Posts by Em Adler

Em Adler (she/they) covers the WNBA at large and college basketball for The Next, with a focus on player development and the game behind the game.

Brenda Frese stands on the sideline

Portal Perspective: Which coaches are turning over top-tier transfer talent?

February 18, 2024

Let’s remember a truly unprecedented number of transfers

Washington Mystics general manager Mike Thibault sits on press row, next to two women who are having a conversation.

What is the 20-80 scouting scale?

February 11, 2024

Translating the language of professional scouts into standard English

A photo of streaks of light criss-crossing through space, taken from a long exposure camera shot.

As WNBA free agency rolls on, let’s look at some depth charts

February 4, 2024

A vibes-based approach to taking stock of the most chaotic time of the year

UConn Huskies point guard Paige Bueckers releases a layup midair under the rim, while several Maryland Terrapin defenders look on from behind her

Paige Bueckers is having one of the greatest seasons ever

January 28, 2024

And it deserves more attention

Six of the top prospects in WNBA history — Candace Parker, Caitlin Clark, A'ja Wilson, Breanna Stewart, Diana Taurasi and Brittney Griner — pictured in a graphic.

Ranking the top WNBA Draft prospects of all time

January 23, 2024

See where all the greats line up

Florida Gators off-ball guard Leilani Correa, who has quickly emerged as a 2024 WNBA draft prospect, holds her follow-through on 3-pointer

Stock up, stock down: Biggest WNBA draft risers and fallers

January 21, 2024

Checking in with notable stars and under-the-radar names alike

Two of the most notable players in free agency face each other on the court: Washington Mystics big wing Elena Delle Donne defends Phoenix Mercury point guard Skylar Diggins-Smith

The Next’s 2024 WNBA free agency predictions

January 21, 2024

Our staff predicts landing spots and contracts for top free agents in 2024

UConn head coach Geno Auriemma smiles on the sidelines. He has a water bottle in his left hand and looks like he's about to use his right hand to unscrew the cap.

In light of Nick Saban retiring, how close are we to a sport without Geno Auriemma?

January 14, 2024

And what will it mean when the greatest coach in women’s basketball history finally steps away?

Mizzou head coach Robin Pingeton walks by the halfcourt logo

Stock down: Which women’s college basketball coaches are on the hot seat?

December 31, 2023

This article isn’t Jolly; in fact, it’s quite Grave(s)

USC head coach Lindsay Gottlieb looks up

Stock up: Which women’s college basketball coaches have impressed the most?

December 24, 2023

Four coaches who’ve exceeded expectations and set their teams up for success