Sophie Cunningham shares real feelings about potentially playing 'Project B' for a multi-million dollar deal

The WNBA is at a crucial juncture as collective bargaining agreement (CBA) talks appear to be at a standstill, with players seeking higher salaries and new opportunities emerging outside the league, and Sophie Cunningham shared his perspective on competing in “Project B.”

Project B is an offseason league expected to feature 66 players in a traveling tournament-style format, reportedly offering seven- to eight-figure deals, compensation that surpasses both the WNBA and Unrivaled, along with equity stakes for participants.

When he asked him Annie Costabile of Front Office Sports If she would consider joining Project B, Cunningham said she wasn't fully informed about the league, but would be open to the possibility.

“I don't know too much about it,” Cunningham said. “You know, you see things on social media, but I also know how social media works. So you have to take it with a grain of salt.

“But, you know, if people are going to pay you multi-million dollar deals, why wouldn't you?

Project B is slated to launch in November 2026, featuring WNBA standouts Alyssa Thomas i Mrs. Ogwumike among the first players to commit.

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A potential deadlock looms as CBA discussions remain stalled and free agent Sophie Cunningham said while talks are ongoing, progress remains non-existent.

“I think the last meeting was about two weeks ago,” he told Front Office Sports. “I know our executives are talking to their people every day. I don't think there's been much movement. I think at least there's communication. So that's the biggest thing for us.

“So I'm not so sure where they stand. But for the players, I think we're firm on what we want.”

According to Costabile, one proposal included setting a supermax salary at $850,000. But Cunningham explained that players want contract flexibility that expands with league revenue.

“It sounds good and they can always wave a big number in your face,” he said. “But what happens when business continues to increase? Does that mean our salaries will continue to increase, or will they stay the same? And I think that's been our biggest thing, revenue share.”

Sophie Cunningham served as a reliable backup for the Fever throughout their injury-plagued 2025 campaign, posting career highs in field goals and 3-pointers, and has indicated she would be open to returning to Indiana if there is a 2026 WNBA season.