About this episode

The episode discusses the Kelsey Plum trade and the unveiling of the Cleveland Sirens logo and branding.

Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton and women’s basketball writer Cassandra Negley break down the newly unveiled Cleveland Sirens logo and branding, sharing their reactions and discussing the excitement surrounding the WNBA’s 2028 expansion franchise. The duo also highlight the biggest trade of the WNBA trade deadline: Kelsey Plum to the Phoenix Mercury. We hear Kelsey’s thoughts on joining the new squad and break down who really won this trade.

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