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What to Know About Women’s Basketball Today
1. Power 4 Players of the Year Announced 🏆
The top four conferences in college basketball just handed out their end-of-season awards, and we now officially know their Player of the Year winners. Here’s who took home the honors:
WHY IT MATTERS: These awards carry serious weight. Each conference is packed with elite talent, so earning Player of the Year means standing out against some of the best players in the country.
It’s also a strong signal for what could come next. Many past winners of these awards have gone on to successful WNBA careers, making this list a preview of future pro stars.
2. Taurasi to Enter Mercury Ring of Honor 👏
No surprise here. The Phoenix Mercury announced that Diana Taurasi’s No. 3 jersey will be inducted into the team’s Ring of Honor on August 16. In other words, it’s heading to the rafters. The three‑time WNBA champion and all‑time leading scorer will be celebrated during a special ceremony at the Mercury vs Fire game in Phoenix. (Phoenix Mercury)
WHY IT MATTERS: The Mercury didn’t wait long to honor Taurasi. This announcement comes less than two years after her retirement, which tells you everything about the impact she had across her 20 seasons with the franchise.
Her number will join a legendary group that includes Cheryl Miller, Jennifer Gillom, Bridget Pettis, Michele Timms, and Penny Taylor.
3. USA Basketball Launches New “3X Play” Initiative 🏀
USA Basketball announced a new grassroots initiative called 3X Play, aimed at growing 3x3 basketball across the country. (USA Basketball)
WHY IT MATTERS: 3x3 is now an Olympic sport, which means the pipeline for developing talent is more important than ever. Programs like this give coaches the tools to teach the new format, aligned with FIBA rules, and create competitive opportunities for young players while helping the U.S. build the next wave of elite 3x3 players.
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Sneaker Sequel: Nike revealed the A'Twos, the second iteration of A’ja Wilson’s signature shoe. They release this spring on May 2nd.
Such A Tease: The NCAA released its second Top 16 seed reveal, with UConn, UCLA, South Carolina, and Texas currently claiming the No. 1 seeds.
Shiny New Toy: The Big 12 Tournament is set to debut a new LED glass basketball court, the first time the tech will be used in official U.S. competition.
🗳️ Poll Results from Yesterday: The Unrivaled semifinals were intense, and 87% of you said the Mist’s 16-point comeback impressed you the most. They’ll face Phantom in the Championship game tonight at 9:30 PM ET on TNT, truTV, and HBO Max.
