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What To Know About Womenâs Basketball Today
1. Epic Showdown: South Carolina vs. LSU Tonight đ
Two powerhouse programs face off tonight in one of the most highly anticipated matchups of the college basketball season. South Carolina, ranked #2 nationally with an 18-1 record, takes on the undefeated #5 LSU Tigers. Originally scheduled for Thursday, the game was delayed due to extreme weather conditions. (ESPN)
đď¸: Tonight, Jan. 24
â°: 5 pm ET
đş: ESPN
WHY IT MATTERS: Over the past several years, South Carolina and LSU have established themselves as SEC rivals, led by legendary coaches Dawn Staley (3 National Championships) and Kim Mulkey (4 National Championships).
Both teams remain undefeated in conference play, and tonightâs winner is likely to claim the SEC title. With star players like LSUâs Aneesah Morrow and South Carolinaâs MiLaysia Fulwiley generating buzz, this game promises high stakes and wild action.
2. Lisa Leslie Gives Back đ
Womenâs basketball legend and color commentator Lisa Leslie is making the most of her time in Miami for the Unrivaled season.
The 3-on-3 league shared footage of the former Olympian and WNBA All-Star working out with current stars Napheesa Collier and Angel Reese, offering tips and advice. (Unrivaled)
WHY IT MATTERS: Old school helping new school. Leslie is widely regarded as a legend of the game. Her dominance on the court and her media and marketing savvy have made her a trailblazer for the sport.
Now, her presence as both a mentor and a color commentator brings invaluable experience to the game and helps inspire the next generation of stars.
3. Satou Sabally Switches Sneaker Teams đ
WNBA star Satou Sabally made headlines this week at Unrivaled by announcing her move from Nikeâs Jordan Brand to adidas with a new sneaker deal. Observant sneakerheads had already noticed her absence of Jordan gear in recent Unrivaled photos, and now the speculation is confirmed. (Sports Illustrated)
WHY IT MATTERS: Saballyâs sneaker free agency is officially over, as she becomes the latest major athlete signed by adidas under the leadership of Candace Parker, the new President of adidas Womenâs Basketball.
Meanwhile, her WNBA free agency remains open, with Sabally stating she does not intend to return to the Dallas Wings. Unrivaled is proving to be more than just a leagueâitâs also a platform for athletes to network and for brands to compete for top talent.
OVERTIME âąď¸
Siblings Mikayla and Jaylen Blakes just redefined sibling goals! Jaylen, who plays for the Stanford menâs basketball team, hit a game-winning shot against North Carolina on Saturday.
Less than 24 hours later, his younger sister Mikayla, playing for Vanderbilt womenâs basketball, nailed her own game-winner against Tennessee. (ESPN)
