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.
“Hard To Get Your Mind Around”: NCAA’s Newly Approved 5-for-5 Eligibility Model Draws Honest Verdict From Iowa HC Jan Jensen
Take a look at Iowa head coach Jan Jensen as she reacts to the new NCAA 5-for-5 eligibility model and raises concerns about transfer rules.
“It Sucks, It Stinks”: A’ja Wilson Reacts After Aces Fall to Liberty With Commissioner’s Cup in Sight
Take a look at A’ja Wilson as the Aces star opens up after a tough loss to the Liberty ahead of their Commissioner’s Cup rematch.
“We Have To Match That”: Natalie Nakase Reveals Mindset Against Angel Reese Ahead of Atlanta Clash
Natalie Nakase opens up about facing Angel Reese after coaching her with Team USA ahead of Dream vs. Valkyries.
“Could’ve Stopped It”: Sophie Cunningham Addresses Heated On-Court Altercation With DeWanna Bonner Resulting in Technical Fouls
Take a look at Sophie Cunningham as she addresses her heated exchange with DeWanna Bonner that led to five technical fouls.
Fans in the Arena Turn Against WNBA Referees After Angel Reese is Hit With Controversial Call
Take a look at Angel Reese as the Atlanta Dream star picks up another technical foul as foul concerns continue to grow early in the season.
Sophie Cunningham’s Heated Exchange With DeWanna Bonner Caught on Camera Amid Mercury’s Brutal Loss
Old tensions between Sophie Cunningham and DeWanna Bonner resurface during a heated Indiana Fever - Phoenix Mercury clash.
Dusty May Faces Massive Backlash as He Leaves Michigan For NBA Job With Dallas Mavericks
Michigan fans erupt after Dusty May's shocking move to the Dallas Mavericks despite promises of a long-term future in Ann Arbor.
“Foul Monster”: Fever’s Back-to-Back Defeat Against Dream Sparks Blunt Assessment of Caitlin Clark’s Teammate From WNBA Analyst
Foul concerns around Caitlin Clark’s teammate spark debate after Fever’s back-to-back losses and rising defensive issues.
WNBA Community Had Plenty To Say Over Kamilla Cardoso’s Emotional Collapse in the Final 12 Seconds
Kamilla Cardoso fouls out in final seconds as Dallas completes 93–92 comeback over Chicago Sky, sparking emotional end.
Angel Reese Opens Up About What Helped Her Overcome the Hostility From Indiana Crowd During Game vs Fever
Angel Reese opens up about an emotional pregame moment that helped her tune out the noise during Dream-Fever.
Stephanie White’s Response to Sophie Cunningham’s WNBA Punishment Caught on Camera in Fever’s Back-to-Back Loss
Stephanie White’s sideline reaction grabs attention as Sophie Cunningham finds herself at the center of a tense Fever moment.
Caitlin Clark’s Signature Shoe Has WNBA Analyst Requesting Nike Action Around Lisa Leslie, Sheryl Swoopes & Others
Analysts revisit iconic WNBA signature sneakers as Caitlin Clark’s first Nike shoe reignites calls for Lisa Leslie and Swoopes returns.
