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    WNBA’s Much-Hyped Season Tips Off

    • The WNBA begins one of its most anticipated seasons ever, with Caitlin Clark’s arrival.
    • The league recently instituted team charter flights and more changes could be coming with a new media deal on the horizon.
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    May 14, 2024 | 03:00 am
    UPDATED May 14, 2024 | 04:47 pm
    Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) rushes up the court against Atlanta Dream guard Allisha Gray (15) on Thursday, May 9, 2024, during the preseason game against the Atlanta Dream at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Indiana Fever defeated the Atlanta Dream, 83-80.
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    The WNBA begins its 2024 season with the unprecedented draw that is Caitlin Clark. The league recently committed to charter flights for all team travel and more changes could be coming. With a new media rights deal and looming CBA negotiations, the WNBA could be entering a major period of change. The Athletic’s Ben Pickman joins the show to break it all down.

    Plus, Great Osobor is receiving a reported $2 million in NIL deals to transfer to Washington, and the NBA Draft order is set.

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