College Basketball and WNBA author
Ojus Verma is a College Basketball and WNBA author at EssentiallySports. As head of the Analysis Desk and a former player with 13 years of experience, he specializes in decoding tactics, player development, and the evolution of rivalries shaping the game. Ojus’ coverage of the Caitlin Clark-Angel Reese saga, dating back to their college days, has earned recognition for its balance of insight and context.
Connecticut Sun Pays Emotional Tribute Following the Deaths of Jason Collins and Brandon Clarke During WNBA Game
Connecticut Sun honored Jason Collins and Brandon Clarke before pushing the Aces in an emotional loss behind A’ja Wilson’s historic night.
“Hardest Thing as a Basketball Player”: Caitlin Clark Addresses Fever’s Overtime Loss Despite Her Buzzer Beater
Caitlin Clark reflects on her OT heroics and Indiana’s bigger issues after the Fever’s heartbreaking 104-102 loss to the Mystics.
5 Takeaways From Fever vs Mystics’ Injury Ridden Overtime Thriller Headlined by Caitlin Clark
Caitlin Clark headlined a dramatic overtime battle as the Indiana Fever vs Washington Mystics delivered one of the season’s wildest games.
Aliyah Boston Brings Bigger Fever Weakness Into Spotlight Despite Victory vs Sparks, Says WNBA Analyst
WNBA analyst Rachel DeMita points out a major Indiana Fever weakness after Aliyah Boston’s rough outing vs the Sparks.
“Selfishness in This Locker Room”: Dallas HC Jose Fernandez Voices Frustration Following Back-to-Back Losses
Jose Fernandez blasted the Dallas Wings’ “selfishness” after their late collapse against the Minnesota Lynx.
“Something I Battled With My Whole Life”: Paige Bueckers Makes Honest Admission About a Much-Needed Change
Paige Bueckers admits she wants to be more aggressive as the Dallas Wings star delivered her best game of the season.
“GMs Going To Get Fired”: Lisa Leslie Doesn’t Hold Back About WNBA Survey Favoring Paige Bueckers Over Caitlin Clark
Lisa Leslie reacts to WNBA GM Survey favoring Paige Bueckers over Caitlin Clark, reigniting debate over the league’s top star.
Cameras Capture Magic Johnson Over Interaction With Caitlin Clark Fans During Fever vs. Sparks
Magic Johnson goes viral after sharing a wholesome moment with young Caitlin Clark fans during the Indiana Fever vs LA Sparks
“Last Year, Teams Got Away”: Aliyah Boston Responds to Officiating Complaints Raised by Breanna Stewart Over 58 Fouls
Aliyah Boston shared her thoughts on the WNBA’s changing officiating standards as players continue debating physicality and foul calls.
USA Network Turns Heads Through Caitlin Clark Gesture During Premier League Broadcast
USA Network sparked buzz during its Premier League coverage after an unexpected Caitlin Clark moment led to an Erling Haaland comparison.
Sun President Issues Statement After NBA Board of Governors, WNBA Officially Approve Connecticut’s Houston Relocation
As WNBA approve the Connecticut Sun’s sale and relocation to Houston, president Jen Rizzotti opens up about what this means for team staff.
“Last Thing You Want”: 2× WNBA All-Star Voices Opinion on Dallas Coach Benching Azzi Fudd vs Fever
A 2× WNBA All-Star questioned the Dallas Wings’ decision to bring Azzi Fudd off the bench against the Fever amid growing injury concerns.
