Aces re-sign four-time MVP A'ja Wilson to lock in their dynasty core
Read full article: Aces re-sign four-time MVP A'ja Wilson to lock in their dynasty coreThe defending champion Las Vegas Aces have completed the process of bringing back their core group by re-signing four-time MVP A’ja Wilson on Wednesday.
Dallas Wings select Azzi Fudd of UConn No. 1 in WNBA draft with a $500,000 payday waiting
Read full article: Dallas Wings select Azzi Fudd of UConn No. 1 in WNBA draft with a $500,000 payday waitingAzzi Fudd is on her way to Dallas as the No. 1 pick in the WNBA draft with a $500,000 payday waiting for the former UConn star.
All-Star Gabby Williams joins the Valkyries on a multiyear deal and Alyssa Thomas returns to Phoenix
Read full article: All-Star Gabby Williams joins the Valkyries on a multiyear deal and Alyssa Thomas returns to PhoenixThe Valkyries say All-Star Gabby Williams has signed a multiyear deal with Golden State while Alyssa Thomas is headed back to the Phoenix Mercury.
Las Vegas Aces set to bring back title-winning core of Gray, Young and Loyd, AP sources say
Read full article: Las Vegas Aces set to bring back title-winning core of Gray, Young and Loyd, AP sources sayThe Las Vegas Aces are set to run it back with the core group that helped them win the WNBA championship last year.
WNBA free agency opens with $1.4 million franchise tags for Ionescu, Collier and Plum
Read full article: WNBA free agency opens with $1.4 million franchise tags for Ionescu, Collier and PlumNew York’s Sabrina Ionescu, Minnesota’s Napheesa Collier and Los Angeles’ Kelsey Plum were all extended franchise tags by their WNBA teams worth potentially $1.4 million as free agency opened up.
Angel Reese traded from Chicago Sky to Atlanta Dream for first-round draft picks in 2027 and 2028
Read full article: Angel Reese traded from Chicago Sky to Atlanta Dream for first-round draft picks in 2027 and 2028The Atlanta Dream have acquired two-time WNBA All-Star Angel Reese from the Chicago Sky in exchange for first-round draft picks in 2027 and 2028.
Parker, Delle Donne and 1996 US Olympic women's basketball team set for Hall of Fame enshrinement
Read full article: Parker, Delle Donne and 1996 US Olympic women's basketball team set for Hall of Fame enshrinementCandace Parker, Elena Delle Donne, Chamique Holdsclaw and the 1996 U.S. Olympic women’s basketball team will be enshrined in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame later this year.
Portland Fire and Toronto Tempo lay their foundations in the WNBA expansion draft
Read full article: Portland Fire and Toronto Tempo lay their foundations in the WNBA expansion draftPortland, which is welcoming a WNBA team back in the city after 24 years, selected veteran forward Bridget Carleton with the first pick in the league’s expansion draft on Friday.
Connecticut Sun reach deal to sell to Rockets owner for $300 million, move team to Houston in 2027
Read full article: Connecticut Sun reach deal to sell to Rockets owner for $300 million, move team to Houston in 2027The Connecticut Sun say they will move to Houston in 2027 after reaching an agreement to sell the team to Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta in a deal worth a record $300 million, according to a person familiar with the sale.
Connecticut Sun reach deal to sell to Rockets owner, move team to Houston in 2027, AP source says
Read full article: Connecticut Sun reach deal to sell to Rockets owner, move team to Houston in 2027, AP source saysThe Connecticut Sun have reached an agreement to sell the team to Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta for $300 million and will move to Houston in 2027, according to a person familiar with the deal.
WNBA owners ratify landmark 7-year CBA, setting up a sprint to the May 8 regular-season start
Read full article: WNBA owners ratify landmark 7-year CBA, setting up a sprint to the May 8 regular-season startThe WNBA Board of Governors has unanimously ratified the terms of a new collective bargaining agreement.
Inside the WNBA’s 8-day, 100-hour CBA marathon negotiations that forged a transformational deal
Read full article: Inside the WNBA’s 8-day, 100-hour CBA marathon negotiations that forged a transformational dealThe intense, all-night negotiations over the WNBA’s collective bargaining agreement were new to many on both sides.
WNBA players unanimously approve a new 7-year collective bargaining agreement through 2032
Read full article: WNBA players unanimously approve a new 7-year collective bargaining agreement through 2032WNBA players have unanimously approved the new collective bargaining agreement with more than 90% participating in voting over the weekend.
WNBA players briefed on a transformational 7-year CBA with a $7M 2026 salary cap
Read full article: WNBA players briefed on a transformational 7-year CBA with a $7M 2026 salary capWNBA players are having information sessions over the next day or two to learn more about the new collective bargaining agreement that was agreed to in principle early Wednesday morning.
A landmark WNBA labor deal nears reality, paving the way for the first million dollar players
Read full article: A landmark WNBA labor deal nears reality, paving the way for the first million dollar playersA landmark new WNBA collective bargaining agreement was reached in principle early Wednesday morning that will give the league its first million dollar players.
WNBA and players union have reached an agreement in principle on a transformational new CBA
Read full article: WNBA and players union have reached an agreement in principle on a transformational new CBAThe WNBA will have its first million dollar players after the league and its players’ union reached a deal in principle on a transformational new collective bargaining agreement early Wednesday morning.
Another marathon WNBA CBA negotiation drags past 3:30 a.m. with no deal done
Read full article: Another marathon WNBA CBA negotiation drags past 3:30 a.m. with no deal doneAnother marathon negotiating session between the WNBA and its players union didn’t end with a new collective bargaining agreement.
WNBA labor talks stretch past 2:30 a.m. with no CBA deal reached yet
Read full article: WNBA labor talks stretch past 2:30 a.m. with no CBA deal reached yetThe WNBA and its players’ union had another marathon negotiating session that lasted into the early morning hours Monday as they try to reach a deal on new collective bargaining agreement.
Union president Nneka Ogwumike: Revenue sharing and housing remain key hurdles in WNBA CBA talks
Read full article: Union president Nneka Ogwumike: Revenue sharing and housing remain key hurdles in WNBA CBA talksPlayers’ union president Nneka Ogwumike said that revenue sharing and team-funded housing were two major items that still needed to be figured out to get a new collective bargaining agreement deal done with the WNBA.
WNBA's Engelbert: Progress in negotiations and a deal needed by Monday to avoid season disruption
Read full article: WNBA's Engelbert: Progress in negotiations and a deal needed by Monday to avoid season disruptionWNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert says progress is being made toward a new collective bargaining agreement and that there is an urgency to get a deal done by Monday to avoid disruptions to the upcoming season.
Caitlin Clark returns from injury to help US rout Senegal in qualifying tournament
Read full article: Caitlin Clark returns from injury to help US rout Senegal in qualifying tournamentCaitlin Clark made a triumphant return from an injury in her U.S. senior national team debut, finishing with 17 points and 12 assists as the Americans beat Senegal 110-46 on Wednesday in the FIBA Women’s World Cup qualifying tournament.
WNBA players' union feels movement is being made in CBA negotiations after 9-hour bargaining session
Read full article: WNBA players' union feels movement is being made in CBA negotiations after 9-hour bargaining sessionNneka Ogwumike and the other members of the WNBA players’ union executive committee feel that movement is being made toward a new collective bargaining agreement.
WNBA, players' union log 12-hour marathon talks that are 'going in the right direction'
Read full article: WNBA, players' union log 12-hour marathon talks that are 'going in the right direction'The WNBA players’ union said it and the league had a productive 12-hour marathon negotiation session trying to reach a new collective bargaining agreement.
WNBA sends CBA proposal to players as March 10 deadline nears, AP source says
Read full article: WNBA sends CBA proposal to players as March 10 deadline nears, AP source saysThe WNBA sent a collective bargaining agreement proposal to the union a day after the league received one from the players, a person familiar with the negotiations has told The Associated Press.
Caitlin Clark set for US national team debut after 8-month injury layoff
Read full article: Caitlin Clark set for US national team debut after 8-month injury layoffCaitlin Clark is excited to make her U.S. national team debut next week when the Americans play in the FIBA World Cup qualifier in Puerto Rico.
Wings star Arike Ogunbowale arrested at Miami nightclub after Unrivaled championship win
Read full article: Wings star Arike Ogunbowale arrested at Miami nightclub after Unrivaled championship winDallas Wings star Arike Ogunbowale was arrested and charged with misdemeanor battery after she allegedly punched a man in the face at a Miami nightclub, according to Miami-Dade County police records.
Stewart scores 32 points, carries Mist to 80-74 win over Plum, Phantom in Unrivaled final
Read full article: Stewart scores 32 points, carries Mist to 80-74 win over Plum, Phantom in Unrivaled finalBreanna Stewart leads Mist to an Unrivaled championship, adding another title to a packed resume and the league she co-founded.
WNBA executive committee meets, Stewart says players still unified amid CBA talks
Read full article: WNBA executive committee meets, Stewart says players still unified amid CBA talksBreanna Stewart, who teamed with fellow WNBA star Kelsey Plum on a letter to the players’ association this week expressing concerns about the state of labor talks with the league, says she feels better about where things stand and is convinced players are still unified in what they want in the next collective bargaining agreement.
WNBA’s new CBA offer boosts pay, fast-tracks max deals for stars like Caitlin Clark, AP source says
Read full article: WNBA’s new CBA offer boosts pay, fast-tracks max deals for stars like Caitlin Clark, AP source saysThe WNBA sent a new CBA proposal to the players’ union Sunday night that includes allowing some of its young stars like Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers a chance to earn a maximum salary quicker, a person familiar with the deal has told The Associated Press.
WNBA, players union hold virtual CBA meeting with talks still far apart on key issues
Read full article: WNBA, players union hold virtual CBA meeting with talks still far apart on key issuesThe WNBA and its players union have held a virtual meeting to try and further negotiations for a new collective bargaining agreement.
WNBA offers new CBA proposal that includes paying housing for this season, AP source says
Read full article: WNBA offers new CBA proposal that includes paying housing for this season, AP source saysThe WNBA sent a counterproposal to its players’ union for a new collective bargaining agreement that included continuing to pay for all player housing this season, but not really changing its previous offer of revenue sharing.
Union offers WNBA new CBA proposal, slightly lowering revenue share numbers, AP source says
Read full article: Union offers WNBA new CBA proposal, slightly lowering revenue share numbers, AP source saysThe WNBA Players’ Association sent a counterproposal to the WNBA on Tuesday for a new collective bargaining agreement that included some concessions on revenue sharing and housing a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press.
Adam Silver urges WNBA, players' union to work faster on CBA negotiations to avoid a work stoppage
Read full article: Adam Silver urges WNBA, players' union to work faster on CBA negotiations to avoid a work stoppageNBA Commissioner Adam Silver has called on the WNBA and its players’ association to increase their urgency to get a labor deal done in time for the new season to begin as scheduled in early May.
Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese unite on a star-studded US World Cup qualifying roster
Read full article: Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese unite on a star-studded US World Cup qualifying rosterCaitlin Clark and Angel Reese will team up on the U.S. women’s basketball World Cup qualifying roster that will play next month in Puerto Rico.
WNBA's newest offer makes small revenue sharing increases, housing concessions AP sources say
Read full article: WNBA's newest offer makes small revenue sharing increases, housing concessions AP sources sayThe WNBA’s newest proposal to the players’ union that was delivered Friday made small increases to its revenue sharing offer and concessions on housing according to two people familiar with the negotiations.
WNBA and players' union meet for 3 hours to try to push forward stalled CBA negotiations
Read full article: WNBA and players' union meet for 3 hours to try to push forward stalled CBA negotiationsThe WNBA and the players’ union met for a few hours Monday for the first time in several weeks to try to move the stalled collective bargaining negotiations forward.
Unrivaled sets professional women's basketball attendance record in 3-on-3 league's Philly debut
Read full article: Unrivaled sets professional women's basketball attendance record in 3-on-3 league's Philly debutNatasha Cloud, a New York Liberty standout, plays in Philadelphia for the first time professionally.
WNBA and the players' union to resume stalled CBA negotiations on Monday
Read full article: WNBA and the players' union to resume stalled CBA negotiations on MondayThe WNBA and the players’ union will meet Monday in New York for the first time in several weeks to try to move the stalled collective bargaining negotiations forward.
WNBA and players' union fail to reach new CBA, negotiations continue without extension
Read full article: WNBA and players' union fail to reach new CBA, negotiations continue without extensionThe WNBA and its players’ union weren’t able to agree to a new collective bargaining agreement by the Friday night deadline, and now the league enters a “status-quo” period with no new extension reached.
WNBPA and WNBA will not extend CBA deadline; sides will continue to negotiate 'in good faith'
Read full article: WNBPA and WNBA will not extend CBA deadline; sides will continue to negotiate 'in good faith'WNBPA vice president Breanna Stewart says the players’ union and WNBA will not agree to another collective bargaining agreement extension after the deadline passes Friday night.
Unrivaled's second season provides key gathering place for WNBA players during CBA negotiations
Read full article: Unrivaled's second season provides key gathering place for WNBA players during CBA negotiationsNapheesa Collier sat on the bench at Sephora Arena laughing with her Unrivaled teammate Skylar Diggins moments before tipoff between the Lunar Owls and Rose BC.
Napheesa Collier will have surgery on both ankles and be sidelined for four to six months
Read full article: Napheesa Collier will have surgery on both ankles and be sidelined for four to six monthsMinnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier will have surgery on both ankles and is expected to be sidelined four to six months, including the upcoming Unrivaled season.
Caitlin Clark says CBA negotiations are the 'biggest moment in the history of the WNBA'
Read full article: Caitlin Clark says CBA negotiations are the 'biggest moment in the history of the WNBA'Caitlin Clark understands the gravity of the WNBA’s current collective bargaining negotiations, calling it the biggest moment the league has seen.
Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese bring a youth movement to USA Basketball camp
Read full article: Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese bring a youth movement to USA Basketball campThere’s a youth movement at USA Basketball camp this weekend with young WNBA players Paige Bueckers, Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese making their debuts with the senior national team.
A'ja Wilson wins AP Female Athlete of the Year following historic 4th WNBA MVP
Read full article: A'ja Wilson wins AP Female Athlete of the Year following historic 4th WNBA MVPA’ja Wilson stood atop the WNBA again, winning an unprecedented fourth MVP as her Las Vegas Aces earned a third championship in four seasons.
Clark to make USA Basketball national team camp debut joined by other first timers Reese, Bueckers
Read full article: Clark to make USA Basketball national team camp debut joined by other first timers Reese, BueckersCaitlin Clark will make her USA Basketball national team camp debut when the Americans get together at Duke next month.
Jewell Loyd and Jonquel Jones the latest players to join new women's basketball league Project B
Read full article: Jewell Loyd and Jonquel Jones the latest players to join new women's basketball league Project BTwo-time Olympic gold medalist Jewell Loyd announced on Tuesday that she would join Project B, the new women’s basketball league that is expected to begin in Europe and Asia in November 2026.
WNBA's latest CBA proposal would put max salary over $1.1M with revenue sharing, AP source says
Read full article: WNBA's latest CBA proposal would put max salary over $1.1M with revenue sharing, AP source saysThe WNBA’s latest collective bargaining proposal would include revenue sharing with a maximum salary of more than $1.1 million available to more than one player per team growing each year, according to a person familiar with the negotiations.
WNBA star Alyssa Thomas joins new Project B league, promising higher salaries and global competition
Read full article: WNBA star Alyssa Thomas joins new Project B league, promising higher salaries and global competitionWNBA MVP finalist Alyssa Thomas became the second player to join Project B, the new women’s basketball league that is expected to begin in Europe and Asia in November 2026.
Candace Parker, Elena Delle Donne, Cheryl Reeve headline 2026 Women's Basketball Hall of Fame class
Read full article: Candace Parker, Elena Delle Donne, Cheryl Reeve headline 2026 Women's Basketball Hall of Fame classCandace Parker, Elena Delle Donne and Cheryl Reeve headline the 2026 Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame class that was announced Thursday.
WNBA offers 30-day extension as CBA deadline looms, AP sources say
Read full article: WNBA offers 30-day extension as CBA deadline looms, AP sources sayTwo people familiar with the decision say the WNBA has offered players a 30-day extension to continue negotiations for a new collective bargaining agreement.
Adam Silver says he expects big raises for WNBA players in new CBA, and that they 'deserve it'
Read full article: Adam Silver says he expects big raises for WNBA players in new CBA, and that they 'deserve it'NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has expressed confidence that WNBA players and the league will agree on a new collective bargaining agreement.
Aces celebrate third WNBA championship in 4 years with parade on Las Vegas Boulevard
Read full article: Aces celebrate third WNBA championship in 4 years with parade on Las Vegas BoulevardEight years to the day the WNBA and NBA Board of Governors confirmed the relocation of the San Antonio Stars to Las Vegas, the Aces celebrated their third championship in four years with a parade down the famed Strip.
Wilson scores 31 and Aces win 3rd WNBA title in 4 seasons, beating Mercury 97-86 for 4-game sweep
Read full article: Wilson scores 31 and Aces win 3rd WNBA title in 4 seasons, beating Mercury 97-86 for 4-game sweepA’ja Wilson scored 31 points, Chelsea Gray and Jackie Young both added 18 and the Las Vegas Aces beat the Phoenix Mercury 97-86 in Game 4 of the WNBA Finals, sweeping their way to a third championship in four seasons.
Phoenix Mercury coach Nate Tibbetts ejected from WNBA Finals Game 4 after heated argument
Read full article: Phoenix Mercury coach Nate Tibbetts ejected from WNBA Finals Game 4 after heated argumentPhoenix Mercury coach Nate Tibbetts was ejected from Game 4 of the WNBA Finals after receiving two quick technical fouls in the third quarter against the Las Vegas Aces.
Wilson hits last-second jumper to lift Aces over Mercury 90-88 for a 3-0 lead in the WNBA Finals
Read full article: Wilson hits last-second jumper to lift Aces over Mercury 90-88 for a 3-0 lead in the WNBA FinalsA’ja Wilson made a turnaround jumper with 0.3 seconds left, capping a stellar 34-point night and lifting the Las Vegas Aces over the Phoenix Mercury 90-88 in Game 3 of the WNBA Finals on Wednesday for a 3-0 lead in the best-of-seven series.
Aces' championship experience could be crucial as they take 2-0 WNBA Finals lead to Phoenix
Read full article: Aces' championship experience could be crucial as they take 2-0 WNBA Finals lead to PhoenixThe Las Vegas Aces have shown resilience as they head into Game 3 of the WNBA Finals against the Phoenix Mercury on Wednesday.
Silver says WNBA deal will get done, but relationship issues with the players must be repaired
Read full article: Silver says WNBA deal will get done, but relationship issues with the players must be repairedNBA Commissioner Adam Silver says a new collective bargaining agreement with WNBA players will be reached, but acknowledged relationship issues that must be repaired following recent criticisms of Commissioner Cathy Engelbert.
Young's record 21-point quarter propels Aces to 91-78 win over Mercury and 2-0 WNBA Finals lead
Read full article: Young's record 21-point quarter propels Aces to 91-78 win over Mercury and 2-0 WNBA Finals leadJackie Young set a WNBA Finals record with 21 points in the third quarter, leading the Las Vegas Aces to a 91-78 victory over the Phoenix Mercury on Sunday.
Napheesa Collier cancels meeting with WNBA Commissioner Engelbert amid tensions, AP source says
Read full article: Napheesa Collier cancels meeting with WNBA Commissioner Engelbert amid tensions, AP source saysMinnesota forward Napheesa Collier canceled a meeting with WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert expected to take place next week, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press on Saturday night.
A'ja Wilson and Dana Evans lead Las Vegas Aces past Phoenix Mercury 89-86 in WNBA Finals opener
Read full article: A'ja Wilson and Dana Evans lead Las Vegas Aces past Phoenix Mercury 89-86 in WNBA Finals openerA’ja Wilson and Dana Evans each scored 21 points, and the Las Vegas Aces beat the Phoenix Mercury 89-86 in Game 1 of the WNBA Finals.
WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert vows to repair player relationships after criticism by Collier
Read full article: WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert vows to repair player relationships after criticism by CollierWNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert says there’s work to be done to repair relationships with players in the league.
Caitlin Clark says Collier made 'valid' points and Commissioner Engelbert hasn't contacted her
Read full article: Caitlin Clark says Collier made 'valid' points and Commissioner Engelbert hasn't contacted herCaitlin Clark says WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert hasn’t reached out to her in the aftermath of Napheesa Collier’s statement about an alleged private conversation in which the league’s leader made comments about Clark.
Napheesa Collier slammed the WNBA's leadership. Here's why that matters
Read full article: Napheesa Collier slammed the WNBA's leadership. Here's why that mattersNapheesa Collier, a Minnesota Lynx player and vice president of the WNBA players union, is preparing for tense negotiations with WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert.
A'ja Wilson and Las Vegas chase a third WNBA title in four years as they face Phoenix in Finals
Read full article: A'ja Wilson and Las Vegas chase a third WNBA title in four years as they face Phoenix in FinalsA’ja Wilson and the Las Vegas Aces are looking to accomplish something only done once before by winning a third WNBA championship in four seasons.
Aces beat Fever 107-98 in OT of Game 5 of semis, advance to WNBA Finals to face the Phoenix Mercury
Read full article: Aces beat Fever 107-98 in OT of Game 5 of semis, advance to WNBA Finals to face the Phoenix MercuryA’ja Wilson scored 35 points and Jackie Young added 32 to lead the Las Vegas Aces back to the WNBA Finals.
Napheesa Collier tells of private chat with Engelbert that she said exposed a problematic leader
Read full article: Napheesa Collier tells of private chat with Engelbert that she said exposed a problematic leaderNapheesa Collier delivered a blistering assessment of the WNBA and its commissioner as she sat in front of the media with a prepared statement and disclosed private conversations she said she had with Cathy Engelbert that portrayed her as a leader who lacks accountability.