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flag WNBA star Alyssa Thomas joins Project B, a new global women's basketball league launching in 2026, citing better pay and player ownership.

flag WNBA star Alyssa Thomas has joined Project B, a new international women's basketball league launching in November 2026 across Europe and Asia, becoming the second high-profile player to commit after Nneka Ogwumike. flag The Phoenix Mercury forward, a five-time All-Star and 2025 WNBA Finals participant, cited higher salaries and player equity stakes as key reasons for her move. flag Project B will feature 66 players across six teams, operate through April 2027, and avoid conflicts with the WNBA season. flag The league emphasizes player ownership and global competition, with Thomas praised for her leadership. flag Her decision comes amid ongoing WNBA labor talks over pay and revenue sharing, and despite overlapping schedules with Unrivaled’s 3-on-3 season.

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