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  • Опубликовано: 14 янв 2025

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  • @UNDERGODSPROTECTION
    @UNDERGODSPROTECTION Месяц назад +82

    Julie Vanloo, that's a significant pickup. She's a true point guard; I like her game.

    • @TheReekBShow
      @TheReekBShow Месяц назад

      Facts she was the steal 💯

  • @ericaalexander92
    @ericaalexander92 Месяц назад +216

    Temi is going to be missed in Indy, she was important to them.

    • @1PhotoGeek
      @1PhotoGeek Месяц назад +21

      I'm so bummed she won't be back with the Fever in 2025.

    • @dibsports
      @dibsports Месяц назад +3

      She was hurt a lot, best ability is availability.

    • @laurielewis6456
      @laurielewis6456 Месяц назад +5

      I am so sad.

    • @peacelove2994
      @peacelove2994 Месяц назад +7

      And great for them defensively. Such a shame to see her go. Best of luck to her!

    • @jah1599
      @jah1599 Месяц назад +3

      Sad

  • @jenniedavis6218
    @jenniedavis6218 Месяц назад +59

    Hate to see Temi leave the Fever, but I'll love seeing her and Kate play. New fan of the Golden State V's..

  • @donnytheflow
    @donnytheflow Месяц назад +27

    E-40 calling the names was NOT on my bingo card lmao... all he needed was an ooh to bring it home

  • @Ashleythemando
    @Ashleythemando Месяц назад +145

    Kate was a great pick. Not only is she popular being from Iowa w/ CC, she is a great player and teammate!

    • @Momula101
      @Momula101 Месяц назад +18

      She more popular than great. Good marketing for the franchise

    • @andrem.thomas332
      @andrem.thomas332 Месяц назад +6

      ​@@Momula101
      Exactly

    • @Blacklist324
      @Blacklist324 Месяц назад +3

      There was no doubt she would be the player taken from the Aces.

    • @willthomas2310
      @willthomas2310 Месяц назад +2

      ​@@Momula101Facts! Fans be glazing hard lol!

    • @charlieburns533
      @charlieburns533 Месяц назад +8

      I have an additional team to watch! Kate should get to play a lot more. ❤Kate!

  • @markbuchanan2596
    @markbuchanan2596 Месяц назад +39

    Kate Martin is a win!

  • @crlsdmngz
    @crlsdmngz Месяц назад +75

    Would've really liked to see Fagbenle another season with Fever. Don't know why they decided not to protect her

    • @lisareynolds9799
      @lisareynolds9799 Месяц назад +9

      Possibly bc she's a free agent?

    • @1PhotoGeek
      @1PhotoGeek Месяц назад +10

      Me too! I'm so bummed. I am a big fan of Fagbenle.

    • @RamblingRob-vi7ct
      @RamblingRob-vi7ct Месяц назад +2

      Injuries probably biggest reason

    • @stephanieokaka2442
      @stephanieokaka2442 Месяц назад

      I think its injuries

    • @crlsdmngz
      @crlsdmngz Месяц назад +1

      @lisareynolds9799 not so much just protecting from the valkyrie draft but not fighting for her to stay on the team as a free agent.

  • @chtrvra
    @chtrvra Месяц назад +9

    Fagbenle needs to shine somewhere else hard to see her go but she'll get a much deserved playing time with this expansion squad

  • @rollerphone
    @rollerphone Месяц назад +30

    Burton was a very good guard in CT. Pairing up with Martin should be interesting.

  • @avisionthroughchrist
    @avisionthroughchrist Месяц назад +43

    Chiney’s face when they mentioned the Valkyries signing her sister as a free agent 😅

  • @Sticks2mini2rs
    @Sticks2mini2rs Месяц назад +56

    Kate Martin and Temi 🎉🎉🎉

  • @xmen123ify
    @xmen123ify Месяц назад +77

    Kate Martin will put this team on the map

    • @anthonytaylor7928
      @anthonytaylor7928 Месяц назад +9

      And how is she supposed to do that

    • @Him.Duncan
      @Him.Duncan Месяц назад

      @@anthonytaylor7928by existing lol. She top 5 in jersey sales

    • @edwardhipolito7242
      @edwardhipolito7242 Месяц назад +2

      Carla Leite is better than KM casual

    • @ZoraDelaney
      @ZoraDelaney Месяц назад +1

      ​@@anthonytaylor7928Kate Martin has one of the league's best-selling jerseys, despite being a role player. She's a fan favorite.

    • @nicolecole9801
      @nicolecole9801 Месяц назад +8

      I don't agree. 😂
      But I think this is a great opportunity for her to grow as a player.

  • @rorybisson756
    @rorybisson756 Месяц назад +21

    they didnt take anyone from Seatle due to the toxicity and investigation going on there right now. that shows intelligence by ownership and the GM. it also shows how bad that Seatle thing must really be.

    • @Purplegorillaz
      @Purplegorillaz Месяц назад +9

      What happened over in Seattle?..What's wrong with that Team?..

    • @icanbreathe9161
      @icanbreathe9161 Месяц назад +4

      @@Purplegorillazteammates complained about bullying by coaching staff

    • @Chloeeezyyy
      @Chloeeezyyy Месяц назад

      @@icanbreathe9161it was a single person and the investigation ended in no fault to the org/coaching staff

  • @blind-dateoutdoorssportsma547
    @blind-dateoutdoorssportsma547 Месяц назад +26

    No, no, NO! We at Fever want Fagbenle back! Give them Smith!

  • @34stzoo
    @34stzoo Месяц назад +14

    I am so happy for Kate Martin! And I think they work out some deal for jewel Lloyd from Seattle

  • @Jamal-lb6oj
    @Jamal-lb6oj Месяц назад +25

    I’m so tight they took Kayla from the Us smh she helped us get that chip

    • @SharifHamlet
      @SharifHamlet Месяц назад +4

      I'm upset myself . A great defensive player

  • @marcusdarby2854
    @marcusdarby2854 Месяц назад +15

    I do hope someone gives Gabbie Marshall a shot if she’s looking to continue her career.

    • @BluePoetProductions
      @BluePoetProductions Месяц назад +7

      Gabbie Marshall doesn't play ball anymore. She retired, and is focused on finishing college.

    • @TheReekBShow
      @TheReekBShow Месяц назад

      She retired

    • @BillField-d5u
      @BillField-d5u Месяц назад +1

      Fever needs to sign Gabby marshall. ( Tons of energy on defense and good spot up there point shooter ,WIN! WIN!)

    • @BillField-d5u
      @BillField-d5u Месяц назад +1

      CC CAN TALK HER BACK TO PLAY WITH HER.

  • @onlyonejah9632
    @onlyonejah9632 Месяц назад +13

    I can't believe they took my boo Kayla. I'm crying real tears right now. Just got me too emotional 😭😭😭😭

  • @conlanding
    @conlanding Месяц назад +11

    The selection of players the Valks made in the expansion draft and with any trades they make along with free agency and the WNBA draft, they could be an immediate contender in their inaugural season.

    • @yamabo
      @yamabo Месяц назад +1

      you're trippin, they won't even make the playoffs

  • @Nola_Travel
    @Nola_Travel Месяц назад +4

    Great panel. Great discussion.

  • @DylanWrona
    @DylanWrona Месяц назад +56

    Kate Martin is a BEAST

    • @Zayb3lll
      @Zayb3lll Месяц назад +5

      Mid athlete

    • @Ryyian
      @Ryyian Месяц назад

      ​@@Zayb3lllyour comment is trash

  • @MoneyF4
    @MoneyF4 Месяц назад +28

    They’re screaming because they don’t have to be an Aces fan anymore 😂

  • @PaddyPines
    @PaddyPines Месяц назад +15

    lol this is so interesting, I’m excited to see how this team will blend.

  • @user-of5wh8xf9k
    @user-of5wh8xf9k Месяц назад +7

    I'm a Fever fan, but my next favorite team will be the Valkyries because they have a good talented players there that wants to shine and be seen.

  • @salohcinlaen990
    @salohcinlaen990 Месяц назад +40

    Fever should’ve gave them Nylyssa Smith instead of Fagbenle

    • @vrtillinfinity
      @vrtillinfinity Месяц назад +2

      The fever don’t choose who they give

    • @Mara8591-f4t
      @Mara8591-f4t Месяц назад +2

      @@vrtillinfinity In a way yes they do have a say in who is taken out of their roster. If Fever protected Temi, GSV's very well may have taken smith since she is same position player and same height.

    • @Kitchie26
      @Kitchie26 Месяц назад +5

      They might trade Nalyssa

    • @pueo5785
      @pueo5785 Месяц назад +3

      Even if Smith is not trade bait, I feel like she really wants a second chance to be part of the Fever family. She had flashes of brilliance with Clark, and if she works to improve her reliability and with the support of teammates, she can be a strong force for the Fever inside. Just a hopeless glass-half-full optimist here. Lol...

    • @jordanlj1
      @jordanlj1 Месяц назад

      100%

  • @tfewald01
    @tfewald01 Месяц назад +1

    I'm a Caitlyn Clark fan, but I always looked forward to seeing Temi play. She was the first one to develop good timing with Caitlyn, and it was fun to watch. And here she's mentioned back to back with Caitlyn's best college buddy, Kate Martin. Gonna miss Temi. :-(

  • @billeib427
    @billeib427 Месяц назад +7

    Kate Martin's off season regimen and now gets a fresh start!

  • @shastica
    @shastica Месяц назад +3

    Im so excited for the new season!! Keep the new teams coming 🤩🤩🤩

  • @bryantwalley
    @bryantwalley Месяц назад +6

    Valks were really smart putting Kate and Temi together. It had to be planned out with the Fever ahead of time. Two teams working to make the entire league better. The rest should take note.

  • @sanya2560
    @sanya2560 Месяц назад +7

    I love the Valkyries already,❤

  • @dodecatemoria
    @dodecatemoria Месяц назад +6

    Temi and Kate gonna make herstory. All the best

  • @raylouison7571
    @raylouison7571 Месяц назад +15

    Nalyssa Smith should have been exposed.

  • @tedcadillac1388
    @tedcadillac1388 Месяц назад +4

    Temi with Kate Martin and Julie VanLoo will be good I think. I reckon Kate will be a starter if not at the beginning at least a few games in she will be starting and I think her game will only get better

    • @jordanlj1
      @jordanlj1 Месяц назад +1

      I will watch them, as I love Temi, and the style of pg that Van Loo plays.

  • @sanya2560
    @sanya2560 Месяц назад +19

    Kate and Temi❤

  • @RobertMiller-k3g
    @RobertMiller-k3g Месяц назад +3

    Not protecting Temi was a HUUUUUUGE mistake for Indiana

  • @MrChef2def
    @MrChef2def Месяц назад +8

    They need to allow Philly to get a team whatever year JuJu is coming out the draft.

    • @DRMZ37
      @DRMZ37 Месяц назад

      But they wouldn't get the number 1 overall pick. And Juju isn't eligible til 2026 I believe

    • @Chloeeezyyy
      @Chloeeezyyy Месяц назад

      They’re going to make sure Juju stays in Cali. There’s money to be made 💀

    • @DRMZ37
      @DRMZ37 Месяц назад

      @Chloeeezyyy oh after missing out on Paige they definitely getting JuJu. But then again having Brink come back healthy next season, Rickea Jackson improving, and whoever they draft second. I dont see how that much talent gets wasted in LA for another 2 years. Juju comes out in 2027.now New York is a team to look out for onky because Stewie is not a guarantee to stay, Jonquel would be older, and Sabrina may head elsewhere. I don't see how she doesn't end up in a big market. Maybe somebody like Atlanta, or one of the expansion teams, or even Phoenix could land her. But im no fortune teller I just want to see her win

  • @celinebeanie
    @celinebeanie Месяц назад +4

    kate martin W! she has the bigger fanbase than every other player in this team combined

  • @ejxcheddar573
    @ejxcheddar573 Месяц назад +10

    definitely buying a kate martin jersey

    • @shastica
      @shastica Месяц назад

      Me too I liked the jerseys!

  • @Willco5114
    @Willco5114 Месяц назад +3

    Kate Martin is a great choice. The best teammate anyone could want.

  • @Kkayroyal
    @Kkayroyal Месяц назад +4

    Hate to see Kayla Thorton leave us but excited to see the growth of the W!

  • @kevinsage245
    @kevinsage245 Месяц назад +27

    Fever F-up...
    Should have left Nalyssa un protected...

    • @tellitlikeitis1828
      @tellitlikeitis1828 Месяц назад +6

      They can’t afford to not get compensation for her. She is more valuable to trade.

    • @stephaniel5402
      @stephaniel5402 Месяц назад

      While painful, I agree. Better to use that card to get a better player down the line.

    • @jordanlj1
      @jordanlj1 Месяц назад +2

      @@tellitlikeitis1828 Smith's trade value is minimal because of her toxic attitude. The fever will regret this move. Temi will be missed for bringing that high energy into every game, and playing with a style that complemented CC.

    • @davidgbemudu
      @davidgbemudu Месяц назад +1

      There's nothing wrong with protecting Nalyssa smith. It's better to leave her on the team so she can be traded instead of letting her go for free. They could've protected both Nalyssa and Temi. I suspect they didn't protect Temi because of contract negotiation issues

  • @BrandyBee1
    @BrandyBee1 Месяц назад +13

    I’m glad Kate is getting a fresh start💛

  • @wezikalua5922
    @wezikalua5922 Месяц назад +5

    Hope Kate Martin gets to chance to shine. Too bad Fever lost Temi

  • @marcusdarby2854
    @marcusdarby2854 Месяц назад +19

    To leave Nylssa protected over Temi is a miss. Temi was better defensively and fit better with Clark!

    • @zealazax6287
      @zealazax6287 Месяц назад +4

      I think the Fever were worried about injuries. Also I think they could make a trade. The have cap space now.

    • @davidgbemudu
      @davidgbemudu Месяц назад +2

      There's nothing wrong with protecting Nalyssa smith. It's better to leave her on the team so she can be traded instead of letting her go for free. They could've protected both Nalyssa and Temi. I suspect they didn't protect Temi because of contract negotiation issues

  • @Johannesxp
    @Johannesxp Месяц назад +2

    Season is going to be lit 🔥

  • @Purplegorillaz
    @Purplegorillaz Месяц назад +11

    1st Time seeing something like this of WNBA...And they adding 3 New Teams to The League...WNBA is gonna be as Big as The NBA throughout The Years...Cant wait to see The Toronto Tempos Draft.
    Purple Gorilla Was Here. Peace.

  • @devinminnis1263
    @devinminnis1263 Месяц назад +4

    Billings and Thornton are going to start.

  • @jboy2621
    @jboy2621 Месяц назад +3

    Oh man we get a Hawk eye. Watch out Indiana and Iowa, Golden State now has Kate! Maybe we can draft Lucy Olsen.

  • @chrismcinnis7343
    @chrismcinnis7343 Месяц назад +3

    Sacramento need to bring there championship team back the Monarch

  • @eazyjones6043
    @eazyjones6043 Месяц назад +4

    Veronica Burton is a Gem don't believe just watch

  • @AlexanderMoises
    @AlexanderMoises Месяц назад +4

    That's a very good, squad...fast, defensive, high IQ players

  • @TheDisruptiveOne
    @TheDisruptiveOne Месяц назад +4

    Also, Michelle Wie looks fantastic.

  • @bonniebob2802
    @bonniebob2802 Месяц назад +8

    That player Temi is good but wasn’t utilized correctly with the Fever. Good choice by this new franchise.

  • @Jewel0612
    @Jewel0612 Месяц назад +4

    I will Miss Kate in Vegas

  • @Hippie-i8g
    @Hippie-i8g Месяц назад +5

    Congrats Valkeries! We lost a great coach and big Money Martin! 💰 We will be seeing you! ❤

  • @JaiceCrawford
    @JaiceCrawford Месяц назад +3

    They're gonna be terrible in their first season but they will get better with roster improvements. Temi is a proper big, Kate and Veronica will play well off each other.

  • @walterbrob
    @walterbrob Месяц назад +2

    If she was not protected I am surprised Liz Kitley wasn’t picked. I thought she was every bit as good as Brink in college.

  • @BOBWozniak-o1c
    @BOBWozniak-o1c Месяц назад

    I was skeptical at first, but the ALM tokenomics make so much sense. Alemio Network could be a game-changer for long-term investors.

  • @julieleber6131
    @julieleber6131 Месяц назад

    Happy for Temi & Kate! They’ll get a lot of playing time

  • @randyh.7782
    @randyh.7782 26 дней назад +1

    Kate "Money" Martin 😳🔥

  • @rapHar2390
    @rapHar2390 Месяц назад +4

    Decent players going to the new Golden State women's team. Not superstar worthy yet but I'm just curious on how theyll mesh together. It's a process with this first year team.

    • @soseiqueestouaqui435
      @soseiqueestouaqui435 Месяц назад

      They'll be crushed by the Chicago sky and said it's growing pains

    • @CaptainAmerica-jw2xh
      @CaptainAmerica-jw2xh Месяц назад

      ​@@soseiqueestouaqui435The Chicago Sky can't even crush a college team.

  • @RandomDude19868
    @RandomDude19868 Месяц назад

    Talbot had some great games with the Sparks but she was banged up most of the season. She was the best playmaker on the team.

  • @kptyler5
    @kptyler5 Месяц назад

    Glad to see the league growing for these players

  • @ShaunWallace-72
    @ShaunWallace-72 Месяц назад

    Kate and Temi gonna be a good duo. Excited to see how they go

  • @forcryingoutloudly
    @forcryingoutloudly 14 дней назад

    Temi and Kate!!!! My new second favourite team! Go Valkyries! SF!!!

  • @xvtmclean_
    @xvtmclean_ Месяц назад +7

    E-40!!!

  • @lesstraveledroad1537
    @lesstraveledroad1537 Месяц назад

    Hey Golden State. Welcome to the league! As a fever fan i can tell u that Temi was a huge part of our team and many of us are in an uproar for losing her. U r getting a great player and even better person and leader.
    She is always around the ball and her defense is spectacular. If Kate can push the ball...and she knows how from iowa days.. temi reads those really fast and is always a part of the transition game bc she hustles and understands where to b. She'll finish those at a high rate and occationally add a 3 point shot.
    She is a good sport but wont take any bs from bullies against her or against her teammates.
    I dont know all ur players to comment on but kate and temi will b a dynamic dual for u and both will b fan favorites.
    Ty Temi. We love u Temi and alteady miss u❤💔👍

  • @preauxbleu1579
    @preauxbleu1579 Месяц назад

    Digging’ that Kate Martin and Temi get! I think they’ll do well with GSV ✊🏽

  • @agentcodybanx8909
    @agentcodybanx8909 Месяц назад +1

    Kate Martin is gonna be the star of the team

  • @notfromthisworld7558
    @notfromthisworld7558 Месяц назад +2

    Let’s goooooooooooo❤ this team

  • @regular8989
    @regular8989 Месяц назад

    Fagbenle and Kate Martin will be a great duo imo

  • @jacobgross4469
    @jacobgross4469 27 дней назад

    Temi to GS is a steal

  • @josephjackson7269
    @josephjackson7269 Месяц назад

    First round is going to be borderline starters so solid players. Can’t protect everyone.

  • @mindy9397
    @mindy9397 Месяц назад +1

    Gotta get stewie if not stewie then plum or thomas

  • @regular8989
    @regular8989 Месяц назад

    Kelsey Plum or Breanna Stewart in GS would be something

  • @23itISwhatITis
    @23itISwhatITis Месяц назад

    Can someone please explain the process to me? They selecting players from other teams? What is the criteria or parameters?

    • @davidgbemudu
      @davidgbemudu Месяц назад

      They weren't allowed to draft a cored player and every team chose 5 players they were protecting. So they weren't allowed to choose from the protected players

  • @toastiepostie3761
    @toastiepostie3761 Месяц назад +1

    Not Temi! WTH! 😭😭😭 Fever should have protected her.

  • @realrexcham
    @realrexcham Месяц назад

    What’s the criteria of drafting from another teams?

    • @davidgbemudu
      @davidgbemudu Месяц назад

      They were not allowed to draft a cored player and every team chose 5 players they were protecting. So they weren't allowed to choose from the protected players

  • @Blassie.P
    @Blassie.P Месяц назад

    This team name and colors are like if the Warriors and Kings had a baby 😂.

  • @ww2remembered983
    @ww2remembered983 Месяц назад

    Tal-but, not Tail-bit. The organization now has two Talbot's, I'm the other!

  • @natellareal
    @natellareal Месяц назад +1

    Temi is leaving Fever just doesn`t feel good. She was a rhythm with anyone in the team

  • @shastica
    @shastica Месяц назад +2

    Kate Martin 😮‍💨

  • @soseiqueestouaqui435
    @soseiqueestouaqui435 Месяц назад +3

    My choices would be, Kamilla cardoso, Chicago sky, Ajá Wilson, Las vegas aces, Caitlin Clark, Indiana, Sabrina ionescu, New york, Arike agumbowale, Dallas, Napheesa collier, Minissota, Allisha gray, Atlanta dream, Kia nurse, Los angeles sparks.
    My choices, my rule

  • @louisianaeu828
    @louisianaeu828 Месяц назад

    Temiiiiand they kept Wheeler? FR?

  • @naegwut
    @naegwut Месяц назад

    So awesome

  • @anthonyleydens
    @anthonyleydens 17 дней назад

    Im stoked kate martin is going to be able to play.

  • @Bford84
    @Bford84 Месяц назад

    here in the Bay area we know they will be champions in 3 years watch

  • @les_crow
    @les_crow Месяц назад +1

    Just call her Temi for gods sake, before you bite your tongues out.

  • @ChrisDavis-dt6xx
    @ChrisDavis-dt6xx 20 дней назад

    Congratulations Kate We love you

  • @birungienid3974
    @birungienid3974 Месяц назад

    The Valkyries said we don't need to select from the storms the Black Mamba might be joining us😂

  • @KeloBelin
    @KeloBelin Месяц назад +4

    Cecilia zandalasini is shooter.

    • @HowieMraz
      @HowieMraz Месяц назад

      CeCi can shoot but she’s horrible at the rest of her game. Low BBall IQ and bad intangibles plus horrendous D. Plays way to soft

  • @kennyestrella7726
    @kennyestrella7726 Месяц назад

    They should get Marine Johannes!!

  • @will-nc1zy
    @will-nc1zy Месяц назад +9

    Fever are idiots! They let Temi go over smith the sack of potatoes who can't run or receive the ball like Temi!!!

    • @jordanlj1
      @jordanlj1 Месяц назад

      Agreed, and I think history will prove how terrible of a decision this was. If Indiana goes to a slower pace half court offense, they are just another team that will struggle. Fast pace, open floor transitional basketball is their edge over every other team.

    • @davidgbemudu
      @davidgbemudu Месяц назад +1

      There's nothing wrong with protecting Nalyssa smith. It's better to leave her on the team so she can be traded instead of letting her go for free. They could've protected both Nalyssa and Temi. I suspect they didn't protect Temi because of contract negotiation issues

  • @PrinceNewYorkliberty
    @PrinceNewYorkliberty Месяц назад +10

    I have a problem with this team taking away Kayla Thornton from the new York liberty this has become the team that i hate the most in the upcoming season the Golden State Hopefully New York liberty embarrass this team Golden State next season.

  • @JesseYVR
    @JesseYVR Месяц назад

    Why do rhey even need to do an expansion draft with all the tale t outside the league?

  • @Abigail-zh3gf
    @Abigail-zh3gf Месяц назад +1

    Can someone explain what this team is?

  • @TheMarshFactor
    @TheMarshFactor Месяц назад

    Kate Martin is an amazing scoop 👏 🙌 ❤🎉🎉🎉, gift from the basketball gods 🙌

  • @stevedunn2621
    @stevedunn2621 Месяц назад

    If Temi could hit a free throw to save her life she might not have been up for grabs

  • @TheMarshFactor
    @TheMarshFactor Месяц назад

    ❤MOUNT UP❤😊 KATE MARTIN WILL SHINE ❤😊

  • @audrasforest
    @audrasforest Месяц назад +1

    Temi is a 32 year old that does not fit in with the future plans
    of the Indiana Fever. Good luck to her in San Francisco. !!!