This WNBA Trend Is Bringing Players Back Home

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What To Know About Women’s Basketball Today

1. WNBA Stars Return Home for Preseason Showdowns 🔙🏀

A new WNBA preseason tradition is taking shape. Last year, the Las Vegas Aces played in South Carolina to honor MVP A’ja Wilson’s roots. This year, the league is expanding on that idea, scheduling at least four homecoming games featuring fan favorites:

• Oregon: Sabrina Ionescu and Nyara Sabally return to Eugene on May 12 as the New York Liberty take on Japan’s Toyota Antelopes. (University of Oregon)

• Notre Dame: Irish fans will welcome back Jackie Young, Jewell Loyd, and Arike Ogunbowale when the Las Vegas Aces face the Dallas Wings on May 2. (Notre Dame Fighting Irish)

• LSU: "Bayou Barbie" Angel Reese returns to Baton Rouge as the Chicago Sky take on Brazil’s national team on May 2. (Chicago Sky)

• Iowa: Caitlin Clark is back at Carver-Hawkeye Arena when the Indiana Fever battle Brazil’s national team on May 4. (Indiana Fever)

WHY IT MATTERS: Not all college hoops fans follow the WNBA, and the league is making sure that changes. By bringing these star players back to their college markets, the WNBA is tapping into deeply passionate fanbases to convert them into pro basketball supporters.

For cities without a WNBA team, these matchups also serve as a rare chance to experience the league in person.

🎟️ Want to see one of these games in person? Check out ticket info here 👉 WNBA Preseason Schedule

2. Steph Curry Invests in Unrivaled’s Future 💰

Unrivaled’s first season is winding down, but one basketball icon is already betting on its future. Four-time NBA champion Steph Curry has joined the league’s investment group, backing the 3-on-3 startup as it continues to build momentum. (AP News)

WHY IT MATTERS: Curry has long been one of the NBA’s most vocal advocates for women’s basketball and he’s putting his money where his mouth is. Growth in any business requires serious investment, and Curry’s involvement signals confidence that Unrivaled is here to stay. His backing not only adds financial weight but also expands the league’s visibility.

3. Will the “Real SC” Please Stand Up? 🙌

Who owns the SC title? The University of Southern California and the University of South Carolina are settling the debate over their shared abbreviation on the court with a new two-game series, officially named “The Real SC.” (WCollegeHoops/Facebook)

WHY IT MATTERS: The Trojans and Gamecocks are two of the nation’s top programs, featuring elite talent like JuJu Watkins and MiLaysia Fulwiley. These high-stakes battles between powerhouses with deep school pride are sure to generate massive fan interest.

• 🗓️ Game 1: November 15, 2025 – Los Angeles, CA

• 🗓️ Game 2: November 15, 2026 – Greenville, SC