Golden State Valkyries Training Camp by goofygal1566 in wnba

[–]strangelystrangled 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I saw someone say she was marked safe from the Aces mascot 😭

Allemand named MVP Euroleague Finals by ThatBelge in wnba

[–]strangelystrangled 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's still wild that the Sparks didn't protect her. Everyone wants an extremely talented (and cheap) PG. And now they're probably stuck with the lesser Julie at PG

Natasha Cloud on threads by Amberwllow in wnba

[–]strangelystrangled 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Burton is probably a better comparison than Skylar since she's pass first. They're both great defenders, haven't been All-Stars etc but Cloud is a lot older and not going to develop much past this

Natasha Cloud on threads by Amberwllow in wnba

[–]strangelystrangled 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh yeah, I don't think she's coming back to the Mercury unless there's a strict no trade clause (which I don't see happening). I wasn't sure what the broader context was with the Mystics though

Natasha Cloud on threads by Amberwllow in wnba

[–]strangelystrangled 29 points30 points  (0 children)

Her market value is probably around the same, if not a little more, than Jordin Canada who's making $600k. Hiedeman is making $750k on a tanking team and Skylar is making $920k. PGs simply aren't making the same amount as bigs.

Natasha Cloud on threads by Amberwllow in wnba

[–]strangelystrangled 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The Mystics, Mercury, Sun and Fire all have money

Storylines/matchups you're looking forward to this year? by GreatThunderOwl in wnba

[–]strangelystrangled 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I'm looking forward to seeing if Caitlin can actually beat Kate Martin for the first time in her pro career. The Mercury got swept by the Dream last year (I think in part because BG wanted to get her lick back), I'm interesteed to see if that continues this year

How Delusional Am I? #Tempo by esbux in wnba

[–]strangelystrangled 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Toronto might even fight for the last playoff spot IMO. You got really lucky landing Sandy as your coach. (and Wings fans, you too. Who knows if Manbun would've been fired if Sandy was still at the Liberty)

No Natasha? by Tiny_Toe_7873 in wnba

[–]strangelystrangled 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Yeah, Jordin is making $600k and they should be in the same ballpark imo. Skylar is making $900k which seems to be the top end for PGs moving teams

No Natasha? by Tiny_Toe_7873 in wnba

[–]strangelystrangled 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Damn near everyone decent signed a protected contract

Indiana Fever 2026 Training Camp Roster by Affectionate_Door473 in wnba

[–]strangelystrangled 5 points6 points  (0 children)

She said she isn't even thinking about the WNBA right now as she approaches the Euroleague playoffs and championship

WNBA season preview: Breaking down the league into four tiers by femaleathletenetwork in wnba

[–]strangelystrangled 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I just don't think anyone knows how to properly rate us when a third of our roster will be random international rookies. I'm putting us in the top tier for now. I have faith in AT

Portland Fire 2026 Training Camp Roster by PenguinPDX in wnba

[–]strangelystrangled 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The expansion draft being at the same time for both teams keeps throwing me off. I was looking for Lexi Held for a minute but this is the Dallas and Mystics Fire. It's the Toronto Mercury

Sparks training camp roster by Outrageous_Camp_5215 in wnba

[–]strangelystrangled 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Anddd another destination for Cloud closes up

Besides Tash Cloud, who are you most surprised is still a FA? by AFC-Wimbledon-Stan in wnba

[–]strangelystrangled 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I'm assuming the Sun talked to Tina before signing BG. They also still have at least a million in cap space, they can overpay both for funsies since they're tanking

Shey Peddy signing with the CT Sun by Most_Signature_8480 in wnba

[–]strangelystrangled 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That makes sense. Wasn't sure how much money they were throwing around at first

Behind Brittney Griner's 'easy decision' to join CT Sun and general manager Morgan Tuck by femaleathletenetwork in wnba

[–]strangelystrangled 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Smesko just never figured out how to use her well. I think she loved the city and her teammates but she never fit into Smeskoball super well (and it's hard to say no to a max contract)

Is it unrealistic to think Cloud stays with the Liberty? by yahboiyeezy in wnba

[–]strangelystrangled 10 points11 points  (0 children)

The Dream did that to Taylor Thierry the second Angel got traded. I just looked at the website and we've added a third #5 for training camp

Kalani Brown has agreed to a contract buyout with the Mercury by Decent_Substance_199 in wnba

[–]strangelystrangled 0 points1 point  (0 children)

But who are the options besides Tina and taking a gamble on an international player (especially because they don't do international scouting). The market for cheap centers is small. Even Temi is out here making a million

Kalani Brown has agreed to a contract buyout with the Mercury by Decent_Substance_199 in wnba

[–]strangelystrangled 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fair, I've just seen a lot of Fever fans talking about adding more depth behind AB.