Las Vegas Aces head coach Becky Hammon calls for change in WNBA leadership, citing a “rocky relationship” between Commissioner Cathy Engelbert and players. Engelbert faced backlash for reportedly showing a lack of empathy toward players on pay and officiating issues. Hammon suggests the situation may be irreparable.

Engelbert, who took over as commissioner in 2019, led the WNBA through the Covid pandemic and achieved record financial growth. She negotiated a media deal that increased revenue from $60 million to $200 million annually. Despite expansion and improved player accommodations, players feel underpaid relative to the league’s popularity.

Engelbert acknowledges criticism of her relationship with players and vows to make changes. The WNBA and players’ union are negotiating a new collective bargaining agreement. Hammon, a former WNBA All-Star, made history as the first woman NBA head coach and now leads the Aces to continued success.

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