The WNBA made enough money in 2025 to trigger revenue sharing for the first time in league history, the Women's National Basketball Players Association told ESPN on Monday. The 13 teams that played last season will receive a total of $8 million to disperse to players.

The WNBA told the players’ union that it needs to get a deal in place by March 10 to start the season on time at a virtual collective bargaining agreement negotiating session

The league and over 50 players met virtually on Monday morning.

The WNBA submitted a new collective bargaining agreement proposal on Friday that would guarantee housing for all players in 2026, sources said.

If you were hoping to watch your favorite WNBA team or players compete in the league in 2026, now might be the time to look away. The league has been

ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne explains why limited player contracts makes the looming WNBA lockout all the more complicated.

Most WNBA players opt to play overseas following the conclusion of the season. For example, Paopao’s former USC teammates and fellow 2025 draftees Bree Hall (who played in New Zealand) and Sania Feagin (currently playing in Australia).