Expansion teams have become one of the most polarizing trends in modern sports. Whether it’s giving a new city a fresh identity or pumping extra revenue into a league, every new franchise raises the same question: Does expansion actually strengthen the sport, or simply spread the talent too thin? From the Utah Mammoth to the Golden Knights and Seattle Kraken, the answer looks less straightforward than ever.

The WNBA is hotter than ever — record attendance, soaring viewership, and sold-out arenas. But if the league wants to turn hype into heritage, it’s time to invest in the sidelines. Bringing in elite coaching names like Dawn Staley and Geno Auriemma could define the league’s next era, turning star power into sustainable success. Players build momentum, but coaches build dynasties.

Money drives nearly every part of modern sports — from college NIL deals to multi-million-dollar pros earning bonuses for mic’d-up moments. Yet, not every athlete plays for a paycheck. From the Ryder Cup’s long-standing debate on compensation to the NBA’s in-season prize purses, this story explores whether today’s stars are motivated more by love of the game… or the commas in their contracts.