The WNBA and WNBPA have officially extended the CBA deadline again.. The first 30-day extension expired on November 30th, only for both sides to push negotiations into January 9th, 2026.. right before the Unrivaled season begins. The back and forth between a 24 hour extension, a 21-day counter, and eventually a 40-day request shows just how disconnected this process has become. The union made it clear they expect substantive movement from the league, while the league’s latest proposal includes massive salary increases, revamped revenue sharing, and a projected $1M base max salary starting in 2026.
But with expansion drafts on hold, free agency frozen, and nearly the entire league set to become unrestricted free agents, every delay puts more pressure on the WNBA to finalize a deal. Fans are exhausted, players are frustrated, and the league is running out of time to protect the momentum women’s basketball has built.. especially with the rise of Caitlin Clark and a new wave of stars driving unprecedented growth. Whether revenue sharing and prioritization rules can be resolved before the window closes remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: the WNBA cannot afford a lockout in 2026.
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