No. 15 Xavier outlasts USC in OT behind Harris

Amber Harris had 19 points and 12 rebounds as Xavier (No. 15 ESPN/USA Today, No. 11 AP) defeated Southern California 81-71 in overtime Friday in both teams' season opener.

Los Angeles Sparks head coach Michael Cooper talks to players during the third quarter during Game 1 of the WNBA basketball Western Conference...

Several good openers highlight Friday's schedule

...point guard Asriel Rolfe. How will that matchup play out this season? Xavier at Southern California Michael Cooper makes his debut for USC and Amber Harris makes her return for Xavier. Musketeers freshman Katie...

LeBron vs. Wade: More than just a game

When LeBron James and Dwyane Wade take the floor, it is more than just a game.

Missouri St. 31, Indiana St. 7

Missouri St. 31, Indiana St. 7

Back to the Old School

USC is back on top with Cassie Harberts back in the Trojan recruiting class.

Lakers get championship rings then beat Clippers behind Bryant, Bynum

The Lakers opened defense of their title Tuesday night with a 99-92 victory over the Clippers.

Lakers celebrate 15th championship

The Lakers received their rings and unveiled the franchise's 15th championship banner Tuesday night in a ceremony.

Slew of great games coming our way

From season openers on Nov. 13 all the way to Championship Week, the women's college basketball schedule packs a punch in 2009-10.

A nod to 2009, a look to 2010

Before looking ahead to the college or 2010 WNBA seasons, we can't help but take one last look back at one of the most entertaining summers and WNBA Finals in league history.

Prather will help Florida's pressure D

Casey Prather's commitment gives Florida a lockdown perimeter defender from the 2010 class, writes Reggie Rankin.

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Taurasi leads Mercury back to Finals; Leslie's retirement begins

Diana Taurasi and the Phoenix Mercury are heading to the WNBA Finals, and Lisa Leslie is heading off to retirement.

Sparks' Leslie retires with no regrets

Lisa Leslie's final season fell short of adding a third WNBA championship, and the Sparks legend is content with her decision to retire. Those around her know she'll still impact the game for years to come.

Mercury dominate from start to finish

In Saturday's decisive Game 3, the Mercury's brisk pace and speed prevailed over the Sparks' pound-it-inside game. And now, Phoenix moves on to try to win the franchise's second WNBA title.

Parker, Leslie combine for 31 in first half as Sparks stay alive

Candace Parker had 24 points and 18 rebounds, Lisa Leslie scored 20 points, and the Los Angeles Sparks forced a deciding third game of the Western Conference finals with an 87-76 victory over the Phoenix Mercury on Friday night.