In the latest episode of “What’s Napheesa Collier Up To Now?” the Lunar Owls star turned heads and ruffled some feathers—literally—when she dropped a behind-the-scenes (BTS) goldmine of selfies on Instagram. The internet barely survived the onslaught of cuteness, WNBA camaraderie, and, of course, those fresh Lunar Owls jerseys.
The post had everything: smiles, jerseys, her daughter Mila giving off MVP vibes, and a sneak peek of her husband Alex Bazzell proudly playing the role of Instagram husband. But the pièce de résistance? A selfie featuring Collier with her Owls teammates, all decked out and ready to dominate in the inaugural season of the Unrivaled league.
WNBA Stars Flood the Comments Section
As expected, the comments section turned into a WNBA reunion. Fans and players alike couldn’t resist chiming in. Cameron Brink, currently sidelined as she recovers from an ACL injury, dropped a playful “🦉🫶🏻✨,” clearly cheering for her flock from the sidelines. Allisha Gray, channeling her inner owl whisperer, added an emphatic “🦉🦉🦉🦉,” because, you know, one owl emoji just doesn’t cut it. Courtney Williams, never one to hold back, went full fan mode with “Cutiessssss,” probably speaking for everyone who saw the post.
The Countdown Begins
The buzz around the Unrivaled league, set to kick off on Jan. 17, is at an all-time high. Collier and her Owls will face the Mist Club led by none other than Breanna Stewart. The opening game, airing on TNT Sports at 7:00 PM ET, promises to be an absolute spectacle. Get your popcorn ready, folks—this isn’t just basketball; it’s history in the making.
Collier’s team boasts a star-studded lineup, including Courtney Williams, Skylar Diggins-Smith, Allisha Gray, and Shakira Austin. Meanwhile, Stewart’s Mist Club is ready to rain buckets. This isn’t just a clash of teams—it’s a clash of titans, and we’re here for every second of it.
The Dynamic Duo That Built Unrivaled
Collier and Stewart aren’t just rivals on the court; they’re also co-founders of the Unrivaled league. What started as a conversation between two WNBA superstars in 2023 blossomed into a $35 million idea. While Stewart is all about dominating the paint, Collier’s vision for women’s sports has been just as unstoppable.
In a recent interview with Bleacher Report, Collier spilled the tea on teaming up with Stewart:
“Coming together for something bigger than us has been amazing. Women’s sports are exploding, but we both know it can grow even more. Working with Stewie the past couple of years on this has been super rewarding.”
The idea of two fierce competitors joining forces might sound like the plot of a feel-good sports movie, but for Collier and Stewart, it’s all about leveling up the game.
Mark Your Calendars
As the inaugural season of Unrivaled tips off, one thing is clear: this isn’t your average basketball league. It’s a bold new chapter in women’s sports. Whether you’re rooting for Collier’s Lunar Owls, Stewart’s Mist Club, or just there for the drama, Jan. 17 is a date you don’t want to miss.
And if you’re wondering, yes, the jerseys look even better in motion. Let the games—and the memes—begin.
