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Message: [QUOTE="HopJim, post: 5343347, member: 6986"] There are pieces of all sides to these arguments that can be true. I have posted for years regarding the poor refereeing but in all sports, as younger, better players came in, they got the "treatment:" (i.e. Michael Jordan best example). Is this a management issue or an owner issue since they effectively "manage" the league? In the NBA, during the playoffs, it often looks like a WWE event. Seems to appeal to the TV audience and therefore owners don't object. Is this a problem or a strategy? Nice soundbite regarding players deserving more money but it ignored the new contract that provides higher salaries. Rarely is there a fix that solves all issues overnight. Phee's comments noted a major issue-only a few players are "stars" and draw fans. Few stars=less fans=less money. Just relying on Caitlin, Paige, etc. is not enough. If she has any facts that indicate the owners are taking an unfair % of revenues, she or others should state it. Most of these owners have taken a significant financial risk and have been losing money for years. Phee is one of the few players that get in front of the media but can the players do more to increase demand? [/QUOTE]