During a recent move to a new apartment, I faced the inconvenience of using a mobile hotspot to maintain my internet connection. My primary challenge was convincing Verizon of the existence of my third-floor apartment, an issue that delayed the installation of permanent internet service for several weeks. Now that internet is finally installed, I’ve had a chance to dive back into the world of basketball.
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With the hassle of my internet connection resolved, I’ve been able to immerse myself in the latest basketball happenings. Here’s a recap of my insights over the past 24 hours:
“Why is NC State Ranked No. 2?”
The Wolfpack’s recent losses to LSU and Cal, coupled with their only notable victories against Duke and TCU, make their No. 2 seed rank questionable. It prompts a reevaluation of their current form and future prospects.
“Is Any Team in the Big 12 Actually Competitive?”
The Big 12 conference faces challenges with Oklahoma State’s loss to BYU, Kansas State’s crushing defeat by Oklahoma State, TCU’s loss to Kansas State, and Oklahoma State’s embarrassing performance against West Virginia, recently defeated by Baylor and TCU.
“JuJu Watkins’ Remarkable Week”
JuJu Watkins dominated a game against a top-ranked team with 38 points, 11 rebounds, five assists, and eight blocks. Our scouting team is discussing the potential career paths for Watkins, whose range of WNBA outcomes currently places her at the level of Maya Moore, with a fantasy value as high as LeBron James in certain scenarios.
“Mikayla Blakes’ Record-Breaking Game”
Mikayla Blakes scored an astonishing 53 points in a game against Florida. This performance is as impressive as it is surprising, indicating her strength and consistency as a player.
“Georgia Amoore’s Impressive Game”
Georgia Amoore also put up a strong showing with 43 points against Oklahoma, proving her ability to score and contribute significantly to her team’s success.
“Stanford’s Poor Performance”
Stanford’s worst defeat in 42 years, a double-digit loss to Notre Dame, highlights the team’s current struggles and raises questions about their future success.
“Olivia Miles and Hannah Hidalgo’s Continued Success”
Both Olivia Miles and Hannah Hidalgo have shown remarkable consistency, with combined three-point shooting averaging almost five per game. According to The Next’s scouting scale, Miles is a 70 FV and Hidalgo an 80 FV, indicating strong potential for success in the WNBA.
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“Why is Sedona Prince Still Playing College Basketball?”
Sedona Prince has been involved in a series of incidents related to accusations of abuse. In a recent case, she and an ex-girlfriend allegedly called the police over a physical altercation at her home. These allegations extend back to 2019, with multiple ex-partners speaking out about severe intimate partner abuse.
Despite these serious allegations, Prince has continued to play college basketball, with none of her three schools suspending her for an investigation.
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