Women’s college basketball predictions: Who’s making the 2026-27 Final Four? Our experts pick

Last season gave us a new champion in the modern era when UCLA won the NCAA Tournament crown. But will the giants of the sport be back on top this season? Or will we have another breakout season? Our experts — Annie Costabile, Brian Hamilton, Chantel Jennings and Sabreena Merchant — studied the women’s college basketball landscape as the season tips off. Who will be the player of the year and freshman of the year? Any surprises? Who do they have as Final Four picks and champions? Leave your pick