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Diana Taurasi’s Viral Docuseries Clip Exposes WNBA Pay Disparity

Her on-camera tirade about earning more overseas than in the WNBA has reignited pressure for a revenue-linked contract before the October CBA deadline

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Diana Taurasi's docuseries could be must-see viewing for fans of the former Phoenix Mercury and WNBA star.
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Overview

  • Diana Taurasi unloaded on WNBA salaries in a leaked clip from her new docuseries, saying she made more playing in Russia and that an arena janitor earned more than her.
  • She lamented missing time with aging parents while chasing “generational wealth” overseas to offset meager pay at home.
  • Her three-part Prime Video docuseries premiered August 7 after the viral August 6 leak reignited scrutiny of compensation ahead of CBA talks.
  • At the July All-Star Game, players donned “Pay Us What You Owe Us” shirts to demand revenue-linked wages as the current collective bargaining agreement expires October 31.
  • Despite record 2024 growth in ratings, attendance and merchandise, WNBA players average a base salary around $102,000 and receive under 10% of league revenue.