Look out FanDuel, because you’ve got company.
Late last week, the other of the major daily fantasy outlets, DraftKings, added a WNBA option to its slate of daily fantasy contests.
DraftKings’ foray into the WNBA has now expanded to include the entire league. It was already a primary sponsor of both the New York Liberty as well as Madison Square Garden.
Having the partnership with MSG and the relationship with the team gives us a lot of options, experiences packages and ticket packages.
–Matt Kalish, DraftKings co-founder
Prior to the beginning of the season, the WNBA signed a pact with DraftKings’ primary rival—FanDuel—which gave those that played daily fantasy the chance to compete for daily WNBA-related prizes—such as merchandise and courtside seats.
Around the time of the FanDuel announcement, the Associated Press reported that DraftKings was considering adding a WNBA daily fantasy option.
By: Akiem Bailum (@AkiemBailum on Twitter, Instagram)
