Charles Barkley issues an ominous warning in the event of a WNBA strike: Not all players are Caitlin Clark
The WNBA stands at a pivotal crossroads. The arrival of young stars like Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, and Paige Bueckers has supercharged the league's popularity. But a looming shutdown threatens to derail recent progress and jeopardize the careers of rank-and-file players, according to NBA icon Charles Barkley.At the end of the 2024 season, the Women's National Basketball Players Association (WNBPA) announced it would opt out of the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), triggering negotiations for a new deal.With just three weeks remaining before the CBA expires, talks remain stalled. One of the most contentious issues is how team profits are distributed.Players are demanding a larger share of league revenue, while team owners argue they're operating at a loss. As tensions rise, a strike appears increasingly likely-and Barkley is worried about the fallout for non-superstar athletes.What happens to the WNBA's middle […]
