Big News! We are proud to announce that NBA Hall of Famer Gary Payton Sr. will be joining the Women’s Premier Basketball Association (WPBA) advisory board! Known as “The Glove” for his lockdown defense, Gary Payton is one of the most respected figures in the game—with a legacy that speaks for itself: - 9x NBA All-Star - 9x NBA All-Defensive First Team - NBA Champion (2006) - NBA Defensive Player of the Year (1996) — the only point guard to ever win this award - Olympic Gold Medalist (1996) - Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Inductee (2013) Gary’s experience, leadership, and passion for elevating the next generation will be instrumental as we continue building a league that empowers, develops, and creates global opportunities for women in professional basketball. Welcome to the WPBA family, GP! #WPBA #WomensHoops #GaryPayton #TheGlove #AdvisoryBoard #WomensBasketball #BasketballLeadership #GameChanger