Rose Basketball Club claims Unrivaled championship, players earn $50,000 each

The Rose Basketball Club triumphed over the Vinyl Basketball Club 62-54 to win the inaugural Unrivaled championship, with Brittney Sykes sealing the victory with a game-winning free throw after scoring 21 points. The championship team members will each receive $50,000, part of Unrivaled's commitment to providing high compensation for women athletes, boasting an average salary exceeding $220,000. Chelsea Gray was named the final MVP, contributing 18 points and eight assists, while Azura Stevens added 19 points and 18 rebounds. Notably, Rose played without star player Angel Reese due to injury. The Unrivaled league, founded by WNBA stars Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart, aims to elevate the women's sports landscape. Despite a losing record in the regular season, Vinyl's Rhyne Howard led her team with 22 points in the final.