Juju Watkins Part of Unrivaled's Star-Studded $35 Million Series A Investment Round
Unrivaled, the new three-on-three women’s basketball league founded by Women’s National Basketball Association stars Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart intended to supplement the income of WNBA players in the off-season, closed its fundraising this week with $35 million.
According to a press release, the Series A investment round was led by the Berman Family, and according to Unrivaled president Alex Bazzell, Collier’s husband, the funds raised offer a look into the potential for women’s sports.
“Our players haven’t even taken the court yet, and the foundation we are building with our partners unites unparalleled expertise, strategic insight, and an incredible product,” Bazzell said. “Together, we’re setting the stage for Unrivaled for years to come.”
According to Sportico, the financial terms of those who invested were not disclosed, but notable names attached to the fundraising round include NBA star Giannis Antekoumpo, University of South Carolina women’s basketball coach Dawn Staley, and USC star guard Juju Watkins.
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