Rose Basketball Club wins inaugural Unrivaled championship 62-54 over Vinyl

Rose Basketball Club clinched the inaugural Unrivaled championship by defeating Vinyl BC 62-54 in a thrilling final held at Wayfair Arena in Medley, Florida. Brittney Sykes led Rose with 21 points, including the decisive free throw, while Azurá Stevens contributed significantly with 19 points and 18 rebounds. Chelsea Gray, who was named the MVP of the playoffs, added 18 points and eight assists to the victory. The championship showcased intense competition, with Vinyl's Rhyne Howard scoring a game-high 22 points. This new league, founded by WNBA stars Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart, aims to provide players with better financial opportunities without having to play overseas during the offseason. The average salary in the league is over $220,000, close to WNBA's maximum base salary, reflecting its intent to elevate women's professional basketball.