WNBA Players Union Reports Progress in CBA Talks

Nneka Ogwumike, president of the Women’s National Basketball Players Association (WNBPA), reports that the WNBA has responded to the players union's proposals for a new collective bargaining agreement (CBA), which she considers a positive development. The union seeks contracts that better reflect the league's rapid growth, including salary increases, expanded rosters, and greater influence over future media rights deals tied to the NBA's lucrative $76 billion, 11-year media agreements. Ogwumike emphasized the importance of player health and safety amid concerns about increased physical stress from more games without lengthening the season, along with calls for greater transparency from the league office. While negotiations are described as progressing smoothly and are on track ahead of a key face-to-face meeting during the upcoming WNBA All-Star Weekend, players remain prepared to advocate strongly for fair compensation and improved working conditions. The union and league are engaged in steady dialogue as the WNBA prepares to capitalize on significantly increased media revenues starting in 2026. Ogwumike expressed optimism about the ongoing talks and the shared goal of advancing the league and its players' interests.