Game 1 of the WNBA Finals between the Las Vegas Aces and Phoenix Mercury attracted an average of 1.9 million viewers, the highest for a Finals opening game since 1997 and a 62% increase from last year. The Aces’ win peaked at 2.5 million viewers, marking the second-largest audience for a WNBA Finals game, while playoff games overall are averaging 1.2 million viewers, up 16% from 2022.
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New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson is sidelined with a bone contusion in his left foot, which he sustained during a game against the San Antonio Spurs when he landed on Victor Wembanyama's foot. Although he missed a game against the Boston Celtics, Williamson reassured fans that the injury isn't serious, describing it as day-to-day and not long-term. Want More Context? 🔎
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The WNBA has proposed a 30-day extension for negotiations on a new collective bargaining agreement, which is crucial as the current CBA expires soon, potentially leading to a strike or lockout. Tensions are rising between the WNBA and the players' union over salary and revenue distribution models, with the league accusing the union of not presenting a viable economic proposal. Want More Context? 🔎
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Obi Toppin will miss at least a month due to a right hamstring strain, while Bennedict Mathurin is considered "week-to-week" with a right big toe sprain, adding to the Indiana Pacers' injury woes. With these setbacks, the team now has a total of eight players listed on the injury report ahead of their game against the Mavericks. Want More Context? 🔎
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