Deborah Stroman joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Friday, May 16, just hours before the 2025 WNBA tips off. After discussing some of the latest headlines around the NBA Playoffs — including the disappointment of the Cleveland Cavaliers and the lucrative business proposition a New York Knicks Finals run would create — Stroman shares her thoughts around an important season for the W. How should the league approach its collective bargaining agreement negotiations, and who does she think could be lifting the trophy by the end of the season?
Dr. Deborah Stroman — who is a UNC professor, sports businesswoman, former basketball player, and columnist — chats with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell each week about the world of sports. Click here to listen to their past conversations on the latest sports headlines and impact in the game, on culture, and for business.
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