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WNBA Proposes New CBA for Higher Rookie Salaries

3/2/2026

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  • The WNBA proposed a CBA to let Caitlin Clark (rookie) and Paige Bueckers sign maximum contracts sooner.
  • The first-year salary cap would rise to $5.75 million, with projections of $8.5 million by 2031.
  • The league would share over 70% of net revenue, with the WNBPA seeking 26% of gross revenue.
  • A deal must be finalized by March 10 to start May 8, as Kelsey Plum and Breanna Stewart push negotiations.