Ben and Sabreena dig into the details behind another big reporting project: Future Power Rankings in the WNBA. How might WNBA teams stack up against each other in five years? Which franchises are poised to be the most successful? Ben and Sabreena share the methodology behind it all – from weighting players and coaches to draft picks and facilities – and give a window into the W’s future. Plus, thoughts on the Portland Fire announcement and some truly strange league rules around players wearing hats on the sidelines.

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References:

Caitlin Clark leaves Fever victory with groin injury ahead of All-Star Game by James Boyd

Why did the WNBA issue a fine warning for a player wearing a sideline hat? by Ben Pickman

Which WNBA franchises do players say are the worst- and best-run? by Sabreena Merchant and Ben Pickman

WNBA future franchise rankings: The Fever are on top, but who is chasing Caitlin Clark and Co.? by Sabreena Merchant and Ben Pickman

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