
Nneka Ogwumike Announces Retirement, Eyes Equity in New League
Nneka Ogwumike will finish her WNBA career at the end of 2026 before joining the inaugural season of Project B, a league that offers its players equity stakes.
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Nneka Ogwumike will finish her WNBA career at the end of 2026 before joining the inaugural season of Project B, a league that offers its players equity stakes.

A new venture called Project B is assembling a board of accomplished women to challenge traditional economic structures in women's basketball, emphasizing player ownership and compensation while highlighting a broader shift toward inclusive leadership in sports.

Project B has appointed Landry Fields to lead its men's basketball operations, assembled a roster of top women's players, and outlined a Europe‑Asia tour set for early 2025.

The latest CBA brings significant pay raises, a 50‑game schedule and new transnational leagues, forcing athletes to weigh U.S. opportunities against overseas commitments.

Azzi Fudd becomes the latest high‑profile WNBA player to join the newly announced Project B, a 2027 global league that promises six‑figure salaries and worldwide streaming, joining a wave of stars seeking alternative competition.