Unrivaled and Project B Compete for WNBA Talent in Growing Offseason League Rivalry
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Colin Salao
Summary
The article examines the emerging competition between Unrivaled (a 3-on-3 winter women's basketball league) and Project B (a 5-on-5 league) as they vie for WNBA talent during the offseason. It highlights the case of Azzi Fudd and Flau'jae Johnson, who took different paths despite both having ties to Unrivaled, illustrating the shifting landscape. Several high-profile WNBA players have switched sides, signaling an escalating "arms race" between the two leagues for top talent, financial commitments, and player loyalty.
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bskyUnrivaled and Project B Compete for WNBA Talent in Growing Offseason League Rivalryfrontofficesports.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledThe split decision underscores a new reality in women's basketball.
Despite her NIL deal with Unrivaled, Fudd signed with 5-on-5 league Project B last week.
Johnson will join Unrivaled in 2027, the league announced Monday.
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