Rockets guard Fred VanVleet will transition into this role with guidance from CJ McCollum, who completes a 4-year term as President (2021-25).

What's more, the league shattered attendance and viewership records last year as a rookie class that included headline names in Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese joined established stars such as A'ja Wilson, Breanna Stewart, Napheesa Collier and others. It seemed to set the stage for continued growth, but a work stoppage could slow that momentum.