Height isn't a requirement to play professional basketball, but it does increase your chances, whether it's playing in the WNBA or the NBA.

What makes a good basketball player? It varies. For some, it's speed and quickness. Others may rely on height or intelligence. Any combination of these attributes can result in a strong player.

UCLA women’s basketball is having its best season ... At 6-foot-7, Betts is among the tallest players in Division I; only 14 other players are listed at that height. Betts makes sure to use ...