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WNBA Probes Las Vegas Aces' $100K Sponsorships

League examines if deals with tourism authority breach salary cap rules and competitive balance.

A Las Vegas Aces logo is shown on center court after the team's 89-82 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks on Saturday.

Overview

  • Each Aces player received a $100,000 sponsorship from the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority.
  • The WNBA is investigating whether these sponsorships violate the league's salary cap regulations.
  • The deals were brokered directly with players' agents, bypassing the team to avoid cap issues.
  • Concerns arise over potential recruitment advantages and impacts on competitive fairness.
  • Aces players and coach express confusion and frustration over the investigation.