Globalization and the Rising Tide of the WNBA

About this episode

The episode discusses the impact of globalization on the WNBA and the influx of international players in the league.

Cast your mind back to Paris 2024: Team USA vs. France, and Gabby Williams’ foot just inches on the three-point line. That moment proved the global talent gap has vanished. This week, Daniel Artest responds directly to online criticism regarding the influx of international players in the expanded 15-team league. A rising tide lifts all boats. Find out how international eyeballs turn into higher salaries for your favorite American superstars. Follow: @The9450 @danielmartest Subscribe to Keep’n It 9450 on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and everywhere you get your podcasts.

People in this episode

Host: Daniel Artest

Topics covered

• WNBA
• globalization
• international players
• basketball
• sports economics

Keywords

• WNBA
• global talent
• international players
• basketball salaries
• sports news

Mentioned in this episode

Places: USA, France

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