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The financial expectations set for women’s basketball leagues come into sharp focus when contrasted with male counterparts. Mentioning Steph Curry's valuation and annual earnings, it becomes evident that women’s basketball struggles to attract the financial backing required for sustainability. Statistics show that the WNBA has not turned a profit in three decades, prompting concerns about the continuous promotion of women’s leagues despite their financial shortcomings.
Despite the establishment of additional leagues like Athletes Unlimited, the credibility of such programs comes into question. The notion is gathered that there may not be a substantial audience or market to justify multiple professional women’s basketball leagues.