Once celebrated for her liquid moves on the court, the 2014 WNBA champion is still gliding with the same quickness and purpose that defined her game. Only now the crossover happens off the floor, where her vision, faith, and community converge.
For Bias-Patmon, who thrives on being active, her passion lives in the hustle.
Through seasons of “no’s,” “not yets,” and “thanks, but no thanks,” Bias-Patmon’s faith fortified her in those dark valleys and guided her toward something more meaningful. While she may have been temporarily disappointed in some moments, she says she never doubted God’s undefeated timing.
“I knew God would open a window somewhere,” Bias-Patmon said in a Zoom interview with The Next. “So, it was just — keep trucking. The next day. The next day. If it’s for you, it will be for you. With that mindset, there’s no bad blood or chip on my shoulder. It just means that the opportunity wasn’t for me, or it wasn’t the right time. God’s timing is the best. Whatever the obstacle or trial, I know that what’s meant for me will come at the right time.”
After having her first child, Bias-Patmon wanted to work in broadcasting, but she experienced the pain of rejection and the frustration of closed doors. She wondered during the challenging moments if broadcasting was even for her. But the rejections weren’t roadblocks. They were redirections, because they led her and her husband to their true calling of leadership.
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Now, in this new season, Bias-Patmon is channeling her passion, kindness, and deep basketball knowledge into work that impacts far beyond the court, proving that her most significant victories are still unfolding.
“Both of our hearts have always been for the youth,” Bias-Patmon said of her and her husband, Tyler Patmon. “We always want to empower the youth. Everything that we did when we played was always about giving back to the youth. We know that’s what God put on our hearts. God gave my husband a vision to start a school, and then we took that into that model of mentorship.”
As passionate advocates for change, the married couple, who have been together for five years, co-founded Camp Exposure, a nonprofit that equips athletes with life skills, identity, purpose, and worth beyond sports. The camp became the first step toward the school they envisioned. They are currently in the funding stage for the Outset School and have assembled a team of committed mentors and professionals to guide their growth and ensure they can serve young athletes year-round.
Shining on the Sidelines
Her drive to serve the next generation is rooted in her journey through the game.
Long before she met Tyler, a former NFL player, Bias-Patmon starred at Oklahoma State, where she was a two-time All-American and three-time All-Big 12 selection. She closed her career with 1,623 points, 791 assists, and 295 steals over 133 games before being drafted in the second round by the Phoenix Mercury in 2014. She went on to play for Phoenix, New York, Dallas, and Seattle over five seasons and became pregnant with her first daughter shortly before the league entered the “Wubble” during the COVID-19 pandemic.
She also played internationally, most notably with Thailand’s national team.
“I’m grateful for the platform that I had,” Bias-Patmon said. “I think that it was a blessing. It’s so wild to see how different the WNBA looks now. … It’s night and day. To see the women’s game grow is just, in itself, amazing. When I played, I had a lot of veterans on my team. It was tough getting my footing in the league. … I met a lot of beautiful women who inspired me to strive for greatness. The takeaway from that is just, where your feet are planted, to be that light.”
Those years provided Bias-Patmon a perspective few sideline reporters can match, enabling her to ask sharper questions, read the game in real time, and connect with players in ways only a former pro can. After all, she practiced against Diana Taurasi every day and had a front-row seat to watch WNBA legends in real time, including Candice Dupree, Penny Taylor, and DeWanna Bonner, during the Mercury’s 2014 historic championship campaign.
Today, the 33-year-old shines that light from the sidelines, offering bright and insightful commentary that elevates Wings’ broadcasts. Her upbeat nature draws fans into the game and she’s enjoyed the challenge of showcasing her personality while learning the nuances of her role. During the Wings’ first game of the season, a loss to the Minnesota Lynx, Bias-Patmon recalls interviewing Arike Ogunbowale, Paige Bueckers and head coach Chris Koclanes — a heavy lineup for her first day on the job, but nothing she couldn’t handle.
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Bias-Patmon gained valuable broadcasting experience with the Big 12 Conference, working as a sideline reporter during games, appearing on tournament pre- and postgame shows, developing engaging social media content and leading “Timeouts with Tiffany,” a series spotlighting storylines across the league. She also serves on the Big 12’s 32-member alumni council.
“It’s definitely been stretching,” Bias-Patmon shared of her experience sideline reporting. “I think it brings me back into that element of being an athlete — that perfectionism. I want to excel at everything I do. I want to be critiqued. I want to make sure that I’m operating at the highest level. … My niche is seeing the game through a player’s eyes, understanding what a coach is thinking, what a player is feeling, and translating that for the fans.”
Anchored in faith
Away from the court, Bias-Patmon deftly juggles the demands of motherhood, business, and broadcasting, displaying a blend of strength and vulnerability that defines her leadership throughout.
“Motherhood is like being a superhero,” she said with a smile. “Childbirth changes you instantly. After my first, second, and third child, I felt like, ‘I can do anything.’ But it also comes with the postpartum rollercoaster, figuring out who you are again, chasing a balance that doesn’t exist. What balance? You’re trying to run a business, chase your dreams, and still remember who you are.
“I’ve learned to give myself grace — and let others give me grace, too. That’s not easy for me as an athlete, because I’m wired always to keep going. However, it’s okay to pause and take care of yourself. Moms put so much weight on our shoulders, and that’s why having a helpmate or a strong community is so important. … If you want to be a ‘mompreneur,’ you need a great community, and I’m blessed to have one.”
She credits her relationship with former Wings chief operating officer Amber Cox — now the COO and general manager of the Indiana Fever — for helping her achieve her goal of becoming a sideline reporter and supporting her throughout the years.
“I call it a God opportunity,” Bias-Patmon said. “So, when this came about, I was like, why not? I know basketball, right? It’s just talking basketball. And so, I said yes, and now we are here. Sometimes I have to rein it back a little bit and not go too in-depth, keep it where they’re getting the information they need. I’m all about being a sponge and soaking up everything that I can.”
Another chapter in the lesson Bias-Patmon has carried through every high and low: God’s timing is never late. Persistence and patience helped her rise from the dark days and step into the light. Whether she’s raising daughters, mentoring young athletes, or holding a sideline microphone, Bias-Patmon trusts that every step is ordered and every opportunity is right on time. She’s exactly where she belongs.
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