WNBA, players union confirm agreement on 'groundbreaking' labor dealA'ja Wilson (No. LOS ANGELES, United States — The WNBA and the league's players union said Friday (Saturday, Manila time) they had reached a tentative agreement on a "groundbreaking" seven-year labor deal after months of tense negotiations. "This groundbreaking model provides unlimited upside for players as league and team revenues continue to grow." Under the new deal, the league's top players will gain the ability to sign the first multi-million-dollar contracts in WNBA history. "This agreement reflects that shared commitment, with players owning their value and future alongside a league growing stronger because of it."

Source: Philippine Star March 21, 2026 06:02 UTC