about 1 month ago

Cathy Engelbert Praises Caitlin Clark’s Role in the WNBA’s Growth

Engelbert gave Clark rare public credit while discussing the league’s expansion and new CBA. “Caitlin, without question, has been a huge part of the growth of our league,” she said, also calling the Fever star “a great ambassador for the game.” Engelbert added she was proud of how Clark has handled the spotlight this year so far.

By Raahib Singh

about 1 month ago

Sabrina Ionescu Jokes She Won’t Be Picked in Friday’s Expansion Draft

Ionescu said getting the CBA done lets her finally focus on basketball, not league business. She joked she doesn’t expect to be taken in Friday’s expansion draft, then made her bigger point: “I’m where I’m supposed to be.” The Liberty guard added she’s eager to sign, put the negotiations behind her, and start New York’s season after her “best offseason.”

By Raahib Singh

about 1 month ago

Cathy Engelbert Calls Flau’jae Johnson One of the WNBA’s Next Big Talents

Engelbert joined Pat McAfee in praising Johnson’s future, saying she has followed her since freshman year and is a “huge, huge fan.” The commissioner pointed to Johnson’s LSU success, star personality, and draft appeal, adding, “Flau’jae is definitely one of those talents.” McAfee went even further, calling her “an absolute weapon” for the league.

By Raahib Singh

about 1 month ago

Paige Bueckers Reacts to Both UConn Programs Reaching the Final Four

"They're backing up the stamina for the best basketball capital of the world, Storrs, Connecticut," Bueckers said, reacting to both UConn programs reaching the Final Four. The women's team is still chasing a shared national title year with the men. "We didn't get to have a duo year. We were close, but we would love to do that this year."

By Adit Pujari

about 1 month ago

Cathy Engelbert Credits Adam Silver and the NBA for Helping the WNBA Grow

Engelbert said the NBA has been central to the WNBA’s rise, praising Adam Silver’s support and the league’s long partnership. “The NBA and Adam have been so supportive,” she said, adding the NBA has been “a great partner.” Engelbert said that backing helped the WNBA build a sustainable revenue model and transform the player, stakeholder, and fan experience.

By Raahib Singh

about 1 month ago

Cathy Engelbert Says the WNBA’s New CBA Had to Be Bigger Than Basketball

Engelbert called the league’s new seven-year CBA a landmark not just for the WNBA, but for women’s sports broadly. “This CBA was so important and meaningful not just for the WNBA and women’s basketball, but maybe all women’s sports,” she said. Engelbert added that both sides brought passion to the table because “everybody was so invested” in getting it right.

By Raahib Singh

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