BRISTOL, CT — ESPN hosts reminded the nation Friday that watching women's basketball games is a mandatory activity strictly enforced by the governing authorities.

"Don't forget to watch the next WNBA game," said Elle Duncan, host of WNBA Countdown . "Failing to do so will result in imprisonment or death."

According to Nielsen ratings, WNBA viewership climbed significantly in 2025, thanks in part to Caitlin Clark and ongoing controversies surrounding her, but it's still well below its big NBA brother, and unless they can right the ship, the league could face a dire financial situation.

"If you don't do your part and watch women's basketball you are basically telling all women everywhere to make you a sandwich," said former WNBA star and current ESPN analyst Chiney Ogwumike. "A world wi

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