2026 WNBA rookies, including Azzi Fudd and Kiki Rice, gathered with vets like Nneka Ogwumike and Tina Charles for a dinner ahead of the draft. The new collective bargaining agreement has significantly increased rookie salaries, with the first overall pick set to earn nearly seven times what Paige Bueckers made last year. The veterans shared insights on the league grind and handling the spotlight, inspiring the rookies with tales of the unions determination to secure these changes. The dinner highlighted the leagues growth and the opportunities now available to draftees. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/39a706f4e64b541d

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