WNBA Star Alyssa Thomas Joins Project B, Revolutionizing Women's Basketball with Higher Salaries and Global Competition

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WNBA MVP finalist Alyssa Thomas has made a groundbreaking decision, joining Project B, a new women's basketball league set to debut in Europe and Asia in November 2026. The 33-year-old star, who played for the Phoenix Mercury and led them to the WNBA Finals, announced her move on social media. This follows Nneka Ogwumike's announcement last week that she will also play in the new league. Project B's chief basketball officer, Alana Beard, praised Thomas, saying, 'Alyssa is the kind of player and person you build around. Her leadership, competitiveness, and professionalism elevate everyone around her.' Thomas, who has spent 11 seasons with the Connecticut Sun and earned five All-Star nods, will be part of a 66-player roster divided into six teams. Each player will receive a higher salary than those currently offered by the WNBA, with the exact figures not disclosed. This move comes at a crucial time for women's professional basketball, as the WNBA and players union are engaged in tense negotiations over a new collective bargaining agreement. Project B's model, which offers players higher salaries and an equity stake, is seen as a potential game-changer. The league plans to play its inaugural season through April 2027, without conflicting with the typical WNBA calendar. Thomas's decision to join Project B is a significant boost for the new league, which promises to revolutionize women's basketball with its global competition and lucrative compensation. As the sport continues to gain popularity, this development is likely to have a lasting impact on the industry.