WNBA Players Consider Opting Out of CBA Amid Record Growth

With a historic media deal in place, players seek improved salaries and benefits before the November deadline.

The WNBA and its players' union face a November 1 deadline to opt out of the current collective bargaining agreement, which is set to expire in 2027.
Players aim to negotiate higher salaries following an 11-year, $200 million annual media rights deal with Disney, Amazon Prime, and NBC.
Key demands from the players include pensions, better child care benefits, and formalizing the league's charter flight system.
WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert emphasizes the league's financial health and increased player visibility in marketing campaigns.
If the union opts out, the current agreement will remain in effect for the next season, allowing time for negotiations.