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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 22h

NEW: In June, the Aces dropped 5 of 6 games, including a 27-point loss to the Golden State Valkyries.

It's hard to believe where they are now.

Inside the WNBA's best comeback:
www.theoffside.com/comeback-rep...

Inside the greatest comeback in the WNBA

The Las Vegas Aces were out of the playoff picture just a few months ago. Now, they’re dominating the WNBA Finals. How did they get here?

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 1d

NEW: The situation between Napheesa Collier and Cathy Engelbert is becoming increasingly dicey.

”For her to start her speech saying she has the utmost respect for me and for the players, and then to turn around and call me a liar three minutes later.."
www.sbnation.com/womens-sport...

Napheesa Collier reveals why she cancelled Cathy Engelbert meeting

The situation between Collier and Engelbert is becoming increasingly dicey.

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 1d

New You Got Boston episode out now on @CelticsCLNS!

I caught up with Chris Boucher and dove into what he brings to the Celtics.

Plus, some other training camp takeaways!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=s9TM...

How Chris Boucher will IMPACT Celtics | You Got Boston w/ Noa Dalzell

YouTube video by CLNS Media Boston Sports Network

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 2d

NEW: Jackie Young and A'ja Wilson just combined for the 62 points - and the Las Vegas Aces are on the cusp of their third WNBA title in four seasons:
www.sbnation.com/womens-sport...

The Las Vegas Aces are doing it again

Thanks to massive performances by Jackie Young and A’ja Wilson, the Aces have a 2-0 lead in the WNBA Finals.

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 3d

NEW FEATURE: I sat down with Chris Boucher to discuss his acclimation to Boston & how Joe Mazzulla jumped at the chance to attend his baptism in Montreal.

“His eyes lit up. He was like, ‘Yeah, I want to come to that.’”

How Boucher already feels at home:
www.celticsblog.com/articles/122...

The Celtics’ oldest player feels right at home after trip with Joe Mazzulla

Chris Boucher discussed his acclimation to Boston and his relationship with Joe Mazzulla in an exclusive conversation with CelticsBlog.

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Bobby Manning @realbobmanning.bsky.social · 3d

Do the #Celtics have the players to play more physical defense this year (like the #Thunder)?

They're going to try, so @noadalzell.bsky.social & I discussed. #TheGardenReport
youtu.be/vfWBYEx7cDU

Celtics reveal COMPLETELY NEW play style | Garden Report Practice Update

YouTube video by CLNS Media Boston Sports Network

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 4d

NEW: Entering Friday night, Dana Evans and Jewell Loyd were each averaging just over 7 points per game in these playoffs.

In Game 1 of the WNBA Finals, the bench duo combined for an astonishing 39 points.

"It comes as no surprise.”
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The 2 reasons why the Aces won Game 1 of the WNBA Finals

Dana Evans and Jewell Loyd combined for 39 points off the bench for the Aces — propelling them to a massive Game 1 win.

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 5d

NEW: Celtics players have spent all summer at the practice facility integrating new faces after an offseason of change.

"We're trying to build a family."

The result?

"This is the hardest training camp I’ve seen."

Inside Celtics training camp ⬇️
www.celticsblog.com/articles/122...

Celtics training camp is different this year — how Joe Mazzulla, Jaylen Brown are setting the tone

After a summer of dramatic change, Celtics training camp is filled with new faces and new energy: “We’re trying to build a family.”

www.celticsblog.com

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 6d

NEW: My predictions for what should be an excellent WNBA Finals series:
www.sbnation.com/womens-sport...

Predicting the WNBA Finals outcome between Aces, Mercury

The Las Vegas Aces and Phoenix Mercury are set to face off in a best-of-seven WNBA Finals beginning Friday.

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 6d

Was so fun to join!

Myles @mylesehrlich.bsky.social · 6d

For episode 66 of Pull Up, we’re joined by @noadalzell.bsky.social to preview this awesome Aces/Mercury Finals series. We also discuss Phee’s rebuke of league leadership and Noa’s path to the W. In this clip, she shares the importance of fan feedback in storytelling.
Links below! 🔗👇

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 6d

EW: Unrivaled has revealed the names of 46 of 48 participating players.

The full list, plus several notable omissions who could be in the final stages of contract negotiations:
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Unrivaled is almost done revealing players — and there’s 1 notable omission

Angel Reese, a standout from Unrivaled’s inaugural season, has yet to commit to Year 2. Here’s which WNBA players will headline Unrivaled’s upcoming season.

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 7d

My thoughts on an incredibly special Indiana Fever playoff runs, now on @WNBAonCLNS:
youtu.be/rOJCWImVhf0?...

MAGICAL Indiana Fever Playoff Run ENDS | WNBA Today on CLNS

YouTube video by WNBA Today on CLNS

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 7d

NEW: A’ja Wilson and Jackie Young are quietly having the best playoff runs of their WNBA careers.

Young is averaging 20.5 points and 5.3 assists on 54.1% shooting — up from 13.8 points on 37.5% last year.

More:
www.sbnation.com/womens-sport...

2 Aces players are having the best playoff run of their WNBA careers — and now they’re in the Finals

Come fan with us. SB Nation is the largest independent sports media brand, consisting of SBNation.com, MMAFighting.com and over 300 fan-centric team communities.

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 7d

My thoughts on Napheesa Collier’s statement today on @WNBAonCLNS at 8pm:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jhss...

Napheesa Collier reveals Cathy Englebert's STUNNING Caitlin Clark Comments | WNBA Today on CLNS

YouTube video by WNBA Today on CLNS

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 8d

NEW: Unrivaled has already revealed that 11 new players will participate in Year 2, and it's a list that includes breakout players, MVP finalists, All-Stars, and more:
www.sbnation.com/womens-sport...

Unrivaled reveals 11 new WNBA players joining next season

Paige Bueckkers, Kelsey Mitchell, and Veronica Burton headline the new

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 8d

NEW: In his first media availability as a Celtic, Anfernee Simons made one thing clear: he wants to contribute to winning.

"Being in this type of environment is going to bring the best out in me."

For @celticsblog.bsky.social:
www.celticsblog.com/articles/121...

Anfernee Simons opens up on Celtics trade: “I want to win”

In his first media availability as a Celtic, Anfernee Simons made one thing clear: he wants to contribute to winning.

www.celticsblog.com

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 9d

NEW: One of the coolest moments of today's Fever-Aces game was Gainbridge Fieldhouse erupting into MVP chants with Kelsey Mitchell at the line.

Mitchell, the WNBA's 2nd-leading scorer these playoffs, soaked it in.

“She’s finally getting her flowers."
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The coolest moment of Aces-Fever came in the final seconds

Fans at Gainbridge Fieldhouse recognized Kelsey Mitchell with “MVP” chants with a Game 4 win just seconds away.

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 9d

Going live at 2:15pm on You Got Boston to discuss Al Horford's official departure to the Warriors.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=6mFO...

Al Horford SIGNS with the Warriors - You Got Boston w/ Noa Dalzell

YouTube video by CLNS Media Boston Sports Network

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 10d

Celtics media day is tomorrow!

We'll hear from a bunch of Celtics players (most of the presumed rotation) and Joe Mazzulla.

What do you want to know?

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 10d

NEW: Cheryl Reeve has been suspended for Game 4 for her "comments and conduct" after Game 3.

More here: www.sbnation.com/womens-sport...

A disastrous Minnesota Lynx situation just got much worse

Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve was just suspended for Game 4 against the Phoenix Mercury.

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 11d

NEW: On Friday night, the Phoenix Mercury looked every bit like WNBA champions.

Their Big 3 - Alyssa Thomas, Kahleah Copper, and Satou Sabally - combined for 65 points.

And, the "others" have given them what they've needed during this run.

More:
www.sbnation.com/womens-sport...

The Phoenix Mercury could win it all — and there’s a good reason why

Satou Sabally, Alyssa Thomas, and Kahleah Copper put on a show on Friday night. In a few weeks, they could be WNBA champions.

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 11d

If you're curious about the behind-the-scenes of WNBA officiating, I wrote a deep dive a few months back!
www.sbnation.com/2025/1/3/243...

How WNBA referees are scouted, trained, and held accountable, explained

The experts overseeing WNBA officiating explain everything you’ve ever wondered about the job in an exclusive sitdown with SB Nation.

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 11d

NEW: Cheryl Reeve went nuclear in her postgame press conference, calling tonight's crew "fucking awful."

"I want to call for a change of leadership at the league level when it comes to officiating."

More:
www.sbnation.com/womens-sport...

Cheryl Reeve just had an all-time WNBA press conference

The Minnesota Lynx head coach sounded off about officiating after her team’s 84-76 loss to the Phoenix Mercury.

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 11d

NEW: The Celtics have signed Wendell Moore Jr to an Exhibit 10, finalizing their training camp roster.

Moore Jr. stood out at Summer League for the Orlando Magic, and was on a two-way contract with the Charlotte Hornets last season.

More here:
www.celticsblog.com/articles/121...

Celtics sign former Duke standout, finalizing training camp roster

Wendell Moore Jr, who was on a two-way contract with the Charlotte Hornets last season, joins the Celtics for training camp.

www.celticsblog.com

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Noa Dalzell @noadalzell.bsky.social · 12d

NEW: In addition to Unrivaled, there's another offseason women's basketball league that will keep WNBA players in the US in the offseason: Athletes Unlimited.

Already, Athletes Unlimited has shared the names of 5 rookies who will be participating.

More:
www.sbnation.com/womens-sport...

5 WNBA rookies will play in Unrivaled offseason alternative — including former UConn star

Te-Hina Paopao, Aneesah Morrow, Kaitlyn Chen, and other WNBA rookies will lace up for Athletes Unlimited in Nashville this WNBA offseason.

www.sbnation.com

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