Unrivaled women's basketball league secures $650M valuation after second season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 12:04 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Unrivaled announced a valuation of $650 million following an investment round that exceeded its initial target of $100 million. This marks a significant increase from the $340 million valuation reported in September 2025. The Series C funding, led by Ten Pillars Sports Fund, included notable investors such as Carmelo Anthony and Trae Young. The league, co-founded by Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart, expanded to eight clubs and 54 players in its second season, with a player equity pool valued at nearly $200 million. The league's growth continues to signal a positive trend for women's basketball, attracting large crowds and selling out events.
- •Unrivaled's valuation increased by $310 million in one year.
- •The league had eight clubs and 54 players in its second season.
- •Player equity is valued at nearly $200 million.
- •Major investors included Carmelo Anthony and Trae Young.
- •The league had record attendance figures at sold-out events.
- 12:04 PMYahoo Sports — Unrivaled announces $650M valuation after second season
"The offseason women's basketball league co-founded by Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart is already worth $310 million more than it was a year ago.
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