A name-brand player can probably get away with two of those three elements in the currently constituted MLS, but going three-for-three is pushing anyone’s luck. fans being able to share and discuss, without retribution, the latest extraordinary dunk by LeBron or ridiculous 40ft three-pointer by Steph Curry. The boost in the minimum salary is surely a good start, but with the NWSL on firmer footing, players. “Back then we were clandestine players because the league was not Fifa affiliated.