundamentals. But of course, success breeds success.
I love learning about the game in your videos. I love basketball, played, now watch…but I was never taught. Now I see. And now I want to watch even more other teams play to see what you are saying. Thank you for making these.
Love this breakdown Ms. Ross. I think I like the Fever more than my local NBA team. I started watching because of CC BUT have come to enjoy Boston, Mitchell, Wheeler, Smith and the whole team. I also love YOU.
Great analysis. Keep doing it. I was a Stanford fan back in the Pat Summit Era. Pat was amazing at getting the best out of her players. Pat, Geno, and Tara are in a league of their own.
Amazing breakdown. All these terms are foreign to me, I like listening to the press conference. But honestly most of the time I have no idea what is being spoken. I recently saw Aliyah Boston on a TJMaxx commercial. Before Caitlin Clark, I would have no idea who these players are, nice to see Boston is getting advertising deals too. I wish Kelsey would sit up more, her posture shows, she feels out of place with CC and AB. Thank you #TeamCaitlinClark 😌🙏🏽👩🏻🏀🌟🕊️
I'm an Iowa native, a Hawkeye ('83) and my wife and I only started watching the WNBA because mostly of Caitlin, but also Kate Martin, but Aliyah Boston won over our hearts, which started when she was hired to be a commentator at this years past Women's NCAA Final Four tournament. Aliyah has such a captivating personality, and it was a big plus to learn about her faith, that it's so easy to support her and be a fan of her, so it was painful to watch her struggle with her confidence. What we see now, is the real Aliyah Boston, her shining light is is breaking through that old basket for the whole world to see. This is what "tough" basketball is truly looks like: playing hard, playing fair with grace, dignity, humility, and pride, always looking to support and your teammates, unlike the thuggery that seems to be posing as "tough" on so many of the WNBA teams. When women who think they are men, try to act like men in the way they see "worldly" men act, they do come off as thugs, but since they can't see or have a relationship with the Creator's spirit, all they know is the spirit of the adversary (satan) so they are never exposed to how a true man of GOD actually behaves and acts in righteousness in all situations, the toughness that comes with God's love at its core.
How do you know what any of these players spiritual beliefs are? Do you have God’s notes? It’s people like you who turn people away from religion. I suggest you do a little more praying and reflecting on I don’t know, how about you start with passing false judgement.
Just hoping they admit why CC is love by fan so much and no more jealous and play for team...still frustrating CC not want shooting much ( because maybe coach don't give permission) and CC don't get many wide open look to shoot with her lovely teammate...seem coach and teammate don't know how to use CC like Steve Kerr to Steph curry
Oh on that defending comment from AB!!!!! I was falling in love with her even more deeply if possible.💗💗💗 Even their post game chemistry has shot up! Smiles on faces, stand up for what you do and back up your team mate to throw shine not shade!!!! I'm just sitting here smiling content and happy myself just because they have come so far. There is greatness in these 3 ladies.
Adrienne, what really good, detailed analysis of the team! Very interesting (esp you being a fan of the TVols and all) the sad and endearing story of the coach. I didn't know any of that, and am a fairly new women's BB sports fan, but I always can appreciate a knowledgeable and dedicated fan's perspective. Oh, and when you reviewed the boxing out, yes, they have been a lot better- was that Mitchel a couple times doing a great job too- I think that deserves a mention...👍 Subscribed.
They’re doing better but they still have a ways to go. There’s still some selfishness but it’s getting less and less. Winning Team basketball is about starting and keeping your best 5 players on the floor as much as possible and not letting favoritism get the better of you. I know everyone wants to play but there’s a reason why the starters are starters and role players are role players.
Let’s see what we do against the better team. Let’s see if we come out scoring seven great passes great defenses great screen and actually get some wins on the road for a change.
I started being a Boston fan when she was in college. She was a great player and always gave a classy and humble interview. I can say the same with Clark. It broke my heart early this season when I saw how poorly Boston was playing. I know she is a Christ follower, so I just kept praying for her and literally cry when I see how great she is playing now. I love watching her during press conferences whenever the media is asking CC tough or gotcha questions. I would love to know what she is thinking, lol.
I think someone from their coaching staff has been watching your videos and getting them back to the players. Bc the turn around and the things they needed to do such as better screens, blocking out and having each other’s back has exponentially improved in such a short time. I accidentally watched a Fever vs Mystics game from last year. However, I’m glad it happened bc the team from last year looked like a descent college team. This year’s Fever vs Mystics game looked like professionals.
That Aliyah Boston defense of Caitlin's passing and turnovers brings tears to my eyes. It is such a change from the first part of the season. After watching two or three of the last post game interviews with the media now I started watching because of Caitlin Clark, but I LOVE ALIYAH.
AB’s confidence and professionalism should have brought her to the beginning of the season in shape. She entered the season seriously lacking in conditioning so, she can go take a seat with comments. This is the same AB who laughed in CC’s face when CC got hip checked during a game. The game is not won in press conferences but on the court. AB should try defending CC on the court where it matters and practice setting effective screens. AB does not get a pass from me. She is the biggest body on the team, she needs to continue to her job! Mitchell’s body language sucks during press conferences. How about she sit up and look interested.
Maybe this a basketball women... really seem they jealous how fan love CC so much..but hope slowly admit why CC is superstar because style playing like Steph curry and good characters
I said basketball women because if that happens our boy team...you know we will make sure that not happening again...but for women fighting it not for everyone... maybe
I’m so shocked by the WNBA players reactions to Clark’s arrival in the league. The thuggery and hatefulness directed toward Clark, THEIR MEAL TICKET, IS apparent and appalling! Especially since most of these women went to college and should have some financial understanding or awareness that professional basketball is a “BUSINESS NOT JUST A GAME!” These women are being “PAID to PLAY by the FANS WHICH INCLUDE CLARK FANS (LIKE IT OR NOT) who watch them and buy their merchandise too!” If they do not understand this is MORE than JUST a GAME THIS IS A BUSINESS and their actions have negative consequences on the BUSINESS… you would think, their agents, coaches, and the league commissioner would EXPLAIN this to them! Clark is drawing thousands of new fans to watch them play too! When these players are telling these fans “to go away” because you don’t like to hear what they are saying when you ARE acting like a spoiled child you should get what you deserve! Benched until you learn to act like an ADULT and PLAY like an ADULT! What is good for CLARK IS GOOD FOR THE WNBA AND THESE WHINER SHOULD REALIZE IT OR GO PLAY OVERSEAS where THEY BELONG!
Adrienne.... you are really good in all phases of coverng the Fever. Your film breakdown of plays alone are gems. Coach Christie needs to start watching. Q: NBA players RUN to help a fallen teammate. On vicious Carter hip check... Aliyah slowly waddled to pick up CC... and had a smile on her way to her. WTF AND Dijonae who was mauling her all day appears to be the girlfr of Nalyssa Smith. You couldnt script this.😊
Aliyah said “WE SURE ARE” lmao that’s my girl!!! My heart exploded when I saw the look on CC face when Aliyah took up for her. But yes that’s how you know ALIYAH is a leader in that locker room, because this is a brand new team we are starting to see.
So much hate for CC! Rookie of the year Aliyah Boston didn’t learn how to set screens in college? Are you rationally saying that Dawn Staley didn’t teach her about screening for the point guard?!! Or boxing out? How about passing?
I saw Pat Summitt coach December 1998 v Tara VandeVeer/Stanford in Knoxville. We were huge fans of Summitt. Own several of her books. They are very inspiring.
Again, enjoyed your commentary, was waiting for it:) I appreciate you giving stat report on the players that got significant minutes in this one. It helps highlight each players impact for this team. As you know, Clark’s 5 points in 14 seconds was right after Mystic’s had tied the game, momentum switch, and we know b-ball is a game of momentum. Her rebounds often converted to open paint points, this can be one of their strengths against tough opponents. In this one, Mitchell was an offensive assassin and AB owned the paint, completely frustrating the opponent. Also, Ariel Atkins was a problem, Sides tried some different defensive options and Wheeler in the 4th slowed her down. That charge she took on a made basket was a big play and again momentum stopper for Mystic’s. It was good to see Wheeler have a good game and significant contributions on offense and defense, her assists were in 4th at key times. Mystics are a better team then their record reflects, good personnel and really well coached. I love your channel and enjoy talking basketball, so I hope your good with me adding my 2 cents. I don’t know anyone personally who has your expertise to engage with about the breakdown of a game. Look forward to tonight’s game, I know you are as well!!
Great great commentary!! Your knowledge of the game and how you break it down and pick it apart truly engages my interest. Just great work on your part! You come prepared and ready to share your insightful thoughts! Your delivery is instructive and stays on point! I’ve come to expect that in every video you put out! THANK YOU!
I discovered your channel about a month ago and have really been enjoying listening to your perspective and your analysis of Fever basketball. I appreciate how you explain the game and impart your knowledge to us. I look forward to your commentary after each game. Thank you!
I don't think it's that Boston corrected Clark, but the tone in which she corrected her. Us non-fans who are just getting into the game were listening to the talk about how little Clark was liked by other teams, her coach and her teammates. As a result, I would have expected Boston's comment to be snarky and angry (even though I know nothing about her). But it is like you said, earlier in the season Boston probably wouldn't have said anything, but as the team gels and her confidence reasserts itself, she felt comfortable correcting Clark in a playful manner and new fans get to see a little clearer who Aliyah Boston is as a person. They could end up as a really dynamic partnership. Also, I finally saw the Brink ACL news and I am gutted. I originally was only following the Fever, but was just beginning to follow the Sparks because of Brink.
Just a quick note...you spoke of the play where Wallace stole, passed to Clark who passed to Boston. It's the "no dribble" by Boston that was meaningful to me because all too often she puts the ball on the floor under the basket and loses the opportunity. Oh...and thanks for your analysis...I'm one of the millions who are new to this game only because of Clark.
Fever has some great players ❤ AB & whatever u say about CC, she is bringing recognition to other great players by default because even though CC fans r tuning for her, we r learning to recognize other great players as well.🎉🎉🎉
Boston and Clark have their timing down. In the video, you see Boston break for the basket off of the Wallace steal. Clark fakes a step back to freeze the defender and give Boston an extra second to get open. Pass, score. They are anticipating the other's moves.
I could listen to Adrienne Ross talk basketball all day long. I really don't like most of the shows on TV and the "big name" podcasts because they are more about generating conflict, talking about contracts, speculating about personalities, making "dead certain" predictions that are most often wrong etc. Meanwhile Adrienne is here talking basketball and bringing people to understand things that are happening on the court. I guess some people like to hear all that other stuff and controversy but I like hearing a knowledgeable person cover things like how to get better coming off screens, being aware of the importance of positioning your feet and your body weight to get better at quickly moving your feet in order to play better defense, how to move and position better without the ball when you're on offense etc. A really great job and a pleasure to listen to Adrienne.
Thank you, Adrienne. We see these post game interviews and gloss over some of the comments and miss exactly what is being said. You bring them to light.
🏀🏀🏀 Caitlin should go play overseas. Her fans would follow her, she would actually be appreciated by a league in another country, and the WNBA players, coaches, and analysts would get what they want, (which is Clark out of the league) and hopefully they would see what jealousy, anger, envy, and vitriol reaps . . . Win Win Win Win 🏀🏀🏀
That last moment between Aliyah and Caitlin was really wholesome ❤ Happy to see Aliyah win some confidence back.
Great break down
They need to bench Wallace and put Hull in. She is a better defender, better rebounder and can hit shots more consistantly
If not Hull....give Celeste Taylor a shot...she was Big Ten defensive player of the year. Actually all the players should get some playing time unless hurt. You want a well rounded team who can count on every player on your team.
I love Hull's defensive intensity, and I'm not sure why Celeste is "so bad," she can't get any playing time.
It’s great to see the camaraderie between the players as the season progresses. They are coming together and will do great things this year.
And I agree Pat Summit was the greatest. I have so much love and respect for her as a coach and person.
Aliyah is very likeable and I'm sure she'll have more fans and sponsorships and the WNBA lesbians are gonna hate on her too.
If AB can figure out the pick and roll. Positioning and setting more solid screens she will just open up the whole game. She even mentioned how CC is telling her positioning and what not. And one thing we saw early is her misreading the pick and roll.
This game it looked like she ifgured it out.
Coach Adrienne Ross is always articulate and passionate!
And Truthul!
First off AB is a sister in Christ which is awesome and she is a beast on the court!. I don't care what anyone says Kelsey likes Clark it's obvious she jokes around with her they're always together along with Smith
I'm not sure about Smith's loyalty as her girlfriend is on a rival team and that rival clearly has personal issue against Clark. I completely agree with the rest of your post.
Well I see improvement, but I'm not saying her teammates are going to defend her( except Lexie & Wallace) until I see a consistent front when it comes to the opponents thugs beating up on CC.
Try NOT calling Black women "thugs" for playing tough defense. 🙄😑@@jamesfreeman2258
@nomorenoless6156 That's ridiculous.
Nalyssa Smith is a necessary, talented, and very dedicated player trying to keep her team win.
Don't use your bias to insinuate that shed ever compromise her team because of a personal relationship with a player on another team.
That's not how the W works.
Instead, thank Dijonai for helping CC see that she needed to be specific with reporters, and denounce tge people being racist in her name.
Since then, the team has worked better together and have a real supportive team effort going.
My heart literally melted when Boston came to Clark's aid
She surely is trying to make up for her casual reaction to Caitlin getting knocked flat right at her feet. Her reaction was just as unacceptable as Angel Reese jumping for joy in the background.
@@galenhammond-x4j , I think you're over-exaggerating Boston's response. Besides, it's long past time to just move on.
@@MaymeIke I don't know.....she became the poster child for a lackadaisical response and I bet it's haunting her, she's a very good person. I can't imagine what she was thinking although there's no mistaking what Angel Reese was. Did you notice that the next time Caitlin was intentionally fouled that three of her teammates rushed to help her up?
Boston seems like a big teddy bear type. I don’t know if it’s in her personality to run up on a player. But she’s only 22. As she plays longer in the WNBA she will probably develop a little bit of a mean streak.
@@galenhammond-x4j I've heard people say that. I don't think I noticed it at the time, but the message is all over, so it looks like they're getting it. Of course, they may just be growing closer with time together, which could contribute to that also. ❤
I am seeing them jelling and acting like a team. They smiling laughing with each other etc. “Team” behavior. An media finally asking questions of all not just Caitlin.
I noticed that when general questions were asked, Caitlin didn’t answer. She purposely held back so her teammates could answer. She only answered when she was asked directly.
That's all teammates want.
You know what I like about your videos? You don’t just talk, you back up what you say. I am learning so much about basketball by just listening to what you have to say. You explain everything in so much detail! I think your videos are the best out there! Thank you!
I was going to say something along these lines because I'm a new fan and don't know the game....yet. But you said everything I was thinking lol.
Thank you Coach Ross for breaking it down for us newbs!
I'm an Iowan so I'm always going to support CC.
Totally agree with you
@@toothyhilt Wow! That means a lot. Thank you! And thank you to those who responded to your comment also. You all make this fun!
Well said and totally agree.
I always learn something from Adrienne.
Coach Ross, you’re making this whole fan experience for me MUCH more rewarding. Your understanding of the intricacies and the nuances…and your ability to deliver this back to us and share these with us really helps me appreciate what I have been experiencing at a much deeper, more intelligent level. WOW…thank you.
So so true.
Couldn't have said t better. Kudos Adrienne.
I like how Boston gave Clark confidence in her passing when she makes a bad pass. You can see the trust starting to build
It's nice to hear someone who knows the game and knows what they are talking about with basketball. Great information Adrienne knowing the game within the game. The team is starting to know each other's game and habits.
For these big sports channel shows sake, I hope they start picking you up as a guest. You’ve got the best evaluation of the game out there, and the only person really talking basketball. I’ve learned so much.
I noticed that too when I was watching the post game press conference. Aliyah's eyes when the reporter asked CC that question about the turnovers I was like oh that rubbed Aliyah wrong she didn't like that question lol. Then she spoke on it and defended her teammate. I was like yeah team chemistry going up 💪🏿
I loved the teasing that Caitlin did to Aliyah as they were leaving the table.
AB: ... when I have the opportunity, I'll just step back and take it.
CC: Step back.
AB: Just a simple step.
CC: Oh no no no. Just catch and shoot.
😂All smiles from KM, AB and CC.
She's right about turnovers 75% are not cc22 fault
I love it!! They are really becoming a team. Now if they can just hit those threes.... 🙂 It'll be so much fun Sunday watching Aliyah and Smith dealing with Angel Reese. I bet Aliyah is feeling pressure.
First off....
LOVE YOUR PROGRAM!
Especially how you dissect each game and show things that are usually missed. Thank you!
See how fast CC came into the screen after Lexi’s steal and then Aliyah. Shows who’s paying attention and hustle.
I’m sorry, Wallace.
I loved that when AB defended Caitlin. The smiles all around the table were priceless. I think they're a team now.
Lovin Mitchell’s speed and defense last 2-3 games
I saw Mitchell's boxing out in one of the videos today. Didn't realize, and it ups Mitchell's cred for me.
i still think sides isn't good enough . Clark could already be a coach with her understanding of game play
CC's basketball mind is razor sharp.
It seems Cairlin Clark is already functioning as a player coach. Unannounced, but in fact.
Being a good player doesn't make one a good coach. Most if the best coaches are the middle of the road players who had to learn the nuts and bolts of gameplay to be able to be competitive, because they had to compensate for lacking some of the gifted abilities the higher caliber players had.
Clark's greatness is her game IQ, she's playing chess and sees how plays can come about. Everything about her game is stellar and yet, she still has some distance to go to become truly great. And no Breanna Stewart, she does not need a national championship to be considered great.
@@thespadestable True. In fact, that used to be the overarching belief--that great players make horrible coaches.
AB is the best. She's really upped her game AND she seems like a truly nice person.
AB is a class act!
Samuelson could knock down those corner 3’s, I believe. Either her or Hull, so I think one of them should start instead of Wallace. Hull is probably the better defender between the two, but Samuelson is a good screen setter. She and Temi probably set the best screens for Clark.
I love Hull's defense!
I agree, Wallace, Hull and Berger have not impressed me with their shooting. Therefore this allows their defensive player to drop off and let them shoot and go double team the ball. Fagbenle definitely should start and this would get Smith and Boston even faster up and down the floor
Caitlin and team are doing great. When Temi gets back it will be awesome.
That could be the game changer
That could be triple doubles and MVPs and rings 😂
Temi runs the floor really well. Brings what Stuelke did at Iowa.
Temi and Smith have both been very supportive of Caitlyn, they both know they can trust her as a team player. GO FEVER❣️
Agree 100% They will need her when they go up against the other top teams- could be the difference maker...
And Samuelson, Wallace
LOVE YOU, COACH !!!.....YOUR VIDEOS ARE....LIFE !!!
Thank you!
@@theadriennerossshowthat's one game
Great video ... I agree with everything you said and also believe the team is really beginning to come together. I loved how Boston came to Clark's defense with the reporter!
I think the team is finally realizing CC is there to help everyone shine and score NOT to steal the spotlight all the time. It a good thing to see as they all grow together.
When I first started watching her play at Iowa (I'm from Iowa), the first thing I noticed was that her first thought when having the ball was not how she was going to get a shot off, but who was available to get the shot. She's definitely not a diva, but a team player.
On your second example of boxing out Kelsey Mitchell’s box out was the best one out of them all…..classic example of what a box out should look like. :) Nice job as always!!!
I was going to make this same comment. Kudos
Great comment. Totally agree!
At 9:09, looks like Kelsey is boxing out her opponent, too.
Yes, that was a complete box out by Mitchell. All3, Boston, Mitchell with solid box outs, and Clark with an effectice one farther out.
It was nice to see Boston's smile :)
Adrienne, I really like your analysis of the games and the players. I especially like your method of explaining the clips, showing the clips, then explaining again with slow motion. Love your method and appreciate your knowledge!❤
This was an awesome complete team game. The post interview was the most relaxed and pleasant I have seen so far this season. It was fabulous to see. Coach Summitt was number one and I still watch the Lady Vols too.
One of those missed passes was because AB was held and wasn't able to take the pass. It was also not called by the refs.
Loved that news conference. I have been praying God will bless AB so she will have a growing platform to speak about her faith. I believe it was in this new conference that she spoke of God without even thinking about it. Also did you notice on that Wallace steal that when she got the ball to Caitlin that two defenders were coming to Caitlin and that is when AB ran into the paint and got the pass. Beautiful play involving 3 players working together. That is the kind of basketball I love.
Your basketball analysis is fantastic. This is so refreshing to finally get into the details of the game. Definitely subscribing!
everyone is warming up to everyone
I love Aaliyah Boston !!! I’m so happy that she has her mojo back 💪🏼💪🏼
Hello me too..I never saw her play until this year and the first few games I saw her play she was God awful and I was wondering 🤔 how she was rookie of the year last year..but she really turned it around..she's running the floor much better, rebounding awesome, running the pick and Roll with Katlin, and even knocking down 3 points shots
Glad you emphasized blocking out. I was dying watching them in previous games holding arms up reaching for the ball around the basketball like I watching my 6th graders play. They're going to need to continue next game against Sky...Angel had something to prove w/18 rebounds against Dallas.
I’d ask you how many of angles rebounds are actually from her misses? That’s what really tells the story
@@victorforeman7056While that's often true with ANGEL, 18 rebounds is way too much to discredit her.
Keep blocking out Fever.
@victorforeman7056 doesn't matter...you gotta block out.
I enjoyed that interview with those three and liked the wide angle shot so you can see the reactions of all of them. I do not know from basketball except in the most basic of concepts, so your commentary here on both the elements of the game and the players in the interview was quite informative.
Thank you for this. I am watching the WNBA because of Caitlin Clark. I am learning to like the players on the Fever because of that. I really like Aliyah Boston already, and am liking the others more and more. It is nice to see this team coming together.
As always, I appreciate your keen observations and breakdowns. Keep up the great work.
I'm glad I found your videos - I really enjoy your content. Thank you for sharing your points of view - greatly appreciated 🙏 🙏
I saw Mitchell was still doing her own thing out there lol.
She definitely has talent. I think it will all come together as they continue to gel. She adds a lot to the team, even with some of the things that make me scratch my head. LOL!
Nobody really wants to speak on that though
Mitchell has improved a bit in passing to Caitlin. I've noticed she passes to her more than Wheeler does now. I don't mind Mitchell's 'ball hogginess' once in awhile, provided she finishes! 😄
@@theadriennerossshow She's part of the Big 3. She has a scorer's mentality and is the team's best one-on-one scorer, ball handler, and has the best speed.
@@benjaminsmith2287 She has a tremendous upside in spite of being a bit undisciplined. Her history (and present) reveal the scorer's mentality in her. Her speed is hard to contend with. Sometimes, I think it works against her, but I've always said I'd rather have to calm someone down a little than to try to light a fire under her.
I love this! I was hoping you would touch on this moment between Aliyah and Caitlin. Caitlin being left off the Olympic Team might have well been a slight, but I saw footage (I can’t remember if it was your channel or elsewhere) of the team going and hanging out with each other, taking pictures, etc while attending the Olympics. Maybe besides practice, they needed a chance to get more comfortable with each other just in general. I like Aliyah and hope we’ll see more great things from her, Caitlin, and the rest of the Fever. Thanks for your breakdown of the game, as usual! ❤
Adrienne, I've learned a TON from watching your videos. Thank you!! 👍🏻😀👍🏻 😊😊
In the one example you showed where AB is boxing out, I think that Mitchell actually is, too? Go girls! So many people have criticized Mitchell, even saying, "Oh she hates Caitlin!" (like they know! 🤦🏼♀️) but there seems to be a certain sweetness evident in Mitchell; I dunno...There's just something there about her that I want to give a chance to. My opinion - obviously conjecture, since I don't know her motivation - is that maybe it's just taken awhile to get to where she trusts Caitlin? She missed training camp, so she had to come right in to a game situation, having been kinda the team star last year and maybe not really understanding what her place is now. Maybe she's learning that CC is no threat to her and can actually be a great teammate, and friend. I hope so!
Anyway, thanks again, and blessings!
CC getting them Westbrook rebounds lol it's nice to see a pg crashing the boards though to get into a transition offense.
are the Bigs standing there allowing Russ to get those boards? go watch Steven Adams
Thank you again Adrienne! I am learning so much about basketball and enjoying it more. My daughter told me, "Daddy (who went to Heaven last year) would not believe that you are watching basketball!!!" Oh how I loved that post game press conference! Thank you again! Believing your supporters will continue to grow!
Thank you for sharing that with me, and my please accept my condolences for your loss. ❤
Miss Adrienne
As a Messianic Christian It is few and far between that YHWH blesses his children with His Shekinah Glory and makes it obvious. I see in you His blessings with the brilliance and beauty of his love for you and yours for him. Keep up the great commentary and honesty. You should be prime time.
Best wishes to you n yours
EDon D
Preach!!
Your husband is a very fortunate fellow Adrienne Ross.
Over the last couple days I have watch that post game interview probably 50 times. Because I also really liked how AB intervened on that question for CC. It was only a few games ago that at the post game interviews if CC was asked a question her teammates would just stare down out thier note sheets. Now you have them agreeing and also AB attentively listening when CC and others respond. It's great to see!
They played each other in college at the highest level, South Carolina was a class act!
Thanks for this, Adrienne, and kudos for the improved video quality too.
Caitlin's comment on boxing out was because she's not looking to see what everyone else is doing... she's chasing the rebound and looking to push the ball to one of them! They're playing great, but they need to box out more, hustle to the ball, and I've seen a lot of standing around! If you re-watch that game... Caitlin was flying in to grab those boards! Those practices are dying WONDERS for their team! They need to let Caitlin be the point guard at all times when she's in the game... Kelsey gets that ball, and you might not get it back! Clark should have had a triple double, and they should have won by more than 10!
this!!!❤
That's what we need from these young ladies
U know it's actually fun to listen to talk about CC and the Indiana Fever and it's only about basketball. I just wanted to thank u for that.
She has the same class as CC. doesn't engage in drama.
🏀 Aaliyah and Kelsey are smart and articulate. The interviewers need to let the other girls add their perspectives to the conversation 💕🕊🙏🏼
Classic racist comment.
@@robertparker3586I don’t think he is being racist. I wish the reporters would ask all the girls at the podium some questions. Obviously Clark will probably get more, but Kelsey and Boston both had good games and are there for a reason.
@@ShawnGlaze-gm4ce Boston had a good amount of questions. Kelsey needs some more.
@@robertparker3586Not necessarily. They are knowledgeable contributing players who can bring something to the conversation
You think? That's a given, seeing how it is that they are payed to be basketball players.
Great video. Very knowledgeable. Thing I liked most you said 2-3 times, picked up her guy, got her guy, defended her guy. You know they are female, women. We all know you know. We knew what you meant. You didn’t apologize, or correct yourself
So you have not gone woke, or absurdly pc
Fantastic
Thank you for creating this instructive, insightful video. This is my first season following the WNBA. To the extent I’m a fan of the Fever, your videos help me be a better fan.
Adrienne THANK YOU for your analysis and the way you present it. We are learning as new fans to the WNBA. We came to see the way CC and Iowa played because it is exciting and we are becoming acquainted with all the new to us players.
It’s good to see the Fever coming together and playing as a team supporting each other. The Fever hopefully will keep it going and have some fun.
Great observations. Appreciate your insights. I'm one of those CC followers. And now a follower of the Fever. Love watching these women grow into good professionals, enjoying the fruits of it as they progress. When winning sets in, much of the CC media drama will be mitigated. Respect will settle most of those arguments.
Having watched all the games, I believe that starting with the Carter flagrant foul, the significant thing that happened was the Matt Barnes, Austin Rivers, Gil Arenas and some prominent women athletes retired, all called out her teammates and asking where are you to have your teammates back. The fans can say it, but other professionals saying it carries a different weight. And it was the 2nd, Chicago game that I saw positive signs. Not only did all rush to Caitlyn after the Reese flagrant, but starting that game I started to see them all smile, and acknowledging whenever a good play was made. I had not really seen that until that game. I am sure with the whole team and the brutal schedule against the best teams and getting whacked, didn't allow for much of that. But now getting some practice in between games, that's allowed them to understand and get better at fundamentals. But of course, success breeds success.
I love learning about the game in your videos. I love basketball, played, now watch…but I was never taught. Now I see. And now I want to watch even more other teams play to see what you are saying. Thank you for making these.
I learn a lot from you boxing out thanks so much it’s much appreciated. What do you think about Christie Sides I just don’t care for her.
I'm on record as saying she can't coach CC. Maybe she'll prove us wrong.
Love this breakdown Ms. Ross. I think I like the Fever more than my local NBA team. I started watching because of CC BUT have come to enjoy Boston, Mitchell, Wheeler, Smith and the whole team. I also love YOU.
Great analysis. Keep doing it.
I was a Stanford fan back in the Pat Summit Era. Pat was amazing at getting the best out of her players.
Pat, Geno, and Tara are in a league of their own.
Amazing breakdown. All these terms are foreign to me, I like listening to the press conference. But honestly most of the time I have no idea what is being spoken. I recently saw Aliyah Boston on a TJMaxx commercial. Before Caitlin Clark, I would have no idea who these players are, nice to see Boston is getting advertising deals too. I wish Kelsey would sit up more, her posture shows, she feels out of place with CC and AB. Thank you #TeamCaitlinClark 😌🙏🏽👩🏻🏀🌟🕊️
I'm an Iowa native, a Hawkeye ('83) and my wife and I only started watching the WNBA because mostly of Caitlin, but also Kate Martin, but Aliyah Boston won over our hearts, which started when she was hired to be a commentator at this years past Women's NCAA Final Four tournament. Aliyah has such a captivating personality, and it was a big plus to learn about her faith, that it's so easy to support her and be a fan of her, so it was painful to watch her struggle with her confidence. What we see now, is the real Aliyah Boston, her shining light is is breaking through that old basket for the whole world to see. This is what "tough" basketball is truly looks like: playing hard, playing fair with grace, dignity, humility, and pride, always looking to support and your teammates, unlike the thuggery that seems to be posing as "tough" on so many of the WNBA teams. When women who think they are men, try to act like men in the way they see "worldly" men act, they do come off as thugs, but since they can't see or have a relationship with the Creator's spirit, all they know is the spirit of the adversary (satan) so they are never exposed to how a true man of GOD actually behaves and acts in righteousness in all situations, the toughness that comes with God's love at its core.
How do you know what any of these players spiritual beliefs are? Do you have God’s notes? It’s people like you who turn people away from religion. I suggest you do a little more praying and reflecting on I don’t know, how about you start with passing false judgement.
Now that they’ve spoken up, the players have to continue and not go backwards.
Just hoping they admit why CC is love by fan so much and no more jealous and play for team...still frustrating CC not want shooting much ( because maybe coach don't give permission) and CC don't get many wide open look to shoot with her lovely teammate...seem coach and teammate don't know how to use CC like Steve Kerr to Steph curry
Oh on that defending comment from AB!!!!! I was falling in love with her even more deeply if possible.💗💗💗 Even their post game chemistry has shot up! Smiles on faces, stand up for what you do and back up your team mate to throw shine not shade!!!! I'm just sitting here smiling content and happy myself just because they have come so far. There is greatness in these 3 ladies.
Adrienne, what really good, detailed analysis of the team! Very interesting (esp you being a fan of the TVols and all) the sad and endearing story of the coach. I didn't know any of that, and am a fairly new women's BB sports fan, but I always can appreciate a knowledgeable and dedicated fan's perspective. Oh, and when you reviewed the boxing out, yes, they have been a lot better- was that Mitchel a couple times doing a great job too- I think that deserves a mention...👍 Subscribed.
They’re doing better but they still have a ways to go. There’s still some selfishness but it’s getting less and less. Winning Team basketball is about starting and keeping your best 5 players on the floor as much as possible and not letting favoritism get the better of you. I know everyone wants to play but there’s a reason why the starters are starters and role players are role players.
Let’s see what we do against the better team. Let’s see if we come out scoring seven great passes great defenses great screen and actually get some wins on the road for a change.
I started being a Boston fan when she was in college. She was a great player and always gave a classy and humble interview. I can say the same with Clark. It broke my heart early this season when I saw how poorly Boston was playing. I know she is a Christ follower, so I just kept praying for her and literally cry when I see how great she is playing now. I love watching her during press conferences whenever the media is asking CC tough or gotcha questions. I would love to know what she is thinking, lol.
It’s great to see this team getting better with each practice and are really working together to win games !! Let’s Go Fever !!!❤❤❤
Listening to you talk fever basketball was truly refreshing. Ill def be tuning in to your channel instead of any of the sports shows on tv.
I think someone from their coaching staff has been watching your videos and getting them back to the players. Bc the turn around and the things they needed to do such as better screens, blocking out and having each other’s back has exponentially improved in such a short time. I accidentally watched a Fever vs Mystics game from last year. However, I’m glad it happened bc the team from last year looked like a descent college team. This year’s Fever vs Mystics game looked like professionals.
That Aliyah Boston defense of Caitlin's passing and turnovers brings tears to my eyes. It is such a change from the first part of the season. After watching two or three of the last post game interviews with the media now I started watching because of Caitlin Clark, but I LOVE ALIYAH.
AB’s confidence and professionalism should have brought her to the beginning of the season in shape. She entered the season seriously lacking in conditioning so, she can go take a seat with comments. This is the same AB who laughed in CC’s face when CC got hip checked during a game. The game is not won in press conferences but on the court. AB should try defending CC on the court where it matters and practice setting effective screens. AB does not get a pass from me. She is the biggest body on the team, she needs to continue to her job!
Mitchell’s body language sucks during press conferences. How about she sit up and look interested.
Maybe this a basketball women... really seem they jealous how fan love CC so much..but hope slowly admit why CC is superstar because style playing like Steph curry and good characters
I said basketball women because if that happens our boy team...you know we will make sure that not happening again...but for women fighting it not for everyone... maybe
I’m so shocked by the WNBA players reactions to Clark’s arrival in the league. The thuggery and hatefulness directed toward Clark, THEIR MEAL TICKET, IS apparent and appalling!
Especially since most of these women went to college and should have some financial understanding or awareness that professional basketball is a “BUSINESS NOT JUST A GAME!” These women are being “PAID to PLAY by the FANS WHICH INCLUDE CLARK FANS (LIKE IT OR NOT) who watch them and buy their merchandise too!”
If they do not understand this is MORE than JUST a GAME THIS IS A BUSINESS and their actions have negative consequences on the BUSINESS… you would think, their agents, coaches, and the league commissioner would EXPLAIN this to them!
Clark is drawing thousands of new fans to watch them play too! When these players are telling these fans “to go away” because you don’t like to hear what they are saying when you ARE acting like a spoiled child you should get what you deserve! Benched until you learn to act like an ADULT and PLAY like an ADULT!
What is good for CLARK IS GOOD FOR THE WNBA AND THESE WHINER SHOULD REALIZE IT OR GO PLAY OVERSEAS where THEY BELONG!
Love your top...great lip stick color...enjoy your commentary & break down of the games...
Thanks for a great show.
Everyone is talking about CC, but you are the only one talking about BASKETBALL. Love it, keep up the great insightful vids!
Coach Ross, I love your video breakdowns. 🏀
Adrienne.... you are really good in all phases of coverng the Fever.
Your film breakdown of plays alone are gems. Coach Christie needs to start watching.
Q: NBA players RUN to help a fallen teammate. On vicious Carter hip check... Aliyah slowly waddled to pick up CC... and had a smile on her way to her. WTF
AND Dijonae who was mauling her all day appears to be the girlfr of Nalyssa Smith.
You couldnt script this.😊
Aliyah said “WE SURE ARE” lmao that’s my girl!!! My heart exploded when I saw the look on CC face when Aliyah took up for her. But yes that’s how you know ALIYAH is a leader in that locker room, because this is a brand new team we are starting to see.
So much hate for CC! Rookie of the year Aliyah Boston didn’t learn how to set screens in college? Are you rationally saying that Dawn Staley didn’t teach her about screening for the point guard?!! Or boxing out? How about passing?
I saw Pat Summitt coach December 1998 v Tara VandeVeer/Stanford in Knoxville. We were huge fans of Summitt. Own several of her books. They are very inspiring.
Again, enjoyed your commentary, was waiting for it:) I appreciate you giving stat report on the players that got significant minutes in this one. It helps highlight each players impact for this team. As you know, Clark’s 5 points in 14 seconds was right after Mystic’s had tied the game, momentum switch, and we know b-ball is a game of momentum. Her rebounds often converted to open paint points, this can be one of their strengths against tough opponents. In this one, Mitchell was an offensive assassin and AB owned the paint, completely frustrating the opponent. Also, Ariel Atkins was a problem, Sides tried some different defensive options and Wheeler in the 4th slowed her down. That charge she took on a made basket was a big play and again momentum stopper for Mystic’s. It was good to see Wheeler have a good game and significant contributions on offense and defense, her assists were in 4th at key times. Mystics are a better team then their record reflects, good personnel and really well coached. I love your channel and enjoy talking basketball, so I hope your good with me adding my 2 cents. I don’t know anyone personally who has your expertise to engage with about the breakdown of a game. Look forward to tonight’s game, I know you are as well!!
Great great commentary!! Your knowledge of the game and how you break it down and pick it apart truly engages my interest. Just great work on your part! You come prepared and ready to share your insightful thoughts! Your delivery is instructive and stays on point! I’ve come to expect that in every video you put out! THANK YOU!
I discovered your channel about a month ago and have really been enjoying listening to your perspective and your analysis of Fever basketball. I appreciate how you explain the game and impart your knowledge to us. I look forward to your commentary after each game. Thank you!
I don't think it's that Boston corrected Clark, but the tone in which she corrected her. Us non-fans who are just getting into the game were listening to the talk about how little Clark was liked by other teams, her coach and her teammates. As a result, I would have expected Boston's comment to be snarky and angry (even though I know nothing about her). But it is like you said, earlier in the season Boston probably wouldn't have said anything, but as the team gels and her confidence reasserts itself, she felt comfortable correcting Clark in a playful manner and new fans get to see a little clearer who Aliyah Boston is as a person. They could end up as a really dynamic partnership.
Also, I finally saw the Brink ACL news and I am gutted. I originally was only following the Fever, but was just beginning to follow the Sparks because of Brink.
Great content! Everybody is playing better. I love watching their improvements from game to game too. Time together and practices making a difference!
Just a quick note...you spoke of the play where Wallace stole, passed to Clark who passed to Boston. It's the "no dribble" by Boston that was meaningful to me because all too often she puts the ball on the floor under the basket and loses the opportunity. Oh...and thanks for your analysis...I'm one of the millions who are new to this game only because of Clark.
Excellent analysis. Great visuals. The more i watch, the more i like your show. Thank you
Fever has some great players ❤ AB & whatever u say about CC, she is bringing recognition to other great players by default because even though CC fans r tuning for her, we r learning to recognize other great players as well.🎉🎉🎉
Boston and Clark have their timing down. In the video, you see Boston break for the basket off of the Wallace steal. Clark fakes a step back to freeze the defender and give Boston an extra second to get open. Pass, score. They are anticipating the other's moves.
I could listen to Adrienne Ross talk basketball all day long. I really don't like most of the shows on TV and the "big name" podcasts because they are more about generating conflict, talking about contracts, speculating about personalities, making "dead certain" predictions that are most often wrong etc. Meanwhile Adrienne is here talking basketball and bringing people to understand things that are happening on the court. I guess some people like to hear all that other stuff and controversy but I like hearing a knowledgeable person cover things like how to get better coming off screens, being aware of the importance of positioning your feet and your body weight to get better at quickly moving your feet in order to play better defense, how to move and position better without the ball when you're on offense etc. A really great job and a pleasure to listen to Adrienne.
So happy I found your show to listen too, love how you break things down and explain it.❤
Thank you, Adrienne. We see these post game interviews and gloss over some of the comments and miss exactly what is being said. You bring them to light.
🏀🏀🏀 Caitlin should go play overseas. Her fans would follow her, she would actually be appreciated by a league in another country, and the WNBA players, coaches, and analysts would get what they want, (which is Clark out of the league) and hopefully they would see what jealousy, anger, envy, and vitriol reaps . . . Win Win Win Win 🏀🏀🏀
That press conference gave me the warm and fuzzies. Let's Go Fever!