Senior Writer covering the WNBA
Nandjee Ranjan is a Senior Writer covering the WNBA at EssentiallySports. One of his stories earned a special shoutout from a member of Napheesa Collier’s family, which drew him into the WNBA beat where he has carved a niche. He previously worked with the NBA division where he specialized in roster moves and breaking news, with long-term coverage of teams such as the Los Angeles Lakers, Golden State Warriors, and Dallas Mavericks. His reporting provides a clear context for transactions and outcomes.
WNBA Finals MVP Gabby Williams Reveals Longtime Wish Ahead of Unrivaled Debut With Satou Sabally
Gabby Williams gets honest about playing with Satou Sabally and her partner Marine Johannes in Season 3 of Unrivaled.
“I’ll Get Better”: Cameras Catch Olivia Miles Showing Off New Skills Away From Basketball at Vikings Game
WNAB rookie of the year Olivia Miles appeared at an NFL game and showed off her camera skills with a promise to get better.
UConn’s Winning Streak Comes to an End as Michigan Climbs in Women’s Basketball Rankings
Geno Auriemma's team slides down in ranking as Michigan rise in top three teams after beating UConn in season-opener.
JuJu Watkins Has a Surprising NBA Champion Pick for 2027 After Taking LeBron’s Side in GOAT Debate
JuJu Watkins picks her prediction for the 2027 NBA championship as she chooses LeBron James over Michael Jordan as the basketball GOAT.
WNBA Broadcaster Reminds Angel Reese of Past Valkyries Taunts After Shaq’s ‘Too Small’ Gesture
Robin Lundberg reacted to Shaquille O'Neal trolling Angel Reese with her own viral celebration during the WNBA Finals.
“Shedding the Brace”: Chloe Kitts Delivers Double-Double Without Knee Brace as Dawn Staley Highlights Major Comeback Step
Head coach Dawn Staley was happy with her senior forward Chloe Kitts taking off her knee brace for the second Gamecocks' matchup.
Unrivaled Basketball Reveals Season 3 Schedule Days After Confirming Rosters
Unrivaled has officially released scheduled for Season 3, days after confirming roster for 8 teams featuring six players.
“I Was 100 Percent Ring Chasing”: Gabby Williams Admits Blunt Truth About Joining Valkyries and WNBA Journey
Gabby Williams gets honest about her championship expectations before her decision to sign with the Valkyries earlier in April.
“We’re Young. We’re Dominant”: Hannah Hidalgo Makes History as Notre Dame Sends Early Warning to College Basketball
Hannah Hidalgo has put college basketball on notice following her historic performance and Notre Dame's 2-0 start.
“Quite Disrespectful”: Ex-Collegiate Basketball Player Pushes Back on Angel McCoughtry’s Caitlin Clark “Look”
Former WNBA player, Angel McCoughtry, triggered a harsh reaction from Angel DeMita, the former college basketball player after crediting beauty in Caitlin Clark's success.
Jazzy Davidson’s 2027 NBA Finals Pick Has a Personal Connection as USC Star Reveals Her Favorites
Jazzy Davidson chooses an unlikely team to win the NBA title this season, and it has nothing to do with roster depth.
Angel Reese’s WNBA Finals Heartbreak Takes Backseat as Bayou Barbie Shows Up for Brother’s NBA Moment
Within a week after losing the WNBA Finals, Angel Reese traveled to New Orleans to support her brother Julian at the NBA game.
