Napheesa Collier, Twins fire Baldelli, Vikings & Anthony Edwards: H&H Podcast

Napheesa Collier dropped a bomb on WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert, calling out how she’s running the league and even revealing private conversations. On the newest episode of the H&H Podcast, Ahmad Hicks and Henry Lake break down Collier’s powerful statement. Lake wonders if we’d be hearing this if the Lynx were competing for a title, while Ahmad argues it was time for Collier to step up as a leader. 0Meanwhile, the Minnesota Twins fired manager Rocco Baldelli — but did ownership ever give him enough to win? The guys debate if the blame really falls on the manager and players, or if this is another case of ownership failing the team. The Minnesota Vikings’ offensive struggles also take center stage. First it was all blamed on J.J. McCarthy, but Carson Wentz is running into the exact same problems. Can this team ever fix their offensive line? And finally, Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolves tip off preseason against the Denver Nuggets. Is this the year they finally get over the hump? If so, what will it take? Hicks and Lake dive in.

Napheesa Collier's statement blasting WNBA

Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier blasted WNBA leadership on Tuesday during her season-ending news conference over inconsistent officiating and player salary.

Napheesa Collier blasts WNBA leadership: 'It's the worst in the world' [FULL]

Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier blasted WNBA leadership on Tuesday at her season-ending news conference at Mayo Clinic Square. She called out inconsistent officiating, says the league office doesn't care about the on-court product and players need to be paid more as the two sides prepare to negotiate a new collective bargaining agreement.

Lynx, NBA future, Twins and Vikings: H & H Podcast

This week on the H & H Podcast, Ahmad Hicks and Henry Lake recap a busy week in Minnesota sports and look ahead to the NBA’s future. Minnesota Lynx: Fresh off knocking out the Golden State Valkyries in the first round, but Lake says they’ve got to start games faster if they want to keep advancing in the playoffs. NBA Future: With LeBron James hinting at retirement, the guys debate whether Anthony Edwards can take the torch as the league’s next face — and what the NBA might look like without King James. Minnesota Twins: As the season wraps up, Lake searches for reasons to be optimistic heading into next year. Minnesota Vikings: After laying an egg against the Falcons, Hicks and Lake break down what’s really going on with the team and rookie QB J.J. McCarthy.

Vikings, Lynx and Pablo Lopez: H & H Podcast

The Minnesota Vikings bounced back in a big way with a 48-10 win over the Bengals. Carson Wentz made his first start in purple and delivered, while the defense forced five turnovers. But are we entering a QB controversy? Ahmad Hicks says JJ McCarthy deserves more time, while Henry Lake argues the best player should play — no matter who it is. The guys also dive into the Minnesota Lynx’s comeback win over the Mercury, and why Napheesa Collier was unfairly left out of postseason awards. Plus, Pablo López lands on the IL — why both Lake and Hicks think that could actually help the Twins long term. And with the Gophers back in action vs. Rutgers, Ahmad challenges P.J. Fleck to raise the standard after another frustrating loss. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more Minnesota sports talk every week!

Lynx open WNBA Playoffs with dominating win over Valkyries

The Minnesota Lynx had a dominant Game 1 of the WNBA Playoffs against the Golden State Valkyries, with a 101-72 victory to take a 1-0 lead in the best-of-three series. They’re on a revenge run to the WNBA Finals.