The WNBA Players Association officially chose to opt out of its current collective bargaining agreement with the league and will have to agree to a new deal by next fall to avoid a work stoppage.
"Players demand a new economic model higher pay, better benefits, professional standards and an equitable share of the success they've created, reflecting their true value," the organization said in a statement. "... Despite driving WNBA growth for several seasons, players still face capped salaries and limited benefits."
