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Amid $40M Loss, WNBA Faces New Threat from Unrivaled as 3x3 League Brings Exciting Opportunity


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The Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) is currently facing financial challenges, having reported a $40 million loss in 2023, despite a slight increase in revenue. Amidst these struggles, a new competitor, Unrivaled, a 3x3 basketball league, has emerged, offering an alternative for players with its innovative format and significant financial backing. Unrivaled, co-founded by WNBA stars Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier, aims to provide players with higher salaries and the opportunity to stay in the U.S. during the off-season, potentially drawing talent away from the WNBA. This league not only promises better compensation but also introduces a fresh, engaging game format that could appeal to fans and investors alike. The emergence of Unrivaled represents both a threat to the WNBA's player pool and an exciting new opportunity for women's basketball, potentially reshaping the landscape of professional women's sports.

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