Mist BC is poised for a dramatic turnaround in the second season of Unrivaled, and it all hinges on one bold move: a completely revamped roster built around a dynamic guard duo. But here’s where it gets intriguing—this isn’t just any duo; it’s Allisha Gray and Veronica Burton, fresh off a gold medal-winning performance with Team USA at the 3x3 AmeriCup. Could this be the game-changing boost Mist BC desperately needs after missing the playoffs last season? Let’s dive in.
Unrivaled’s second season brought seismic shifts to team rosters (as detailed in this analysis), and Mist BC was no exception. With only Breanna Stewart retained from last season—a consequence of their playoff absence—the team has been rebuilt from the ground up. Rickea Jackson, Aaliyah Edwards, and other key players have moved on, leaving Stewart as the lone anchor of a squad that now includes Arike Ogunbowale, Alanna Smith, Li Yueru, and, of course, Gray and Burton.
But is this overhaul a blessing in disguise? After a lackluster 2025 season, Mist BC needed a fresh start. The new roster brings a potent mix of defensive prowess, scoring ability, and star power. And this is the part most people miss: Gray and Burton’s chemistry from the 3x3 AmeriCup could be the secret weapon Mist BC needs to hit the ground running.
At the AmeriCup, Gray and Burton, alongside Shakira Austin and Naz Hillmon, dominated the tournament without a single loss. They breezed past Brazil, Jamaica, Argentina, the Dominican Republic, and even Canada in the finals, where they secured a 21-19 victory. Gray’s clutch nine-point performance in the finals earned her the MVP title, while Burton’s sharpshooting added 23 points to the team’s tally. All four players finished in the tournament’s top ten scorers—a testament to their collective firepower.
But here’s the controversial question: Can their 3x3 success translate to Unrivaled’s unique format? While 3x3 basketball is played in a half-court setting with a 12-second shot clock and a scoring system that awards two points for long-range shots, Unrivaled’s version is a full-court, fast-paced game with two baskets and fewer restrictions. The court is smaller than a standard WNBA court, emphasizing speed and transitions—elements largely absent in 3x3.
However, once the game slows down and teams settle into half-court offense, the principles of spacing, ball movement, and defensive coordination remain crucial. Gray and Burton have already proven they can excel in this environment, and their shared experience could give Mist BC a head start in building team cohesion.
So, will this guard duo be the catalyst Mist BC needs to rise from the ashes? Or will the differences between 3x3 and Unrivaled’s format prove too significant? One thing’s for sure: Mist BC’s second season is shaping up to be far more exciting than their first. What do you think? Can Gray and Burton’s chemistry carry over, or is Unrivaled a whole new ball game? Let us know in the comments!
