One last ride for Nika and Aaliyah

As Geno Auriemma begins his 35th NCAA Tournament as head coach of the UConn Huskies, they’re doing it with an injury-depleted roster for the third straight year and with the knowledge that two of their senior leaders will be moving on to the next chapter in their lives.

On Thursday, Aaliyah Edwards declared for the 2024 WNBA Draft. The senior forward has proven herself to be one of the best bigs in the nation.