Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham has recently opened the door to the possibility of leaving the WNBA after revealing that she is being courted by ‘Project B’, an emerging basketball venture which offers multi-million-dollar deals to prominent players. Way more than what the WNBA is offering.
Speaking to ‘Front Office Sports’, Cunningham acknowledged that she is seriously evaluating the opportunity, calling the financial offer “hard to ignore” and stating that athletes should listen to what they have to say. According to her, several players have already been approached with millionaire offers, creating a big contrast to the typical and low WNBA earnings.
Cunningham’s honest reaction: ‘Why would you not?’
In the interview, Cunningham did not hide her curiosity about Project B, responding candidly when asked whether she would consider leaving the WNBA for a higher-paying alternative.
Her answer was direct: “Why would you not?”
You know, you see stuff on social media, but I also know how social media goes. So you got to take it with a grain of salt. But, you know, if people are going to be paying you multi-million dollar deals, why would you not?
Cunningham explained that the idea of securing a long-term contract with guaranteed financial stability is very much appealing to players, especially as the latest labor talks inside the WNBA and the CBA remain unresolved. This situation has created uncertainty across the league, adding another layer to players’ decision-making.
Project B: A new player in women’s basketball
While details about Project B remain limited, the concept has already generated substantial attention to what has been labeled as an aggressive financial strategy. The proposed compensation packages reported by Cunningham significantly exceed what most WNBA players earn, illustrating the possibilities of a growing market for alternative leagues and overseas options.
Cunningham’s remarks highlight the popularity these new ventures may gain as they target recognizable WNBA talent with unprecedented salaries. With the salary talks with the WNBA representatives still on hold, who knows what the future will look like for women basketballers.
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