Overview

• In her exit interview, Clark said “Phee said it all,” called this the most important moment in league history, and noted she has not heard from Engelbert or been aware of the alleged remarks before Collier’s statement.
• Collier, a WNBPA vice president, accused league leadership of negligence and recounted alleged private comments that Clark should be “grateful” for off-court earnings attributed to the WNBA platform.
• The WNBPA issued a statement aligning with Collier’s concerns as high-profile players including A’ja Wilson, Nneka Ogwumike and Sophie Cunningham publicly voiced support.
• Engelbert said she was disheartened by Collier’s characterization and expressed respect for players, without directly disputing the specific alleged remarks.
• The clash follows officiating and player-safety complaints after a no-call that injured Collier, with Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve fined a record $15,000 and suspended one game, while tense CBA talks head toward an Oct. 31 expiration with players warning of a potential lockout.