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Adding a layer of complexity, the hosts discussed how the league’s president is also a key figure within the players’ union—Nikki Ugum—who has signed a contract with this Saudi league while simultaneously negotiating WNBA collective bargaining agreements. This double role raised questions about possible conflicts of interest and the implications for players’ activism and economic futures.
Furthermore, the hosts pointed out the league’s ambitious international vision: establishing a global championship across multiple countries and broadcasting the league internationally. They likened it to other global sports ventures like LIV Golf, which successfully attracted viewers with big-name signings and lucrative contracts.