The WNBA is gearing up for an exciting offseason following a remarkable year that saw record ratings, attendance, and a first-time champion in New York. As the confetti settled at Barclays Center after Game 5 of the WNBA Finals, attention quickly turned to 2025.
The players' union recently opted out of the current collective bargaining agreement, a move anticipated with a new 11-year media rights deal valued at around $200 million per year starting in 2026. Negotiations for a new agreement are on the horizon, with players seeking a larger share of revenue, improved pensions, and higher salaries.
