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WNBA Players Say “Pay Us”—But the Numbers Tell a More Complicated Story
With labor talks looming, the WNBA players are demanding more—but is the league in position to deliver?
Andrew Brandt
July 21, 2025
Hey friends,
Welcome to The Daily Dose for Friday, July 19, 2025—and a personal note: I turn 65 this weekend. Thank you for reading this week’s Sunday 7—that one felt special. If it meant something to you, I hope you’ll share it with friends, family, or on social.
Now, back to business.
Today’s Daily Dose takes us to WNBA All-Star Weekend, which came at a quiet time in the broader sports calendar—and drew plenty of attention. But for me, one moment stood out from all the coverage:
Players wearing warm-up shirts that read: “Pay Us What You Owe Us.”
It wasn’t just a slogan. It was the unofficial start of what’s shaping up to be a contentious labor negotiation.
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