""I ... asked how [Engelbert] planned to fix the fact that players like Caitlin, Angel and Paige, who are clearly driving massive revenue for the league, are making so little for their first four years," Collier said Tuesday. "Her response was, 'Caitlin should be grateful she makes $16 million off the court because without the platform the WNBA gives her, she wouldn't make anything.'""
"Collier added that Engelbert told her, "players should be on their knees thanking their lucky stars for the media rights deal that I got them.""
""First of all, I have great respect for [Collier]," Clark said. "I think she made a lot of very valid points. I think what people need to understand is we need great leadership in all levels. ... This is a moment we have to capitalize on.... 'P""
Napheesa Collier accused WNBA leadership of inadequate officiating and inequitable rookie pay while flagging collective bargaining negotiations as a major risk amid rising popularity. Collier said Commissioner Cathy Engelbert responded that stars like Caitlin Clark should be grateful for off-court earnings and that players should be "on their knees thanking their lucky stars" for a media-rights deal. Reporters relayed Collier's remarks to Caitlin Clark, who expressed respect for Collier, called her points valid, and urged stronger leadership to capitalize on the league's momentum. Contract talks and compensation disputes now overshadow growth and governance concerns.
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