Becky Hammon was visibly frustrated at ESPN's broadcast interviewing her during the Aces' season opener

In-game interviews have been happening for quite some time. They are meant to give hoops fans an inside look at what is going through a coach’s mind in real time and offer additional insights that fans might not otherwise have access to. Becky Hammon’s interview with ESPN during the Aces’ season opener Tuesday started that way but quickly became awkward.

During the fourth quarter of a back-and-forth game between the Phoenix Mercury and the Las Vegas Aces, Hammon was connected with ESPN’s broadcasting crew to answer some questions. Everything was going seemingly well until Becky was asked about the team’s offense on certain parts of the court — as Diana Taurasi was simultaneously scoring and getting a foul call against the Aces.

Becky’s face quickly changed to bewilderment and frustration, and she went silent, trying to make sense of what had just happened. The broadcast tried to get through the awkward exchange by saying the arena was probably too loud for Hammon to hear the question, but things were still obviously uncomfortable.

Becky Hammon's interview I assume was supposed to happen between quarters and started late, her face when she couldn't hear the second question pic.twitter.com/w3oNKl5hJn

— CJ Fogler account may or may not be notable (@cjzero) May 15, 2024

This clip needs to be the video that stops the WNBA from doing in-game coaching interviews (especially in the 4th quarter!!)

Becky Hammon’s reaction is IT pic.twitter.com/jLxLj4vRAn

— Bri Lewerke (@brilewerke) May 15, 2024