The WNBA And Players’ Union Have A Verbal Agreement On A New CBA - Defector

The WNBA and the players’ union have reported a verbal agreement on a new CBA that would raise maximum salaries above $1 million, increase minimum pay, and expand benefits including a pregnancy clause; the deal still needs formal player ratification. The league’s decision not to rescind Caitlin Clark’s technical foul has inflamed public debate about discipline and player treatment, which could influence player sentiment during the ratification process. The dispute highlights how on-court discipline and broader labor issues are intersecting as the new agreement is finalized.