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We’ve got a must-watch matchup to send you into the weekend. No. 1 UConn faces red-hot No. 6 Michigan tonight at 8 PM ET on FOX — a top-10 showdown you won’t want to miss. Enjoy the game and have a great weekend!
What to Know About Women’s Basketball Today
1. 2026 WNBA Draft Lottery Is This Sunday 🎲
Someone’s winning the lottery this weekend. The draft lottery, that is. The W will determine the No. 1 pick for the 2026 draft on Sunday, with five teams in the running and Dallas holding the best odds.
WHY IT MATTERS: The last four No. 1 picks have all changed the trajectory of their franchises within two seasons, so there’s real opportunity here. The 2026 class features some special talent, including Lauren Betts (UCLA), Olivia Miles (TCU), Azzi Fudd (UConn), and Awa Fam (Spain). Whoever lands the top pick is likely securing a franchise centerpiece for years to come.
📺 Watch: Sunday, Nov 23 at 6:30 PM ET on ESPN
2. Texas Lands Back‑to‑Back 5‑Star Recruits 🤘
Talk about momentum. The Texas Longhorns signed Brihanna Crittendon (No. 8 in 2026) on Wednesday, just before adding Addison Bjorn (No. 10 in 2026) on Thursday. Texas is now the only program to land two top‑10 recruits from the 2026 class. (Texas Longhorns)
WHY IT MATTERS: Vic Schaefer’s 2026 recruiting class is loaded with four top-100 prospects: Crittendon (No. 8), Bjorn (No. 10), Aaliah Spaight (No. 20), and Amalia Holguin (No. 57). With size and versatility across the board, Texas is stacking pieces for consistent future Final Four runs.
3. Lobo Signs Multi‑Year Extension With ESPN 🎙
ESPN announced that basketball hall of famer Rebecca Lobo has re‑signed with the network for a new multi‑year deal. She’ll continue calling women’s college hoops, covering the NCAA Tournament, and leading WNBA coverage, including the Finals. (ESPN PR)
WHY IT MATTERS: Lobo is one of the most trusted voices in the sport, bringing expertise and clarity to every broadcast. She brings top college and WNBA experience to the booth, and keeping her at ESPN ensures strong, consistent coverage as the women’s game continues to grow.
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Biggest Ever: Panini and the WNBPA have renewed their licensing deal, creating the most lucrative licensing agreement in women’s sports history.
Clutch Night: Binghamton’s Bella Pucci drilled the regulation-forcing buzzer three and poured in 29 points, including the go-ahead bucket in double OT to beat Akron.
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