College Basketball and WNBA author and head of the Analysis Desk
Ojus Verma is a College Basketball and WNBA author at EssentiallySports and head of the Analysis Desk. A former player with 13 years of on-court experience, he covers the game from the inside out, specializing in tactical breakdowns, player development, and the rivalries that define each season.
His coverage of the Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese story goes back to their college careers and has earned consistent recognition for the balance and context it brings to one of the most discussed narratives in women's basketball. Beyond individual storylines, Ojus has also reported in depth on the WNBA and WNBPA CBA negotiations in the past.
Chicago Crowd Captures Attention With Their Treatment of Cathy Engelbert as Sources Predict 2026 Could Be Her Final Season
Cathy Engelbert drew another hostile reaction from fans as new reports cast fresh doubt over her future as WNBA commissioner.
WNBA Fans Sound Off After Paige Bueckers, Marina Mabrey & Others Choose A’ja Wilson Over Caitlin Clark for 53-Point Record
Caitlin Clark became the center of fan debate after WNBA stars made their picks to break the league's 53-point record.
Azzi Fudd’s On-Camera Gesture for Paige Bueckers Draws Attention As the Rookie Makes 3-Point Contest History at All-Star Weekend
Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd shared a special moment after the Dallas Wings rookie made history during the WNBA All-Star 3-Point Contest.
Boyfriend Connor McCaffery Reacts As Camera Captures Barack Obama’s Advice to Caitlin Clark
Connor McCaffery reacted after Caitlin Clark shared a memorable moment with Barack Obama during WNBA All-Star Weekend in Chicago.
“Took Steps Because They Were Forced To”: Chicago Sky’s Failed Practice Facility Plans Draw Blunt Take From WNBA Reporter
WNBA reporter questions the Chicago Sky's delayed practice facility, saying the franchise has been reacting instead of planning ahead.
“It Was a Joke”: With Caitlin Clark One Technical Foul Away From Suspension WNBA All-Star Gives Harsh Verdict on Officiating
WNBA All-Star shares her thoughts on Caitlin Clark’s latest technical foul and why she believes the WNBA’s officiating needs changes.
“Didn’t Foresee”: Tyler Marsh Left Searching for Answers After Sabrina Ionescu’s 9 Points in 38 Seconds Hands Sky 18th Loss
Tyler Marsh addressed the pressure facing the Sky after Sabrina Ionescu's late-game heroics handed Chicago another painful loss.
“Never Tolerating Disrespect”: Saniya Rivers Sets the Record Straight on Her Viral & Heated Exchange With Caitlin Clark
Saniya Rivers finally addressed her heated exchange with Caitlin Clark, revealing why she wasn't willing to let the viral moment slide.
Stephanie White, Caitlin Clark Address Technicals After Fever Star’s “Look at the Scoreboard” Remark to Saniya Rivers
Stephanie White and Caitlin Clark broke their silence after the Fever star's latest technical foul against the Connecticut Sun.
Cameras Catch Sophie Cunningham’s Interaction With Brittney Griner Before Fever’s Final Game Ahead of the All-Star Break
Before the Fever's dominant win over the Sun, a courtside moment between Sophie Cunningham and Brittney Griner had fans talking.
Caitlin Clark Nears Suspension After Her 5-for-5 Three-Pointers Fuel Fever’s Record at Halftime
Caitlin Clark caught fire as the Fever set multiple franchise records, but one incident in the game has put her in a difficult spot.
WNBA, Indiana Fever & Others React As Caitlin Clark Makes History by Joining Victor Wembanyama on the NBA 2K27 Cover
Take a look at the latest achievement of the Fever's Caitlin Clark as it sparks celebrations across the basketball world.
