In Phoenix for the 2026 Final Four, the University of Connecticut (UConn) women's basketball team is motivated by the legacy of Diana Taurasi, who played for UConn from 2002 to 2004. The street outside their hotel, 7489 Taurasi Way, honors her after she set the WNBA all-time scoring record in 2017. UConn, aiming for an undefeated national championship, will face South Carolina on Friday. Coach Geno Auriemma praised Taurasi as possibly the greatest player in college basketball history, noting her significant impact on the current team. The Huskies, who enjoyed a smoother travel schedule this year due to a new rule providing extra rest for the top seed, are excited about their chances. With both UConn's men's and women's teams in the Final Four, the program seeks its third dual national championship, a feat last accomplished in 2004. Players express admiration for Taurasi, emphasizing her role in paving the way for future generations.