WNBA player survey: Travel, salaries are league’s top issues

The WNBA is in the last two weeks of its longest-ever regular season (40 games), and the players are focused on finishing strong and preparing for the playoffs. Since the All-Star Game, ESPN asked 34 players — superstars and reserves, veterans and newcomers — what they think is the biggest issue right now for the WNBA in its 27th season.

With ongoing requests for more charter flights, no one will be surprised travel came up as the primary issue for over 50% of surveyed players. But they also discussed the league’s visibility, marketing and security. They called for franchise expansion, increased roster sizes and changes to the salary cap structure. Read More

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