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Caitlin Clark's Very Busy Week
The Iowa basketball sensation was No. 1 in the WNBA draft, her draft-night jersey sales soared to new heights and a deal with Nike is reportedly close to eight figures. But then, there’s that salary issue. Clark’s underwhelming rookie contract has cast a spotlight on the immense NBA-WNBA pay gap. Why are WNBA players paid about 100 times less than NBA players? The WNBA commissioner offers one, of many, explanations. Plus, more on a male columnist’s awkward exchange with Clark.
CLark Set for BiG Pay Day
But her WNBA salary will pay her about 137 times less than the NBA's top draft pick.
Reporter 'So Sorry' For Odd Comments
Plus, ex-NFLer continues "sad" trolling, this time aimed at Clark.
Staley Praises Clark's Impact
Low pay? "Caitlin has the ability to make up to a half of a million dollars just in WNBA wages this year," WNBA Cathy Engelbert says.
