WNBA CBA Negotiations Ongoing
The WNBA season start is uncertain as the league and union negotiate a new CBA, aiming for a May 8th opening [https://www.cbssports.com/wnba/news/wnba-cba-deadline-passes-with-no-deal-after-marathon-bargaining-session-what-does-it-mean-for-2026-season/]. What's the proposed salary cap for 2026?
The WNBA has proposed a $5.75 million salary cap for 2026, a 280% increase from the $1.5 million cap in 2025. The cap is projected to increase to $8.5 million by the sixth year of the agreement. The players union has asked for an average of 26% of gross revenue to go towards salaries, which would equal a $9.5 million salary cap for 2026. The league's proposal allots more than 70% of net revenue for the players, which the union equates to less than 15% of gross revenue. A prior CBA deadline was set for March 10, but the league and union continue to negotiate. Unresolved issues include revenue sharing and housing.
