Overview
- Raven Johnson joked to reporters that Stephanie White had “taste” after seeing White’s partner, ESPN reporter Lisa Salters, at practice, drawing laughs in the room.
- White is in a long-term relationship with Salters, a well-known broadcaster, which made Johnson’s offhand remark stand out in an otherwise routine Q&A.
- Johnson quickly pivoted to basketball, saying White teaches her a lot, pushes her, and is a coach she seeks out with questions.
- White has praised Johnson’s energy and said the Fever need to find minutes for the rookie in a productive rotation.
- Johnson, a South Carolina standout taken 10th in the 2026 WNBA Draft, impressed in the preseason and is viewed as a ready contributor.