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Alyssa Thomas Becomes Second WNBA Star to Join Project B’s High-Pay Offseason League

The signing heightens pressure on WNBAWNBPA labor talks over compensation, including revenue sharing.

Overview

  • Alyssa Thomas signed on as a player, partner and owner with Project B, joining Nneka Ogwumike as the startup’s second confirmed WNBA signee.
  • Project B plans a six-team, 66‑player traveling circuit across Europe, Asia and Latin America from November 2026 through April 2027, avoiding overlap with the WNBA season.
  • The league promises larger salaries and equity stakes; multiple outlets report seven‑figure deals starting around $2 million, far above current WNBA supermax levels.
  • Project B’s calendar overlaps with the Unrivaled 3‑on‑3 league, meaning future participation in both is not feasible even as Thomas is slated to play in Unrivaled this January.
  • Media reports have linked Project B to Saudi‑affiliated funding and celebrity backers, while specific financing details and full contract terms have not been disclosed.