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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 22h

Feels a little lose-lose. Release it on time and get accused of trying to bury the Phee conflict story. Release it later when it can stand on its own, and get accused of not wanting to celebrate Phee. I probably would’ve held the story, to give me time to make up with Phee.

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 22h

It’s Tuesday and no bombshell #wnba news has dropped yet. What’s going on?? I need more drama pls.

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 3d

Uh oh for the Merc. Becky Hammon was nice and happy during that pre-game interview. #wnba #wnbaplayoffs #PHXvLVA

crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 4d

Good question. I assume there are clauses. For (a somewhat similar) comparison, I already had to pay for my 2026 season tickets, based on 22 home games. Was told I’ll get an update if there are any adjustments with the new CBA.

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 4d

From what I’ve seen, yes, length of season and number of games per season is also on the bargaining table. It was part of the last CBA, at least.

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 4d

Kiah played 20 seconds … but wow, her defensive presence on the court really messed up PHX in that last possession.

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 4d

Akoa-Makani playing like she wants revenge for not being named to the All-Rookie #wnba Team #PHXvLVA

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 4d

Wow. Does anyone doubt that Cathy's kids have gotten hate mail/death threats or that it sucks to see/hear such mean things said about your mom? The point is everyone is a human. Let's be kind, even while we are passionate. The W is supposed to be different. #wnba

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 4d

Kudos to all the #WNBA reporters in the room with Cathy - y'all asked great questions, the right questions. Malika Andrews, Ben Pickman, Annie Constabile in particular stood out. Follow them all on the socials.

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 4d

Naaaah. In last year’s finals, the Liberty didn’t even guard her! She played like 2 minutes in the semis game 5. Sooo … feels like a valid bingo square to me!

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 4d

Wow. It really makes one wonder how much the NBA has been hiding in the numbers …

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 5d

These people clearly aren’t floor seat season ticket holders for NY Liberty games …

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 5d

Also - again with the Kiah Stokes dig?! 😂😂 It makes me giggle every time.

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 5d

🤣😂🤣 YESSSSSSS

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 5d

@wagesofwins.bsky.social great piece! Thx for writing it! Curious why the data in the charts only start at 2019. Is there not reliable data before then?

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 5d

The middle space should be "refs make a bad call / miss a call." 😆

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 5d

Only a matter of time before someone sets up a parlay on this matchup ...

crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 5d

Another solid piece written by a woman who has been studying and writing about women’s sports for a long time. #wnba

Lindsay Gibbs @lindsaygibbs.bsky.social · 5d

Engelbert deserves the criticism she is getting. But Adam Silver and the NBA are the biggest obstacle in WNBA labor fights. My latest for @cbssports.bsky.social:

www.cbssports.com/wnba/news/ge...

WNBA's Engelbert under fire — but the NBA's power looms larger

Engelbert faces blazing criticism from WNBA players, but the NBA's ownership and influence remain the central challenge to the league's future.

www.cbssports.com

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 5d

Ha. And which will get resolved first??

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 5d

We sure are! I’m already prepping my popcorn. 🍿

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 5d

Does anyone know what time Cathy’s “state of the league” presser is? All I can find is “before Game 1 of the finals.” #wnba

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 5d

All the numbers are still estimates since no one knows the #wnba finances, but it’s so good to FINALLY see a well-researched piece on the topic make it to a mainstream publication. Every ignorant fool chirping "but they lose $50M/yr" will get this link from me moving forward. #paytheplayers

David Berri @wagesofwins.bsky.social · 5d

Wrote this for the New York Times today (hope this link works!)

W.N.B.A. is doing immensely well! Time to pay the players!!

Thanks to Sara Chodosh for asking me to write this (helping with the writing) and making the cool graphics!!

urldefense.com/v3/__https:/...

Opinion | The W.N.B.A. Is Making More Money Than Ever. Why Aren’t the Players? (Gift Article)

Other professional sports leagues give their players roughly 50 percent of the revenue, but the W.N.B.A. players get less than 10 percent.

urldefense.com

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 5d

@unrivaledwbb.bsky.social Philly tickets already sold out and reselling at 3x (maybe more?) value. It’s like #Philly is getting back at the #wnba for not giving them a franchise. I snagged $50 tix which are selling at $250. (Nope, you can’t have mine)

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crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 6d

Totally agree these are the right asks. I made my cheeky wish because as long as the NBA owns 60% of the W, I don’t think the players will get everything they deserve.

crownandcork.bsky.social @crownandcork.bsky.social · 6d

It's so outrageous a thought, I haven't bothered clicking on any of these articles. 🤢

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