Michelle Obama Among Betting Favorites To Become WNBA Commissioner

The Spun ^ | 9/4/2026 | Chris Rosvoglou

[simpson96]

Could the former First Lady of the United States eventually become the next commissioner of the WNBA?

There have been rumblings throughout this season about WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert stepping away at the end of the year. Well, she confirmed this Friday that she'll be retiring on Dec. 31.

"Over the years, it has been amazing to watch WNBA players thrive and lead the massive cultural surge around women's sports," Engelbert said in a statement. "I retire knowing we have built something bigger, stronger and more enduring than we could have imagined. I am grateful to the WNBA and NBA team owners and staff, players, investors, fans and the powerhouse league office staff, who believed in what this league could become. I retire with immense gratitude and tremendous optimism for the future of the WNBA, with the best yet to come."

According to ESPN, the process to find Engelbert's replacement will begin this month. Although a favorite hasn't emerged, the latest odds from BetOnline are quite interesting.

As of this Friday night, Michelle Obama is the betting favorite to be the next WNBA commissioner at 3/1 odds.

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TOPICS: Chit/Chat
KEYWORDS: bigmike; dykes; jethrine; obama; obamanation; transgender; xyxx

[EvilCapitalist]

So the WNBA is allowing Trannies.

[Vermont Lt]

So they WILL allow trannies in the WNBA. <>

[Vermont Lt]

Aren’t all Harvard Law degrees three years?

Not being sarcastic…I honestly don’t know. Everyone I’ve known that has gotten their JD has taken a three year course of studies.

[OKSooner]

I dunno, sounds like an excellent choice to me...

[GingisK]

I was thinking that she might have a career in the WOW or roller-ball.

[maddog55]

They’re all about men in women’s sports so big Mike makes sense.

[mosaicwolf]

My question is she an XX or an XY?

[xkaydet65]

Her brother Craig Robinson has quite a lot of experience in big time hoops. Whether Mikey is qualified, who knows.? But she has access to a lot of experience.

[Organic Panic]

Mooch is a beard for the fag members of the downlow club at Barry’s church. She couldn’t even stand bedding that homo for her kids. It makes me happy knowing she is such a miserable Tuesday.

[econjack]

I wonder how hard it would be to get a DNA sample.

[jocon307]

Pretty sure “name recognition” explains this.

[jch10]

Let her run a hotdog stand first! No experience, no skills, no nothing!! Yeah, she’s just right for the job!

[griswold3]

Watch her podcast. I feel sorry for Barry. She emasculates the poor guy.

[clearcarbon]

"Michelle Obama Among Betting Favorites To Become WNBA Commissioner"

[whitney69]

“Everyone I’ve known that has gotten their JD has taken a three year course of studies.”

Harvard has four year degrees in their capacity, but stay tight on their unit count to apply a degree.

This might help as it can be confusing.

https://advising.college.harvard.edu/academic-planning-for-students/curriculum-and-requirements/

There are rules for getting a degree like MO’s.

Applicants typically need a prior bachelor’s degree in any field and an acceptable score on the Law School Admission Test (LSAT).

Full-time programs generally take three years to complete, though accelerated two-year options exist at some law schools.

The first year focuses on foundational subjects like civil procedure, contracts, torts, constitutional law, and criminal law, followed by specialized electives and practical clinical training.

And the doctor title is classified as a professional practice doctorate. Holders in the U.S. traditionally do not use the title “Doctor” in professional legal settings, instead relying on designations like “Esquire” or “Attorney at Law.” She didn’t really earn that either.

wy69

[oldtech]

Only ones I can think of who’d be worse is a very short list. Just what would she be honestly qualified for?