NEW YORK (AP) — The WNBA and its players’ union reached a preliminary agreement on a new collective bargaining agreement, aiming to significantly increase player salaries and reflect the league’s growth. WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert noted a shared commitment to the game’s expansion, while union president Nneka Ogwumike highlighted revenue sharing as a key advancement. The deal follows intense negotiations and is set to be finalized and ratified ahead of the league’s 30th season starting May 8. Both sides expressed hope that this historic agreement will empower future generations of female athletes.
