WNBA Roster Cuts Spark Controversy and Player Backlash
LSU president William Tate IV criticized the WNBA's business model after former Tigers Alexis Morris and Ladazhia Williams were released by WNBA teams. Tate questioned the league's limited roster spots and suggested that players are better served in college or with other transparent options to aspire. He also called for the WNBA to include player growth in its future business model and for NBA and corporate partners to provide support.