Engelbert faces a balancing act between serving players, owners, fans, and the NBA, as heightened interest also brings frustrations, especially regarding player compensation.
"Every metric is up — except player compensation," says agent Allison Galer, highlighting the stark contrast between rising viewership and stagnant salaries in the league.
The WNBA is experiencing record interest with 21 games surpassing 1 million viewers, but increased scrutiny over how the league manages success and player pay persists.
The league's growth has also seen a rise in online hate and racism, prompting crucial discussions about how to address these issues amid newfound popularity.
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