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Kennedy Smith. Someone besides Hannah Hidalgo. Te'Yala Delfosse. Blanca Quiñonez.

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Those players not only will determine the outcomes of USC-Notre Dame and Michigan-UConn, but their progress also will influence whether their teams achieve their ultimate upsides.

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These developments will determine what happens in USC-Notre Dame, Michigan-UConn—and beyond
Two top-25 matchups—USC-Notre Dame and Michigan-UConn—will reveal a lot about each team’s upside.
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November 21, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Texas does everything bigger.

That includes signing #NCAAWBB prospects.

The Longhorns secured 2 top-10 recruits this week: Brihanna Crittendon and Addison Bjorn.

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With their commitments, has Texas locked up the best recruiting class of 2026?
With two top-10 recruits, has Texas locked up women’s college basketball’s best 2026 recruiting class?
It was a big week for Texas women’s basketball, with two top-10 recruits committing to the Longhorns.
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November 21, 2025 at 4:00 PM
So that sense of optimism you might have had about the #WNBA and WNBPA soon agreeing to a new CBA?

Put it on hold.

The WNBPA is not swayed by nor satisfied with the WNBA's latest proposal.

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Here's more on why CBA negotiations seem stuck at a standstill.
Why the WNBPA is not swayed by the WNBA’s latest, “misleading” CBA proposal
The latest reporting on CBA negotiations suggests the WNBPA is not satisfied by the WNBA’s updated proposal.
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November 21, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Things haven't gone great for the Sky lately, and they don't own their own 1st rounder in the 2026 #WNBA Draft.

But thanks to the Sun, they still have a shot at the No. 1 pick.

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@ecreates88.bsky.social on what could winning the lottery do for Chicago.
If the Chicago Sky get the No. 1 pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft, will it be enough to salvage the Angel Reese era?
Despite trading their 2026 first-round pick, the Sky still have a chance of winning the top selection.
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November 20, 2025 at 9:30 PM
After a successful 2025 #WNBA Draft, how will the Mystics approach the 2026 draft, especially if they win the No. 1 pick?

Should DC draft for fit? Or, will Washington go with the best player available? But, who might that be?

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Here's more on what the Mystics might do.
If the Washington Mystics get the No. 1 pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft, will they draft for fit or potential?
If the Mystics win the No. 1 pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft, should they draft for fit?
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November 20, 2025 at 4:00 PM
So, the Liberty still don't have a head coach?

What explains the delay? Is GM Jonathan Kolb just doing his due diligence? Or, might there be another explanation?

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Here are more thoughts on what's going on with New York's next hire.

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What explains the New York Liberty’s long, slow-moving search for a new head coach
Another NBA assistant coach has emerged as a candidate for the Liberty’s still-vacant head coach position.
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November 20, 2025 at 1:15 PM
USC rebounded from their loss to the other SC with a comfortable win over Portland.

Just as important as the result was the play of Jazzy Davidson, who continues to show her two-way star potential.

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@ecreates88.bsky.social explains why Jazzy and USC are ahead of schedule.
Jazzy Davidson is quickly getting comfortable, and that’s great news for No. 11 USC
Just four games into her collegiate career at USC Jazzy Davidson is showing why she was the nation’s top prospect.
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November 19, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Thanks to the Sky, the Lynx could end up with the No. 1 pick in the 2026 #WNBA Draft.

If that happens, which prospect should the win-now Lynx prioritize?

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There are four clear players to consider, plus one who should be a pass.
If the Minnesota Lynx get the No. 1 pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft, one of these prospects could extend their championship window
Thanks to the Sky, the Lynx have a shot at the No. 1 pick. Which prospect would make them even better?
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November 19, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Are we close to a new #WNBA CBA?

The league has updated their proposal, seeming to move closer to the players' demands.

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We'll see if that's the case when we hear from the players' side about the league's latest offer.
With an updated proposal from the league, could the WNBA and WNBPA be close to agreeing to a new CBA?
The WNBA’s latest proposal in CBA negotiations includes revenue sharing and a max salary of more than $1.1 million.
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November 19, 2025 at 12:45 PM
The Wings have the best shot at the No. 1 pick in the 2026 #WNBA Draft.

If they end up at No. 1 again, which prospect would pair best with Paige Bueckers?

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@ecreates88.bsky.social examines the top 3 candidates.
If the Dallas Wings get the No. 1 pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft, they better consider these three prospects
If the Dallas Wings get the No. 1 pick, they’ll have to decide who is the right player to pair with Paige Bueckers.
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November 18, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Michigan's up. So is TCU. The ACC is way down. And UConn's not unanimous?

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More on what to make of the latest AP Top 25 poll.

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AP Top 25 poll takeaways: Big wins boost Michigan and TCU into the top 10 while ACC teams tumble
Three weeks into the 2025-26 NCAA season, Michigan and TCU have established themselves as top-10 teams.
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November 18, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Is it too easy for Sarah Strong and UConn?

The sophomore star and Huskies certainly made it look that way on Sunday, when Strong effortlessly stuffed the stat sheet in a rout of Ohio State.

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Here's more on Strong and 2 other #NCAAWBB standouts.
November 17, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Chit-Chat Wright might be the perfect Hawkeye.

She certainly was on Sunday afternoon, missing just a single shot as she led Iowa to a win at Northern Iowa.

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@draveszachary.bsky.social highlights how and why Wright is thriving for the Hawkeyes.

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Near perfection from Chit-Chat Wright carried No. 21 Iowa to another win and a 4-0 start
Newcomer Chit-Chat Wright turned an ugly win into a near-perfect victory for Iowa.
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November 17, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Under the bright lights of LA, South Carolina proved that they're "the Real SC."

Behind double-doubles from Joyce Edwards and Raven Johnson, the Gamecocks were too much for the Trojans.

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@ecreates88.bsky.social recaps the top-10 #NCAAWBB showdown between USCs.
Behind double-doubles from Joyce Edwards and Raven Johnson, No. 2 South Carolina claimed “the Real SC” crown
In the top-10 matchup between South Carolina and Southern Carolina, the Gamecocks were the better SC.
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November 16, 2025 at 2:30 PM
UNC hung with UCLA for awhile, but the Bruins eventually proved that they're just bigger and better.

Behind a stat-stuffing showcase from Lauren Betts, the Bruins earned their second top-15 win of the week.

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@ecreates88.bsky.social breaks down how the UCLA outlasted UNC.
No. 3 UCLA proved they’re bigger and better in outlasting No. 11 UNC for another top-15 win
After a competitive first half, UCLA eventually took control and took down North Carolina.
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November 14, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Iowa won their 8th-straight game over Drake.

And they did so in style, using a team-wide effort to cross the century mark.

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@draveszachary.bsky.social has the all details from the dominant win by the #Hawkeyes.

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No. 21 Iowa absolutely dominated Drake for their eighth-straight win over their longstanding in-state rival
From the opening tip, Iowa came ready to play and never relented against rival Drake.
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November 14, 2025 at 1:30 PM
No gap year for USC. LSU's nation-best backcourt. The unstoppable Hannah Hidalgo.

What's the big-picture significance of these early-season #NCAAWBB storylines?

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Find more analysis on the Trojans, Tigers and possible National Player of the Year.
November 13, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Should UCLA be on upset-watch against UNC?

The Tar Heels might have an under-the-radar edge in the matchup, as former Bruin Elina Aarnisalo is now in Carolina Blue.

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Here's more on how Aarnisalo and the Heels could try to trip up the Bruins.

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With an assist from a former Bruin, does No. 11 North Carolina have a chance against No. 3 UCLA?
Can North Carolina and former Bruin Elina Aarnisalo upset UCLA?
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November 13, 2025 at 2:30 PM
As #EuroLeagueWomen pauses group play, three clubs remain undefeated at 5-0, already having sailed into the competition's second round.

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@nemchocke.bsky.social explores what's going right for Fenerbahçe, Galatasaray and Girona.
November 12, 2025 at 8:30 PM
In the #WNBA, it's "Win now!"––or else.

So, how will new head coaches in Toronto, Seattle and Dallas look to not just meet, but exceed, high expectations?

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@ecreates88.bsky.social on the tasks ahead for Sandy Brondello, Sonia Raman and Jose Fernandez.
November 12, 2025 at 6:01 PM
UConn? South Carolina? UCLA? LSU?

Forget about them. The magic of #NCAAWBB comes from mid-majors.

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Here are two that could bust your bracket come March.
Mid-majors Fairfield and Temple could become March Madness bracket busters
With impressive early-season wins, Fairfield and Temple are two mid-majors worth watching.
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November 12, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Two-way dominance, depth and future stars on the way.

Yep, everything's going great for No. 2 South Carolina!

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After scoring a 2026 commitment on Monday, the Gamecocks will look to extend their impressive start against in-state "rival" Clemson on Tuesday.

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November 11, 2025 at 7:04 PM
On Monday night, No. 3 UCLA proved they have a higher gear than No. 6 Oklahoma, winning 73-59.

A big reason why?

Newcomer Gianna Kneepkens, who led the Bruins with 20 points.

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@ecreates88.bsky.social on how UCLA passed their top-10 test.

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Newcomer Gianna Kneepkens gave No. 3 UCLA what they needed in their top-10 test vs. No. 6 Oklahoma
Thanks to a second-half surge, the Bruins got the best of the Sooners on Monday night.
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November 11, 2025 at 1:30 PM
The highest-profile matchup of the still-fresh #NCAAWBB season tips off tonight.

It's an opportunity for Lauren Betts, Raegan Beers, Kiki Rice or Aaliyah Chavez to step into the star spotlight.

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Will the Bruins or the Sooners shine brighter when UCLA and Oklahoma meet?
Will Lauren Betts, Aaliyah Chavez or another player be the star of the No. 3 UCLA-No. 6 Oklahoma showdown?
Your best source for WNBA and Women's NCAA basketball news, analysis and opinion from the fan perspective.
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November 10, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Cue the jazz! USC has (another) star!

On Sunday afternoon, Jazzy Davidson proved that she is the real deal as the Trojans stole a win over NC State, with Davidson hitting the game-winning bucket.

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Here's more on Jazzy's play, plus other observations from a weekend of #NCAAWBB.
Jazzy Davidson steps into the spotlight and delivers an upset win for No. 18 USC
Jazzy Davidson looks ready to be USC newest star, leading the Trojans to an upset of NC State.
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November 10, 2025 at 5:15 PM