Overview

• After denying quotes Collier attributed to her about Caitlin Clark and player gratitude, Commissioner Cathy Engelbert said there were inaccuracies and had planned to meet with Collier during the Finals.
• Napheesa Collier called off that meeting and reiterated she was fed up in a conversation with Kamala Harris at a Los Angeles summit.
• Multiple players and coaches voiced support for Collier, with endorsements from figures including Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, Sophie Cunningham and Stephanie White, and Satou Sabally saying the dispute feels personal for players.
• NBA commissioner Adam Silver said the conflict has become too personal, expressed confidence a new CBA will be reached, and signaled he is available to help if needed.
• The current WNBA collective bargaining agreement expires Oct. 31, and Engelbert has indicated a short extension is possible if talks are close as negotiations continue under intensified scrutiny.