Looking forward to Liberty-Fire tonight (in-person!), especially how both teams manipulate the middle third. Opening set from NYL yesterday: gut/zoom with a paint seal from the screener Sabally or a flow to remove the help defense. Portland working with some similar concepts...

They had some more good stuff with a layered Spain PnR (a very Spanish one, at that) for Jocytė/Bibby as well that I liked

Some good Lauren Jensen preseason minutes for the Mercury. Very energetic offensively and the kind of IQ that comes with playing a LOT of minutes in college. Very distinctive motion style, and some good connectivity at point guard...

Also a lot to like about Sydney Taylor on the Chicago Sky. Besides a game-high 23 points vs. Atlanta, her game has a snap to it offensively—fireball pass in transition, good first step on drive—that I think gives a great change of pace to Chicago's cluttered backcourt rotation.

Couple clips: great effort from Camille Droguet to get back in transition, and good read to peel switch, in essence, to the corner, getting a steal as part of Landes' go-ahead run.

Mini thread: #WNBA end-of-quarter defensive pressure. Something we saw a lot from Valkyries in 2025. "Punch" (look at Nakase's signal) can let the defense speed up the offense and can net a 2-for-1 possession, or abbreviated opponent last look (statistically valuable), at the end of quarters. (1/4)

Great coverage read from A'ja Wilson. Hillmon undercuts the screen aggressively, so Wilson cuts/powers through to the rim for an and-one. A baseline inbound play the Dream saw on film, and Hillmon executed the coverage to take away the shot, but Wilson (/LVA?) just countered to great success.

One area of continued improvement for Charles is rim finishing; her 46% clip on shots within 5 feet ranked in the 10th percentile in WNBA '25, per @herhoopstats.com; she was hit or miss here. Venezia had some success on BLOBs involving rip screens and Spain actions, when Mersin wasn't in zone.

Four of those steals came from Mariella Santucci (5'8/26/Toledo '20), who flashed some good stuff defensively. 3.3 STL/40 in career European competition. Fared pretty well against Vanloo (above stepback notwithstanding) in point of attack defense.

Ok, finally getting a chance to watch GSV-MIN game one. Will try not to be too self-referential to the pre-game post in this thread, but it will sometimes be inevitable. riseofthevalkyries.substack.com/p/how-the-va... Zoom empty with Carleton—would love to shrink the floor more at the nail here.

CALADRIUS BLAZE allows me to unlock controlling TWO SHIPS at once in mirror formation, with two different customizable weapons load-outs, and it's literally the most fun I've ever had in any SHMUP game ever. I need this feature in every STG game from now on. #SHMUP #STG

CORE Rules! ChimeraSHOCK! TTRPG in a world of Steam Engines, Bi-Planes, Airships, Black Powder, Super Science, Swords, and Majhic... Evolution on each world like ours doesn't happen all at once. Technology doesn't propagate at an equal rate. Cultures collide. #dnd #steampunk

"While Bitcoin gets a lot of attention, it hasn’t played the safe-haven role many expected. In my view, there are a few reasons why. First, Bitcoin lacks privacy. Transactions can be monitored and potentially controlled, which is why central banks aren’t looking to hold it.

🚨 SOUTH KOREAN POLICE OFFICERS INDICTED IN $186 MILLION CRYPTO LAUNDERING SCANDAL 🚨 Two senior cops — one a station chief — have been indicted for aiding a massive crypto laundering network in South Korea. Their role? www.cryptopolitan.com/south-korean... #CryptoCrime #PoliceCorruption

Well, that isn't the word I would’ve used. But then I don’t own the Trump-to-English dictionary. A large faction of Americans is in an abusive relationship, and they don’t seem to care that they are.😢

Did you see it? Gulf Coast News viewer Eric Root snapped some great images of the rocket launch as seen from East Naples Thursday morning. More: https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/photos-videos-spacex-falcon-9-rocket-launch-florida/71372001 

C/2025 R3 (PanSTARRS) from STEREO-A HI2- 17/24.4.26 Raw data: STEREO Science Center. FITS files processed with PixInsight, python & ffmpeg. Video from MMC Astro x.com/MMCAstronomy... Source stereo-ssc.nascom.nasa.gov/browse/2026/... stereo-ssc.nascom.nasa.gov/browse/2026/...

📌 Βίντεο στο Instagram με αφορμή την Εργατική Πρωτομαγιά έκανε ο πρωθυπουργός Κυριάκος Μητσοτάκης, παρουσιάζοντας τα θετικά μέτρα της κυβέρνησης για τους εργαζόμενους. 🎥 kyriakos_ #iefimerida #κυριάκοςμητσοτάκης #μέτρα #εργαζόμενοι

[ 🇲🇲 MYANMAR ] 🔸 Des forces anti-junte auraient frappé des soldats de l’armée birmane lors d’un festival à Bhamo, dans l’État de Kachin, en utilisant notamment des drones FPV kamikazes probablement équipés d’explosifs artisanaux.

🚨 Train Slams Into Septic Truck in Virginia Authorities are investigating after a train collided with a septic truck crossing railroad tracks in Chesapeake, Virginia. #SouthFloridaMedia #BreakingNews #Virginia #TrainCrash #Chesapeake

Long Island Rail Road workers are picketing outside of stations on Saturday after contract negotiations with the MTA fell through. The strike has halted North America's busiest commuter rail, which could leave hundreds of thousands of riders scrambling.

A partner who supports your growth is a green flag. Not just when things are easy, but when you’re trying something new, improving yourself, or stepping into a bigger version of your life. The right support builds confidence instead of shrinking it. #relationshipadvice

USA gun violence is getting worse and worse. MAGA hate crimes because of Trump and his maga loyalist. Jan 6 ERs the real domestic terrorists!

Thanks to Republican policies supported by our Congressman, health care costs are rising fast in California’s 23rd District - and thousands of families are already feeling it. It's time for a change: MatthewsforCongress.com #CA23 #CAPolitics #healthcare

"Die Daten scheinen nun ziemlich eindeutig zu bestätigen, dass wir in den nächsten Monaten einen El-Niño-Zyklus erleben werden, der alle bisherigen Rekorde bricht." Einer von unzähligen Gründen, Klimaschutz als Grundlage für alles zu sehen.

ABS confirmed in #Diamondbacks at #Giants (Bot 5). Rafael Devers challenged the called strike. Called strike confirmed. HP: Sean Barber | Upheld 47.3% (26/55). Later: Rafael Devers called out on strikes.

Mecha fighting? The DJ Boy sequel is wild! B.Rap Boys (Arcade, Kaneko, 1992)

Ghostbusters II (Game Boy, HAL Laboratory, 1990)

If you want a feral heroine whose pleasure actually matters, welcome. Dark romantasy with cruel folklore Fae, brutal politics, sharp banter, gothic vibes, and unhinged spice. A Debt of Shattered Hope on Amazon + KU. #darkromantasy

#JadeCargill Hate?? #WWE #WWEWrestlemania #Wrestlemania She sucks, she is cocky, she is roided up!?!?!? We are live Thursdays at 6-ish. HIACTalkRadio.com to listen on your favorite #podcast app TODAY! #Wrestling #ProWrestling #aewdynamite #AEWCollision #WWERaw #WWESmackdown #WWENXT

No idea what he's saying, but riveted by what he's showing us. elparcerobotanico on Instagram #environment #nature #botany

At what point do values stop guiding us and start becoming punitive rules? Values allow interpretation. Ideology demands punishment. That is the crossing point. #Values, #LeadershipEthics, #Mindset

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Homebrew shouldn’t be a gap in your security story. Workbrew Free gives you instant visibility, non-sudo support, and consistent default packages - meeting your foundational security needs. No slowdown, no friction, no cost. Start today: buff.ly/ZjQal08

I have so much fun trying all the OpenArt video models! #AI #AIVideo #OpenArt

#trump #oil #explore #fyp #BreakingNewsUSA Full story: https://jqjo.com/2026-05-12/us/Economy/en/bs/Washington:-Trump-rejects-Iran-plan,-oil-surges/1273775

Out in our local San Juan Capistrano Swallows Day Parade sharing our message: Your Vote is Your Voice! Tu Voto Es Tu Voz!

CAN YOU GUESS THIS BOLLYWOOD SUPERSTAR? HINT: KNOWN FOR HIS UNMATCHED ENERGY AND WILD FASHION CHOICES! #GuessTheActor #BollywoodQuiz #WhoIsThisActor #MovieTrivia #IndianCinema #PopCulture

Reciting the alphabet of humanity.👏🏻❤️💙👏🏻

A lot of the hype has been about Joseph Dzierwa and JT Quinn, but there's another pitcher from Orioles' 2025 Draft class off to a strong start. LHP Caden Hunter (6th-rounder) had 9 K's in 4 innings of 1-run ball today for Single-A Delmarva. The 22-year-old has a 1.17 ERA in 6 games.

Happy #caturday

Just voted YES on the War Powers Resolution to end Trump's unfettered ability to wage war in Iran. It failed by one vote. One. Vote. Last time, the margin was worse. We're gaining ground and we'll keep at it until Congress does its job and upholds the Constitution.

Lots of updates today, from new artwork to revisions to the underlying unit structure. But also, now you can have a little chit-chat with the bosses before you get down to business. #indiegame #indiedev #gamedev #turnbased

The media is quick to attack Labor for breaking promises but never calls out the daily lies of the LNP. There was a similar wave of fake outrage after Labor rejigged the Stage 3 tax cuts. #auspol #insiders #taxes #journalism

China NMPA Approves Secituzumab Tirumotecan for Injection 📩 info@dengyuemed.com 🔗https://dengyuemed.com #ChinaNMPA #DrugApproval #SecituzumabTirumotecan #ADC #TROP2 #TripleNegativeBreastCancer #KelunBiotech #Jiatailai

It can only be, for me, the 1701-B. 🖖

Everything you need to know about Wordsworth in 1m 40s 🌼🌼🌼🌼🌼🌼🌼🌼🌼

How Ilhan Omar Became $30 Million Richer

Impariamo ad amare e a rispettare il nostro pianeta e soprattutto a non inquinarlo siccome é già malato!🌎 #terra #earth #planet #pianetaterra #giornatamondialedellaterra

Do you thrive under pressure? 🏋️ Felix Flicker shows us how materials such as quartz and certain ceramics generate an electrical charge when mechanically stressed. Watch the full talk: youtube.com/watch?v=H3wSaLSXdBM

#TomodachiLifeLivingTheDream Video Moments. Fireworks show, with Tari's treasures.

Tom Steyer @tomsteyerhq.bsky.social A man with no experience to govern A man who has spent millions just to attack a fellow DEMOCRAT But what bothers me most is he attacks with lies So today I hope it's an end for Steyer Hope he would spend his millions &help Californians Not attack them

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A clothes pin, some buttons, and magnets = pure magic ✨ The look on their faces when it moves without touching it? Priceless. Science is so cool when it's this hands-on! #MagnetScience #STEMKids #ScienceIsMagic

Donald Trump habla sobre los comicios presidenciales de 2028 y dice que J.D. Vance y Marco Rubio serían "imparables" juntos

Rupert Lowe Miffed over Exclusion from Question time William Kedjanyi with the latest 📽️@financialeyes

Andre Stackhouse is the Executive Director of Whole Washington @wholewashington.bsky.social This clip was from their annual Gala in West Seattle. Whole Washington is preparing for a signature gathering campaign in 2027.

Although reasons aren’t given this explains what we suspected, both Liv & Dom are being underused, people behind the scenes are aware & clearly there’s been some frustration. Fortunately it looks like moves are afoot to remedy that “soon” 🤞🏻 *sound up!