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Does Napheesa Collier's Injury Impact the WNBA MVP Race?
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Aug 12, 202553:08
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Zena, Ben, and Sabreena break down the start to WNBA Rivals Week – discussing some key injuries around the W that have dampened excitement for some of these matchups. They also touch upon A'ja Wilson's historic night, and how DiJonai Carrington and Brittney Sykes are making an impact on their new teams.
Then, the crew turns their attention to who could be the 2025 WNBA MVP. What gets factored into making that decision? How much does win percentage matter? And is Napheesa Collier still the frontrunner despite missing some time with her recent injury?
Plus, Ben walks the crew through his reporting on a WNBA tradition: the post-practice half court shot contest.
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References:
Indiana Fever lose guards Sydney Colson and Aari McDonald for the season by Sabreena Merchant
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6546038/2025/08/11/aja-wilson-wnba-history-30-points-20-rebounds/ by Rebecca Tauber
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6539678/2025/08/11/wnba-halfcourt-shots-practices-fever-liberty/ by Ben Pickman
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6546028/2025/08/11/wnba-power-rankings-minnesota-lynx-trade-deadline/ by Sabreena Merchant
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