Caitlin Clark Breaks WNBA Records with $28M Deal, Napheesa Collier Criticizes Commissioner
Caitlin Clark, the WNBA's rising star, has signed a groundbreaking deal worth $28 million over eight years, making her the highest-paid female basketball player ever. Meanwhile, Napheesa Collier has publicly criticized WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert's leadership.
Clark's new contract, signed in April 2024, reflects her immense value to her team, the Indiana Fever. An economics lecturer at Harvard estimated her worth to be around 1,000 times her salary. Clark's marketability has significantly impacted the Fever's valuation, which increased by 273% from 2024 to 2025, a phenomenon dubbed the 'Caitlin Clark effect'.
Clark's 2024-25 season was cut short due to injuries, but her impact on and off the court remains undeniable. She earned $78,066 for the season and over $11 million from endorsements in 2024. Despite Napheesa Collier's criticism of the WNBA's governance, she acknowledged the league's strength lies in its players and fans.
Caitlin Clark's record-breaking deal and market influence highlight her significance in the WNBA. Napheesa Collier's comments, while critical, underscore the league's potential and the commissioner's role in shaping its future.
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