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The episode discusses the Los Angeles Sparks' decision to part ways with general manager Raegan Pebley and its implications for the team and the WNBA.

The Los Angeles Sparks surprised the WNBA world Sunday with a midseason move to “part ways” with general manager Raegan Pebley. Zena, Annie, and Sabreena unpack the reasoning and timing of this decision and what this means for the rest of the Sparks’ 2026 season. What is Kelsey Plum’s future approaching the trade deadline? How will the Sparks’ front office function going forward? The trio also break down game action from this past weekend and the results that led to dramatic changes in Sabreena’s Scale.  Plus: What’s the craziest reason you’ve missed work? Zena and Sabreena surprise Annie with an all-time calendar conflict. References: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7441836/2026/07/13/wnba-power-rankings-toronto-tempo-canada/ https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7440952/2026/07/12/raegan-pebley-los-angeles-sparks/ __ No Offseason is a part of The Athletic Podcast Network Email us: NoOffseason@theathletic.com Sign up for the No Offseason newsletter! YT:  @No-Offseason  IG: @tanooffseason TikTok: @no_offseason Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in this episode

Hosts: Zena, Annie, Sabreena

Topics covered

• WNBA news
• Los Angeles Sparks
• Raegan Pebley
• Kelsey Plum
• midseason changes
• basketball analysis

Keywords

• Raegan Pebley
• Los Angeles Sparks
• WNBA
• Kelsey Plum
• basketball
• midseason changes
• trade deadline

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Organizations: Los Angeles Sparks, WNBA, The Athletic

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