What the 2026 WNBA CBA means for league, players, salaries
Is this CBA truly transformational? Breaking down the impact of the WNBA's new deal.
2026 Schedule
2026 Schedule
3rd in Western Conference
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WNBA CBA negotiations: At last, WNBA and union 'aligned' on new CBA
The salary cap of the new CBA will reportedly start at $7 million, with the supermax salary starting at $1.4 million.
'Nobody sleeps for like a month': How WNBA GMs will squeeze in drafts, free agency once CBA in place
As CBA negotiations linger, the time to conduct drafts and free agency gets shorter. We asked WNBA GMs how they're preparing.
Staley: Working to bring home ex-players in Israel
South Carolina coach Dawn Staley said on social media Saturday that the school is working to try to help a few former players return home from Israel, where they are playing.
WNBA CBA confidential: 'Hey, think about us'
Athletes Unlimited players underscore the importance of housing and retirement plans but swear they won't sweat a missed paycheck or two.
Road to $1M paydays: How WNBA salaries evolved with each CBA
For the first time, a $1 million base salary is expected in the new WNBA CBA, and the cap could see a 230% increase.
WNBA labor talks: Four ways a new CBA can get done
The 2026 season is just over 100 days away, but negotiations between the WNBA and players' union are at a stalemate.
10 must-see WNBA games for the 2026 season
Amid ongoing CBA negotiations, the WNBA released its 2026 schedule, which tips off May 8.
Liberty, Fever among the top 2026 WNBA schedule reveals on social media
The 2026 WNBA schedule is out and teams announced their calendar in their own creative ways on social media.
Rival leagues, charter flights and T-shirts: 11 moments that led to WNBA labor strife
CBA negotiations intensified in recent months, but previous events helped spark the stalemate between the WNBA and WNBPA.
WNBA CBA Q&A: Nneka Ogwumike, Napheesa Collier on 'standstill'
WNBPA president Nneka Ogwumike and VP Napheesa Collier applaud player solidarity but bemoan a lack of progress in CBA negotiations.
2026 Unrivaled megapreview: Rosters, rankings, rules, how to watch
The 3-on-3 league tips off its second season Monday. Here's everything you need to know.
Sabally battling concussion, out for Unrivaled tip
Mercury forward Satou Sabally is out indefinitely for Unrivaled as she continues to deal with symptoms from a concussion suffered in Game 3 of the WNBA Finals in October.
WNBA expansion draft: Predicting the five protected players on every roster
Teams are expected to be able to protect five players in the Portland Fire and Toronto Tempo WNBA expansion draft.
Phoenix Mercury update logo and uniforms in image rebrand
The rebrand has 14 logos, marks and wordmarks, and the team also designed its own font for letters and numbers.
What's at stake for Engelbert, Silver, owners and teams in WNBA CBA negotiations
From Cathy Engelbert and Adam Silver to WNBA owners, here's what the management side of CBA negotiations is focused on.
Thomas latest WNBA star to join new league
WNBA MVP finalist Alyssa Thomas on Tuesday became the second player to join Project B, the new women's basketball league that is expected to begin in Europe and Asia in November 2026.
What's at stake for every player in the WNBA labor battle
From stars with millions in off-court endorsements to those making the minimum, every WNBA player stands to gain in the new CBA.
'Change is a must': WNBA owners, insiders on Cathy Engelbert, officiating, CBA
Have owners and executives lost faith in the WNBA commissioner? We canvassed insiders on the biggest topics at the WNBA Finals.
Which WNBA free agents might be on the move for 2026 season?
In a pivotal WNBA offseason, a new CBA is being negotiated and there's an unprecedented number of free agents.
Ranking every WNBA championship team: 2023 Aces are No. 1
Las Vegas' 2023 title team topped our rankings two years ago. Where do the 2025 Aces and 2024 Liberty fit in?
WNBA's CBA negotiations: Everything to know with deadline looming
The CBA expires Oct. 31. Here are the biggest issues and how WNBA players' criticisms of Cathy Engelbert might impact negotiations.
WNBA players with most championships: Wilson, Bird, Moore
Rebekkah Brunson has won more WNBA championships than any other player, with 5 titles. Check out which other players have taken home the most hardware.
Tibbetts: Ejection in closeout G4 'weak,' unmerited
Mercury coach Nate Tibbetts was critical of his ejection late in Game 4 of the WNBA Finals, calling it "one of the weakest double technicals ever."
Aces sweep, solidify dynasty with 3rd title in 4 years
The Aces, led by MVP A'ja Wilson, beat the Mercury 97-86 to complete a four-game Finals sweep and win their third WNBA championship in four seasons.
2025 Western Conference Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 34 | 10 | .773 | - | W1 |
| Las Vegas | 30 | 14 | .682 | 4 | W16 |
| Phoenix | 27 | 17 | .614 | 7 | L3 |
| Seattle | 23 | 21 | .523 | 11 | W1 |
| Golden State | 23 | 21 | .523 | 11 | L3 |
| Los Angeles | 21 | 23 | .477 | 13 | L1 |
| Dallas | 10 | 34 | .227 | 24 | W1 |
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Team Stats
Points Per Game82.8
Rebounds Per Game34.7
Assists Per Game20.9
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Team History
| YEAR | W | L | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 27 | 17 | .614 |
| 2024 | 19 | 21 | .475 |
| 2023 | 9 | 31 | .225 |
| 2022 | 15 | 21 | .417 |