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.
WNBA Officials’ Controversial Decision Leaving Angel Reese’s Teammate in Tears Becomes Talking Point Among WNBA Fans
WNBA fans react to the controversial foul call that sent Angel Reese's teammate to the bench during the Atlanta Dream’s loss to the Mystics.
“Winning Without Her”: Sue Bird Makes Bold Napheesa Collier Claim Amid Free Agency Implications Surrounding the Lynx Star
Sue Bird weighs in on Napheesa Collier and the Lynx’s success without their star forward amid growing questions about her future in Minnesota.
“Cannot Be Neutral”: Martina Navratilova Address Caitlin Clark’s Stance on the Controversy Surrounding Trans Athletes
Martina Navratilova calls out Caitlin Clark and WNBA leadership over their stance on the trans athletes controversy.
Media Community Reacts After Former NBA First-Round Pick Enes Kanter Freedom Declares for the 2027 WNBA Draft
As Former NBA first-round pick Enes Kanter Freedom declares for the 2027 WNBA Draft, media personalities are left divided.
“That’s on Me”: Caitlin Clark Voices Thoughts Over Missed Free Throws in Fever’s OT Loss vs Aces
Take a look at Caitlin Clark as she owns her late mistakes after the Fever's heartbreaking overtime loss to the Las Vegas Aces.
“Awful”: Skip Bayless & Ex-NFL Star Assign Blame to Caitlin Clark After Fever’s 20-Point Collapse in OT Thriller vs Aces
Skip Bayless and Emmanuel Acho blames Caitlin Clark after the Fever squandered a 20-point lead in an OT loss to the Aces.
WNBA Broadcasters Couldn’t Ignore Security Escorting 2 Indiana Fever Fans Over Their Exchange With Jackie Young
WNBA broadcasters reacted as two Indiana Fever fans were escorted from courtside during Thursday's game against the Aces.
Stephanie White Visibly Frustrated as Early Caitlin Clark Decision Becomes Talking Point Among WNBA Fans
A viral Caitlin Clark moment during Fever vs. Aces had WNBA fans talking after Stephanie White's visible frustration.
Dallas Wings Trigger Hesitation in Candace Parker Over Their $420M Move for 2027 WNBA Season
Candace Parker praised the Dallas Wings' arena move but admitted she has one hesitation about the decision.
“Learning Experience”: Candace Parker Weighs In on the $400 Wager Controversy Involving Angel Reese and Paige Bueckers
Candace Parker weighed in after Angel Reese and Paige Bueckers' $400 wager sparked backlash during WNBA All-Star Weekend.
“Definitely Worrisome”: NCAA Athlete Opens Up About Her Experience While Supporting Sophie Cunningham in Minneapolis
An NCAA softball player details her experience after attending a Sophie Cunningham support rally before the Fever-Lynx game.
WNBA Official Changes Verdict on a Play Involving Angel Reese During Her Historic Night vs Phoenix Mercury
Angel Reese avoided a major setback after officials overturned a flagrant foul call during the Dream's win over the Mercury.
