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WNBA Negotiations: Players Demand 40% Revenue Share

3/13/2026

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WNBA Negotiates Salaries

The Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) and its players' union have held over 40 hours of talks since Tuesday.
Key issues include revenue sharing and salaries, with salaries rising to $570,000 in the first year.
The league proposed a $6.2 million salary cap.
The players seek 40% of gross revenue, while the league offers 15.5% of net revenue.
The regular season begins May 8, 2026, in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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WNBA Negotiation Impasse

The Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) is negotiating a new collective bargaining agreement, but talks are at an impasse.
ESPN reporter Holly Rowe deleted a social media post that accidentally revealed sensitive negotiation details.
The league and players' representatives are meeting in New York to finalize an agreement before the May 8, 2026 season start.
Charles Barkley advised players to negotiate wisely and avoid a strike or lockout.

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WNBA Negotiates Salaries

The Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) and its players' union have held over 40 hours of talks since Tuesday.
Key issues include revenue sharing and salaries, with salaries rising to $570,000 in the first year.
The league proposed a $6.2 million salary cap.
The players seek 40% of gross revenue, while the league offers 15.5% of net revenue.
The regular season begins May 8, 2026, in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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