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Thursday, August 28, 2014

Playoffs and other news thoughts

What's at stake in the Western Conference finals?

More defense is the Mercury's mantra against Maya Moore.

Elena Delle Donne drives the Sky.

Non-playoff-related:

Interesting chat with ESPN writer Mechelle Voepel.

WNBA players talk about what "team" means to them.

Jacki Gemelos is still dreaming big.
Posted by Sue Favor at 11:24 AM

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