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The WNBA, established in 1996 as the premier professional women's basketball league in the United States, has faced ongoing financial and competitive hurdles. Despite some growing popularity, many players receive modest salaries, often living in poverty compared to their male counterparts in the NBA. The league’s struggles are compounded by its limited season duration, relatively low salaries, and ongoing negotiations over collective bargaining agreements (CBAs).
Recently, the league has been alarmed by rumors of a new competitor entering the market, promising lucrative contracts and a wider international reach. The threat is real enough that league insiders are starting to worry about losing their top talent to this emerging powerhouse.