Breanna Stewart discusses challenges in CBA talks with the WNBA
WNBA’s 2026 Season at Risk Without New Agreement The upcoming 2026 WNBA season has the chance to be groundbreaking, but it hinges on the completion of a new collective bargaining agreement (CBA) between the league and the players. Without a deal, the season—set to begin on May 8—may not start on time, or perhaps even […]
WNBA and players union face pressure for season delay
The WNBA and its players’ union have a limited time—just two weeks—to finalize a new collective bargaining agreement, or risk postponing the start of the 2026 season. This was emphasized during a virtual meeting on Monday, which saw participation from over 50 players and was attended by league officials. The deadline to finalize a term […]
Former WNBA player Kara Braxton passes away at 43
WNBA Champion Kara Braxton Passes Away at 43 Kara Braxton, a two-time WNBA champion and a significant player in the league for almost a decade, has passed away at the age of 43. The WNBA made the announcement on Monday, expressing deep grief over her loss. “It is with deep sadness that we mourn the […]
Two-time WNBA champion Kara Braxton passes away at 43
Kara Braxton, a two-time WNBA champion with the Detroit Shock, has passed away at the age of 43, as announced by the league on Sunday. The details surrounding her death remain unclear. “It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of two-time WNBA champion Kara Braxton,” the WNBA stated. “Our thoughts are with […]
WNBA responds to players union in CBA talks
WNBA’s Response to Players Union’s Proposal On Friday, the WNBA officially addressed the National Women’s Basketball Players Association’s (WNBPA) proposed collective bargaining agreement, just three days after criticizing it as “unrealistic.” As the clock ticked down—just 11 hours remained in the negotiations that could potentially push back the start of the 2026 WNBA season—the league […]
WNBA players make compromises in new CBA proposal
WNBA Collective Bargaining Agreement Developments On Tuesday, the National Women’s Basketball Players Association (WNBPA) presented a revised collective bargaining agreement proposal to the WNBA, which includes compromises on several key issues such as revenue sharing and housing, as confirmed by officials. The union is aiming for an average of 27.5% of the total revenue from […]
Is Breanna Stewart’s return to Euroleague a signal to the WNBA?
Brianna Stewart’s Return to EuroLeague Raises Questions Amidst CBA Negotiations Every action taken by WNBA players seems intertwined with the ongoing, and rather stagnant, CBA negotiations. Monday was no exception, as news emerged that Brianna Stewart plans to head back to Europe. Yes, Brianna Stewart will be rejoining Fenerbahce for the EuroLeague Final 6 in […]
WNBA player Sophie Cunningham expresses her views on Los Angeles
WNBA Star Sophie Cunningham Discusses Los Angeles WNBA player Sophie Cunningham recently shared her opinions about Los Angeles in a social media video. While playing for the Indiana Fever, she expressed her less-than-enthusiastic feelings about the city, attributing much of her disappointment to the people she encountered during her time there. “I’ll try not to […]
Breanna Stewart is going back to the Turkish team while the WNBA season is uncertain.
With the future of the WNBA’s 2026 season uncertain, Brianna Stewart, a key player for the Liberty, is preparing to rejoin Fenerbahce Opet in April. On Tuesday, Fenerbahce confirmed that Stewart has renewed her contract with the Turkish team, aiming to help them advance to the playoffs in April. She’s set to participate in the […]
Adam Silver wants the WNBA and its players to approach the CBA negotiations with greater urgency.
WNBA Negotiations Progressing, According to Adam Silver NBA Commissioner Adam Silver is quite familiar with how labor negotiations can often reach a critical point at the last minute. He mentioned on Saturday that the WNBA is nearing an agreement. Although he stopped short of establishing a specific deadline for the WNBA and the Women’s National […]