Yolanda Evette Griffith (born March 1, 1970 in Chicago, Illinois) is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Sacramento Monarchs of the WNBA. She is sometimes called by her nicknames: "Yo" and "Yo-Yo".

High School and College

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She attended George Washington Carver High School in the Chicago area. In her senior year (1988-1989), she was named in Parade Magazine's All-American basketball team.

She was offered a scholarship to play for the women's basketball team at the University of Iowa, but had to cancel it after she give birth to her daughter, Candace.

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The Table Brought a Whole Lot to D’Antoni
Fri, 16 May 2008 04:50:19 -0000
The defiance, contrarian nature and competitive fire of the new Knicks coach is rooted in atmosphere of the kitchen table of his youth, where debates were lively and opinions mandatory.
Spurs 99, Hornets 80: Hornets Fall on Road but Have Shot at Home
Fri, 16 May 2008 04:49:37 -0000
The defending N.B.A. champion Spurs forced a Game 7 in a series in which the home team has won every game by at least 11 points.
No Nets Arena Yet, but Suites Are on Sale
Fri, 16 May 2008 03:31:24 -0000
The effort to sell the luxury suites at the Nets’ proposed — and long-delayed — arena near downtown Brooklyn began Thursday with the opening of a showroom in Manhattan.
Lakers 111, Jazz 104: Bryant’s Back Holds Up, Just Enough
Thu, 15 May 2008 17:56:16 -0000
For Kobe Bryant, 26 points on 10 shots was sufficient on a night in which his supporting cast stepped in to share the scoring load.
D’Antoni Wants to Win, but He’s Also Realistic
Thu, 15 May 2008 08:32:50 -0000
The Knicks are eschewing quick fixes, knowing that if they retain a few solid players and add one superstar in the summer of 2010, they could become contenders.
N.B.A. Roundup: Celtics Continue Their Winning Ways at Home
Thu, 15 May 2008 05:50:28 -0000
The Celtics beat the visiting Cavaliers, 96-89, on Wednesday night to move to a win from the Eastern Conference finals.

SI.com - NBA

Barkley says he'll repay debt after felony threat
Thu, 15 May 2008 17:37:49 -0400
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Rodman formally charged after hotel incident
Thu, 15 May 2008 23:03:37 -0400
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Rockets' Mutombo, 42, not ready for retirement
Thu, 15 May 2008 21:42:14 -0400
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Kirilenko misses practice because of travel visa
Thu, 15 May 2008 20:07:12 -0400
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Cavaliers lose sharpshooter Gibson for Game 6
Thu, 15 May 2008 14:47:01 -0400
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Pistons' Billups ready for Game 1 of East finals
Thu, 15 May 2008 22:41:11 -0400
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Stein: Spurs knew Hornets would be trouble
Marc Stein Thu, 15 May 2008 17:36:46 -0700
While the Hornets continue to shock the world, the Spurs are not surprised by their opponent's success, writes Marc Stein.
Pistons assistant Porter interviews for Suns' job
Marc Stein Thu, 15 May 2008 21:05:42 -0700
The Phoenix Suns have begun their coaching search in earnest by interviewing Detroit Pistons assistant coach Terry Porter.
Lost for Game 6: Cavs' Gibson separates shoulder
Associated Press Thu, 15 May 2008 15:04:47 -0700
Cavaliers guard Daniel Gibson has a separated left shoulder and will miss Cleveland's Game 6 against the Boston Celtics.

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