3x WNBA champion Jackie Young makes bold stand on fair pay in WNBA, demands equal revenue share | NBA News

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The WNBA Collective Bargaining Agreement is set to expire soon, and the League’s biggest players are openly giving their opinions on the same. Among them is the Las Vegas Aces star Jackie Young, who believes that the biggest issue in the negotiations comes down to money. After winning her third championship in four seasons, Young revealed that players want fair pay and a bigger share of the league’s revenue. As the talks between the players and the league are ongoing, tensions remain high. A new deal must be reached soon to avoid a lockout.

Jackie Young calls for fair pay in the WNBA

Jackie Young made her stance clear while celebrating the Las Vegas Aces’ title in the city. Speaking to TMZ, she noted that the players deserve more from the league. “The biggest thing. We get what we deserve. We’re the best in the world. and so just giving us what we deserve”, she said. Young further explained that money is at the heart of the issue. “Obviously, pay is a big one,” she said. “But I think the biggest thing, like, is the revenue share.”She believes a fairer system would help the league and players move forward. “So once we get that to a certain point, I think they’ll be in a better spot,” Young added.Despite the uncertainty, the Las Vegas Aces are still in celebration mode after their third championship in four years. The team is scheduled to hold its championship parade through Las Vegas on Friday evening.

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Notably, the current WNBA CBA is set to expire in just a few days. If no agreement is reached, a lockout could follow. Lately, the relationship between the players and Commissioner Cathy Engelbert has been tense.Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier recently said the WNBA has the worst leadership. “We have the best league in the world. We have the best fans in the world. But right now, we have the worst leadership in the world”, she said. This statement, which followed reactions from players across the league, shows how serious the situation has become.While the future of the CBA is unclear, Jackie Young’s message is firm. She and many other players want fair pay and a better revenue share. These negotiations will shape the future of the league. For now, all eyes are on both sides to see if a deal can be reached in time. Also Read:Stephanie White and Lexie Hull back Napheesa Collier after her bold remarks on WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert’s controversial comments