The No. 1 overall pick in the 2020 WNBA Draft and a reigning champion with the New York Liberty, just earned a major pop culture moment on national TV.
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In a recent episode of Jeopardy!, contestants selected a clue in the category “The Winning Shot” for $1,000.
The clue read: “This star of Romanian heritage hit from near the center court logo to put the New York Liberty up a game in the 2024 WNBA Finals.”
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Without hesitation, one contestant correctly answered: “Who is Sabrina Ionescu?”
Sabrina Ionescu is a Jeopardy question ✨
— Women’s Hoops Network (@WomensHoops_USA) June 6, 2025
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The moment was brief—but powerful. It’s another sign of Ionescu’s growing influence and a clear nod to the rising visibility of women’s sports. When a WNBA Finals moment becomes a Jeopardy! clue, you know it’s officially iconic.