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WNBA Players Secure Major Salary Boost in New CBA

3/19/2026

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  • The WNBA and the Women's National Basketball Players Association reached an agreement on a new collective bargaining agreement (CBA).
  • The agreement spans 17 months of negotiations to increase salaries.
  • Key terms include a starting salary cap of $7 million from $1.5 million.
  • The deal establishes a revenue-sharing model with 20% of league revenue for players.
  • The 2026 season will begin May 8, with training camps opening April 19.