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A vivid illustration of this media-created debate lies in the quality of play within the WNBA. While there are undoubtedly elite athletes participating in the league, the assertions that they can stand toe-to-toe with NBA players—and especially with players in the G-League—merit scrutiny. The author argues that, despite the media's attempts to glorify the WNBA, evidence shows that the level of competition doesn't compare favorably to that of their male counterparts, particularly those who play professionally at a lower tier.