WNBA Playoffs Thread

[nwhoopfan]

Both host teams gave up their home court advantage in Game 1. So much for that.

 

[nwhoopfan]

You think maybe her 19pts 18rbs 5as and 6 blks had something to do with it?

Except It's like that every game. You'd think she won them a Title by herself last year too. Never mind that Copper was very deservedly the MVP, and Sloot would've won it if Kahleah didn't.

 

[JellyBean]

Got to hand it to her. Candace Parker playing really inspired ball.

Turn back the clock for Candace. She out there playing like she 26! This is going to be an exciting series. A lot of talking going on and now Chicago has to respond. Wednesday night.

 

[Billineckz]

Wilson pulled a disappearing act. That's starting to become a habit for her in the playoffs. Plum took some bad shots, but at least she did some scoring. I thought Vegas was gonna steal this one after getting outplayed most of the game, but Loyd was huge down the stretch. Bird's assist/TO ratio has been ridiculous the last 2 games (22/1).

Lol, you must be blind. The Storm's goal was to negate her, thus putting the emphasis on Stokes to succeed (but she missed to many chipees). Also, Wilson has to deal with the Vegas being a guard oriented O. Lastly, she will definitely win the MVP. Don't try and discredit her (12rebounds/8pts/3blk is not disappearing).

 

[Billineckz]

Does anybody else play for Chicago other than Parker? The announcers ONLY want to talk about her constantly. Parker this and Parker that. If you had a drinking game every time her name was dropped you'd be drunk in 5 minutes.

Same with Sue Bird in game 1, but both well deserving of the Flowers. Stop hating.

 

[Billineckz]

games like this is why Plum is not a superstar. She's a solid player, but to say she was in Mvp consideration was laughable.

Obviously, you don't know _ about basketball Lol.

 

[Billineckz]

Don't forget she is probably making up the game plans

You people on here hate on Quinn just like you did James Wade years ago. How did that turn out. The coach is the coach - deal with it.

 

[nwhoopfan]

Lol, you must be blind. The Storm's goal was to negate her, thus putting the emphasis on Stokes to succeed (but she missed to many chipees). Also, Wilson has to deal with the Vegas being a guard oriented O. Lastly, she will definitely win the MVP. Don't try and discredit her (12rebounds/8pts/3blk is not disappearing).

I looked up her stats. Her scoring has decreased significantly in the post season all but one year during her career. Not exactly what you're looking for from one of the best players in the league.

Year regular season/post season

2019 16.5/13.4
2020 20.5/20.8
2021 18.3/14.2
2022 19.5/11.0

Do the math and tell me what that tells you. It certainly isn't stepping up.

 

[Billineckz]

I looked up her stats. Her scoring has decreased significantly in the post season all but one year during her career. Not exactly what you're looking for from one of the best players in the league.

Year regular season/post season

2019 16.5/13.4
2020 20.5/20.8
2021 18.3/14.2
2022 19.5/11.0

Do the math and tell me what that tells you. It certainly isn't stepping u

I looked up her stats. Her scoring has decreased significantly in the post season all but one year during her career. Not exactly what you're looking for from one of the best players in the league.

Year regular season/post season

2019 16.5/13.4
2020 20.5/20.8
2021 18.3/14.2
2022 19.5/11.0

Do the math and tell me what that tells you. It certainly isn't stepping up.

Doesn't tell me anything. Her game today certainly wasn't a "disappearing act". It was just what I stated imo. Good game plan by Storm, Stokes unfortunate.

 

[nwhoopfan]

Doesn't tell me anything. Her game today certainly wasn't a "disappearing act". It was just what I stated imo. Good game plan by Storm, Stokes unfortunate.

And you called me blind! It does tell you something. She hasn't been as good in the playoffs as during the regular season. Today was just one game, but the trend is undeniable. Jackie Young has the same problem.

 

[Billineckz]

And you called me blind! It does tell you something. She hasn't been as good in the playoffs as during the regular season. Today was just one game, but the trend is undeniable. Jackie Young has the same problem.

Don't be touchy by my sentiment. That's unfortunate for the Ace's - in your opinion (regarding Wilson/Young).

 

[bballnut90]

Chicago was a 1 woman show tonight, Parker did absolutely everything for Chicago tonight and got next to zero help from her teammates. 19 points, 18 boards, 6 blocks, 5 assists (should've been 8 or 9 if not for blown layups), 4 steals. Rallied the crowd, brought the team in for huddles when they were struggling....she missed the last couple of looks but Chicago would've been blown out by 25 without her contributions on both ends. Honestly one of the best games overall games I've ever seen from her, she was involved in everything all night.

Quigley and Sloot were just awful tonight, Meesseman had some good passes but missed several clean looks and didn't hit the glass. Stevens no-showed. Copper was fine but ineffective after a hot start.

Connecticut played well and controlled the tempo. Rebounding was the difference, they were plus 11 on the glass. Parker had 18 rebounds, the next highest rebounder had 4. Their frontcourt is a handful every night even if their shots aren't falling. Thomas/Bonner/Jones/Jones are long and strong and more physical than Chicago. Also, Brionna Jones is really freaking good offensively, she's quicker than she looks and is unbelievably efficient. Must win game now for Chicago in game 2. I think the Sky probably come out firing next game similar to their blowout of NY in game 2.

 

[socal613ws]

not surprised the long layoff helped both road teams.

 

[darrell]

Sue has 22 assists and 1 TO in the last 2 playoff games. On the TO, she lost the ball when getting mugged and not getting the call. She's playing her very best basketball.

If she was contributing more in the scoring column in addition to this, the Storm would be a lot more comfortable.

18 points in Game 2 versus Washington and they win by double digits.

 

[Billineckz]

Candace Parker is on Another Level - Still!!!

 

[eebmg]

It seems there are alot of home team losses in the WNBA and it is carrying into the playoffs. Don't get me wrong, I am pulling for Seattle and CT. But that is not ideal if you want to keep fan bases happy. Any studies done on this and how it might compare to the NBA for example?

 

[Magy Cannon]

I think Connecticut will send Chicago home.

 

[Iluvacc2]

The Aces looked much better earlier in the season when Jackie Young was more assertive. After returning from her ankle injury, her play has been kinda tentative. Hammon needs to integrate her more in the office, especially when Plum’s shot isn’t falling and Wilson is the only reliable post option now that Hamby is out.

 

[Iluvacc2]

Chicago was a 1 woman show tonight, Parker did absolutely everything for Chicago tonight and got next to zero help from her teammates. 19 points, 18 boards, 6 blocks, 5 assists (should've been 8 or 9 if not for blown layups), 4 steals. Rallied the crowd, brought the team in for huddles when they were struggling....she missed the last couple of looks but Chicago would've been blown out by 25 without her contributions on both ends. Honestly one of the best games overall games I've ever seen from her, she was involved in everything all night.

Quigley and Sloot were just awful tonight, Meesseman had some good passes but missed several clean looks and didn't hit the glass. Stevens no-showed. Copper was fine but ineffective after a hot start.

Connecticut played well and controlled the tempo. Rebounding was the difference, they were plus 11 on the glass. Parker had 18 rebounds, the next highest rebounder had 4. Their frontcourt is a handful every night even if their shots aren't falling. Thomas/Bonner/Jones/Jones are long and strong and more physical than Chicago. Also, Brionna Jones is really freaking good offensively, she's quicker than she looks and is unbelievably efficient. Must win game now for Chicago in game 2. I think the Sky probably come out firing next game similar to their blowout of NY in game 2.

Parker was outstanding! That was one of the best games I’ve ever seen her play, and at 36 too! She literally did everything she could for the Sky, but unfortunately the rest of the team

I’ve been a huge fan of Bri Jones since her MD days! Her transformation since joining the league should be a blueprint on post players struggling to make the transition from college to the pros, even though she wasn’t exactly a slouch in college. She was an AP first team All American her senior year, but undeservedly was left off the WBCA team. Yes, I’m still a little salty about that

 

[Rb335]

Seattle seems motivated, and you can’t undervalue the experienced roster they have. Bird, Stewart and Loyd have already won multiple championships together. I don’t doubt that they have a lot of trust in each other during high pressure games. Add Tina Charles to the mix and the talent is obviously there.

Vegas has a lot of young talent, some of whom will be the biggest faces in the league in this next era. Gray is the only one with true championship experience, and I see her stepping up. But Vegas will need their younger stars to do the same. After their top 4, they aren’t very deep, so no room for any to have really bad evenings.

I won’t be surprised to see any of the 4 remaining teams take the championship.

 

[MSSportsGuy]

I've been accused of being an Aja homer. I admit I'm a fan and think she's one of the best players in the world but I wonder how much of her lag in stats has to do with Stokes also being in as opposed to Hamby.

Aja has generally needed room to operate to be most effective. When Coates went out when she was at SC it propelled them to the NC because she had more room to move around. It's no secret her stats and effectiveness went down with Cambage. Stokes lacks the versatility of Hamby so maybe some of this is her lack of room to position and maneuver, in addition to a good defensive plan by Seattle.

For all the criticism thrown at Quinn, Seattle looks to be in a pretty good spot right now. Bird continues to dial back the clock with her play.

 

[sivad40]

I've been accused of being an Aja homer. I admit I'm a fan and think she's one of the best players in the world but I wonder how much of her lag in stats has to do with Stokes also being in as opposed to Hamby.

Aja has generally needed room to operate to be most effective. When Coates went out when she was at SC it propelled them to the NC because she had more room to move around. It's no secret her stats and effectiveness went down with Cambage. Stokes lacks the versatility of Hamby so maybe some of this is her lack of room to position and maneuver, in addition to a good defensive plan by Seattle.

For all the criticism thrown at Quinn, Seattle looks to be in a pretty good spot right now. Bird continues to dial back the clock with her play.

Hamby stats and effectiveness went down as starting besides Wilson as the season went on and that's why Stokes replaced her as a starter. I didn't realize it until someone pointed it out on another board that this Hamby's 3rd straight season being unavailable for Aces for a portion or all of the playoffs because of an injury.

 

[cancontent]

Hamby stats and effectiveness went down as starting besides Wilson as the season went on and that's why Stokes replaced her as a starter. I didn't realize it until someone pointed it out on another board that this Hamby's 3rd straight season being unavailable for Aces for a portion or all of the playoffs because of an injury.

Agreed, but having her for the depth and the challenges she poses when she plays helps. There are things she does that Stokes doesn't that Las Vegas is missing right now.

I wasn't sure having Hamby start made sense, but she deserved the opportunity based on her play. After seeing how it played out during the season, I prefer Hamby coming off the bench. Seems to be a better fit.

 

[MSSportsGuy]

Agreed, but having her for the depth and the challenges she poses when she plays helps. There are things she does that Stokes doesn't that Las Vegas is missing right now.

I wasn't sure having Hamby start made sense, but she deserved the opportunity based on her play. After seeing how it played out during the season, I prefer Hamby coming off the bench. Seems to be a better fit.

Hamby off the bench would be a big help for Vegas. I have no issue with Stokes as a player at all but she can do a couple of things well and that's about it.

 

[Billineckz]

I've been accused of being an Aja homer. I admit I'm a fan and think she's one of the best players in the world but I wonder how much of her lag in stats has to do with Stokes also being in as opposed to Hamby.

Aja has generally needed room to operate to be most effective. When Coates went out when she was at SC it propelled them to the NC because she had more room to move around. It's no secret her stats and effectiveness went down with Cambage. Stokes lacks the versatility of Hamby so maybe some of this is her lack of room to position and maneuver, in addition to a good defensive plan by Seattle.

For all the criticism thrown at Quinn, Seattle looks to be in a pretty good spot right now. Bird continues to dial back the clock with her play.

Unfounded criticism of Quinn. Just people who don't like what they see. They even complained about the Assistants.