The WNBA All Stars made a statement with just six words on a black shirt that read, “Pay Us What You Owe Us.” The tension continues to mount between the league and its players, who are asking for better pay and work conditions in their new CBA. But after an awkward press conference – where one All Star threw another under the bus – fans were left wondering what the strategy is and how they’ll accomplish it without some solidarity. 

In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: 

A long recap of Caroline’s wedding and mini-moon and an even longer recap about Blake’s trip to the All Star Game 

The real story behind the Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd hard launch 

Which celebs – and how many – make a cameo in the Happy Gilmore sequel 

Why the Bills were chosen for Hard Knocks despite having a great record

Where A’ja Wilson keeps her Olympic gold medals, a year out from the Paris Olympics

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Meg thee Stallion is the newest NBA WAG. While we love to see our girl happy, we’re a little concerned about what it all means for Hot Girl Summer going forward. Across the pond, Swiatek and Sinner swept the Wimby finals, and the Royal family got first-row seats to the action…except for seven-year-old Prince Louis, who respectfully declined to show face. He’s not beating the iPad kid allegations.

In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: 

A quick intro about our guest host, Greydy Diaz

WNBA 🤝NWSL – the women hoopers investing in a different ball-game

Which Wimbledon celebs in attendance we’d want to sit next to 

Whether Olivia Culpo’s maternity hospital bag was over-the-top

What it would take for Luka Doncic to hang out with us 

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Blake’s IG: @blaaakkkke 

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Wimbledon’s serving more than just tennis. Celebs donned their Wimbledon whites while several top-seeded players bid us a “pip-pip cheerio” in early exits. Only three Americans remain, including Ben Shelton, who’s racking up wins and admirers – just ask Trinity Rodman. In other tennis news, Iga Swiatek shared her favorite post-game meal of strawberry and sour cream pasta. Naturally, Blake and Caroline had to try it live.

In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: 

The literal bloody hell moment one celeb had in her Wimbledon whites 

Which WNBA legend is set to get the first-of-its-kind statue made of her

The real reason why Joe Burrow paused his $3 million Batmobile order

Why renting out a French chatêau couldn’t get Stefon Diggs out of the dog house 

How Chicago Cubs fans made it clear they’re not members of Alex Cooper’s “Daddy Gang”

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This week in Pretty Boys of the NFL, Tom Brady apparently hit it off with Sydney Sweeney at the Bezos-Sànchez wedding across the pond in Venice. Blake begs the very important question — can Tom Brady even flirt? Back home, Tight End University kicked off, where players came for the football and stayed for an impromptu Taylor Swift concert. Thanks, Travis.

In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: 

A recap of our time in the Stubhub suite for a recent Liberty game

Kelsey Plum sharing the real reason many WNBA stars are in a shooting slump 

Ben Shelton confirming what Caroline knew to be true – butter yellow is in 

The prettiest boy in the NFL who refused to play because it was “too cold”

How we want to see sporty enemies squash the beef, à la Coco and Aryna

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It was a winning week for Gen-Z ballers. Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd finally hard-launched their relationship on Instagram after months of speculation. Then, the Oklahoma City Thunder won the NBA Championship with an average roster age of 24.7. Subtract a couple of pandemic years (girl math), and they’re basically 22. Their post-win celebration? Let's just say it reflected their age.

In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: 

The only woman who could get Stephen A. Smith to… stop talking 

How Sophie Cunningham stood on business — and what it reveals about WNBA reffing 

Tom Brady proving yet again that he’s the GOAT at Fanatics Fest 

How Kylie Kelce plans to help Dawn Staley’s post-coaching dreams come true

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander shows why he’s league *and* dad MVP after Game 7

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Caroline’s IG: @cghendy

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Emma Watson swapped scripts for sports on a certain Oxford University athletic team. Caroline has some words for her, if that gives you any clue about which sport it is. Also across the pond, the Kelce boys take Cannes Lions Festival to talk about the success of their podcast, New Heights. But the real star of the show? The outfit Jason wore in his panel there.The dad vibes are strong with this one. 

In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: 

How the midwest brought Caitlin Clark and Tyrese Haliburton to BFF status

The impact Clark’s injury absence had on WNBA viewership 

Our inaugural “Pretty Boys of the NFL” segment, ft. Jalen Hurts’ second wedding, Joe Burrow’s thirst traps (debatable) and the Kelce bros in France

Why Tyreek Hill and Noah Lyles need couples therapy

How JJ Spaun came back  from a late-night parenting emergency to win the US Open

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Coco Gauff made history with her victory at Roland Garross, despite controversial comments from her opponent after the match. And did you see her tiny trophy - what was that all about? Meanwhile, Alex Cooper’s new documentary dropped and her story from playing soccer in college is worth hearing. 

In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: 

Carlos Alcaraz matching Rafa Nadal’s championship pace

Aaron Rodgers signed with the Steelers, but his ring finger is what has us talking

The WNBA initiative that’s spreading across the country

Our new partnership with the NWSL

Laurie Hernandez dishes on her time as an Olympic athlete and how she learned to put her mental health first

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Caroline’s IG: @cghendy

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Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs was caught on video giving a mysterious bag of pink powder to women on a yacht – and he still managed to hard launch on IG with Cardi B. Meanwhile, the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Runway Show featured some of our favorite athletes – hi, Jordan Chiles – and one of the most infamous Housewives of the wine-mom variety. 

In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: 

Who’s taking the post-Knicks loss harder, Samantha Jones or Kylie Jenner?

The certifiably most random celeb spotting at the Allen-Steinfeld wedding

Why OKC + Indiana’s short commute could bring better balling in the finals

A major investment in women’s sports from Major League Baseball 

Why our curse-watch is on for Saquon Barkley post-Madden cover debut

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After the Knicks stumbled in the Eastern Conference Finals, we have just one question: is Timothée Chalamet okay? From Haliburton’s choke celly to KAT’s revenge tour, the NBA playoffs are delivering. Blake and Caroline chat about all the sports today (yes, even ultramarathons) and are joined virtually by Ilona Maher to talk rugby, body acceptance, being chronically online.

In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: 

Why Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is making Caroline’s “Mount Rushmore of Perfect Husbands”

The one very important thing Coco Gauff forgot to bring to her French Open match

How the Colts’ owner set his daughters up for franchise takeover 

The mom who’s reminding us that athleticism doesn’t stop where motherhood begins

How Ilona Maher really feels about being the face of American women’s rugby 

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Ilona’s Podcast: @houseofmaher

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Caroline’s IG: @cghendy

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Men and women’s pro-hoops popped off last weekend. The Knicks upset the Celtics to make their first final four appearance in over 20 years. Meanwhile, the WNBA saw record crowds, a Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese showdown, and their foul-filled play everyone’s still talking about. Blake and Caroline break down the play and ask: if Caitlin and Angel moved on, why can’t we? 

In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: 

The latest rumor out of the Jordon Hudson and Bill Belichick saga 

How we know a woman designed the New York Liberty’s championship ring 

Whether Paige Bueckers blew it in her WNBA debut 

The relatable way Nikola Jokic will spend his days after the Nuggets’ exit from the playoffs 

Justin and Hailey Bieber date night with the Maple Leafs, plus which rapper accused JB of the team’s loss 

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