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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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Eyewitness Confirms Drastic Shift in Mark Pope’s Mood as Kentucky Fights for Sweet 16 Spot Against Illinois

Mark Pope shows a positive sign as Kentucky took control against Illinois, pushing for a Sweet 16 spot. Here's what happened!

Vanderbilt Star Hits Transfer Portal Minutes After March Madness Exit, Leaving the NCAA World in Disbelief

Vanderbilt star's sudden entry into the transfer portal after team's NCAA Tournament exit sparked mixed reactions. here's why!

NCAA Script Too Good for Hailey Van Lith as Fans Await Long-Awaited Revenge Game

As Hailey Van Lith and co. comes up to face Louisville in second round of NCAA tournament, fans comes up speculating. Here's why!

Calls Mount Against CBS’ Jalen Rose as Fans Share Displeasure With “Weak” NCAA Tournament Commentary

Fans are calling out Jalen Rose’s NCAA Tournament commentary questioning his on-air phrases and overall fit in the broadcast team.

What Happened to Olivia Miles? Notre Dame HC Niele Ivey Delivers Crucial Update After Star Guard’s First-Round Injury Scare

Notre Dame's tournament hopes hinge on Olivia Miles' health as they face a resilient Michigan squad. But, head coach has an update!

“Playing Like an Uncivilized Tribe”: College Basketball Community in Disbelief as McNeese Pulls Off Stunning March Madness Upset

Despite losing against No. 12 seeded McNeese, No. 5 seeded Clemson isn't the one fans are talking about. Here's why!

Bruce Pearl Shows No Respect to 11 Auburn Players as He Makes Honest Admission on Second Round Creighton Game

Auburn won big, but Bruce Pearl's blunt honesty reveals they’ll need to be much sharper to survive March Madness. Here's why!

Duke Becomes the Victim as Calls Mount Against ACC After Shocking Double Elimination in March Madness

Duke faces the heat and ACC teams meet gruelling fate in the round 1 of the March Madness. Blue Devils to shoulder the weight

College Basketball Community Feels Betrayed as Creighton Wrecks Brackets by Shocking Louisville in March Madness

Creighton stuns Louisville with a dominant first-round upset, exposing the Cardinals' defensive woes and leaving fans buzzing. Here's how it happened!

Former ESPN Affiliate Blows the Whistle After Their Exploitation of Caitlin Clark

ESPN's former affiliate gives away secret sauce for ESPN's views attraction on youtube amid their controversial take for Caitlin Clark.

Calls Mount to Fire Rodney Terry After March Madness Exit as Insider Reveals Texas Longhorns’ Stance

As Texas Longhorns end their March madness journey, fans fire back at the head coach holding him responsible. here's why?

Tears & Standing Ovation Unload at March Madness as Helpless American University Star Gets Taken Off the Court

Despite having rejected multiple lucrative offers for a dream, American University's standout losses on long-term dream. Here's how!
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