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The one area where the WNBA hasn’t quite kept pace with its own growth is its logo, which still features an anonymous silhouette. 

Izzy Harrison’s ejection for fouling Angel Reese resurfaced questions about whether the WNBA is doing enough to protect its stars. 

Caitiin Clark’s public unmasking leaves the WNBA in a slow-motion Milli Vanilli moment, exposing the unearned currency of its manufactured basketball star.

The WNBA’s growth has been powered by connections between players and fans. Now players and fans are negotiating where familiarity ends, and intrusiveness begins.

After watching her most recent press conference, it's become clear that Cathy Engelbert has not learned from past mistakes.