What happened: Eric Pincus assembled hypothetical trade packages for untouchable WNBA stars. The packages illustrate conceivable costs, with no expectation teams entertain them.

Why it matters: Untouchable designations set the ceiling for WNBA trade value and explain why top names rarely move. Hypothetical pricing clarifies what rival front offices would need to surrender to start conversations.

What to watch: Watch whether any offseason WNBA talks approach that threshold for core stars.