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Miami Herald
15-04-2025
- Sport
- Miami Herald
Former HBCU star selected in WNBA Draft
Former Arkansas Pine-Bluff guard Zaay Green was selected in the third round of the WNBA Draft on Monday night by the Washington Mystics. One of the best HBCU players in the country during her time at UAPB, Green finished her college career this season at the University of Alabama. Zaay Green made a name for herself as a dynamic and versatile guard throughout her college basketball career. A five-star recruit out of Texas, Green began her journey at the University of Tennessee, where she made an immediate impact as a freshman during the 2018–19 season. She averaged 9.6 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 3.0 assists per game, showcasing her all-around game and potential as a future star. Unfortunately, a knee injury sidelined her for the entire 2019–20 season. After recovering, Green transferred to Texas A&M but saw limited action. Seeking a fresh start, she moved to UAPB, where she revived her career. At UAPB, Green became the centerpiece of the team's offense, consistently leading in scoring, rebounding, and playmaking. Her leadership and talent earned her All-SWAC honors and national attention for her performances. Green transferred to Alabama last season, where she averaged 15.7 points per game, one less than her 16.7 ppg at UAPB during the 2023-24 season. She's projected to be a point guard in the WNBA. The Washington Mystics' 2024 season was marked by challenges and transitions. They began with a 12-game losing streak but rallied to finish 14–26, narrowly missing the playoffs . Key players like Ariel Atkins and Stefanie Dolson provided leadership, while rookie Aaliyah Edwards showed promise . Former Norfolk State guard Diamond Johnson was projected to be a late-round pick in some mock drafts. The MEAC Player of the Year wasn't selected in the draft. Johnson dominated HBCU basketball for the last two seasons and stands as the only active Division I player with at least 2,000 points, 600 rebounds, 390 assists, and 300 steals. The post Former HBCU star selected in WNBA Draft appeared first on HBCU Gameday. Copyright HBCU Gameday 2012-2025
USA Today
15-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Alabama guard Zaay Green selected in third round of 2025 WNBA draft
Alabama guard Zaay Green selected in third round of 2025 WNBA draft Alabama Crimson Tide guard Zaay Green has been selected in the 2025 WNBA draft, taken with the No. 32 overall pick in the third round by the Washington Mystics. Green is the third Alabama player to be selected Monday night, joining teammates Sarah Ashlee Barker and Aaliyah Nye. Barker went No. 9 overall in the first round to the Los Angeles Sparks, while Nye came off the board at No. 13 in the second round to the Las Vegas Aces. A player who originally began her career at Tennessee, Green transferred to Alabama prior to the 2024-25 season from Arkansas-Pine Bluff, a move that turned out to be impactful for the guard. This past season, Green averaged 15.7 points, 5 rebounds, and 4.5 assists per game across 33 games, each of which she started, while also shooting 46.7% from the field. Green also shot 36.1% from three-point range, as well as 65.4% at the free throw line. Contact/Follow us @RollTideWire on X, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Alabama news, notes and opinion.
USA Today
23-03-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Alabama vs. Maryland women's basketball tickets still available for Monday, March 24
Alabama vs. Maryland women's basketball tickets still available for Monday, March 24 The No. 5 seed Alabama Crimson Tide (24-8) take on the No. 4 seed Maryland Terrapins (24-7) with a Sweet 16 spot up for grabs on Monday at XFINITY Center. Buy tickets for Alabama vs. Maryland Shop Alabama Crimson Tide basketball tickets at SeatGeek Shop Alabama Crimson Tide basketball tickets at StubHub Alabama vs. Maryland game information Date: Monday, March 24, 2025 Monday, March 24, 2025 Time: 5 p.m. ET 5 p.m. ET How to watch on TV: ESPN2 ESPN2 Location: College Park, Maryland College Park, Maryland Venue: XFINITY Center XFINITY Center Spread: Alabama -1.5 Alabama -1.5 Moneylines: Alabama -111, Maryland -109 Alabama -111, Maryland -109 Total: 153.5 Watch college basketball all season long on Fubo! Alabama leaders Zaay Green: 15.9 PTS, 5.0 REB, 4.5 AST, 1.1 STL, 0.7 BLK 15.9 PTS, 5.0 REB, 4.5 AST, 1.1 STL, 0.7 BLK Sarah Ashlee Barker: 17.2 PTS, 6.3 REB, 3.9 AST, 2.0 STL, 0.8 BLK 17.2 PTS, 6.3 REB, 3.9 AST, 2.0 STL, 0.8 BLK Essence Cody: 10.9 PTS, 6.4 REB, 0.7 AST, 1.0 STL, 1.7 BLK 10.9 PTS, 6.4 REB, 0.7 AST, 1.0 STL, 1.7 BLK Karly Weathers: 7.2 PTS, 5.4 REB, 3.4 AST, 1.8 STL, 0.3 BLK 7.2 PTS, 5.4 REB, 3.4 AST, 1.8 STL, 0.3 BLK Aaliyah Nye: 15.3 PTS, 2.3 REB, 1.3 AST, 1.1 STL, 0.3 BLK Maryland leaders Kaylene Smikle: 17.8 PTS, 1.5 STL, 44.9 FG%, 36.3 3PT% (41-for-113) 17.8 PTS, 1.5 STL, 44.9 FG%, 36.3 3PT% (41-for-113) Shyanne Sellers: 14.0 PTS, 47.3 FG%, 41.8 3PT% (28-for-67) 14.0 PTS, 47.3 FG%, 41.8 3PT% (28-for-67) Christina Dalce: 8.7 PTS, 7.8 REB, 49.1 FG% 8.7 PTS, 7.8 REB, 49.1 FG% Saylor Poffenbarger: 9.4 PTS, 7.5 REB, 39.2 FG%, 30.6 3PT% (37-for-121) 9.4 PTS, 7.5 REB, 39.2 FG%, 30.6 3PT% (37-for-121) Allie Kubek: 8.7 PTS, 56.4 FG%, 28.3 3PT% (15-for-53) Alabama vs. Maryland stats breakdown The Crimson Tide are making 46.4% of their shots from the field, 5.1% higher than the Terrapins concede to opponents (41.3%). In games when Alabama shoots better than 41.3% from the field, it is 14-6 against the spread and 21-2 overall. The Terrapins make 46.5% of their shots from the field, just 8.8% more than the Crimson Tide's defensive field-goal percentage. This year Maryland is 11-13 against the spread and 21-4 overall when shooting above 37.7% from the field. The Crimson Tide and Terrapins rebound at around the same rate, with the Crimson Tide averaging 1.7 fewer rebounds per game. The Terrapins are 23rd in rebounding in the nation, and the Crimson Tide are 66th. The Crimson Tide put up 9.1 more points than the Terrapins give up (69.3). The Terrapins score 17.2 more points per game (80.0) than the Crimson Tide concede (62.8). Shop Alabama Crimson Tide basketball tickets at SeatGeek Shop Alabama Crimson Tide basketball tickets at StubHub
USA Today
22-03-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Alabama women's basketball tops Green Bay in March Madness, advances to NCAA second round
Alabama women's basketball tops Green Bay in March Madness, advances to NCAA second round The Alabama Crimson Tide were back in action Saturday afternoon for what was their most important game yet this season, facing off against the Green Bay Phoenix in the first round of the 2025 women's NCAA Tournament. Alabama's third consecutive NCAA Tournament appearance, the No. 5 seeded Crimson Tide went on to pick up a victory as well, defeating No. 12 seed Green Bay on Saturday by a final score of 81-67 in order to advance to the second round. In the win, Alabama had a pair of players score 20+ points in Aaliyah Nye and Zaay Green, who scored 23 and 22, respectively, while the Crimson Tide also shot a combined 47.8% from the field, as well as out-rebounded the Phoenix a combined 43-27. Karly Weathers also posted a double-double with 10 points and 10 rebounds, while Sarah Ashlee Barker flirted with a triple-double, adding nine points, seven rebounds, and eight assists. With the win, Alabama now advances to the second round of the NCAA Tournament where they will play the winner of No. 4 seed Maryland and No. 13 seeded Norfolk State.
Associated Press
22-03-2025
- Sport
- Associated Press
5th-seeded Alabama snaps Green Bay's 22-game winning streak with an 81-67 win
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — Aaliyah Nye scored 23 points and Zaay Green added 22 to lead fifth-seeded Alabama to an 81-67 victory over 12th-seeded Green Bay on Saturday. The Crimson Tide (24-8) ended Green Bay's 22-game winning streak and now advances to the second round to face either Maryland or Norfolk State on Monday. Maddy Schreiber scored 14 points for the Phoenix (29-6). Green Bay kept the game close through most of the first half, but the Horizon League champion allowed six straight points to end the second quarter and trailed 38-29. The Crimson Tide — who earned their highest seed since 1999 — now have a chance to achieve another March Madness breakthrough. They haven't made the Sweet 16 since 1998. Alabama pushed its lead to 13 in the third quarter. The margin was down to five early in the fourth, but Nye connected from 3-point range to help repel that Green Bay push. Takeaways Green Bay: It was another fine season for one of the nation's better mid-major programs, which kept right on rolling after longtime coach Kevin Borseth retired and was replaced by Kayla Karius. But the Phoenix didn't get enough stops to spring the upset against the Crimson Tide. Alabama: This was a good first-round test, and the Crimson Tide passed it, finishing strong in both halves. Top scorer Sarah Ashlee Barker scored just nine points, but Alabama still put up the most points by a Green Bay opponent since the Phoenix allowed 92 to Kansas State in their first game of the season. Barker did have eight assists and seven rebounds. Key stats Alabama's size advantage was noticeable — both inside and at the guard position. The Crimson Tide outscored Green Bay 40-22 in the paint and went 4 of 6 from 3-point range in the fourth quarter after they were 6 of 21 through three.
