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USA Today
30-07-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Is the Angel Reese '$1,400 a week' quote real? Here's the answer.
Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese has gone viral for a quote referencing making "$1,400 a week." There's just one problem. She never said it. Let us explain. (Even though we're currently rolling our eyes as we do it.) Reese isn't a stranger to having her name in news cycles. Since entering the WNBA, she's been in the headlines for everything from her signature shoe to using her voice to call out the WNBA's CBA negotiations. Unfortunately, that also means people know her name clicks, and they'll use it to push agendas, regardless of the consequences. For the past several days, a meme with a quote attributed to Reees has been floating around, which says, "Y'all make $1,400 a week. … I make $1,400 in 7 days." Aside from this fake quote being deeply unserious and problematic in several ways, there is no record of the Chicago forward ever having said it. None. That's right. If you thought this was real, you've been hoodwinked. Bamboozled. So, how did this meme take off? Well, per Her Hoops Stats, Reese's current WNBA salary is $74,909. What's $74,909 divided by 52? Roughly $1,440 a week or about $1,400 for simplification purposes. See where this is going? That's how easy it was to spread a "believable" quote. (Never mind the fact that Reese has been rolling in endorsement deals and other partnerships since college, which eclipsed the million-dollar mark in 2023.) At any rate, glad we could clear this up. Be better, folks.
NBC Sports
03-04-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
UConn vs. UCLA: Odds, Expert Picks, Betting Trends and Stats for the 2025 NCAA Women's Final Four
Paige Bueckers and the UConn Huskies (35-3) are in Tampa, FL to take on Lauren Betts and the Bruins of UCLA (34-2) in the second game of Final Four Friday. The Huskies are back in the Final Four for the 16th time in the last 17 years. They won Region 4 with a 78-64 victory over USC in the Elite 8. The All-America Bueckers led UConn with 31 points, three rebounds, and six assists. The Bruins won Region 1 with a 72-65 win over LSU. Gabriela Jaquez and Lauren Betts combined for 35 points and 15 rebounds to lead the Bruins to their first Final Four. Winners of the Big Ten Tournament, UCLA lost to only one team this season, the USC Trojans. They arrive at their first Final Four with a high-octane offense led by the 6-foot-7 Betts. Big East title holder UConn quickly found its footing after some early season struggles and arrive in Tampa with the No. 1 offense AND defense in the nation per HerHoopsStats. The true X-factors in this game are the No. 2 options for each side. Both Azzi Fudd and Kiki Rice struggled in the Elite 8. Each scored a mere eight points in the Elite 8. Rice was 1-7 and Fudd was 3-14 from the field. Which of the two will become the offensive force they have been for much of the season? Lets dive into the matchup and offer some information and possibly a sweat or two. We've got all the info and analysis you need to know ahead of the game, including the latest info on the how to catch the opening tip, recent team performance, player stats, and of course, our predictions, picks & best bets for the game from our modeling tools and staff of experts. Game details & how to watch UConn vs. UCLA Date: Friday, April 4, 2025 Time: 9PM EST Site: Amalie Arena City: Tampa, FL Network/Streaming: ESPN/ESPN2 Never miss a second of the action and stay up to date with all the latest scores and player news. Check out our day-by-day NCAA Basketball Schedule Page that includes live game updates. Game odds for UConn vs. UCLA The latest odds as of Wednesday courtesy of BetMGM: Odds: UConn Huskies (-450), UCLA Bruins (+340) Spread: Huskies -7.5 Total: 135.5 points Expert picks & predictions for UConn vs. UCLA Our model calculates projections around each moneyline, spread and over/under bet for every game on the NCAA calendar based on data points like past performance, player matchups, injuries, and the schedule. Once the model is finished running, we put its projection next to the latest betting lines for the game to arrive at a relative confidence level for each wager. Here are the best bets our model is projecting for Friday's Huskies and Bruins game: Moneyline: NBC Sports Bet is staying away from a play on the Moneyline. Spread: NBC Sports Bet is recommending a play ATS on UCLA +7.5. Total: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play on the Game Total OVER 135.5. UConn vs. UCLA: Top betting trends and recent stats This is UCLA's 1st Final Four Geno Auriemma has led UConn to 24 Final Fours during his Hall of Fame career UConn's 14-point win over USC in the Elite 8 was their closest game of the Tournament UCLA's 7-point win over LSU in the Elite 8 was their closest game of the season UCLA ranks fourth nationally in assists per game, averaging 20.4 Betts averages 20.0 points per game on 64.9% shooting for the Bruins In Round 1 against Arkansas State, UConn was favored at one point in the 2nd half by a record 80.5 points If you're looking for more key trends and stats around the spread, moneyline and total for every single game on the schedule today, check out our NCAA Basketball Top Trends Tool on Please bet responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline at 1-800-522-4700. Follow our experts on socials to keep up with all the latest content from the staff: · Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) · Drew Dinsick (@whale_capper) · Vaughn Dalzell (@VmoneySports) · Brad Thomas (@MrBradThomas)
NBC Sports
20-02-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
Katie Lou Samuelson signs with Seattle Storm, agent says
Katie Lou Samuelson is headed back to the Seattle Storm, her agent, Lindsay Kagawa Colas, told The Associated Press. Samuelson, who played with the Storm in 2021, agreed to a one-year deal with Seattle. She mutually parted ways with the Indiana Fever. Samuelson missed the 2023 season due to maternity leave after giving birth to daughter Aliya and returned last year, appearing in 37 games for the Fever while averaging 4.3 points. Samuelson signed a two-year, $355,000 deal with the Fever ahead of last season and earned $175,000 in 2024, according to the website Her Hoops Stats. Her Fever contract was protected so Indiana offered her a buyout. The terms of her contract with Seattle were not disclosed. The 27-year-old wing started 24 games for Seattle, averaging 7.0 points, 3.5 rebounds and 1.7 assists that season. Samuelson currently is playing in the Unrivaled 3-on-3 league in Miami. She was named to the U.S. 3-on-3 Olympic team for the Tokyo Games in 2021, but had to back out at the last minute after contracting COVID-19. It's been an offseason of change for the Storm, who traded star guard Jewell Loyd to Las Vegas as part of a three-way deal that gave them the No. 2 pick in the draft. Seattle signed free agent Alysha Clark and traded for Lexie Brown as well as re-signing Nneka Ogwumike. The Fever have undergone major changes in their roster this offseason to help Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston. Indiana added Natasha Howard, DeWanna Bonner, Sophie Cunningham, Sydney Colson and Brianna Turner. Indiana also changed coaches, bringing in Stephanie White.
Yahoo
20-02-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Katie Lou Samuelson signs with Seattle Storm, agent says
Katie Lou Samuelson is headed back to the Seattle Storm, her agent, Lindsay Kagawa Colas, told The Associated Press on Thursday. Samuelson, who played with the Storm in 2021, agreed to a one-year deal with Seattle. She mutually parted ways with the Indiana Fever earlier this month. Samuelson missed the 2023 season due to maternity leave after giving birth to daughter Aliya and returned last year, appearing in 37 games for the Fever while averaging 4.3 points. Samuelson signed a two-year, $355,000 deal with the Fever ahead of last season and earned $175,000 in 2024, according to the website Her Hoops Stats. Her Fever contract was protected so Indiana offered her a buyout. The terms of her contract with Seattle were not disclosed. The 27-year-old wing started 24 games for Seattle, averaging 7.0 points, 3.5 rebounds and 1.7 assists that season. Samuelson is currently playing in the Unrivaled 3-on-3 league in Miami. She was named to the U.S. 3-on-3 Olympic team for the Tokyo Games in 2021, but had to back out at the last minute after contracting COVID-19. It's been an offseason of change for the Storm, who traded star guard Jewell Loyd to Las Vegas as part of a three-way deal that gave them the No. 2 pick in the draft. Seattle signed free agent Alysha Clark and traded for Lexie Brown as well as re-signing Nneka Ogwumike. The Fever have undergone major changes in their roster this offseason to help Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston. Indiana added Natasha Howard, DeWanna Bonner, Sophie Cunningham, Sydney Colson and Brianna Turner. Indiana also changed coaches, bringing in Stephanie White. ___ AP WNBA: Doug Feinberg, The Associated Press
Associated Press
20-02-2025
- Sport
- Associated Press
Katie Lou Samuelson signs with Seattle Storm, agent says
Katie Lou Samuelson is headed back to the Seattle Storm, her agent, Lindsay Kagawa Colas, told The Associated Press on Thursday. Samuelson, who played with the Storm in 2021, agreed to a one-year deal with Seattle. She mutually parted ways with the Indiana Fever earlier this month. Samuelson missed the 2023 season due to maternity leave after giving birth to daughter Aliya and returned last year, appearing in 37 games for the Fever while averaging 4.3 points. Samuelson signed a two-year, $355,000 deal with the Fever ahead of last season and earned $175,000 in 2024, according to the website Her Hoops Stats. Her Fever contract was protected so Indiana offered her a buyout. The terms of her contract with Seattle were not disclosed. The 27-year-old wing started 24 games for Seattle, averaging 7.0 points, 3.5 rebounds and 1.7 assists that season. Samuelson is currently playing in the Unrivaled 3-on-3 league in Miami. She was named to the U.S. 3-on-3 Olympic team for the Tokyo Games in 2021, but had to back out at the last minute after contracting COVID-19. It's been an offseason of change for the Storm, who traded star guard Jewell Loyd to Las Vegas as part of a three-way deal that gave them the No. 2 pick in the draft. Seattle signed free agent Alysha Clark and traded for Lexie Brown as well as re-signing Nneka Ogwumike. The Fever have undergone major changes in their roster this offseason to help Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston. Indiana added Natasha Howard, DeWanna Bonner, Sophie Cunningham, Sydney Colson and Brianna Turner. Indiana also changed coaches, bringing in Stephanie White. ___
