Sabrina Ionescu on Returning to Oregon + Lindsay Gottlieb Interview - a podcast by Pac-12 Networks

On the 12th episode of the Inside Pac-12 Women's Basketball Podcast, Pac-12 Networks' Ashley Adamson and Mary Murphy discuss Sabrina Ionescu’s return to Oregon and the implications it has for the team and for the conference next season (1:20).

Sabrina Ionescu joins the podcast (6:54) and shares what went into her decision to come back, and the surprisingly short amount of time she had to make it. Sabrina talks about breaking the news to her team and friends and the positive reactions she has received (10:40). She also discusses Kobe Bryant breaking down her game film and what that meant to her (13:47).

Sabrina talks about why her game has transcended gender lines and speaks to the celebrity attention her team has received this season (17:37). She elaborates on why she has the word ‘insurance’ written on her wristband and shares a common misconception about her (20:37). She talks about her plans this summer and reveals her favorite player to watch in the Pac-12 (24:26).

California head coach Lindsay Gottlieb calls in from the WNBA Draft (32:50) and explains why she loves the experience the Draft brings to her players. She speaks to Kristine Anigwe’s pro-readiness on offense and defense, and talks about how lucky any WNBA team will be to have her in their organization (37:09).

Lindsay and Mary also discuss some of the difficulties women’s coaches face, and explain why it’s important they get second chances at other schools (42:05). Gottlieb also responds to Notre Dame head coach Muffet McGraw’s statements at the Final Four in regards to more women being represented in the coaching ranks (43:50).

Finally, Ash and Mary talk about the Arizona Wildcats winning the WNIT in front of record crowds and why it bodes well for them going into next season (52:20).

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