"This litttt": Te-Hina Paopao, Raven Johnson and fans react as MiLaysia Fulwiley poses with Arike Ogunbowale

MiLaysia Fulwiley and Arike Ogunbowale delighted their fans when they linked up following South Carolina's 85-52 win over the TCU Horned Frogs on Sunday. The two basketball stars posed together for photos, which Fulwiley posted on her Instagram account.

Fulwiley wrote, "Red Bull fam pulled up to the game yesterday!" in her post. Red Bull signed sponsorship deals with both Fulwiley and Ogunbowale, showing the company's growing commitment to supporting women's basketball. Fulwiley is Red Bull's first NIL signee, with the South Carolina star securing a multi-year deal back in March.

Te-Hina Paopao and Raven Johnson were excited to see their South Carolina teammate link up with the WNBA star after the game. Paopao wrote "this littttt" while Johnson replied to Fulwiley's post with two fire emojis. Ogunbowale also commented "young killa!"

Te-Hina Paopao and Raven Johnson react to MiLaysia Fulwiley posting her photos with Arike Ogunbowale on Instagram. Source: Instagram/@laywitdabutter

Here are some other reactions:

"That's a MEAN backcourt!" one fan wrote.

"Imagine Lay playing with Arike in the W together," another fan replied.

"That's a good mentor for you gang," another user chimed in.

"Unstoppable duo," one fan claimed.

"Two of the best at their levels," another fan said.

Ogunbowale currently plays for the Dallas Wings in the WNBA. She had a stellar 2024 season, averaging 22.2 points, 5.1 assists, 4.6 rebounds and 2.1 steals per game.

Arike Ogunbowale (#24) of the Dallas Wings brings the ball up the court during the first half against the Minnesota Lynx at College Park Center on August 30, 2024 in Arlington, Texas. Photo: Getty

MiLaysia Fulwiley leads South Carolina past TCU in battle of top-10 teams

Fulwiley dazzled for the Gamecocks in the win over the Horned Frogs. She provided the firepower off the bench, recording a team-high 20 points. She shot 8-for-15 from the field, including 1-of-3 from beyond the arc. Fulwiley has been a vital cog for South Carolina, averaging 10.9 points per game this season.

South Carolina Gamecocks guard MiLaysia Fulwiley (#12) reacts with teammates after scoring a basket against the TCU Horned Frogs during the second half at Dickies Arena. Photo: Imagn

Johnson and Paopao also delivered for South Carolina, combining for 22 points. Johnson finished the game with 11 points, three rebounds and three assists. Paopao also scored 11 points on 5-of-9 shooting.

The Gamecocks have regained their mojo following their loss to UCLA, winning four in a row to improve their overall record to 9-1.