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Ball Up Top: A Women’s Basketball Podcast

No Cap Space WBB
WNBA
Caitlin Clark
Women's Basketball
NCAA
Indiana Fever
New York Liberty
South Carolina
Minnesota Lynx
NCAA Women's Basketball
Dallas Wings
March Madness
Angel Reese
Paige Bueckers
Las Vegas Aces
Seattle Storm
Chicago Sky
Uconn
Atlanta Dream
A'ja Wilson
Basketball

Ball Up Top: A Women’s Basketball Podcast is a show by No Cap Space WBB that covers all the latest news in the WNBA, NCAA women’s basketball and WBB globally from the Olympics to the Euroleague. Celebratory and critical and everywhere in between. www.nocapspacewbb.com

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0:00 Intro

2:50 Team USA Storyline to Watch

12:27 Non-Team USA Storyline to Watch

23:07 Non-Team USA Player to Watch

30:57 Drafting Team USA vs The World

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0:00 Intro

2:03 Dream Look Like Contenders

9:01 Angel Reese Makes History

14:20 Sparks Up o... more

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Recent Guests

Taniya Latson
Long-time friend of the show, 20-point performance mentioned
No Cap Space WBB segment guest
Episode: Mystics Peaking Too Early? + Clutch Chelsea Gray, WNBA Franchise Stars, WNBA as a Political Football
Nia Symone
Former college basketball player and Atlanta Dream beat expert
No Cap Space WBB
Episode: Luxury Tax with Nia Symone: A Contending Atlanta Dream And A Look At The Next Generation of Women's Basketball
Seerat Sohi
The Ringer WNBA Show guest, author of Caitlin Clark column
The Ringer
Episode: A Commissioner's Cup Final Preview, Paige Bueckers vs. Olivia Miles and the Caitlin Clark Discourse Death Spiral with The Ringer WNBA's Seerat Sohi
Tori Nicole
Host of The Girl Who Likes Hoops Podcast
The Girl Who Likes Hoops
Episode: Lynx Continue Wings Domination, Sabrina Ionescu Dialogue, 4OT Thriller, Kamilla Cardoso's Rise
Stephanie White
Indiana Fever coach, featured in postgame comments
Indiana Fever
Episode: Caitlin Clark leaves game hurt as Mercury beat Fever, Steph White's reaction, Valkyries beat Dream
Deyscha Smith
Slam Writer, Connecticut Sun Beat Reporter for The Nine
The Nine, Slam
Episode: Deyscha Smith joins to discuss WNBA's 30th Anniversary, MVP Race, and the Connecticut Sun
Sloane Martin
Lynx Team Broadcaster, Fox Sports' Big Ten Guru
No Cap Space WBB / Fox Sports
Episode: Sloane Martin Talks Olivia Miles, Minnesota Lynx and WNBA Title Aspirations | Luxury Tax
Brian Fleurantin
Writer for Nets Daily and Black Rosie Media
Nets Daily; Black Rosie Media
Episode: Breanna Stewart's Resurgence, Sabrina Ionescu's Ceiling and the New York Liberty Rising with Brian Fleurantin | Luxury Tax
Andrew Dukowitz
Analyst from Zone Coverage Minnesota
Zone Coverage Minnesota
Episode: Caitlin Clark & Steph White Discourse, Global WNBA, Alanna Smith Starting, Lynx Up, Mercury Disaster

Hosts

Andrew Hobner
Host of No Cap Space WBB; frequent contributor and co-host with deep WBB knowledge.
Tyler DeLuca
Co-host appearing regularly on multiple WBB-focused shows; known for strong game analysis and hot-take banter.
Chauny
Host on Ball Up Top and frequent co-host across WBB content; noted for engaging analysis and broad coverage.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 97 ratings
  • The Ball Knowers

    I love this show! The crew does a wonderful job threading the needle on analysis and jokes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jwspiess
    United States4 months ago
  • Best Women’s Basketball Content

    I look forward to this podcast every week. It is the best analysis and overall content for women’s hoops.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BevanyJohansen
    United States5 months ago
  • top-notch

    You guys rock. Amazing chemistry between hosts, brilliant and honest analysis, solid engagement with politics when necessary and the intersection is there. One of the best women’s basketball pods out there. I never miss an episode. Thanks for all your work!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    re:be.k.a
    United States7 months ago
  • Incredible reporting

    The latest episode on the Sky was INCREDIBLE! I love how in depth and learning ALL the details!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Veeplusthree
    United States7 months ago
  • Tyler

    Is Tyler an antisemite? He was never held accountable for his rant earlier this year against the Anti Defamation League, the country’s leading Jewish rights organization. Why did he oppose the Aces’ proposed donation?

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Randysf1971
    United States9 months ago

Listeners Say

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Some listeners feel occasional bias or fluff when topics stray from core analysis.
Fans appreciate smart, humorous takes and strong WBB coverage.
Listeners praise the chemistry and depth of analysis.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#231
Canada/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#21
Russia/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#116
Brazil/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#174
Belgium/Sports/Basketball

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Luxury Tax with Nia Symone: A Contending Atlanta Dream And A Look At The Next Generation of Women's Basketball
Q: How does the addition of Bree Jones influence the Dream's ceiling?
Bree Jones brings veteran poise and a high basketball IQ, allowing her to fit as a reliable engine in the frontcourt alongside Angel Reese, and to bridge the gap between the core five and bench depth.
Luxury Tax with Nia Symone: A Contending Atlanta Dream And A Look At The Next Generation of Women's Basketball
Q: What is the biggest improvement that could happen in the second half for the Atlanta Dream?
The team could benefit most from playing as a unit, increasing ball touches across the roster, and raising shooting efficiency, which would reduce the impact of slumps and keep the offense versatile.
Breanna Stewart's Resurgence, Sabrina Ionescu's Ceiling and the New York Liberty Rising with Brian Fleurantin | Luxury Tax
Q: How has Sabrina Ionescu adapted within the DiMarco system and who are her best-fitting teammates to complement her game?
Sabrina has developed as a smarter defender and facilitator, with the roster around her— notably Leonie Fibich and Pauline—providing shooting and cutting lanes that maximize her playmaking. The coaching staff's emphasis on spacing has helped Sabrina remain effective as a scorer and distributor.
Breanna Stewart's Resurgence, Sabrina Ionescu's Ceiling and the New York Liberty Rising with Brian Fleurantin | Luxury Tax
Q: What has changed in Stewie's role this season to drive her improved production and the team's success?
Stewie has taken on a greater offensive load with more efficient scoring around the rim, aided by better spacing and Chris DiMarco's system that leverages her ability to draw fouls, finish at the rim, and serve as a primary option in designed plays, while also contributing as a versatile defender.
WNBA League Pass Team Rankings & The Best Possible Storylines with Seerat Sohi
Q: Can you define a league pass team?
A league pass team in the WNBA is shaped not just by on-court performance but by narrative potential, national TV exposure, and the ability to hook casual and hardcore viewers alike, balancing exciting young talent with marketability and storylines.

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This show delivers in-depth discussions on women's basketball across the WNBA, NCAA, and global segments, blending sharp game analysis with witty banter. Episodes routinely weigh award races, playoff projections, team dynamics, and front-office moves, while sprinkling narrative context and cultural commentary. A notable strength is the chemistry among a core trio of hosts, which keeps conversations engaging even when debates get heated, and the format regularly translates on-court performance into broader league implications useful for sponsors and potential guests. The show stands out for its accessible, nerdy-basketball rigor, candid takes, and willingness to address political and media dynamics around the sport.

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1. Taniya Latson
2. Nia Symone
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6. Deyscha Smith
7. Sloane Martin
8. Brian Fleurantin

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