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sports16 hours ago•5 min saved

Simmons critique meets WNBA growth push as league eyes 18 teams by 2030

The WNBA approved an expansion plan to grow from 12 to 18 teams by 2030, adding Portland Fire and Toronto Tempo in 2026, Cleveland in 2028, Detroit in 2029, and Philadelphia in 2030. The move is driven by rising popularity and strong attendance, but has sparked pushback from media figure Bill Simmons, who called the expansion “staggeringly stupid” and a money grab. The piece notes ongoing competition among owners and rising franchise valuations as the league debates growth, relocations, and the balance between speed and sustainability.

via Awful Announcing|

#basketball #bill-simmons #expansion

sports2 months ago•8 min saved

NFL Sets 2026 Salary Cap Range Above $300 Million Per Team

The NFL projects a 2026 salary cap of $301.2M–$305.7M per team, a rise of more than $20M from 2025 and part of a sustained growth that has seen the cap climb from $208.2M in 2022 and nearly double since 2018.

via NFL.com|

#2026-season #contracts #league-growth

sports5 months ago•9 min saved

NBA Commissioner Silver Promises Significant Pay Increase for WNBA Players in New CBA

The WNBA and the players' union are in prolonged negotiations over a new collective bargaining agreement, with disagreements mainly centered on salary models and revenue sharing, just days before the current deal expires, raising concerns about a potential work stoppage and impacting league expansion plans.

via ESPN|

#cba-negotiations #collective-bargaining #league-growth

sports5 months ago•3 min saved

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver Promises Significant Pay Increase for WNBA Players

NBA commissioner Adam Silver announced that WNBA players will see a significant increase in salaries in their new collective bargaining agreement, emphasizing absolute salary numbers over revenue share, amidst ongoing negotiations focused on fair compensation and league growth.

via ESPN|

#cba-negotiations #league-growth #player-compensation

sports8 months ago•4 min saved

WNBA All-Star Weekend Highlights Unity and Calls for Fair Compensation

The WNBA All-Star Weekend highlighted the league's growth and the ongoing collective bargaining negotiations, with players advocating for higher salaries and better benefits amid expanding media deals and league expansion plans. Despite progress in league popularity, players and league leadership are at a critical juncture to agree on issues like revenue sharing and pay structure before the current CBA expires.

via Sports Illustrated|

#all-star-weekend #cba-negotiations #league-growth

sports9 months ago•8 min saved

Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers' WNBA Showdown Sparks Excitement

The article discusses the contrasting perceptions and receptions of WNBA stars Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers, highlighting their backgrounds, impact on the league, and the different ways they are embraced by fans and peers, emphasizing their roles in elevating women's basketball.

via Dallas News|

#caitlin-clark #league-growth #paige-bueckers

sports2 years ago•6 min saved

"Rising Stars: Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese's Impact on the WNBA"

College basketball star Caitlin Clark's entry into the WNBA comes at a critical moment for the league, with hopes of elevating its cultural significance and financial standing. While facing challenges such as lower salaries and limited media coverage compared to the NBA, the WNBA is making strides in marketing and expansion. Clark's arrival, along with other college stars, is expected to accelerate the league's growth, attracting new fans and sponsors, and potentially securing a lucrative media rights deal.

via CNN|

#caitlin-clark #league-growth #sports