WNBA and Players Union Reach Historic Agreement: New CBA Links Player Pay to League Revenue, Boosts Salaries and Benefits The WNBA and its players union have reached a groundbreaking collective bargaining agreement, marking the first time player pay will directly tie to league revenue. The new deal, which still requires formal approval, promises significant salary increases, with the average salary set to reach around $600,000 and minimum salaries surpassing $300,000. The agreement also introduces a supermax starting at $1.4 million. In addition to the salary boosts, players will now receive an average revenue share of nearly 20%, and the new salary cap starts at $7 million, a substantial increase from the previous $1.5 million. The deal also includes improved parental leave, housing, facilities, and retirement perks. The agreement comes after months of tough negotiations following the expiration of the old CBA last October. Players had previously opted out, pushing for a fairer split of revenue amid the leagues growth. The new CBA, if approved, will ensure the 2026 season stays on track, with expansion drafts for new teams in Toronto and Portland, free agency for most players, and the regular season tipping off on May 8th. 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/05ff31bbb2544bca

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