Sabrina Ionescu

Sabrina Ionescu is an American professional basketball player, born on December 6, 1997, in Walnut Creek, California. She is widely regarded as one of the most versatile players in women's basketball. Ionescu began her professional career with the New York Liberty in 2020, after a standout collegiate career at the University of Oregon, where she was a three-time consensus All-American.

Ionescu is known for her incredible court vision, scoring ability, and rebounding skills as a guard. She has won numerous individual awards, including the John R. Wooden Award, and holds multiple records, such as the NCAA record for triple-doubles.

Off the court, Ionescu is also recognized for her advocacy and influence, pushing for gender equality in sports and inspiring young athletes worldwide.

University of Oregon

• Collegiate Career: Ionescu was born and raised in California and joined the Oregon Ducks for her collegiate career. She led the Ducks to their first Final Four in 2019 and became the NCAA all-time leader in triple-doubles.

New York Liberty

• Early Success: Ionescu was selected as the first overall pick in the 2020 WNBA Draft by the New York Liberty. Despite an injury-riddled rookie season, she has shown flashes of her potential and is seen as the future face of the franchise.

USA National Team

• Debut: Made her debut for the USA National Team in 2018.

Achievements:

• FIBA World Cup: Gold medalist in 2018.
• Ionescu has represented the USA at various levels and is expected to be a key player for the national team in the years to come.

• Position: Primarily a point guard, but also excels as a shooting guard.
• Skills: Known for her superb court vision, scoring ability, and rebounding prowess for a guard. Ionescu is celebrated for her versatility, clutch performances, and leadership ability.

• Family: Ionescu has a twin brother, Eddy, who also played college basketball. She is of Romanian descent.
• Advocacy: Ionescu is a prominent advocate for gender equality in sports and has spoken out about the need for fair pay and treatment for female athletes.

• Sabrina Ionescu is celebrated not only for her extraordinary talent and numerous records but also for her activism and determination in pushing for gender equality in sports. Her impact on the game and her status as a role model extend beyond the court, inspiring young athletes around the world.

Most Triple-Doubles in NCAA History:

• 26 triple-doubles

John R. Wooden Award:

• Winner in 2020

Nancy Lieberman Award:

• Winner in 2018, 2019, and 2020

Most assists in a single season in Oregon history:

• 284 assists in the 2019-20 season

Books

• Skinner, J. (2020) Sabrina Ionescu: Basketball's Rising Star. New York: SportsZone.

Websites

• WNBA: Information about Sabrina Ionescu’s career and achievements. Available at: https://www.wnba.com
• New York Liberty: Details about Ionescu’s career at New York Liberty. Available at: https://liberty.wnba.com
• University of Oregon: Updates and records of Ionescu in NCAA competitions. Available at: https://goducks.com

Articles

• ESPN: Sabrina Ionescu: Career in numbers. Available at: https://www.espn.com/womens-college-basketball/story/_/id/28948080
• The Guardian: Sabrina Ionescu’s career highlights and records. Available at: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/sabrina-ionescu

Interviews and Documentaries

• Sabrina Ionescu (2020): Directed by ESPN. This documentary provides a detailed look at Ionescu’s life and career, featuring interviews with her family, friends, and teammates.
• ESPN Interviews: Various interviews and features on Sabrina Ionescu, covering different aspects of her career. Available at: https://www.espn.com