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A graphic showing the nine-member class of the FIBA International Basketball Hall of Fame, which includes Lisa Leslie and Geno Auriemma.

FIBA Hall of Fame adds Leslie, Auriemma and seven others

By Scott Mammoser / October 3, 2022

Senegal’s Mbengue becomes first African woman elected

What led to Lauren Jackson’s 30-point outburst in bronze medal game

By Scott Mammoser / October 2, 2022

Australian Hall of Famer leaves the court on her own terms

Cover picture featuring a photo of South Carolina center Aliyah Boston and Stanford Cardinal big wing Haley Jones fighting for a jump ball, a couple title lines that say "TOP PROSPECTS IN 2023 DRAFT?"; the "Locked on Women's Basketball Podcast" logo; and pictures of co-hosts Hunter Cruse, Joshua Welch, and Em Adler laughing

Locked on Women’s Basketball: Aliyah Boston, Haley Jones, surprise sleepers headline 2023 WNBA Draft

By The Next / October 1, 2022

It’s never too early to discuss the WNBA Draft here at The Next!

USA's A'ja Wilson (9) goes for a left-handed layup over China's Li Yueru (14), who defends. Another Chinese player steps toward Wilson to defend.

Daily Briefing — Oct. 1, 2022: GOLDEN AGE — USA wins fourth consecutive World Cup

By Isabel Rodrigues / October 1, 2022

A’ja Wilson named Tournament MVP, Alyssa Thomas named Best Defensive Player

Team USA players, wearing their red jerseys, raise their hands in the air in celebration after winning the gold medal in the 2022 FIBA Women's World Cup.

Why this World Cup win was different for Team USA

By Scott Mammoser / October 1, 2022

A’ja Wilson named World Cup MVP after Team USA’s 22-point win over China

Minnesota Lynx off-ball guard Kayla McBride holds the ball at the top of her dribble while looking upcourt, while defenders reach toward her

2022-23 EuroLeague FAQ – Part 2

By Antonio Losada / October 1, 2022

Answering more questions about the EuroLeague before it tips off this month

Preview thumbnail for the mid-major conference schedule preview show of the Locked on Women's Basketball podcast

Locked on Women’s Basketball: Must-watch mid-major games

By The Next / September 30, 2022

Natalie and Missy break down the biggest mid-major games to watch out of the A-10, Big East, Conference USA and WCC.

China's Han Xu (15) looks up towards the ceiling with a smile. The shot clock on the basket behind her reads zero, as Australian players walk away towrads the bench.

Daily Briefing — Sept. 30, 2022: China, USA advance to the World Cup Final after colossally different matches

By Isabel Rodrigues / September 30, 2022

China snuck a two-point victory over Australia, while the USA bulldozed Canada with a 40-point blowout.

How Team USA and China advanced to the World Cup final

By Scott Mammoser / September 30, 2022

China in World Cup final for first time since 1994

Photo of George Mason women's basketball team as a feature for the Locked on Women's Basketball podcast.

Locked on Women’s Basketball: Where does George Mason stand heading into this year?

By The Next / September 29, 2022

Atlantic 10 beat reporter Natalie Heavren talks all things Mason