{"id":329449,"date":"2025-12-07T02:42:09","date_gmt":"2025-12-07T02:42:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/329449\/"},"modified":"2025-12-07T02:42:09","modified_gmt":"2025-12-07T02:42:09","slug":"two-liberty-starters-officially-joining-project-b","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/329449\/","title":{"rendered":"Two Liberty Starters Officially Joining Project B"},"content":{"rendered":"

Two New York Liberty<\/a> players are taking matters into their own hands as the WNBA continues negotiations on a new collective bargaining agreement with the players\u2019 union. While athletes across the league push for better salaries and a fairer share of revenue, Liberty forward Leonie Fiebich <\/a>and center Jonquel Jones have moved a step closer to that vision.<\/p>\n

Player. Partner. Owner.\u00a0<\/p>\n

That\u2019s the slogan of Project B, a new basketball league set to launch next year. The forward-thinking venture has been making waves as it announces early commitments from WNBA players like Fiebich and Jones, who are signing on to help shape the league from the ground up.<\/p>\n

\"Leonie<\/p>\n

Brandon Todd, NY Liberty<\/p>\n

Fiebich is the latest Liberty player to join Project B, the league announced yesterday. As part of each new signing, players have been posting short videos on the league\u2019s social media channels, sharing their excitement about becoming part of the new venture.<\/p>\n

Although Fiebich hasn\u2019t released her welcome video yet, she did share a statement expressing her enthusiasm about joining the project and helping shape what comes next. <\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019m super excited to be part of something big and global like Project B \u2014 a platform that allows us to bring elite basketball to communities and fans all over the world,” Fiebich said.<\/p>\n

PLAYER. PARTNER. OWNER. Leonie Fiebich<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019m super excited to be part of something big and global like Project B \u2014 a platform that allows us to bring elite basketball to communities and fans all over the world.\u201d pic.twitter.com\/ucpExsSePI<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 PROJECT B (@projectb_global) December 5, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

A few weeks earlier, Project B revealed that Liberty center and former MVP Jonquel Jones would also be joining the league.<\/p>\n

“I\u2019m excited to join Project B, showcasing a mix of rising young stars, stateside and of course international talent \u2014 all coming together to elevate the game and the fan experience,” Jones said.<\/p>\n

“Through the years, I\u2019ve seen this game grow in incredible ways, and it\u2019s inspiring to witness bold leaders in women\u2019s basketball continue pushing it forward.\u201d<\/p>\n

hey \ud83d\ude04 hoops \ud83d\ude01 fans \ud83d\ude06 @jus242<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/rlICn3KwMF<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 PROJECT B (@projectb_global) November 18, 2025<\/a>About Project B<\/p>\n

Although financial details haven\u2019t been disclosed, Project B\u2019s compensation model has been a major factor in attracting top WNBA talent. The league is positioning itself as a player-driven enterprise, offering athletes equity and a chance to help shape its direction.<\/p>\n

Project B is set to launch in Europe and Asia, running from November 2026 through April 2027. The league would not interfere with the timed to finish just before the WNBA season begins in May. Players are expected to earn significantly higher salaries than those currently available in the WNBA or in Unrivaled. <\/p>\n

However, the league\u2019s most recent CBA proposal may pose challenges for the newly signed Project B players.<\/p>\n

WNBA CBA Negotiations <\/p>\n

The WNBA and WNBPA remain locked in negotiations after multiple extensions to the current CBA. The sides have now pushed the deadline to Jan. 9, 2026. <\/p>\n

The league\u2019s latest proposal includes major salary increases: <\/p>\n

Highlighted by a $1 million base salary for top players
An average annual salary exceeding $500,000.
It also introduces a revised compensation model and removes team-provided housing.<\/p>\n

The proposal would add more games and start the season earlier, which could create conflicts for players who have committed to Project B, as both seasons would overlap.<\/p>\n

Free Agency Status\u00a0<\/p>\n

Jones is one of the Liberty\u2019s top free agents heading into 2026, and with the CBA still unresolved, her future remains uncertain. She has indirectly suggested she\u2019d like to return, but her plans will ultimately depend on how the new agreement unfolds.<\/p>\n

Jones underwent a surgical procedure on her right ankle<\/a> during the offseason. Recently, she was spotted in the city without her walking boot and later shared on Instagram that she was thrilled to be celebrating her first day boot-free.<\/p>\n

\"Jonquel<\/p>\n

Brandon Todd, NY Liberty<\/p>\n

Fiebich, meanwhile, remains under her rookie contract through the 2026 season. Both players are key pieces in the Liberty\u2019s rotation and now partners in a new business venture, placing themselves at the center of the league\u2019s evolving future on and off the court.<\/p>\n

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