The WNBA’s PR Problems & NBA Playoffs Preview (w/ Evan Turner)

About this episode

Chris Mannix and Evan Turner discuss the challenges faced by the WNBA and preview the NBA playoffs.

Chris Mannix and Evan Turner discuss the cost of owning a team in smaller markets, then break down Luka Dončić and Cade Cunningham receiving exceptions to the league’s 65-game rule, why the WNBA keeps getting in its own way as it grows in popularity, and their predictions for the first round of the playoffs. Sponsored by Underdog: Download the Underdog app and use code 'OPENFLOOR' Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

People in this episode

Host: Chris Mannix

Guest: Evan Turner

Topics covered

• WNBA
• NBA playoffs
• team ownership
• Luka Dončić
• Cade Cunningham

Keywords

• WNBA PR problems
• NBA playoffs preview
• 65-game rule exceptions

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