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Message: [QUOTE="cancontent, post: 4308293, member: 10709"] Not denying that the WNBA is in a different position than the NBA however it doesn't mean that the league can't get there eventually. Like I pointed out, the NBA suffered with attendance, TV viewership, etc., for decades before things changed in the 80s. People thought the NBA wasn't worth the effort and fortunately the owners stuck with it and see where the league is now. So why couldn't it be the same for the WNBA if it gets a similar level of support and is given the time to grow? I agree that the popularity of women's basketball is growing in North America, but it's still a long ways away from what it's like in Europe. Viewership will continue to build provided the WNBA continues to get more exposure. With the new TV deal in place, it should help give us a better indication as to where things stand. I was pleasantly surprised that the WNBA also has a contract with TSN, our major sports network in Canada to broadcast games as well. The fact that they've been able to land these deals a couple years since the new commissioner came on board gives me hope that their plans are on track. I disagree with your point that the current generation of WNBA players are in it for themselves. We don't know all of what these players are doing in their spare time. Sure, they're building their brands but they could also be doing things in the community that we may not be aware of. Similar to people assuming NBA and NFL players are in it for themselves when they have their own personal foundations that they support and fund in their spare time. I believe a lot of these players do realize they're lucky if they get their opportunity to play in the US. It's unfortunate that you've soured on the players in the WNBA because I think the upcoming generation is going to be a lot of fun to watch and could help further expand the impact of the league. Only time will tell. [/QUOTE]

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