# TEMPO CHECK: Who is Kiki Rice, Kia Nurse & Roaster Expectations.

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Podcast: [The Pick Up - A WNBA Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-pick-up-a-wnba-podcast-4005846)
Published: 2026-04-17T04:00:00+00:00
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This week hosts Freddie and Cathryn discuss the Tempo's first draft pick Kiki Rice, the recent UCLA champion and discuss her fit on the team. Then they celebrate hometown favourite Kia Nurse joining the squad. They evaluate the players who are guaranteed and consider what fans' expectations of the roaster should be.  Follow Us: @thepickupwnbapod @itsme_cathryn @freddierivas / @freddienoelrivas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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