WNBA and Players’ Union Reach ‘Historic Deal’From negotiations to victory — the WNBA and its players reach a historic CBA deal. Zena and Layshia, joined by Sabreena, break down key changes in revenue sharing, salary caps, and player benefits, as well as the timeline for the upcoming season.
Next, Zena and Layshia explore the evolution of CBA negotiations, the influence of star power, and the players’ fight for dignity, representation, and equality.
Finally, we wrap up with a new segment, ‘And One More Thing,’ highlighting a story or idea worth your attention.

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00:00 Intro
01:53 An overview of the CBA agreement
03:05 How salaries will look under the new CBA
06:32 Details on housing and parental leave are still unknown
08:34 Training camp is set to begin as scheduled on April 19
10:40 A look back at differences in past CBAs
25:49 How life-changing will this new deal be for the players?
32:17 What happens next once the CBA deal is signed?
34:29 A look at the free agency frenzy
40:13 How can players’ demands be balanced?
42:40 The importance of strength in numbers

Related links and articles:
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7126514/2026/03/18/whats-next-wnba-cba-deal/ by Sabreena Merchant

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7113991/2026/03/18/wnba-players-new-labor-deal/ by Mike Vorkunov, Sabreena Merchant and The Athletic Staff

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