Indiana Fever Waive Celeste Taylor for Damiris Dantas
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Robin discusses the latest move by Caitlin Clark's WNBA team the Indiana Fever, waiving Celeste Taylor to make room for Damiris Dantas.
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The most incompetent organization in professional sports.
@Collegefootballproductions
Ай бұрын
Yeah
THEY SHOULDA WAIVED SAXTON!!!!!!!!!!!! WHO IS AN UNPRODUCTIVE BIG............ WTF??????
@aleky67
Ай бұрын
especially with Damaris coming in. Saxton should've been waived.
@kikimc5999
Ай бұрын
Agree ! Saxton should of been gone. I don’t think the WNBA is for her. She’s basically there because of Aliyah. Aliyah can hold her own doesn’t need Saxton there with her in Indiana to be comfortable. It’s time for Aliyah to grow up and showing her own independence. Welcome to the real world ! If Zia Cooke can go to the Sparks without another Gamecock by her side, then Aliyah can do the same
@philipmtran05
Ай бұрын
That meant only one thing.. They think both DD and Temi are NOT fully recovered from their injuries....
So Indiana had just waived the one player on the team that knows and likes Clark and could actually help her be more effective. Literally every action they take it feels like Indiana Fever are trying to sabotage Clark.
@breonmitchell2443
Ай бұрын
Taylor was horrible in practice why she cut shouldn't been drafted
@daquanhartman9101
Ай бұрын
@@breonmitchell2443lol troll
Seriously, doesn’t make any sense… They didn’t even give her a chance…
@lorenzojones3430
Ай бұрын
You are so right not even given a damned chance at all!! WTF!!
Looked up highlights for Celest. She can pass and make 3`s. They never gave her a chance.
@alisonmills4409
Ай бұрын
Because Taylor is buddies with CC! Can’t have that!
@greenranger9428
Ай бұрын
💯. Fever team is full of it
@bartell20j
Ай бұрын
She was the second best passer in collage. Clark was the best... they would make a good team
@bishopsteiner7134
Ай бұрын
they already have that. They need people who can be physical in the paint if they want any chance in the playoffs.
@bishopsteiner7134
Ай бұрын
@@bartell20j passing is nice but eventually you need to ya know.. get physical, push the paint, grab rebounds, body the other players. You only need one player on the court playing traffic cop.
Sabotage. Taylor knows how CC plays. She has played against her. She can play WITH her, and we can't have that.
@aleky67
Ай бұрын
i think that's what Sides whispered in Weatherspoon's ear when they shook hands after the game. That they are waiving Taylor and that Sky should pick her up
@beckyspitzack4265
Ай бұрын
Yes Yes es Taylo can Run the court. Why didn't Clark stick up for Taylor?
@dalewall3726
Ай бұрын
@@aleky67-No it was pay up for us throwing the game.
@marisoltammero3331
Ай бұрын
@@beckyspitzack4265You don't know what CC said or didn't say. How would we even find that information out?
@MA-wy2kk
Ай бұрын
He wont say that hes double tongued riding the Fever for views
Damaris might be a good player and could help the team, but the player waived should NOT have been Celeste Taylor. Should have been Kristy Wallace or Saxton
@terry2346
Ай бұрын
Wheeler She is useless!!
@user-je7uj4sw3g
Ай бұрын
How about Wheeler?
@marisoltammero3331
Ай бұрын
Wheeler and Smith, who wants to go anyway.
No one is saying Damiris Dantas should have been waived over Taylor. They are saying Victaria Saxton should have been waived over Celeste Taylor. Saxton has sat the bench of the Fever for the past two years, averaged 3 minutes of play & done nothing. Saxton was a third round 25th pick. She should have been cut & EVERYONE expected Saxton to be the one to get cut when Dantas returned.
@arkeitafubler
Ай бұрын
I am so confused. Saxton and Boston have amazing chemistry. Why doesn't she play more? She has decent size and has a defensive mindset.
@Bilati2
Ай бұрын
Exactly 💯 you said it all.
@vickiconley3638
Ай бұрын
That would make sense.
📢Clark, demand a trade NOW‼️‼️‼️
@dot0422
Ай бұрын
😂😂😂😂
@dalewall3726
Ай бұрын
Hopefully at the end of the season she goes to another team cause if she stays with the Fever she's going nowhere.
@briangoodner8680
Ай бұрын
Delusional take. 🤪😂
@Clyde-kh3mq
Ай бұрын
Under contract for 4 yrs. No.1 pick goes to bad team that eventually gets better. That's how the system has ALWAYS worked. Fever are 7-11. Not that bad really. You don't demand a trade halfway thru rookie season. That's crazy. So be patient and a little more respectful.
@petep5207
Ай бұрын
@@Clyde-kh3mq she cna threaten t oretire. fact.
People are going to start switching of with this amount of incompetence
@dalewall3726
Ай бұрын
I tune in to watch Caitlin could care less about the gays.I watched Clark play for Iowa and to see how bad she has been treated in the wnba by her coach ,teammates.to go from an elite basketball program like Iowa (know it was college to the awful Fever, It is heart breaking, sad to watch.Caitlin deserves to be on a better team with teammates who want her and will pass the ball to her.
@paulmartin9070
Ай бұрын
Maybe that's their goal
And just when you thought they couldn't screw it up anymore....CC...YOU NEED TO GET OUT OF THERE!!! Call your agent and figure it out
@snave59
Ай бұрын
That's what I would do.Clark probably already has plenty of money in thew bank,from NIL deals,sponsorships.I would just sit out,until the Fever trade me.
Waiving Celeste Taylor is a stupid and uneducated move. One horrible decision after another.
Given the embarrassment that happened on the sidelines with CC and Sides during the Chicago skies’ game it would not surprise me if Taylor asked to be cut/waived for a better offer. I’m speechless - this action by the Fevers is tone deaf and incompetent 🤦🏽♂️ CC needs to demand a trade if nothing changes. She deserves better.
@michelleblanc6377
Ай бұрын
It’s even worse when you hear Sides say that she was preoccupied by defence but you cut the NCAA defensive player of the year that Celeste Taylor was. I simply just don’t get it
@garywright8457
Ай бұрын
@@michelleblanc6377 she was Big 10, DPOY
Wave your best young defender for another big, slow forward in her 30's. Another stellar move!
@jasonj7755
Ай бұрын
Dantas is not better than Taylor what the hell is this creator talking about fever has no perimeter defense this creator is lost
@jasonj7755
Ай бұрын
Taylor fits perfectly with CC defensive and can run the floor
@ES-rp6dx
Ай бұрын
That’s way Fever rolls one bad decision after another. Looser mentality = Fever leadership. Sides didn’t even give her chance.
Should have dumped Wheeler instead - she is worthless. I don’t care that some people think Wheeler can play defense - she can’t. Taylor could have helped with the defense.
it is pure stupidity.. they need defence so lets waive the one we have
@snave59
Ай бұрын
defense
She was probably their best defender. On a team that can’t play defense. So they cut her?
Dantas looks like another big that will be slow moving down the court.
@dot0422
Ай бұрын
😂😂😂😂😂
@terry2346
Ай бұрын
yep
@bartell20j
Ай бұрын
That's what I thought too
how are they going to yap about not having defense and then waive taylor who was defensive player of the year TWICE in college... make it make sense
This is a damn shame The team been suffering from defense, all season and you trade your best defensive player. You have bad enough if you had or sitting on the bench when she should’ve been in the game. This is criminal. Damn shame
Dumb move
So, they drafted Celeste for their second choice after Clark..who happens to be a superb defensive player. Then, not play her at all and eventually waiving her..when they could've used the pick to choose Kate Martin? Meanwhile, they're keeping Wheeler and Wallace..what happened to "we need to play defense" rant from the coach? Da hell's going on around here?
@jaylucas8352
Ай бұрын
Fire sides
@snave59
Ай бұрын
Agree.It would have been great to have Caitlin's buddy,Kate Martin,on the team.
Dumb! Damiris Dantas brings absolutely nothing to the table. Yes, I seen her career stats - 7 pts a game - sheesh. The team preach defense and yet waive the one player besides Lexi who can play some.
Celeste Taylor was an incredible defensive player and what is lacking on this team is Defense
Whose girlfriend is she?
They shoud waive christie sides and erica wheeler.
Such bullshit! The best defensive player they have and not only does not play but now is waived! GD crazy.
She was a2 time defensive player of the year in college
We need Dantas but Taylor was the wrong person to let go. Taylor is one of the best defensive player in college and Sides sat you on the bench. Absolutely crazy. Their was other players you could have let go
Christie has all the traits I value," Interim General Manager Lin Dunn said in a team release. "She is an excellent teacher with a high basketball IQ. She is a relationship person and a connector. Christie will be demanding, pay attention to detail, and will also make sure we defend and play hard. I love her energy and believe she is a perfect fit for our young, talented team." This is where the problem started! There’s no accountability at the top of the organization! The trickle down effect is the coach doesn’t need to take blame for anything cuz the GM doesn’t hold her accountable! The traits that Sun. Is speaking of…….i have yet to see Sides show! Oh wait she only shows those traits to her buddies in Wallace, Mitchell and wheeler and smith! You waived Taylor for a mediocre player!
Robin you got to admit this fever org is absolutely embarrassing, Dunn. Sides, Mitchell, Wheeler, Wallace are elementary to Taylor. 😮 this org is a shit storm
@jaylucas8352
Ай бұрын
Fires sides and dunn what a bum organization
After watching this Caitlyn Clark/Indiana Fever saga, I will never, ever, ever, ever again criticize another rookie for pulling a Kobe or Steve Francis and refusing to play for the organization that drafted them.
It might be good for the Fever but if they keep icing Clark they might as well release her too!!
@jenbraga9372
Ай бұрын
its not good, she's a slow ass player, we're screwed
@dot0422
Ай бұрын
😂😂😂😂😂
I Googled Dantas and she has eight years experience with Atlanta and the Lynx. She could be a good find. I thought on the 13th round of the draft the Fever SHOULD have selected Kate Martin, CCs best frienf from Iowa.
@HappyGoSplat
Ай бұрын
She was on Injury Reserve. So she was always part of the Fever's plans this season.
@snave59
Ай бұрын
@@HappyGoSplat His other point was correct.They should have taken Kate Martin.
I don’t know how much more of this I can take
@johngarrett6256
Ай бұрын
I'm feeling your pain 🤕😟
The Fever have just shown us they are the worse organization in the league.
@dot0422
Ай бұрын
😂😂😂😂😂
This is a reaction to Smith getting owned by Reese. Could be short sighted. Would have rather seen Wallace or Wheeler gone. You waive your first round draft pick? Also puzzling because Temi is ready to come back.
They should also waive CC she doesn't deserve to be in this team,they are ruining her career
Dantas was signed in February and couldn’t make training camp because of a knee injury.
And she wants Fever to be better Defensively 😂 Watch Taylor thrive on another team and I hope she does I’m thinking mystics
Huge mistake
@jinku77
Ай бұрын
Fever management screwing it up again
I have seen enough of this years rookies to say, college players talent transfer quite well to the WNBA. Celeste is better than Kate Martin. I think this was all about wanting Dantas and not allowing Celeste Taylor to prove she can play at this level. If Dantas was available in the beginning, Celeste would have been cut in preseason. Pretty simple you were not going to play CT. If Dantas can rebound and shoot then so be it. Sky replacing Cardosa and Reese with 2 more bigs is crazy compared to what the Fever has. Boston would be a forward on most teams. She is our big. Great job Lin Dunn.
@snave59
Ай бұрын
Celeste Taylor is probably glad,she doesn't have to on the team anyway.
Everyday #ChristieSides and #LinDunn find a way to PMO!!! 🤬🤬🤬
When do we waive Sides for a big who can stop shooting us in the foot?
That's a shame. Definitely could have switched between Wallace and Taylor, even Berger was given many chances to play. Also Fever could have signed Skylar Diggins (former Mercury now plays for Storm) before this season started but decided not to. Big loss all around.
Damn it they really needed her. 2 time defensive player of the year Big 10 and knows how to play with CC..WTF??? My girlfriend😢
Just wowww...a defensive specialist, ya let's waive her
So, if you don't know too much about Celeste, just watch the Connecticut game that they played on 6/10. Celeste got AROUND a screen and caused the Connecticut player to miss the shot. Something that I don't see any other Fever players doing. Also, watch how she sprinted toward the opposite court. She had a block, she went to the free throw line (and I think made one of those) and she got a bucket. She had 3pts and a block and this is what Celeste was able to do in her measly 7 minutes that Sides gave her to play when she was in the Connecticut game. Celeste is an NCAA 2 time Defensive Player of the Year. I think Celeste would have been a great compliment to CC because they are both fast players. Coach Sides and the whole Fever organization are a complete joke.
So why the hell did they draft her?
@snave59
Ай бұрын
Agree.They could have and should have taken Kate Martin.
should have waived Wallace and Wheeler.
@snave59
Ай бұрын
Can you believe Wheeler,is the highest paid player on the team?
The Fever owner needs to be awaken. WTH is going on 😳😡
@snave59
Ай бұрын
The Fever, is comparable to the 3 stooges.You got the owner,Linn Dunn and Christy Sides.
Stupid moves like this are why everyone is calling for Sides & Dunn to be fired now. The longer Sides & Dunn are allowed to stay, the more damage they can do to the team with stupid moves like this. This was done to protect Wallace's position as the starter & because Saxton feeds Sides ego. Sides & Dunn care more about having their buddies on the team than actually having good players. I didn't even see this stupid of a move coming. But I have been worried that Sides & Dunn will make another stupid move of trading Berger, because that would further ensure Wheeler's position on the team, since Berger is a backup PG. So there are more stupid moves they can make if they are allowed to continue to manage the team any longer. And God forbid, if we don't get rid of them soon, they could even renew Wheeler's ridiculous contract & stick the Fever with that huge expense for the next couple of years.
Sarcasm alert. So Dantas is a big who hasn’t played and is not in basketball shape and cannot run the floor.
What’s Dantas defense like? Are there any footage of her playing D on line?
Dantas seems to check all the same boxes as Smith. I wish we'd made this move when Temi got hurt, but better late than never I guess. With Caitlin playing huge minutes, we definitely have too many guards. I wouldn't prefer Taylor be the odd one out, but the team has to have more info than some random fan on the internet. Hope she catches on elsewhere and gets a shot.
@zxyzzy6506
Ай бұрын
Dantas has been out all year with a knee injury.
@12d0d0ng0s
Ай бұрын
@@zxyzzy6506 Thank you. Was unaware of that.
I'm sorry Celeste got cut with no chance. Dantas does look good though
The Fever are a joke. They cut their only true defender that they never used. Imagine what Clark must think being surrounded by such incompetence.
WOW....this clearly proves 2 things. First, the coach and GM definitely read the comments from fans. Second, they are giving us fans the middle finger and sending us a message about who's boss. Time to send a message back. Releasing Taylor? WTF ??? You haven't even seen what she can do. To draft her just to never play her and then release her, is criminal. It is grimy as it gets. She was treated horribly. No great player will ever want to come to Indiana. This pretty much confirms for me the rumor out there that Sides is lovers with Wallace and is appeasing her. This is horrible. I am done. DONE. DONE. I 'll follow Caitlin from afar, but not one more dollar to the WNBA.
Such a crap move. I hope some team picks her up. This was always the plan. Dantas had Visa issues to start the season I believe. If no issues Celeste would have gotten cut from the beginning. Probably why they did not want to play her. If she played and got hurt then she probably would have gotten a settlement or had to be left on roster, Do not know the internals of their player agreements.
Robin, “WHAT THE HELL IS GOING ON ?”
"You couldn't pretend to guard Angel Reese". 😂 That's so painfully true!! I agree also that the Dantas activation is aimed squarely at Smith. Yeah, she was that bad.
@snave59
Ай бұрын
Agree.Reese wiped the floor with her.
@snave59
Ай бұрын
No.
She ia coming off a knee injury. They are going to eat her alive.
I can't believe Coach Christie Sides put Celeste Taylor on waivers. No, wait, yes I can. Coach Sides seems like the type of Coach who would rather LOSE GAMES than take the chance on Celeste Taylor making her look bad by winning games with stellar defense. Celeste Taylor was two-time Conference Defense Player of the Year at Ohio State. INSANITY IS DOING THE SAME THING OVER AND OVER AND EXPECTING DIFFERENT RESULTS. Indiana Fever management I am looking at you.
Was so looking forward to Celeste Taylor and Caitlin Clark playing together. Celeste was the 2024 Defensive Player of the Year in our Big 10. Caitlin and Celeste supported each other through this tough rookie year. She should have been playing! No opportunity to show any of her skills. People were saying to put her in during games. Erica Wheeler is Coach Sides friend. Saxton is Boston's friend. But Celeste is the one out.
I hope the Dallas wings pick her up, she would be back with Sheldon.They were good together.👍😀
Taylor is a guard. Dantas is a forward/center to back up Boston, Smith, and Fagbenle. The Fever had a guard heavy roster which they just balanced out.
I've assembled all public statements from Christie Sides regarding Celeste Taylor The Positive, presumably during the draft. 1. On Taylor’s Versatility: • “Celeste Taylor’s ability to adapt and excel in multiple positions on the court is one of her standout qualities. Her versatility allows her to be a game-changer in various roles, making her a valuable asset to the team.” 2. On Taylor’s Defensive Skills: • “Taylor’s defensive prowess is second to none. She has an uncanny ability to anticipate plays and disrupt the opponent’s rhythm, making her a crucial player in our defensive strategy.” 3. On Taylor’s Leadership: • “Celeste is not just a talented player but also a natural leader. Her dedication and work ethic inspire her teammates, and she leads by example both on and off the court.” 4. On Taylor’s Impact on the Game: • “What sets Celeste apart is her impact on the game beyond just scoring. She influences every aspect of the game with her energy, intelligence, and tenacity, making her an indispensable player for us.” 5. On Taylor’s Growth and Development: • “Watching Celeste grow over the seasons has been a rewarding experience. Her commitment to improving her skills and understanding the game at a deeper level has been impressive.” 6. On Taylor’s Mental Toughness: • “Celeste’s mental toughness is exceptional. She handles pressure with grace and remains focused, even in the most challenging situations. This resilience is what makes her a standout performer.” 7. On Taylor’s Work Ethic: • “Celeste’s work ethic is commendable. She is always the first to arrive and the last to leave, constantly pushing herself to get better. This dedication is evident in her performance on the court.” 8. On Taylor’s Contribution to Team Success: • “Celeste’s contributions go beyond statistics. Her presence on the court elevates the performance of those around her, making her a key factor in our team’s success.” 9. On Taylor’s Future Potential: • “Celeste has an incredibly bright future ahead of her. Her combination of skill, intelligence, and determination makes her a player to watch, not just in college basketball but at the professional level as well.” 10. On Taylor’s Role in Big Games: • “In big games, Celeste is the player you want on your team. She thrives under pressure and has a knack for making crucial plays when it matters most.” The Negative 1. On Consistency: • “Celeste sometimes struggles with consistency. There are games where she is absolutely dominant, and others where she fades into the background. Finding that balance and maintaining a high level of play throughout the season is something she needs to work on.” 2. On Shot Selection: • “Her shot selection can be questionable at times. Celeste has the ability to make difficult shots, but she also needs to recognize when to pass up a tough shot for a better opportunity for the team.” 3. On Decision-Making Under Pressure: • “Taylor has room to improve in her decision-making, especially under pressure. She tends to rush plays in tight situations, leading to turnovers or forced shots. Slowing down and making more deliberate choices is crucial.” 4. On Defensive Discipline: • “While Celeste is a strong defender, she can occasionally lose her defensive discipline, particularly when trying to make a big play. This can result in unnecessary fouls or missed assignments, which we need to address.” 5. On Balancing Aggression: • “Celeste’s aggressive style is one of her strengths, but it can also be a double-edged sword. She needs to learn when to dial back her aggression to avoid foul trouble and to maintain her effectiveness throughout the game.” 6. On Managing Emotions: • “She wears her emotions on her sleeve, which can be both a positive and a negative. Celeste needs to channel her emotions in a way that benefits her play and doesn’t lead to frustration or distractions on the court.” 7. On Efficiency: • “Efficiency is an area where Celeste can improve. There are times when her shooting percentages drop, and she takes more shots to find her rhythm. Working on her shot selection and efficiency will make her a more potent scorer.” 8. On Leadership Consistency: • “Celeste is a natural leader, but there are moments where she needs to be more vocal and consistent in her leadership role. Encouraging her teammates and keeping them engaged throughout the game is essential.” 9. On Adapting to Game Flow: • “Adapting to the flow of the game is something Celeste needs to work on. Sometimes she gets locked into a certain style of play and doesn’t adjust quickly enough to the evolving dynamics of the game.” 10. On Playmaking: • “While Celeste is a great scorer, she could improve her playmaking ability. She needs to develop a better sense of when to create opportunities for her teammates, rather than looking for her own shot first.” What is this criticism based on? Not Celeste's scant few minutes of playing time in the throwaway closing seconds of losing games. Compare this criticism to the praise Sides doles out to her former Atalanta Dream favorites Wallace and Wheeler. Are there games when they are "absolutely dominant"?, and others where she fades into the background. .Or do they "fade into the background" and negatively impact the game.
It doesn't make sense letting Taylor go. Taylor may have had some upside. We already know what Wallace and Saxton bring to the table which is not much.
@foolishgrey
Ай бұрын
Wallace is putrid in terms of skill and IQ
@jaylucas8352
Ай бұрын
Wallace useless defender. Everyone scored on her. Never blocks or steals or anything. H
@snave59
Ай бұрын
You can add Wheeler to.She is useless.
Once a player is waived does she still get paid 😢
@snave59
Ай бұрын
No.
Seriously, the Defensive player of the Year !!!! They need to waive Wallace and Mitchell.
@marisoltammero3331
Ай бұрын
And Wheeler. Don't forget her. Smith doesn't want to be here either. Then dating someone from another team who happens to hare CC, isn't a conflict of interest at all.
Side is the most incompetent coach in the WNBA right now, always saying defense, defense, during her pressers yet waiving a potential guard who could work with Caitlin is BS.
Now what happens to Celeste Taylor? Is she out of the WNBA?
@snave59
Ай бұрын
Someone might claim her.
@jklin2987
Ай бұрын
@@snave59 And if not, it’s over for her?
@marisoltammero3331
Ай бұрын
@@jklin2987 She goes to play overseas I guess.
Unreal!!! A Self Proclaimed Defensive Coach, whos team needs help on defense, and has a 2x NCAA defensive player on her Team, and Fucking Cuts her.... Un Believable.!!!!! I hate to say it but I hope the fever lose ass and miss the playoffs. Cause if they do make playoffs and say win a round they will keep sides. And that's unfortunate.
@jaylucas8352
Ай бұрын
Fire sides
Celeste is an excellent player, she was never given a chance with the fever, the times she did get in the game she was great and displayed great energy and basketball knowledge, I hope another team picks her up.
Wheeler is playing a max protected contract this year. From what I know they haven't offered her a contract extension yet. The same goes for Mitchell. Hull and Wallace exercised their protected contract options for 2025. A coin flip between Berger or Taylor? Nope...Berger played college, in Indiana, and she is on her 2nd year.
The Fever have no depth in the paint..looks like she's long, has offensive capability, and can run the floor. AB and Nylissa can use the help. Now if they can only find a team for Wheeler in a trade.
Bad move by this team. Waive Wallace or Wheeler
Many teams need for her service. She's so lucky to exit fever. The fever coach and management are stupid.
@snave59
Ай бұрын
Agree.The Fever are one of the worst teams.Despite having, two number 1 overall picks.That makes no sense.
Well by the stats, it looks like a no-brainer. Dantas is 6'3" and can play D along with being a good 3-pt shooter and generates assists. The fever need some height. Celeste is only 5'11 and can't shoot as well. If one wants to argue to build towards the future--and if Taylor could have been a better player--is a point but the Fever don't look to be looking at that phase. It's to bad for Taylor and hopefully she gets picked up by somebody else but its hard to fault the Fever on this one.
Celeste Taylor is an outstanding basketball player both on offense and defense -the Fever made a huge mistake in releasing her -her release is an absolute disgrace-this was not a business decision -The coach needs to be waived
Proven player? At her age? I looked on line for this question. How long till a drafted WNBA player can be a free agent? The website gave NO response. Boston will leave the FEVER when she becomes a free agent. Clark will leave the FEVER when she becomes a free agent. This team has BAD management. They will NEVER get enough first round draft picks to stay .. lets see how long Taylor is a free agent.
@andrewhicks8340
Ай бұрын
I think it is four years on the rookie contract, with the team having the option of extending for a fifth year.
It wasn’t the team, I don’t think! GM, and the person they call a coach did it. They don’t need her, didn’t you see that defensive masterpiece, against Chicago? If I were a betting man, I would bet Fagbennie doesn’t start when she comes back!
#FreeCaitlinClark!
If CC wanted Celeste there wouldn't she be? Caitlin is the franchise player so wouldn't you pacify her. I see her having fun with all the girls so I don't think they were best friends so come on. Good luck Celeste.
This is half the story. According to the interview with Sides, Taylor hasn't been going to practice for a while, which is why she has stayed benched. IF she hasn't been going to practice, she doesn't want to play. Sides could be lying, but nobodies saying it isn't true. Better to cut people that don't want to produce for people who might. Now to get rid of KM and Sides.
It appeared that Sides didnt have the story behind Taylor a double DPOY and Sides let that player gather dust on the bench, and then the organization decides to waive Taylor. For a coach who claimed to be a defensive minded coach doesnt play Taylor doesnt even give a chance and instead waives her, the best perimeter defender on the team without question. This move was unthinkable but maybe even more unthinkable is why Sides has remained the coach and allowed all this to happen. All the wins really happened because Clark carried this team,, not because of coaching in the least.
Who the He🏒🏒 is Damiris Dantas????
😂 Dantas highlight looks like slowmo video.
Interesting. Seems like a lot of "bigs" for one team but I guess it might allow them to drag an opposing big out of the lane to open up for Boston, maybe?
Please Fever waive/free Caitlin Clark
@taipan1234
Ай бұрын
Reality IS still coming..
He's got a point. We need a big that can defend and shoot, BUT they need to be able to actually move and not run like they are in sand. I really like Smith and think she's done a pretty good job, but Reese ate her up in this last game. I know we fouled a lot and Sky was at the free throw line constantly (it felt like) but someone needed to get dominant with Reese and Smith wasn't doing it (which surprised me). I hope Dantas helps in that position, but I sure miss Temi. She gets up the floor in a hurry!
@amiga4everandever
Ай бұрын
💯 not surprised on Smith, Reese is real inside, and you can’t rely on one player to fix the D, ALL need to be WAY better, honesly now they players know it on them, no excuses
good grief
Should have kept Taylor and waived Wallace
@marisoltammero3331
Ай бұрын
And Wheeler and Mitchell. Those two need to go as well.
They should’ve drafted Martin at 15. She’s such a versatile player. Martin has had starting time on the aces. The only difference is she probably wouldn’t have had a chance
Celeste Taylor would have made a difference she would have been a major upgrade
I would have waived Saxton. That’s a more like for like swap. This may leave them thin at guard. Seattle should consider Taylor. She is better than Muhl.
@UCCJGUY
Ай бұрын
I think ATL may sign her
She was signed February 1st 2024 if you guys watch the news
Not only does the team roster need to be overhauled, but so does the coaching staff.
@holtless
Ай бұрын
What coaching staff? Don't think I've seen one for the Fever........sad.
@snave59
Ай бұрын
I don't think the roster needs overhauled.There is talent.Boston and Clark,were both number 1 overall picks.I do think the coach,needs to just let Clark,be Clark.
The Fever is rated last place in defense. So what's actually going on with the Fever organization?
Funny how the put on the announcement Thank you ! Is that a joke 😳