Podcast Summary: Post Moves with Candace Parker & Aliyah Boston

Episode 17: Azzi Fudd Leads UConn, WNBA CBA Updates & 2024 vs 2025 All-Rookie Teams
Date: November 26, 2025
Hosts: Candace Parker & Aliyah Boston

Episode Overview

In this lively Thanksgiving week episode, WNBA legend Candace Parker and current Indiana Fever star Aliyah Boston blend holiday banter, hoops analysis, and candid commentary on WNBA news and college basketball storylines. The episode kicks off with spirited generational roasts about "bringing something" to Thanksgiving and rolls into discussions on the WNBA draft lottery, the latest Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) updates, the Liberty's new head coach, Chris Paul's retirement, standout college performances from Azzi Fudd and Sila Swords, and a playful debate over all-rookie teams. The hosts wrap up with fan questions and their signature Thanksgiving-themed “pick your table” segment.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

Thanksgiving Traditions and Generational Banter

00:00 – 07:17

• Candace and Aliyah debate the etiquette of bringing items to Thanksgiving dinner, with Candace emphasizing the importance of “not coming empty-handed” and Aliyah repping Gen Z’s more relaxed approach.
  • Quote (Aliyah, 00:09): “I bring myself.”
  • Quote (Candace, 02:23): “Bring something. Do not be that person.”
• Favorite Thanksgiving foods are shared, with mac and cheese, dressing (as opposed to in-turkey stuffing), and corn pudding making top lists.
• The “start, bench, cut” debate puts turkey and sweet potato casserole ahead of pumpkin pie, prompting jokes about cultural preferences.
  • Quote (Candace, 05:31): “We realize that the trend was towards people of our culture cutting pumpkin pie.”

The WNBA Draft Lottery Odds

07:18 – 09:00

• Recap of the odds for the 2025 WNBA draft lottery. Dallas Wings have the best shot, but Aliyah considers a Minnesota Lynx upset.
  • Quote (Candace, 08:32): “I’m going to go with the Wings getting the pick again because they deserve it. They’ve been really bad.”

WNBA CBA Update

09:00 – 11:35

• Discussion of the league’s latest CBA proposal, featuring a proposed $1.1 million max salary, but with caveats about revenue-sharing targets and base pay.
  • Quote (Candace, 09:59): “Now mind you, I’m reading these numbers because I didn’t make this in my entire career, which is insane.”
• Candace calls for more transparency and substantive revenue sharing, noting the NBA’s 50% share as a gold standard the WNBA is far from.
  • Quote (Candace, 10:44): “There are a bunch of numbers between 9 and 50, so we’ll see.”
• Both hosts express solidarity with the WNBPA.

New York Liberty Hire Chris DeMarco

11:35 – 14:39

• The Liberty’s decision to hire Golden State Warriors assistant Chris DeMarco sparks a discussion about WNBA coaching trends. Candace questions the league’s shift toward hiring male NBA assistants and calls for better pathways for women and WNBA alumni to become head coaches.
  • Quote (Candace, 13:12): “Now, when the money is better and financially you can pay a coach what they truly deserve – now those jobs are going to others… If the WNBA is not having [this conversation], they need to.”

Chris Paul Retirement Shout-Out

14:39 – 15:40

• Candace honors Chris Paul for an outstanding 21-year NBA career, highlighting his impact and North Carolina roots.

NCAA Women’s Basketball Highlights

15:40 – 21:26

UConn vs. Michigan: Azzi Fudd and Sila Swords’ Performances

• Azzi Fudd leads UConn with 31 points; Sila Swords explodes for Michigan with 29 second-half points in a near upset.
  • Quote (Candace, 16:16): “Azzi Fudd led with 31 points, five rebounds, two blocks, two steals. She was seven of 12 from beyond the [arc].”
  • Quote (Aliyah, 16:43): “She had like 10 rebounds at half. It was crazy.”

Hannah Hidalgo’s Game-Winner for Notre Dame

• Praise for Hannah Hidalgo’s clutch pull-up jumper against USC.
  • Quote (Aliyah, 17:37): “That pull up was so tough. She walked around the court looking.”

LSU’s Hot Start

• LSU women’s basketball ties historic scoring records; Malaysia Fuwali passes 1,000 career points.
  • Quote (Candace, 19:05): “That was the year Kim Mulkey won the first ever NCAA title with the team. You talk about full circle.”

Duke’s Struggles

• Duke faces three early-season losses; Candace and Aliyah discuss the need for a faster-paced offense and defensive improvements.

All-Rookie Team Debates

21:26 – 26:58

• The hosts debate which rookie class—2024 or 2025—would win a game to 21, with both picking 2024 thanks to top-end shooting talent (Clark, Reese, Cardoso, Jackson).
  • Quote (Aliyah, 23:07): “I low key think 2024 would win.”
  • Quote (Candace, 25:02): “I’m going with 2024.”
• Candace also challenges Aliyah’s 2023 rookie class against her own legendary 2008 class (Parker, Fowles, Wiggins, etc.)—with both agreeing 2008 easily wins.

The Thanksgiving Table Game

30:14 – 34:49

• The show’s meme-inspired “pick your Thanksgiving table” segment assigns various WNBA and NCAA stars to hypothetical tables.
  • Tables include combos like Lisa Leslie/Sabrina Ionescu, Diana Taurasi/A’ja Wilson/Sydney Colson/Cam Brink, Cheryl Miller/Sue Bird/Caitlin Clark/Azzi Fudd, Cynthia Cooper/Angel Reese/Breanna Stewart/Jewell Loyd, etc.
• Aliyah picks table two (“DT, Asia, Sid, and Cam. That is my squad. It’s going to be the funniest table ever.” – 33:37), while Candace opts for table three, craving “history and philosophical conversations.”
• Running joke: Will anyone actually bring something to dinner?

You Got This Moment: Sila Swords Spotlight

34:50 – 36:44

• Candace celebrates Sila Swords’ breakthrough performance against UConn, emphasizing her commitment to Michigan and her “I’m that girl” energy.
  • Quote (Candace, 36:29): “As a young player, you sometimes need games like this to remind yourself that you’re that girl.”

Fan Q&A Lightning Round

36:55 – 42:46

• When’s the right time to eat Thanksgiving? (“Mid afternoon,” per both hosts.)
• Is it too early for Christmas trees? (Aliyah: yes; Candace: no, if you’ve put the work in.)
• What are you thankful for? (Both: Family time; Aliyah also mentions her dog, Ozzy.)
  • Quote (Candace, 38:56): “Super grateful always for the time I get to spend with my family.”
• Food touching: Aliyah is pro-touching; Candace “can’t have my food touch!”
• College athletes’ Thanksgiving: Yes, teams celebrate with family meals—even if they can’t be home.
• Movies to watch: Both lean more toward Christmas classics like Home Alone, with Candace also recommending “Four Christmases.”

Notable Quotes & Moments (with Timestamps)

• Candace, on Thanksgiving etiquette (02:33):
  “A chocolate. Bring something. Do not be that person.”
• Candace, on the WNBA CBA (09:59):
  “Now mind you, I’m reading these numbers because I didn’t make this in my entire career, which is insane.”
• Candace, on hiring trends in the WNBA (13:12):
  “…Now those jobs are going to others… If the WNBA is not having [this conversation], they need to.”
• Azzi Fudd’s performance for UConn (16:16):
  “Azzi Fudd led with 31 points, five rebounds, two blocks, two steals.”
• Aliyah, on rookie class matchups (23:07):
  “I low key think 2024 would win.”
• Candace, picking her Thanksgiving table (34:02):
  “I am gonna go with table number three with Cheryl Miller, Sue Bird, Caitlin Clark, Az Fudd... discussions, do they look like they talk about aliens?”
• Candace, on Sila Swords (36:29):
  “As a young player, you sometimes need games like this to remind yourself that you’re that girl.”

Important Segment Timestamps

• Thanksgiving Food & Etiquette: 00:00 – 07:17
• WNBA Draft Lottery: 07:18 – 09:00
• CBA Updates: 09:00 – 11:35
• WNBA Coaching Jobs: 11:35 – 14:39
• Chris Paul Retirement: 14:39 – 15:40
• UConn-Michigan/NCAA Highlights: 15:40 – 21:26
• All-Rookie Team Debates: 21:26 – 26:58
• Thanksgiving Table Game: 30:14 – 34:49
• You Got This – Sila Swords: 34:50 – 36:44
• Fan Q&A: 36:55 – 42:46

Tone & Style

The episode is a seamless blend of unfiltered humor, insider basketball talk, and supportive, personable banter. Candace brings the “older sister” energy, constantly ribbing Aliyah (and her generation) but with an undercurrent of advice and warmth. Aliyah matches with playful self-deprecation and Gen Z commentary, keeping the pace light. Their love of the game, family, and tradition shines throughout, making the show relatable for both hardcore basketball fans and casual listeners.

Summary Takeaway

This episode of Post Moves offers a perfect pairing of holiday warmth, honest conversation about the state of women’s basketball, and playful, bold takes. From candid CBA breakdowns to raucous Thanksgiving debates and heartfelt athlete spotlights, Candace and Aliyah keep things real, insightful, and frequently hilarious. If you missed the episode, you’ll walk away up-to-speed on this week’s women’s basketball buzz—and maybe with new ideas for your Thanksgiving table.