WNBA star Jonquel Jones (2024 Finals MVP) has announced her decision to join the ambitious global basketball league Project B, set to launch in November 2026.
- She becomes the third confirmed WNBA player to commit (after Alyssa Thomas and Nneka Ogwumike).
- The league aims to feature 66 players across six teams, offering salaries higher than the WNBA.
- There are reports of potential involvement from Saudi-linked firms, though league co-founder denies direct sovereign wealth fund links.
Why it matters: Globalisation of women’s basketball is accelerating, offering more opportunities and potentially reshaping the calendar and talent flows.
What to watch: How the WNBA reacts and whether this leads to talent shifts or dual‐leagues.
