WNBA’s latest CBA proposal would reportedly put max salary over $1.1m with revenue sharing

Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton and women's basketball writer Cassandra Negley provide an update on the WNBA's collective bargaining agreement (CBA) proposal, which includes provisions for revenue sharing and increased salaries for players. The proposal aims to enhance the financial landscape for athletes in the league.

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A recent report indicates that the WNBA's collective bargaining agreement (CBA) proposal aims to increase the maximum salary for players from $250,000 to over $1.1 million. Additionally, the league minimum and average salaries are expected to see significant increases. However, it remains unclear whether the proposal will satisfy the union's demands for revenue sharing.

The ongoing negotiations for a new collective bargaining agreement (CBA) in the WNBA have reached a significant milestone, with the league and the players' association proposing a maximum salary exceeding $1 million. This development comes as the 2026 WNBA season approaches, amidst uncertainties regarding the agreement. The proposal also includes enhanced revenue sharing, indicating a positive shift in the league's financial landscape, as reported by Doug Feinberg of the Associated Press.