This time around next year, the WNBA won’t be the same. And while most of the basketball fans have some idea about it, Sophie Cunningham can see it clearly.
The Indiana Fever star recently shared a revealing interaction with her superstar, Caitlin Clark, regarding recruitment to Project B.
As the WNBA offseason heats up, Cunningham reached out to Clark, but Clark’s answer was rather straightforward and firm.
Caitlin Clark Had A Clear Answer To Sophie Cunningham’s Project B Recruitment
Cunningham admitted that she approached Clark about joining Project B, an upcoming offseason league that has drawn interest from several WNBA players.
According to Cunningham, Clark declined. She reportedly told Cunningham she will remain focused on her WNBA career and Indiana Fever obligations for now.
“I tried to tell her to, like, play in this one, and she was like, ‘no,’” Cunningham recently revealed.
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Sophie Cunningham made it known that Caitlin Clark not doing Project B. Many will switch to project B vs unrivaled. pic.twitter.com/CyKjEutjr8
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As Cunningham put it, the ask was made, and the answer was honest. If we dig a little deeper, it’s clear that Clark is more about representing the WNBA itself than adding her star power to another rival league.
Additionally, there is no public indication that Clark regrets the decision or left the door open for reconsideration. The public record shows a firm “no” for Project B, at least for now.
Caitlin Clark’s Salary Breakdown Shows Stark Difference From Endorsement Money
Clark’s rookie contract with the Indiana Fever spans four years, valued at approximately $338,056 in total, which is a modest figure compared to many professional sports contracts.
In 2025, her base WNBA salary stands at about $78,066. But when you add outside earnings, including endorsements and sponsorships, the difference becomes dramatic.
Some recent estimates put her total 2025 earnings (salary + endorsements) at around $16.1 million.
That means a vast majority of her income doesn’t come from playing in the WNBA, but from deals off the court.