Overview
- The WNBA released its 30th‑anniversary poster in late June 2026 and fans immediately noticed that Caitlin Clark was not included.
- The league has not explained how the players were chosen for the artwork or whether any licensing limits affected which faces could be used.
- National commentators criticized the omission as a marketing error while other analysts pointed to image‑rights rules and exclusive deals that may bar third parties from using a player’s likeness.
- Observers also noted the poster shows fewer than the promised 30 faces and omits several long‑time WNBA legends, which intensified questions about oversight and intent.
- Teammates and commentators have pushed for clearer promotion of Clark and the league’s biggest draws, and the dispute could prompt closer scrutiny of the WNBA’s licensing practices and marketing choices.