Yashika Dutta is an NBA writer at EssentiallySports who actively covers NCAA Division 1 basketball. With more than two years of content creation experience, she showcased her journalistic skills by covering the 2023 Big Ten Volleyball Championships and the 2023 NCAA Division 1 Women’s Volleyball Championships before shifting to the thrilling world of the NBA. As a former state-level basketball player, Yashika brings her dynamic energy to the NBA team. Basketball isn't just a subject of her journalistic endeavors; it's a passion deeply ingrained in her past. From Caitlin Clark to JuJu Watkins, she covers the budding superstars in college basketball, keeping a keen eye on their futures.
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Caitlin Clark Has Found an Omnipresent Teammate at Indiana Fever as National Analyst Left Stunned by New Additions
Five players are battling for the final spot on the Fever’s 2025 roster as training camp heats up. Here's what you need to know!
Paige Bueckers’ Dream Remains Unfulfilled as Dallas Wings Rookie Makes Honest Admission on Diana Taurasi
Paige Bueckers may never fullfill her dream with WNBA legend, but there's a thing she can surely do. Here's how!
Everything Is Changing inside Chicago’s Locker Room as Kamilla Cardoso and Angel Reese Are on Exact Same Page About Tyler Marsh
Once bitter rivals, Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso are marching under the shadow of someone who isn't trying to change them.
Aaliyah Edwards Has No Plans to Replicate Unrivaled 1v1s in WNBA as She is On the Same Page With Angel Reese About $35M Project
Angel Reese and Aaliyah Edwards used the Unrivaled league not just to showcase talent, but to gain confidence. Here's how!
Dawn Staley’s Pupil Put 144 WNBA players on Alert as She Makes Feelings Clear About Transition from College Basketball
The 2025 WNBA draft 18th overall pick is ready to challenge even the biggest vets. Here's how she is planning and preparing.
Angel Reese Draws Strength from Napheesa Collier’s $35M Project as Chicago Star Sets Clear Goals Ahead of WNBA Season
Angel Reese's transformative journey in *Unrivaled* saw her overcome early doubts, but she's not satisfied yet. Here's why!
Angel Reese Moves On Quickly and Gives Bold Take on Chicago Coach as Tyler Marsh’s Demand Yet to be Fulfilled
Angel Reese has moved on from the heartbreak but a major challenge still lies ahead. Here's everything you need to know!
Kamilla Cardoso Throws Shade at Angel Reese’s Past with a Reality Check as Chicago Prepares for Pre-Season Game at LSU Home
The Chicago Sky, fueled by rising stars and veteran power, are ready to make a bold statement in the 2025 WNBA season under new leadership.
Misery To Continue For Former WNBA Champs As National Analyst Benches Caitlin Clark’s Successor
The Washington Mystics are embracing a youth-driven rebuild under new leadership, but the path wont be easy for Sonia Citron and co.
Caitlin Clark & Co. Has a Clear Privilege that Put them in a Better Position than Napheesa Collier’s Minnesota, Per National Analyst
Caitlin Clark and Indiana Fever has got more chances to win championship title as compared to Minnesota Lynx. Here's how?
Lexie Hull Trolled Caitlin Clark with Hilarious Contact Photo as Fever Star Brings Engagement Surprise
Caitlin Clark's growing friendship reached a heartwarming peak with the engagement celebration, but the situation is taking another turn!
Paige Bueckers Clears the Air on Her Rumored Dislike for Dallas as GM Curt Miller Reveals Geno Auriemma’s Involvement
Paige Bueckers' emotional journey from UConn to becoming the Dallas Wings’ No. 1 pick. Everything was planned!
