Brianna Williams

2 weeks ago | espn.com | Brianna Williams

One of the joys of March Madness is the chance for every player to shine. Whether they're playing for a top seed or an underdog, each athlete has an equal shot at etching their name into tournament lore as they fight through the bracket for a national title. Editor's PicksWomen's Final Four predictions: Surrounded by 1-seeds, is No. 2 seed UConn the favorite?

1 month ago | espn.com | Brianna Williams

March Madness is the ultimate stage for college basketball stars to cement their legacies. Some of the game's greatest players have shined in the NCAA tournament -- but not all have walked away as champions. Unlike the men's side, where players can enter the NBA draft at 19 or after just one collegiate season, women's players must either graduate or turn 22 before heading to the WNBA -- a rule that gives women's superstars more opportunities to chase a national title.

1 month ago | espn.com | Brianna Williams

SEATTLE -- Donald "Slick" Watts, a fan favorite for the SuperSonics and later a beloved teacher and coach in Seattle, has died. He was 73. Watts' son Donald, who played for Washington, announced his father's death Saturday on social media, writing: "You did so much for so many of us. It was an honor call you pops." Watts had been in poor health following a stroke in 2021. Watts was signed by coach Bill Russell to play for the Sonics in 1973 as an undrafted rookie.

1 month ago | espn.com | Brianna Williams

Jimmy Butler III's first month with the Golden State Warriors has been a resounding success. Since he made his debut with the team Feb. 8, the Warriors have gone 13-2 -- the second-best record in the NBA during that span -- including a six-game winning streak heading into Saturday's matchup against the New York Knicks (8:30 p.m. ET, ABC).

1 month ago | espn.com | Brianna Williams

DK Metcalf 's whirlwind week just got even bigger -- with an engagement announcementcapping it off.