The recent WNBA draft has reignited a discussion about the salary disparity between professional women’s basketball players and the NBA since it was revealed that the number one pick, phenom Caitlin Clark, will make a staggering $76k her rookie year. What are your thoughts?
Christine Michelle, Washington, D.C.
I hope she has opportunities for endorsements to compensate for her tremendous talent.
Wale Williams, Washington, D.C.
Everyone is in an uproar, yet they don’t watch games or buy tickets.
Aneesah Chandler, Clinton, Md.
All eyes were on these women. They just may shake up the WNBA and increase viewership and sales. Then renegotiate!
Leigh Burton, Chesapeake, Va.
$76,535 for four months of playing basketball isn’t bad. Plus, she will definitely get millions in endorsements!
Frank G. Andrews, Indianapolis, Ind.
Where is the money coming from to pay her more? The WNBA doesn’t generate enough revenue to pay their players more. She’ll make a lot more on endorsements but not from the league.
Compiled by Sarafina Wright