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This season in women's college basketball is a critical one, as the ratings and audience engagement will likely serve as a barometer for the future of the WNBA. If the struggles continue without Caitlyn Clark, it could be a warning sign for the professional league, which has enjoyed a monopoly on women's professional basketball for the past 30 years.
The emergence of Unrivaled and the potential for financial competition could further complicate the landscape, and the WNBA must be prepared to adapt and evolve to maintain its relevance in the ever-changing world of women's sports.