Jayson Tatum Bids $200M to Bring WNBA Team to St. Louis

NBA star Jayson Tatum aims to establish a WNBA franchise in his hometown, aligning with recent league expansion plans.

Tatum's investment is part of a broader WNBA expansion, which will add teams in Toronto and Portland by 2026.
The bid is supported by St. Louis business leaders Richard Chaifetz and David Hoffman, with plans to use Chaifetz Arena as the home court.
The WNBA's recent rule change allows NBA players to own stakes in WNBA teams, enabling Tatum's involvement.
DiJonai Carrington of the Connecticut Sun suggested Tatum consider bringing a WNBA team to Boston, highlighting the city's strong sports culture.
St. Louis is competing with several cities for a WNBA franchise, bolstered by its history of supporting professional sports.