How Monique Billings’ Unique WNBA Journey Made Her Resilient

Indiana Fever forward Monique Billings joins Zena and Layshia for an inspiring conversation about resilience, self-discovery, and her journey with the Fever. Monique shares insights on staying true to yourself, overcoming challenges, and the importance of leadership in building strong teams. She also discusses life under the WNBA's CBA, and her transition into media and broadcasting. Throughout the conversation, Monique reflects on her gratitude for the growing opportunities available to both herself and her fellow athletes. No Offseason is a part of The Athletic Podcast Network: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/ Sign up for the No Offseason Newsletter: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/newsletters/no-offseason/ 00:00 Intro 01:01 Layshia’s Lens 03:30 Rae Burrell elite ability to get to the paint 05:50 Kaitlyn Chen continues to expand her skill set 08:55 Jessica Shepard a game-changer for the Wings 12:53 Courtney Williams thriving in an off-ball role 20:36 Staying resilient in the WNBA 22:31 Staying grounded in the midst of change 24:21 Embracing challenges and growth 26:40 The importance of showing up 28:16 CBA deal from a player’s perspective31:39 The transition into broadcasting while still playing Related links and articles: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7325437/2026/06/01/caitlin-clark-stephanie-white-fever/ by James Boyd https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7325437/2026/06/01/caitlin-clark-stephanie-white-fever/ by Annie Costabile Follow and listen to the audio podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/no-offseason-the-athletic-womens-basketball-show/id1699815468 Get in touch! Leave a comment wherever you’re listening, or email us at NoOffseason@TheAthletic.com Show Links: -YouTube: @No-Offseason -Instagram: @tanooffseason [https://www.instagram.com/tanooffseason] -TikTok: @no_offseason [https://www.tiktok.com/@no_offseason] Credits: -Zena on BlueSky: @zenakeita -Sabreena on BlueSky: @sabreenajm -Chantel on BlueSky: @chanteljennings -Layshia on IG: @layshiac -Annie on X: @anniecostabile -Produced by Taneka Burrell -Executive Produced by Andrea B. Scott Visit the Yahoo Women's Sports Hub: https://sports.yahoo.com/womens-sports/?guccounter=1 Full Episodes Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5UWQzuMYdm7txmok7cpMB3YlgkwrT2E0 Shorts Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5UWQzuMYdm72uhBjsd24rsh5teZtgUpS