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Ojus Verma is a College Basketball and WNBA author at EssentiallySports. As head of the Analysis Desk and a former player with 13 years of experience, he specializes in decoding tactics, player development, and the evolution of rivalries shaping the game. Ojus’ coverage of the Caitlin Clark-Angel Reese saga, dating back to their college days, has earned recognition for its balance of insight and context.

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Prayers Pour In for WNBA Star Rickea Jackson After Alleged Vehicle Ramming Leads to Felony Arrest of NFL Rookie

After James Pearce Jr.’s felony arrest in Miami, WNBA fans unite in support of Sparks forward Rickea Jackson amid an ongoing investigation.

South Carolina Announces Ta’Niya Latson Injury Report 18 Hours Before Tennessee Game

With Ta’Niya Latson and Tessa Johnson off the injury report, South Carolina enters its clash against No. 19 Tennessee near full strength.

Seth Trimble Sparks Pandemonium as UNC Ends 25-Year Drought vs. Jon Scheyer’s Duke

Seth Trimble’s clutch three capped North Carolina’s 13-point comeback, its largest vs. Duke in 25 years, as fans stormed the court twice.

WNBA Sources Warn 2026 Season Could Be in Jeopardy Amid CBA Stalemate & Free Agency Chaos

As the WNBA and WNBPA remain far apart, growing concerns suggest the 2026 season could face delays if a new CBA is not finalized soon.

Rick Pitino’s Locker Room Message Pays Off As St. John’s Ends Dan Hurley, UConn’s 18-Game Streak

Rick Pitino reveals the powerful locker room message that helped St. John’s snap UConn’s 18-game winning streak at Madison Square Garden.

WNBA Owner’s Caitlin Clark Claim Resurfaces After $1.3M CBA Announcement

With players demanding 30% revenue share and the league countering with a $1.3M offer, New York Liberty owner opens up about the Caitlin Clark impact.

Mick Cronin Keeps Door Open for Amari Bailey’s NBA-to-UCLA Return With 30-Second Message

Mick Cronin opens up about Amari Bailey’s potential NCAA return as the former UCLA guard explores eligibility despite playing in the NBA.

Alabama HC Nate Oats Vows To Keep Charles Bediako on Scholarship Even if He Can’t Play

Nate Oats vows to keep Charles Bediako on scholarship regardless of the court’s ruling on his NCAA eligibility ahead of the Auburn matchup.

Jan Jensen Left Disappointed As Iowa Locker Room Weakness Helps Minnesota End 23-Year Curse

Jan Jensen voiced frustration after Iowa’s defensive lapses and shifting mindset helped Minnesota secure a historic Top-10 road win.

Seattle Storm Announce Major Decision on Gabby Williams on Thursday

Seattle Storm star Gabby Williams earned major recognition after a great season as the WNBA navigates uncertainty.

HC Dawn Staley Issues Injury Update on Tessa Johnson After 88–45 Win vs Mississippi State

Dawn Staley provided an update on Tessa Johnson after the Gamecocks guard sat out the second half in an 88–45 win over Mississippi State.

Why Are Ta’Niya Latson, Agot Makeer Not Playing vs MS? Everything We Know

Ta’Niya Latson and Agot Makeer are out vs Mississippi State, forcing South Carolina and Dawn Staley to reshuffle the lineup once again.
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