Former NBA referee Lauren Holtkamp-Sterling is making a comeback—this time as a rules analyst for ESPN’s WNBA coverage. After retiring two years ago due to knee issues, she’s returning to basketball with a new role: breaking down calls and explaining the game from an official’s perspective. She’ll use ESPN’s state-of-the-art replay setup to dissect pivotal moments, revealing the “why” behind officiating decisions—not just whether they were right or wrong. With deep experience and a passion for the game, Holtkamp-Sterling aims to bridge the gap between fans and the officials, offering insight that’s often invisible from the stands. Her return marks a smart move for ESPN, adding a unique voice to WNBA broadcasts and helping viewers truly understand the rules in action. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b2ed582e7bf70551

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