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Backdoor Cut: @wnbachicagosky Amber Stokes presser 6.23.17 #wnba #sportsinquirer

The Sports Inquirer attended the postgame presser of Chicago Sky head coach and general manager Amber Stokes following her team’s 82-78 road win at the Atlanta Dream on June 23. Topics included thoughts on the win along with the performances of Allie Quigley and Cappie Pondexter.
Backdoor Cut: Atlanta Dream Michael Cooper presser 6.23.17 #sportsinquirer

Atlanta Dream head coach Michael Cooper following his team’s 82-78 home defeat to the Chicago Sky on June 23. Topics included thoughts on the defeat, areas of improvement and challenges facing the Sky. Atlanta returns to action on June 30 at home against the Los Angeles Sparks.
Backdoor Cut: Atlanta Dream Elizabeth Williams presser 6.23.17 #sportsinquirer

Atlanta Dream center Elizabeth Williams following her team’s 82-78 home defeat to the Chicago Sky on June 23. She scored 20 points and grabbed a game-high 10 rebounds for a double-double in the defeat. Atlanta returns to action on June 30 at home against the Los Angeles Sparks.
Backdoor Cut: Atlanta Hawks Travis Schlenk NBA Draft Presser Pt. 2 #sportsinquirer

Atlanta Hawks’ general manager Travis Schlenk addresses media at the conclusion of the NBA Draft on June 23. Topics included the selections of John Collins, Tyler Dorsey and Alpha Kaba, the overall draft process for the Hawks and plans for each players for the summer and beyond.
Backdoor Cut: Atlanta Hawks Travis Schlenk NBA Draft Presser Pt. 1

Atlanta Hawks’ general manager Travis Schlenk addresses media after selecting Wake Forest’s John Collins with its first-round pick on June 23. Topics included selection process and expectations for the former Demon Deacon.
Free Kick: Atlanta United Julian Gressel presser 6.19.17 #sportsinquirer

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Atlanta United midfielder Julian Gressel after his team’s practice on June 19. Topics included thoughts on the team’s 3-1 home win over the Columbus Crew on June 17, the lineup rotation during a condensed schedule and the addition of goalkeeper Brad Guzan. Atlanta visits DC United on June…