Madison Booker has been a revelation for Texas women’s basketball in her first two seasons.
Booker led the Longhorns to the Elite Eight as a freshman during the 2023-24 season. As a sophomore, Booker has once again led Texas to the Final Four in a matchup against South Carolina. She had 11 points entering the fourth quarter of the national semifinal on Friday in Tampa, Florida.
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According to ESPN HoopGurlz Recruiting Rankings, Booker was the No. 12 overall player in the 2023 recruiting class and the second-rated wing.
Here’s what you need to know about Booker, her parents and her stats at Texas:
Is Madison Booker related to Carlos Booker?
Yes, Madison Booker is the daughter of former college basketball player Carlos Booker, who played for Southern Miss during the 1998-99 and 1999-2000 seasons. Booker did not play in the NBA, but did play professionally internationally.
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Madison Booker’s mother is Stephanie Booker.
Is Madison Booker related to Devin Booker?
No, Madison Booker and Phoenix Suns star Devin Booker are not related. Devin Booker’s parents are Veronica Gutierrez and Melvin Booker. Melvin Booker played in the NBA briefly from 1995 to 1997.
Madison Booker stats at Texas
Here’s a look at Booker’s stats with Texas in her first two seasons:
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2023-24: 16.5 points on 45.7% shooting, 5.0 rebounds, 5.0 assists, 1.5 steals and 0.4 blocks per game in 37 games (37 starts)
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2024-25: 16.5 points on 46.5% shooting, 6.8 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 1.6 steals and 0.5 blocks per game in 37 games (37 starts)
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Is Texas basketball star Madison Booker related to Carlos Booker?
