Las Vegas, NV – The 2025 WNBA Finals are set to begin today as the Phoenix Mercury face off against the Las Vegas Aces at 8 p.m. ET. Fans are excited as both teams feature several players who made a significant impact during their college basketball careers.
Notably, the Finals are spotlighting stars like Jewell Loyd, who played at Notre Dame from 2012 to 2015. Loyd, a two-time AP All-American, left her mark as a dominant guard and ranks fifth on Notre Dame’s all-time scoring list. Joining her is Jackie Young, also from Notre Dame, who was an AP Third Team All-American, contributing to the Fighting Irish’s national championship in 2018. Both will now showcase their skills in the professional league.
The Aces also boast talented players like A’ja Wilson, a standout at South Carolina. Wilson not only led her college team to a national title in 2017 but also holds the title of the program’s all-time leader in points and blocks. Her three-time SEC Player of the Year accolades highlight her influence and prowess on the court.
Other former college stars include Kiana Williams from Stanford, who won an AP All-American title and led her team to a national championship in 2021, and NaLyssa Smith from Baylor, the 2022 Big 12 Player of the Year.
The rosters of both teams feature talented players who have achieved tremendous success in college basketball. The connection between their college performances and current professional achievements creates a captivating storyline for the Finals.
As the WNBA’s biggest stage lights up, fans are looking forward to a thrilling battle as these college legends aim to claim the championship title!
