The Rose BC will face-off against the Vinyl BC in the second game on Day 1 of the Unrivaled basketball tournament. Tip-off is scheduled for 8 p.m. EST on Friday, Jan. 17, with the game to be broadcast on TNT.
The Vinyl BC will be led by Dallas Wings guard Arike Ogunbowale and Indiana Fever center Aliyah Boston. It will face Rose BC, which features Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese and Las Vegas Aces guard Chelsea Gray.
Rose BC vs Vinyl BC: Team Roster and Predicted Starting Lineup for Jan. 17 | Unrivaled Tournament
Rose BC roster
The Rose basketball club boasts of a fierce and talented roster with a mix of experienced leaders and young blood. It features Chicago Sky's Angel Reese, who had an impressive rookie season with an average of 13.6 points and 13.1 rebounds per game.
The complete Rose roster is given below:
- Angel Reese (Chicago Sky)
- Chelsea Gray (Las Vegas Aces)
- Brittney Sykes (Washington Mystics)
- Kahleah Copper (Phoenix Mercury)
- Azura Stevens (LA Sparks)
- Lexie Hull (Indiana Fever)
Rose BC predicted starting lineup:
The Rose is predicted to go with the following starting lineup against the Vinyl BC:
Angel Reese (Forward), Chelsea Gray (Guard) and Brittney Sykes (Guard).
The Rose likely will start this trio because it offers a balanced mix of scoring, playmaking, size and defense. Angel Reese's dominant rebounding and post skills will be key, while Chelsea Gray brings veteran scoring and playmaking abilities. Brittney Sykes adds athleticism and a strong defensive presence.
Vinyl BC roster
The Vinyl BC are predicted to make a deep run in the tournament with their talented squad. Two-time All-Star MVP Arike Ogunbowale leads the way alongside 2023 Rookie of the Year Aliyah Boston.
The Vinyl BC complete roster is given below:
- Arike Ogunbowale (Dallas Wings)
- Aliyah Boston (Indiana Fever)
- Rhyne Howard (Atlanta Dream)
- Rae Burrell (LA Sparks)
- Jordin Canada (Atlanta Dream)
- Dearica Hamby (LA Sparks)
Vinyl predicted starting lineup
The Vinyl BC are predicted to go with the following starting three against the Roses:
Arike Ogunbowale (Guard), Aliyah Boston (Center) and Rhyne Howard (Forward/Guard).
Team Vinyl's trio offers a balanced blend of scoring, playmaking, defense and size. Arike Ogunbowale's elite scoring and playmaking abilities make her the primary threat, while Aliyah Boston's dominance in the paint and on the glass complements Rhyne Howard's versatility, forming a well-rounded trio.
Rose BC vs Vinyl BC: Depth Chart for Jan. 17 | Unrivaled Tournament
Lunar Owls BC depth chart for the Unrivaled Tournament opener:
Vinyl Basketball Club depth chart for the Unrivaled Tournament opener: