Aliyah Boston: Indiana Fever star in WNBA who played for South Carolina women's basketball

Jun 10, 2024; Uncasville, Connecticut, USA; Indiana Fever forward Aliyah Boston (7) and guard Caitlin Clark (22) react after a basket against the Connecticut Sun in the first quarter at Mohegan Sun Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

South Carolina forward Aliyah Boston (4) poses with the NCAA championship trophy after beating Maryland in the NCAA Women's Elite Eight Basketball Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, S.C. Monday, March 27, 2023.

Indiana Fever forward Aliyah Boston (7) talks before shooting a free throw on Sunday June 16, 2024, during the game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Fever beat the Sky 91-83.

Indiana Fever forward Aliyah Boston (7) rushes in for a lay-up against Atlanta Dream center Tina Charles (31) on Thursday, June 13, 2024, during the game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.

U.S. national team's Aliyah Boston (30) tries to get around Tennessee's Karoline Striplin (11) during an exhibition basketball game on Sunday, November 5, 2023 In Knoxville, Tenn.

South Carolina forward Aliyah Boston (4) celebrates by cutting down the net after a 86-75 win over Maryland after the Elite Eight NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament game at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, S.C. Monday, March 27, 2023.

The Indiana Fever's Aliyah Boston (7) grabs the ball during a game between the Indiana Fever and the Seattle Storm on Sunday, July 30, 2023, at Grainbrdge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.

Indiana Fever forward-center Aliyah Boston runs down court after scoring against the Connecticut Sun on Friday, May 19, 2023 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Connecticut Sun defeated the Indiana Fever 70-61.

South Carolina forward Aliyah Boston (4) during the first quarter of the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, S.C. Saturday, March 25, 2023.

Apr 10, 2023; New York, NY, USA; Aliyah Boston poses for a photo with WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert after being drafted first overall by the Indiana Fever during WNBA Draft 2023 at Spring Studio.

Mar 31, 2023; Dallas, TX, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks forward Aliyah Boston (4) battles with the ball against Iowa Hawkeyes forward McKenna Warnock (14) in the second half in semifinals of the women's Final Four of the 2023 NCAA Tournament at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

South Carolina forward Aliyah Boston (4) battles for the ball against Maryland guard Faith Masonius (13) during the NCAA Women's Elite Eight Basketball Tournament against Maryland at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, S.C. Monday, March 27, 2023.

South Carolina's Kamilla Cardoso (10) and Aliyah Boston (4) during the second half of the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena against UCLA in Greenville, S.C. Saturday, March 25, 2023.

South Carolina forward Aliyah Boston (4) dribbles near UCLA forward Lina Sontag (21) during the second quarter of the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, S.C. Saturday, March 25, 2023.

Mar 19, 2023; Columbia, SC, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks forward Aliyah Boston (4) looks to shoot over South Florida Bulls forward Dulcy Fankam Mendjiadeu (32) in the first half at Colonial Life Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 17, 2023; Columbia, SC, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks forward Aliyah Boston (4) is guarded by Norfolk State Spartans forward Skye Robinson (13) and guard Da’naijah Williams (24) in the first half in the first round of the 2023 NCAA Division 1 women’s basketball tournament at Colonial Life Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-USA TODAY Sports

South Carolina forward Aliyah Boston (4) holds the SEC Championship trophy after the SEC Women's Basketball Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, S.C. Sunday, March 5, 2023. South Carolina won 74-58.

Holly Rowe, left, interviews Most Outstanding Player South Carolina forward Aliyah Boston (4) after the SEC Women's Basketball Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, S.C. Sunday, March 5, 2023. South Carolina won 74-58.

South Carolina forward Aliyah Boston (4) looks to shoot near Tennessee forward Rickea Jackson (2) during the second quarter of the SEC Women's Basketball Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, S.C. Sunday, March 5, 2023.

South Carolina forward Aliyah Boston (4) defends University of Mississippi forward Madison Scott (24) during the fourth quarter of the SEC Women's Basketball Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, S.C. Saturday, March 4, 2023.

South Carolina forward Aliyah Boston (4) celebrates scoring with teammate South Carolina guard Raven Johnson (25) against Tennessee during the first quarter of the SEC Women's Basketball Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, S.C. Sunday, March 5, 2023.

South Carolina forward Aliyah Boston (4) shoots near Arkansas forward Erin Barnum (4) during the first quarter of the SEC Women's Basketball Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, S.C. Friday, March 3, 2023.

Feb 26, 2023; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks forward Aliyah Boston (4) is introduced before the game against the Georgia Lady Bulldogs at Colonial Life Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 12, 2023; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks forward Aliyah Boston (4) waves to the crowd after their win over the LSU Lady Tigers at Colonial Life Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 12, 2023; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks forward Aliyah Boston (4) celebrates a play against the LSU Lady Tigers in the first half at Colonial Life Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 12, 2023; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks forward Aliyah Boston (4) high fives fans after their win over the LSU Lady Tigers at Colonial Life Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 2, 2023; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks forward Aliyah Boston (4) drives around Kentucky Wildcats forward Ajae Petty (13) in the first half at Colonial Life Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 15, 2023; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks forward Aliyah Boston (4) drives against the Missouri Tigers in the first half at Colonial Life Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-USA TODAY Sports

Nov 20, 2022; Stanford, California, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks forward Aliyah Boston (4) dribbles against the Stanford Cardinal during the fourth quarter at Maples Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 29, 2022; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks forward Aliyah Boston (4) drives around Texas A&M Aggies guard Sahara Jones (24) in the first half at Colonial Life Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2023; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks forward Aliyah Boston (4) grabs a rebound against the Auburn Tigers in the second half at Colonial Life Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-USA TODAY Sports

Nov 20, 2022; Stanford, California, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks forward Aliyah Boston (4) greets Stanford Cardinal forward Cameron Brink (22) after the game at Maples Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports

Nov 20, 2022; Stanford, California, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks forward Aliyah Boston (4) fouls Stanford Cardinal guard Talana Lepolo (10) during the first quarter at Maples Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports

Nov 20, 2022; Stanford, California, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks forward Aliyah Boston (4) handles the ball against Stanford Cardinal forward Ashten Prechtel (11) during the third quarter at Maples Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports

South Carolina star Aliyah Boston celebrates after leading the Gamecocks to a national championship.

Apr 13, 2022; Columbia, SC, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks forward Aliyah Boston (4) speaks during the womenÕs basketball teamÕs championship parade. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 6, 2022; Nashville, TN, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks forward Aliyah Boston (4) grabs a rebound during the first half against the Kentucky Wildcats at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports

South Carolina forward Aliyah Boston (4) blocks a shot by Arkansas guard Samara Spencer (2) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game at the women’s Southeastern Conference tournament, Friday, March 4, 2022, in Nashville, Tenn.

South Carolina forward Aliyah Boston (4) and guard Destanni Henderson, right, celebrate a basket during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Arkansas at the women’s Southeastern Conference tournament, Friday, March 4, 2022, in Nashville, Tenn. South Carolina won 76-54.

Feb 20, 2022; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks forward Aliyah Boston (4) drives against the Tennessee Lady Vols in the first half at Colonial Life Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 25, 2021; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks forward Aliyah Boston (4) waves to fans following their win over the Ole Miss Rebels at Colonial Life Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2021; Greenville, SC, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks forward Aliyah Boston (4) goes up to shoot against the Georgia Lady Bulldogs during the first half in the SEC Conference Championship at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dawson Powers-USA TODAY Sports

South Carolina's Aliyah Boston (4) looks to pass during a basketball game between the Lady Vols and the South Carolina Gamecocks at Thompson-Boling Arena in Knoxville, Tenn., on Thursday, February 18, 2021.