The Unrivaled Basketball League, co-founded by WNBA stars Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart, is set to launch its inaugural season in January 2025 in Miami. This 3-on-3 women’s basketball league aims to provide WNBA players with a domestic offseason alternative to playing overseas, offering competitive play and substantial compensation. The league will feature 36 players across six teams, with notable commitments from players like Aliyah Boston. Unrivaled plans to offer average salaries exceeding $200,000 and equity stakes for inaugural players, presenting a significant opportunity for athletes to continue their professional development within the United States. Source . The league’s unique format includes 3-on-3 games played on a compressed full court, aiming to enhance spacing and pace. High-profile investors, such as soccer stars Alex Morgan and Megan Rapinoe, former NBA players Carmelo Anthony and Steve Nash, and actor Ashton Kutcher, have shown support for Unrivaled. The league has also secured a media rights deal with Warner Bros. Discovery ensuring extensive coverage and visibility for the games. Source . This initiative reflects a growing commitment to elevating women’s basketball and providing players with lucrative and sustainable career opportunities domestically.
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2025 Unrivaled Basketball League: Top WNBA Stars Compete
The Unrivaled Basketball League, co-founded by WNBA stars Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart, is set to launch its inaugural season in January 2025 in Miami. This 3-on-3 women’s basketball league aims to provide WNBA players with a domestic offseason alternative to playing overseas, offering competitive play and substantial compensation. The league will feature 36 players…
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