If there were any who still doubted Nashville’s ability to bring crowds to women’s professional basketball games, the opening night of Athletes Unlimited Pro Basketball should put them at ease. The crowd was ecstatic throughout both games and the stands were filled with fans who didn’t hold back with cheers, boos and even a few dance moves.
Triples fly for Team Westbrook
The first game between Team Westbrook and Team Bell—captained by Evina Westbrook and Kierstan Bell, respectively—was an easy victory for the former. Behind Kia Nurse, who clocked 23 points, and Crystal Bradford, Team Westbrook dominated from the very beginning to the very end.
Team Westbrook took a massive 27-7 lead within the first seven minutes of play, aided by Nurse’s efforts as well as by Bradford, who earned a double-double with 18 points and 10 rebounds. In a lot of ways, Bradford stole the show, hitting several 3s and electrifying the crowd with her relentless athleticism and energy.
Team Westbrook easily won each quarter, netting 60 points each time and ultimately ending the game with a 114-72 victory. The team earned the most points by any bunch in AU Pro Basketball opening night history, and also knocked back the most triples in opening night history. Nurse earned MVP 1, followed…
