With the All-Star break just around the corner, Aryeh and Madisyn take a step back to reflect on everything we've learned from the first half of the 2026 WNBA season.

This episode:

• The biggest story of the season so far—from Minnesota's dominance and Golden State's impressive debut to expansion buzz, Chicago's off-court drama, and the Liberty's unexpected struggles.
• Which teams have most exceeded (or fallen short of) preseason expectations?
• The players who have completely changed our minds since Opening Night.
• Midseason reflections on the contenders, surprises, and biggest takeaways heading into the All-Star break.

As the league hits its a little midway break, we look back at what we've gotten right, what we've gotten wrong, and what we're watching most closely for the second half of the season.

(Sound design by Mike Goodrick)

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