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WNBA Stars Defy League, Demand Pay Parity Ahead of All-Star Game

Summary

  • WNBA players, including Caitlin Clark and Napheesa Collier, wore "Pay us what you owe us" shirts
  • Players met with league officials two days ago to push for fair revenue sharing
  • WNBA players seek better pay and revenue share compared to NBA players

In a bold display of unity, WNBA players, including injured star Caitlin Clark, have taken a stand for pay parity ahead of the league's All-Star Game. Just two days after meeting with WNBA officials to advocate for fair revenue sharing, the players donned black shirts with the message "Pay us what you owe us" during the pre-game warmups.

The WNBA players have been demanding a larger share of the league's revenue profits, which currently stands at 25% under the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), compared to the 50% that NBA players receive. WNBPA vice president Breanna Stewart made it clear that the movement is not just about bigger paychecks, but about addressing the revenue share disparity.

Minnesota Lynx power forward Napheesa Collier, who was named the All-Star MVP on Saturday, echoed the sentiment, stating that "both sides are going to fight really hard" for the money, and that the players are not backing down. The WNBA players are determined to secure better compensation and a more equitable revenue-sharing model to support the continued growth of the league.

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FAQ

WNBA players wore black shirts with the message "Pay us what you owe us" printed on them, demanding pay parity and a fair share of the league's revenue.
Currently, WNBA players are eligible to receive 25% of the league's revenue-sharing profits, while NBA players receive 50% of the league's revenue.
Collier stated that "both sides are going to fight really hard for it" and that the players are not backing down in their demand for better compensation and revenue sharing.

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