The Unrivaled 1-on-1 Tournament, presented by Sprite, is set to make history in 2025, bringing a fresh and exciting competition format to women’s basketball.
Featuring 30 elite players, the event will take place over three days-February 10, 11, and 14-with a total prize pool of $350,000.
Fans will have a say in shaping the competition, as they will vote to determine player seedings before the bracket is officially revealed in early February.
The tournament will be broadcast on TNT, truTV, and Max, ensuring widespread access for viewers.
Key Dates and full schedule
The tournament follows a single-elimination format for all rounds except the final, which will be a best-of-three series. The top two seeds in Pods A and D will receive a first-round bye.
February 10 (First Round – 14 games)
- truTV: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. ET
- TNT & truTV: 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. ET
February 11 (Second Round & Quarterfinals – 12 games)
- truTV: 7:00 – 10:00 p.m. ET
February 14 (Semi-finals & Finals – Best-of-Three Series)
- TNT & truTV: 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. ET
Prize Money Breakdown
The tournament’s $350,000 prize pool will be distributed as follows:
- Champion – $200,000
- Runner-up – $50,000
- Semi-finalists – $25,000 each
- Winner’s clubmates – $10,000 each
Competing Players and Pod Assignments
The 30 participating players have been divided into four pods, with matchups determined through fan voting.
Pod A
- Shakira Austin (Lunar Owls)
- Rae Burrell (Vinyl)
- Natasha Cloud (Phantom)
- Chelsea Gray (Rose)
- Jewell Loyd (Mist)
- Azurá Stevens (Rose)
- Alyssa Thomas (Laces)
- 8th Seed – BYE
Pod B
- Napheesa Collier (Lunar Owls)
- Tiffany Hayes (Laces)
- Rhyne Howard (Vinyl)
- Lexie Hull (Rose)
- Rickea Jackson (Mist)
- Katie Lou Samuelson (Phantom)
- Courtney Williams (Lunar Owls)
- Jackie Young (Laces)
Pod C
- Aliyah Boston (Vinyl)
- Jordin Canada (Vinyl)
- Kahleah Copper (Rose)
- Aaliyah Edwards (Mist)
- Allisha Gray (Lunar Owls)
- Marina Mabrey (Phantom)
- Kate Martin (Laces)
- Breanna Stewart (Mist)
Pod D
- DiJonai Carrington (Mist)
- Skylar Diggins-Smith (Lunar Owls)
- Dearica Hamby (Vinyl)
- Kayla McBride (Laces)
- Arike Ogunbowale (Vinyl)
- Satou Sabally (Phantom)
- Brittney Sykes (Rose)
- 8th Seed – BYE
Each pod is designed to ensure a competitive balance based on player skill, position, and potential matchups. Within the groups, fans will vote on seeding, which will determine matchups in a 1 vs. 8, 2 vs. 7, 3 vs. 6, and 4 vs. 5 format.
Tournament Rules
- All games in the First and Second Rounds, Quarterfinals, and Semi-finals will be single elimination.
- Games will be played to 11 points or 10 minutes, whichever happens first.
- Seven-second shot clock per possession.
- Make-it, take-it rule applies-if a player scores, they retain possession.
- Standard scoring applies: two-pointers count for two points, three-pointers count for three points.
- Finals will be a best-of-three series.
How to Watch the Unrivaled 1-on-1 Tournament
Fans can tune in to the action live on TNT, truTV, and Max, while Canadian viewers can watch via TSN+. YouTube Live will provide international coverage. Updates will be available throughout the season via Unrivaled Basketball’s social media channels.
With the introduction of this one-on-one tournament, Unrivaled is set to deliver an electrifying competition, showcasing elite talent in an intense, high-stakes setting.
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