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The commentary on Unrivaled concludes on a foreboding note, questioning how sustainable this business model is and whether there will be enough audience interest to keep the league alive. The sentiment was clear: while TNT may persist in its investment after one dismal season, the expectation for significant audience growth may lead to the inevitable shuttering of the league if it cannot attract viewers willing to support women's basketball at a professional level.
As women’s basketball enters a crucial phase of development and visibility, the obstacles laid bare in this commentary provide ample food for thought. The sport's future hinges not only on talent but also on the ability to capture and sustain an engaged audience, an endeavor that remains precarious at best.