Sydney Carter, a prominent figure in Texas Women’s Basketball, has shared her perspective on Ice Cube and Big3’s lucrative offer of $5 million to former Iowa star Caitlin Clark, suggesting she might have taken a different path if faced with the same decision.

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Speaking on the Way Up with Angela Yee podcast, just days before the 2024 WNBA Draft, Carter expressed her hypothetical willingness to accept the Big3 offer, given its substantial payout for a relatively short commitment. Reflecting on how she would advise Clark in such a scenario, Carter remarked, “Well, I mean… It’s like ten games, so you’re making $5 million in ten games, and the games aren’t even that long. I might have to take that if it was me. Not even gonna lie to you.”

The offer surfaced during the NCAA March Madness tournament, amidst Clark’s impressive performance leading her team towards the title game. Initially leaked prior to Iowa’s Sweet 16 matchup against Colorado, it proposed that Clark play in the professional 3-on-3 league.

While the offer presented an unprecedented opportunity for Clark to become the first woman to play professionally against men and earn $5 million over 10 Big3 games, Clark herself remained focused on her collegiate commitments. When questioned about the offer in late March, she indicated that she wasn’t actively considering it and had delegated the matter to a trusted group of advisors.

Despite the lingering offer from Ice Cube and the Big3, it appears that the prospect of Clark joining the league has faded into the background. However, Ice Cube and the 3-on-3 league have reiterated that the offer remains on the table, emphasizing that it’s a genuine business opportunity rather than a mere marketing ploy.

In comparing Clark’s potential WNBA salary with the Indiana Fever to the Big3 offer, it’s evident that there’s a substantial disparity. While reports suggest that Clark’s WNBA contract amounts to $338,000 over four years, with a first-year salary of approximately $76,535, the Big3 offer would have provided $5 million for just ten games, equating to $500,000 per game.

Despite the financial disparity, Clark’s income is likely to be supplemented significantly by endorsement deals. Reports indicate that she has signed a lucrative $20 million deal with Nike, including the prospect of her own signature shoe, ensuring financial security for the foreseeable future.