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LSU is on a roll — and Texas is next. 👀🏀

On today’s episode of Locked On Women’s Basketball, hosts Kalia Butler (Chicago Sky sideline reporter) and Sophia Jones (Golden State Valkyries radio analyst) break down one of the biggest matchups in the SEC as #5 LSU travels to face #4 Texas in a heavyweight showdown.

LSU is riding a seven-game SEC win streak and coming off a dominant 103–63 blowout, while Texas brings elite defense and a tough home-court presence. Can LSU’s pace and pressure overwhelm the Longhorns again?

🔍 Today’s Episode Includes:

LSU vs. Texas Previ...

It’s a loaded slate in women’s college basketball, and we’re breaking down key Big Ten matchups you need to know before tip-off 🏀 In today’s episode, we preview: 🔥 Maryland vs. Michigan State — Can the Terps snap their skid, or will MSU’s home dominance hold? 🔥 Nebraska vs. Michigan — Upset alert or business as usual for the Wolverines? 🔥 Rutgers vs. UCLA — The Bruins enter as heavy favorites with elite depth and efficiency. We dive into: • Team context and recent trends • Key players to watch • Matchup swing factors like turnovers, rebounding, and tempo • Game predictions and upset potential Plus: ➡️ Big 12 matchup previews fea...

Unrivaled took over Philadelphia — and Marina Mabrey put on an all-time performance.

In front of a sold-out crowd of 21,490 fans at Xfinity Mobile Arena, the largest attendance ever for a regular-season professional women’s basketball game, Mabrey made history by scoring 47 points and hitting 10 three-pointers, setting a new Unrivaled record.

We break down:

The historic Philly stop on the Unrivaled On Tour run

Marina Mabrey’s unforgettable night and what made it special

Matchups including Breeze vs Phantom and Rose vs Lunar Owls

Everything else that happened during...

The No. 1 Huskies completed their revenge tour in historic fashion, blowing out No. 15 Tennessee 96–66 in the largest margin of victory ever in the rivalry. After a tight first half, UConn flipped the switch, outscoring the Vols 54–24 after halftime behind dominant performances from Azzi Fudd and Sarah Strong. On today’s episode of Locked On Women’s Basketball, Kalia Butler is joined by Golden State Valkyries radio analyst Sophia Jones to break down: 🔥 UConn’s statement win and Geno Auriemma’s revenge arc 🏀 UCLA overwhelming Iowa behind Angela Dugalic’s career night 🐯 LSU, Texas, and Michigan delivering decisive Top-25 wins ⚡ Overtime drama i...

UConn remains the standard — and Tennessee is next.

In today’s episode of Locked On Women’s Basketball, hosts Kalia Butler (Chicago Sky sideline reporter) and Sophia Jones (Golden State Valkyries radio analyst) break down one of the biggest weekends of the season, headlined by #1 UConn vs #15 Tennessee at Gampel Pavilion.

We dive into why UConn is built to stay undefeated, how their elite defense and depth stack up against Tennessee’s physical style, and what the Lady Vols must do to keep it close.

Plus, full previews and analysis of:
🏀 #24 Alabama @ #6 LSU
🏀...

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The women’s basketball landscape is shifting fast — and we break it all down. The UConn Huskies are the last undefeated team in the nation, the SEC makes history, and chaos reigns in the latest AP Top 25. Plus, a full recap of Monday at Unrivaled and a look at the midseason Top 25 player rankings for 2025–26.

🔹 Segment 1: AP Poll Reactions & Shockers

UConn remains the unanimous No. 1 and the only undefeated team left

UCLA slides into No. 2 after South Carolina’s overtime loss

Oklahoma jumps six spots after a massive win over South Carolina

South Carolina put on one of its most complete performances of the season, handing No. 5 Vanderbilt its first loss in a dominant 103–74 win. Ta’Niya Latson and Tessa Johnson led the way as the Gamecocks overwhelmed the Commodores with elite defense, transition offense, and red-hot shooting — reminding everyone why they remain a No. 1 seed contender.

We break down how South Carolina forced 20 turnovers, scored 56 points in the paint, and shot over 60% from the floor in a statement SEC victory. Plus, hear Vanderbilt head coach Shea Ralph’s postgame thoughts and what this loss means moving forward.

In Seg...

No. 2 South Carolina goes down in a shocking overtime loss as No. 16 Oklahoma pulls off one of the biggest upsets of the season. Aaliyah Chavez catches fire in OT, the Sooners own the paint, and Dawn Staley doesn’t mince words postgame. We break down what went wrong for the Gamecocks and what it means moving forward.

Plus, a full recap of a wild night in women’s college basketball:

🟡 Oklahoma 94, South Carolina 82 (OT) — Chavez shines, Beers battles foul trouble, and SC’s win streak snaps

⚫ Iowa 85, Maryland 78 (OT) — Hawkeyes escape after blowing a 17-point lead...

The WNBA officially released its 2026 schedule — and it might mean the league and players’ union are closer to a new CBA than many expected. We break down the biggest schedule takeaways, key dates, standout matchups, and what Breanna Stewart’s comments signal about negotiations as the WNBA heads into its 30th season.

Plus, we recap a loaded night across women’s college basketball:
🔥 Jada Williams explodes for 44 to lift Iowa State
🔥 UCLA dominates Purdue in a statement win
🔥 Wisconsin stuns ranked Nebraska
🔥 BYU takes down No. 19 Texas Tech

And we look ahead to tonight’s m...

UConn holds strong at the top of the AP Poll, but there’s plenty of movement shaking up women’s college basketball. 🏀

On today’s episode of Locked On Women’s Basketball, Kalia Butler is joined by Golden State Valkyries radio analyst Sophia Jones to break down the latest AP Poll rankings, conference contenders, and the biggest games to watch tonight.

🔹 Segment 1: AP Poll Breakdown

UConn remains No. 1

Iowa cracks the Top 10 for the first time post-Caitlin Clark

Kentucky slides, Duke surges back into the rankings

Oklahoma, Tennessee, Mic...

UConn sent a loud message to the rest of women’s college basketball — and Notre Dame felt all of it.

On today’s episode of Locked On Women’s Basketball, we break down the Huskies’ dominant 85–47 win over Notre Dame, a game that showed just how overwhelming UConn’s defense, ball movement, and depth can be. From shutting down Hannah Hidalgo to ripping off an 18–2 third-quarter run, this was a complete performance.

We also zoom out to the big picture:

Can anyone stop UConn right now?

Sarah Strong reaches 1,000 career points in just 59 games...

LSU is climbing back up the rankings — and they made a loud statement this week 👀🐯 On today’s episode of Locked On Women’s Basketball, Kalia Butler (Chicago Sky sideline reporter) is joined by Golden State Valkyries radio analyst Sophia Jones to break down a packed slate of ranked matchups, statement wins, and shocking upsets across women’s college basketball. 🔥 Segment 1: Top Dogs Eating? #6 LSU dominates #13 Oklahoma behind a huge two-way performance from Flau’jae Johnson UCLA continues its historic run and looks like the clear Big Ten frontrunner Louisville survives NC State in a physical OT thriller Tennessee, Iowa, and more rank...

South Carolina proved once again why they run the SEC. 🐔🔥
In a thrilling top-5 showdown, No. 2 South Carolina avenged its only loss of the season with a 68–65 win over No. 4 Texas, powered by clutch fourth-quarter play from Raven Johnson and relentless pressure from Joyce Edwards.

We break down:

South Carolina’s late-game execution and fourth-quarter dominance

Texas’ full-court pressure, turnover struggles, and Madison Booker’s 24-point night

How Raven Johnson scored or assisted on 12 of SC’s 20 fourth-quarter points

Why this matchup continues to be one of the best rivalries i...

UCLA continues to prove they belong at the top of the Big Ten 🏀

In today’s show, we break down #3 UCLA’s dominant 76–58 road win over Minnesota, keeping the Bruins undefeated in conference play behind elite defense, balanced scoring, and another double-double from Lauren Betts. Plus, Ohio State explodes offensively, Colorado stuns a ranked Iowa State squad, and TCU delivers one of the wildest buzzer-beaters of the season.

We also preview and analyze massive ranked matchups across the Big Ten, Big 12, SEC, and ACC, including Texas vs South Carolina, Louisville vs Notre Dame, and Illinois vs Michig...

🔥 On Today’s Episode:
• #19 Iowa State vs Colorado — key matchups, strategy, and why this game matters in the Big 12 race
• #3 UCLA vs Minnesota — can the Gophers slow down one of the nation’s elite offenses?
• #10 TCU vs West Virginia — Olivia Miles, transition defense, and rebounding battles
• Penn State vs #14 Ohio State — guard play and tempo control
• #18 Baylor vs Utah — physicality, paint play, and conference standings

📊 Game Recaps:
• Alabama pulls away late vs Missouri behind a career night from Karly Weathers
• Texas Tech stays undefeated after forcing 27 turnovers against Houston

🏆 Big Picture Talk:
• Who c...

UConn isn’t going anywhere. The Huskies remain locked in as the No. 1 team in the nation, and there’s no sign of a shift coming anytime soon.

On today’s episode of Locked On Women’s Basketball, we break down the Week 11 AP Poll, highlighting the biggest movers, surprises, and storylines across women’s college basketball — plus a major development in the WNBA.

🔹 Segment 1: AP Poll Week 11 Breakdown

UConn stays steady at No. 1

LSU launches back into the Top 10

Major slips for Maryland and Oklahoma

Ohio State continues...

🔥 Segment 1: Double-Ranked Showdowns

🏀 #12 LSU 70, #2 Texas 65
LSU handed Texas its first loss of the season by forcing 17 turnovers, dominating the glass, and controlling tempo in the second half. Mikaylah Williams led the way with 20 points and elite defensive impact as LSU showed why they may be the biggest threat in the SEC.

🏀 #6 Kentucky 63, #5 Oklahoma 57
Kentucky rallied from a 13-point deficit and shut Oklahoma out over the final four minutes. Tonie Morgan delivered a complete performance while UK earned another historic top-five win.

🏀 #4 UCLA 83, #25 Nebraska 61
UCLA flexed its depth and physicality on the road, pl...

LSU looks like LSU again.

The Tigers bounced back in a big way with a dominant road win over Georgia, led by a fourth-quarter takeover from Flau’Jae Johnson — and now all eyes turn to a massive showdown with No. 2 Texas. On today’s episode of Locked On Women’s Basketball, hosts Kalia Butler and Golden State Valkyries radio analyst Sophia Jones break down what LSU’s resurgence means for the SEC race.

We also cover:
🏀 Ole Miss stunning No. 5 Oklahoma
🏀 Michigan State’s statement road win over Washington
🏀 Alabama’s defensive clinic against Kentucky...

🔹 Segment 1: Top 25 Recap & Iowa State vs Cincinnati Breakdown

Why Cincinnati’s physicality, confidence, and bench energy overwhelmed Iowa State

How Audi Crooks (23 pts, 10 reb) drew constant defensive attention — and why the Cyclones’ offense stalled anyway

Destiny Thomas’ physical defense and Cincinnati’s discipline late

Cincinnati’s first win over a ranked opponent since 2011

Key Performers:

Mya Perry (CIN): 26 pts on 10-of-14 shooting

Audi Crooks (ISU): 23 pts, 10 reb

Jada Williams (ISU): 13 pts, 7 ast

🔹 Other Top 25 Results Discussed

#19 Ohio State def. Illinois 78–69 (Ja...

The WNBA Collective Bargaining Agreement negotiations appear headed for another extension, as talks between the league and the WNBPA remain at a standstill. On today’s episode of Locked On Women’s Basketball, hosts Kalia Butler (Chicago Sky sideline reporter) and Sophia Jones (Golden State Valkyries radio analyst) break down the latest developments — and what they could mean for the future of the league.

🔹 Segment 1: WNBA CBA Update

Why the league has not moved off its December proposal

Revenue sharing debate: 15% vs. 30%

Proposed salary structure, including a potential $1M+ max salary

WNBP...

Paige Bueckers put on a statement performance as Unrivaled Basketball tipped off — and we’re breaking down everything from Day 1. 🏀🔥

On today’s episode of Locked On Women’s Basketball, Kalia Butler is joined by Golden State Valkyries radio analyst Sophia Jones to recap the biggest games, standout performances, and early takeaways from Unrivaled’s opening slate.

🔹 In this episode:

Unrivaled Day 1 Recap

Paige Bueckers leads Breeze BC

Chelsea Gray drops 35 points for Rose BC

Allisha Gray, Marina Mabrey, Jackie Young & more shine

Top Performers of the Day

AP...

🔶 Segment 1: LSU vs. Vanderbilt Breakdown

Vanderbilt upsets No. 5 LSU, staying undefeated at 15–0

Mikayla Blakes explodes for 32 points, including 15 in the 4th

Freshman Aubrey Galvan hits the go-ahead 3

LSU commits 22 turnovers and falls to 0–2 in SEC play

Concerns around leadership, experience, and rotations

Flau’jae Johnson scoreless in 18 minutes

Kim Mulkey reacts to LSU’s physicality and rebounding struggles

🔶 Segment 2: NCAA Weekend Recap

#4 UCLA dominates #17 USC 80–46

#22 Baylor stuns #10 Iowa State on a late bucket

Unranked Duke beats #18 Notre Dame for their 6...

Are rankings starting to lose their meaning? 🤔
On today’s episode of Locked On Women’s Basketball, we break down a wild night across the women’s college basketball landscape — from a dramatic LSU vs. Kentucky finish to multiple shocking upsets and a clutch Iowa win in Big Ten play.

🔥 Segment 1: LSU vs. Kentucky Breakdown

LSU struck first, but Kentucky battled back behind elite rebounding, physical defense, and second-chance points.

Kentucky dominated the glass (45–29) and extended possessions all night

Teonni Key delivered a huge double-double (17 points, 16 rebounds)

Mikaylah Williams carried...

WNBA CBA negotiations remain far from a deal as the league and the players’ union clash over revenue sharing, salary caps, and what counts as “real” revenue — with a potential strike now on the table. We break down the key sticking points, competing proposals, and what it all means as the deadline approaches.

Plus, we highlight standout performances from across women’s college basketball, including dominant nights from Lauren Betts, Audi Crooks, Taliah Scott, and Olivia Miles.

We wrap the show with a full preview of one of the biggest matchups of the week: No. 11 Kentucky v...

USC delivered a statement road win in the Big Ten, knocking off previously unbeaten No. 20 Nebraska 74–66 at Pinnacle Bank Arena for its first road victory of the season. A dominant third quarter fueled by Londynn Jones and strong all-around play from Jazzy Davidson and Kennedy Smith proved to be the difference, as Nebraska’s late push fell short despite defensive pressure and trips to the free-throw line. We break down how foul trouble, defensive intensity, and Davidson’s brief injury scare shaped the game, why USC left the door open late, and how Nebraska couldn’t capitalize in the final mi...

UCLA made another statement in Big Ten play — and it might be enough to put the Bruins right back at the top of the conference.

On today’s episode of Locked On Women’s Basketball, Kalia Butler is joined by Golden State Valkyries radio analyst Sophia Jones to break down UCLA’s 82–75 road win over Ohio State, including how the Bruins dominated the paint, wore down the Buckeyes late, and why Lauren Betts continues to be one of the most impactful players in the country.

🏀 Segment 1: UCLA vs. Ohio State

How UCLA built a 16-point fo...

South Carolina is upgrading in a big way. 
On today’s episode of Locked On Women’s Basketball, hosts Kalia Butler and Sophia Jones break down the Gamecocks’ latest recruiting wins and what they mean for Dawn Staley’s program moving forward.

Segment 1:
We dive into South Carolina landing Jerzy Robinson, the No. 5 ranked player in ESPN’s 2026 class, and adding international pro Alicia Tournebize, a 6’7 frontcourt presence joining midseason. How do these additions reshape the Gamecocks’ roster and championship outlook?

Segment 2:
A full preview of Sunday’s top matchup: #4 UCLA vs #21 Ohio State.
...

🔹 Segment 1: Michigan State vs. Ole Miss Recap

Michigan State holds Ole Miss to its lowest scoring output of the season, showcasing elite ball movement, defensive pressure, and timely shooting. We dive into:

How MSU’s third-quarter explosion flipped the game

Rashunda Jones’ momentum-swinging performance

Why this win matters with Big Ten play right around the corner

🔹 Segment 2: Weekly AP Poll Reaction

The AP Top 25 remains mostly unchanged heading into the holiday break, but the bigger story is how many teams are still undefeated:

12 unbeaten teams remain acr...

UConn sent a clear message to the rest of women’s college basketball with a 90–64 statement win over Iowa, locking in defensively and blowing the game open behind huge performances from Sarah Strong and Azzi Fudd. The Huskies’ full-court pressure, transition scoring, and second-half shot-making proved too much for the Hawkeyes, despite Iowa winning the rebounding battle.

In Segment 2, Louisville pulled away from Tennessee 89–65, showcasing elite depth with six players scoring in double figures. The Cardinals dominated the glass, forced turnovers, and turned defense into easy offense to seize control in the second half. Tajianna Roberts, Imari Berry, a...

The WNBA is at a pivotal moment — and the NBA may be stepping in.

On today’s Locked On Women’s Basketball, we break down Adam Silver’s comments on potentially joining WNBA CBA negotiations, why NBA involvement matters financially, and how a deal (or a lockout) could shape the league’s future.

Plus:

Sylvia Fowles joins the Portland Fire coaching staff and what her role means for the expansion franchise

Toronto Tempo unveil their jerseys and the meaning behind the design

Breanna Stewart & Napheesa Collier named SI Innovators of the Yea...

Year 2 of Unrivaled is officially here — and it’s already bigger, bolder, and more player-driven than ever.

In this episode, we break down everything from Unrivaled Media Day, where Breeze BC immediately stood out as a team to watch, led by Paige Bueckers, Cameron Brink, Rickea Jackson, Aari McDonald, and more under head coach Noelle Quinn. Players talk creativity, confidence, and why Unrivaled is becoming a true proving ground — with no place to hide from competition.

We also dive into the viral moments, glam squad experience, and elite star power on display, from Chelsea Gray and Ka...

In this episode:

Why UConn and Texas look untouchable

Biggest winners and losers in the AP Poll

Oklahoma, Louisville, USC, Princeton & more

Key seeding games to watch this weekend

WNBA CBA negotiations explained

Revenue sharing, salaries, and league growth

What Team USA’s “young and turnt” core means moving forward

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UConn sends a statement to the rest of women’s college basketball, Texas overwhelms Baylor, and we break down a loaded slate of Top-25 action across the country. 🔒🏀

We open with UConn’s dominant road win over USC, where Geno Auriemma’s squad applied relentless full-court pressure, owned the paint, and dished out 25 assists en route to a 39-point lead. USC never found a rhythm as their 19-game home winning streak came to an emphatic end. Big picture: UConn continues to look like the most complete team in women’s basketball.

Next, Texas puts on a defensive cl...

UConn heads to the Galen Center looking to stay undefeated, while USC aims to protect its strong home court advantage. We break down the matchup, key players, and what each team needs to do to win.

We also preview two more major showdowns:

Texas vs Baylor: A high-powered Texas team hosts a tough Baylor squad in a classic Big 12 battle.

Oklahoma vs Oklahoma State (Bedlam): One of the best rivalry games in college basketball, featuring two explosive offenses.

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On today’s episode of Locked On Women’s College Basketball, we break down Audi Crooks’ absolutely dominant performance as Iowa State edges Iowa 74-69, including her jaw-dropping efficiency and how she elevates her teammates. We also spotlight teams making historic starts—Illinois, Arizona State, Maryland, Oklahoma, and Princeton—and highlight standout players like Aaliyah Chavez and Fadima Tall.

Plus, we preview the USA Women’s National Team training camp in Durham, with Kara Lawson and Sue Bird evaluating both returning gold medalists and fresh faces preparing for the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup.

All this, along wi...

On today’s episode of Locked On Women’s Basketball:
We’re previewing a massive in-state battle — #11 Iowa vs. #10 Iowa State — and what it will take for the Hawkeyes to slow down national scoring leader Audi Crooks. Plus, we break down A’ja Wilson’s incredible sweep of national awards, and why college athletic directors are now seriously considering collective bargaining with athletes.

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UConn is on an absolute tear — and today we’re breaking down why the Huskies look like the most dominant team in college basketball right now.

We kick things off with a full look at this week’s AP Poll, the Big Ten’s historic milestone, Tennessee’s 800th ranking, and the biggest matchup swings coming this week for NCAA Tournament seeding.

Then we dive into the Player of the Year race, where Sarah Strong continues to lead the national conversation — but Hannah Hidalgo, Madison Booker, Lauren Betts, Azzi Fudd, Audi Crooks, and Olivia Miles are all maki...

UConn is on a mission — and their 67-point demolition of DePaul proves the Huskies are built to run the Big East once again. On today’s show, we break down UConn’s dominance, including Sarah Strong’s monster performance, a historic defensive showing, and a 40-game conference win streak that keeps rolling on a day the school honored Sue Bird.

But it wasn’t just the Big East making noise — the Big Ten opened conference play with absolute chaos. From USC’s gritty low-scoring win behind Jazzy Davidson’s double-double, to Wisconsin’s huge upset over Michigan State, to Maryland...