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WNBA, Players Union Negotiating Revenue Share Ahead of Season

3/16/2026

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Negotiations between the WNBA and the Women’s National Basketball Players Association are focused on revenue sharing and player housing, led by Nneka Ogwumike (WNBPA president).
Ogwumike said the union reduced its demand from 40% to 26% of gross revenue, while the league offers over 70% of net revenue.
The season is set to start May 8, with preseason on April 25, and a timely agreement is essential to avoid delays.

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Negotiations between the WNBA and the Women’s National Basketball Players Association are focused on revenue sharing and player housing, led by Nneka Ogwumike (WNBPA president).
Ogwumike said the union reduced its demand from 40% to 26% of gross revenue, while the league offers over 70% of net revenue.
The season is set to start May 8, with preseason on April 25, and a timely agreement is essential to avoid delays.