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Despite the emphasis on the growth of women's basketball talent, skepticism arises regarding whether the star players genuinely impact the sport's financial viability. For instance, the recent achievements of players like Ju Guu Watkins are overshadowed by the realities of program profitability. The commentator recalls the financial losses seen by LSU's women's basketball team, which, despite featuring prominent athletes, lost an astonishing $10 million post-National Championship win. This reality starkly contrasts the lucrative contracts seen in the NBA, raising questions about the revenue-generating capabilities of women's basketball.