WNBA delete viral social media post, Alisha Gray shines in the 4th, AT wins it for Merc [8kySGgK0dJ4]
The Atlanta Dream pulled off one of the wildest comebacks of the WNBA season, erasing a 15 point deficit and stunning the Dallas Wings behind a fourth-quarter takeover from Allisha Gray. Angel Reese delivered a complete performance with 22 points, 12 rebounds, four assists and four steals, while Rhyne Howard hit a massive three to keep Atlanta alive. Then everything changed after Arike Ogunbowale was called for a flagrant foul on Gray’s three-point attempt. Gray made the free throws, Atlanta kept possession, and the All-Star finished the comeback with an incredible game-winning shot. We’re breaking down how Dallas let a six-point lead disappear, what went wrong on the Wings’ final possession and why this talented Dream team is still difficult to figure out. We also discuss the Phoenix Mercury’s foul-filled victory over the Golden State Valkyries. Golden State committed 34 fouls and sent Phoenix to the free-throw line 43 times as Alyssa Thomas and DeWanna Bonner helped the Mercury close out the game. Then we get into the controversy surrounding Angel Reese and Paige Bueckers’ joking $400 wager. The WNBA promoted the conversation on its own social-media account before deleting the post, even though the league’s CBA contains specific rules concerning players wagering on WNBA games. Was this simply harmless trash talk between two young stars? Did it technically violate league rules? Should the players receive a warning, or should the WNBA leave the situation alone after creating the controversy itself? Finally, I explain why I don’t believe active WNBA players should be working on game broadcasts and why the growing influence of sports betting continues to create uncomfortable situations for players, fans and leagues. Let me know what y’all think in the comments! CHAPTERS 00:00 Allisha Gray completes Atlanta’s comeback 01:09 Welcome to Quita in the Morning 02:34 Phoenix Mercury vs. Golden State Valkyries 04:39 Golden State commits 34 fouls 07:05 Alyssa Thomas and Phoenix take control 17:26 Atlanta Dream vs. Dallas Wings 18:10 Angel Reese dominates Dallas 21:13 Allisha Gray takes over the fourth quarter 27:12 Arike Ogunbowale’s flagrant changes everything 28:41 Allisha Gray wins it and Dallas falls apart 32:37 Angel Reese and Paige Bueckers’ $400 wager 37:38 Why the WNBA deleted its own post 49:59 What the WNBA CBA says about wagering 59:38 Should active players call WNBA games? 1:03:57 The growing problem with sports betting #WNBA #AngelReese #PaigeBueckers