Did Caitlin Clark Impact Unrivaled’s $340 Million Valuation?
By Nathaniel | September 8, 2025
Unrivaled, the WNBA’s breakout offseason league, has just announced a staggering $340 million valuation following its Series B investment round—drawing attention not only for its financial leap but also for the star power orbiting its future. Among the most talked-about names? Caitlin Clark, the Indiana Fever phenom whose potential involvement continues to stir speculation and investor interest.
The Investment Surge
Led by Bessemer Venture Partners, the round included backing from Serena Ventures, Warner Bros. Discovery, and Trybe Ventures. The funding will accelerate Unrivaled’s infrastructure expansion, including new player facilities, fan seating, and a second practice court. According to league president Alex Bazzell, the league’s roadmap has compressed from five years to three, thanks to revenue outperformance in its inaugural season.
Clark’s Influence: Tangible or Symbolic?
While Clark has yet to play in Unrivaled—declining a reported $1 million offer last offseason to focus on individual training—her name remains central to the league’s narrative. Bazzell acknowledged that although there’s “no current dialogue” with Clark, she’s “a phone call away” and “one of the rare players” who could shift the league’s trajectory.
Industry insiders suggest that Clark’s mere proximity to Unrivaled—her status as a top-tier talent and cultural icon—may have contributed to investor confidence. As one analyst put it, “You don’t need Clark on the court to feel her impact in the boardroom.”
Equity and Athlete Power
Unrivaled’s model gives players equity stakes, making them majority shareholders in the league’s growth. Should Clark join in future seasons, she wouldn’t just be a participant—she’d be a stakeholder in a rapidly scaling enterprise.
What Comes Next?
With Clark sidelined for the remainder of the 2025 WNBA season due to injury, speculation will likely intensify around her offseason plans. Whether she joins Unrivaled in 2026 or not, her influence—both real and perceived—has already helped shape the league’s public and financial narrative.
