
Soham Kulkarni is a WNBA Writer at EssentiallySports, where he focuses on data-backed reporting and performance analysis. A Sports Management graduate, he examines how spacing in efficiency zones, shot selection, and statistical shifts drive results. His work goes beyond the numbers on the scoreboard, helping readers see how underlying trends affect player efficiency and the evolving strategies of the women’s game. With a detail-oriented and analytical approach, Soham turns complex data into accessible narratives that bring clarity to the fastest-moving moments of basketball. His reporting captures not just what happened, but why it matters, showing fans how small efficiency gains, defensive structures, and tempo shifts can alter outcomes. At ES, he provides a sharper, stats-first lens on the WNBA’s present and future.
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Mark Pope Leaves Kentucky’s Door Open For NBA Players Amid NCAA Pushback
With the eligibility rules up in the air and NBA draft picks joining the league, Mark Pope has committed to field the best team possible.

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Kelsey Mitchell's recent tweets have Indiana Fever fans worried but according to this analyst, there shouldn't be alarm.

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John Calipari Exposes NCAA Double Standard On Draft Rules After Baylor’s James Nnaji Move
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UCLA boss Cori Close has heavily criticized the media for not showing at their ranked match up against Ohio State.

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Kim Mulkey and LSU are off to a dream start but the coach has pointed a major problem that she will need to work around.

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Jan Jensen has announced an important development in Emely Rodriguez's return to the team which comes with a caveat.


