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ASU Hoops Reloads: Top Transfer Class Fuels Title Hopes
1 Nov
Summary
- ASU boasts the nation's fourth-ranked transfer class with eight newcomers.
- The team significantly improved its 3-point shooting with key additions.
- Home court advantage emphasized with 12 nonconference games scheduled.
Arizona State's women's basketball team is entering its second season under coach Molly Miller with heightened expectations. The program achieved a significant milestone last year, securing 24 wins and reaching the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2019. This season, the Sun Devils were projected to finish sixth in the Big 12 and received votes in national polls, indicating a rise in national recognition.
The Sun Devils have significantly strengthened their roster with the nation's fourth-ranked transfer class, which includes eight newcomers, five of whom are transfers. Notably, Tennessee transfer Ruby Whitehorn, Michigan State's Rashunda "Spider" Jones, and Central Michigan's Madi Morson provide crucial guard depth. The team also addressed a weakness from the previous season by acquiring proven 3-point shooters like Morson, Ella Ryan, and Averie Lower.
Home court will be a significant advantage during nonconference play, with twelve scheduled home games, an increase from eight last season. The Sun Devils will host Power Four opponents Penn State and Wake Forest, while also traveling to face Stanford. Key returning players include forwards McKinna Brackens, who led the team in rebounding and was second in scoring, and Heloisa Carrera. Guard Amaya Williams also returns after playing in all 35 games last season.
Conference play in the Big 12 is expected to be challenging, with ASU facing six NCAA Tournament teams and several other strong opponents. The Big 12 opener is scheduled for December 21 against Utah. Rivalry games against Arizona are set for January 30 in Tempe and February 28 in Tucson.
