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Lisa Leslie, a celebrated figure in women's basketball, suggested that male NBA players should sacrifice portions of their salaries to support the WNBA players. This call for financial solidarity stirred strong reactions, particularly from Green, who challenged the audacity of such requests. He emphasized that NBA players already support the WNBA more than anyone else, pointing out that the women's league has yet to generate a profit and relies heavily on subsidies from the NBA.
The sentiment reverberates deeply, raising questions about entitlement and the sustainability of financial growth within the WNBA. While the WNBA has cultivated a robust image, its reliance on the NBA's deep pockets speaks volumes about its economic viability.