Breanna Stewart, Kiki Rice Discuss WNBA CBA, March Madness Legacies

Hoops 360 podcast breaks down historic WNBA labor deal and looks ahead to NCAA tournament

Mar. 18, 2026 at 11:35pm

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In the latest episode of the Hoops 360 podcast, hosts Caroline Fenton, Cassandra Negley, and basketball analyst Isis 'Ice' Young break down the newly agreed-upon WNBA collective bargaining agreement. WNBA superstar Breanna Stewart joins the show to discuss the negotiation process and reflect on her championship season. UCLA guard Kiki Rice also stops by to share her mindset heading into March Madness as the Bruins chase their first national title. The crew also debates which coaches and players have a chance to cement their legacy as March Madness legends this season.

Why it matters

The new WNBA CBA is a landmark deal that will significantly impact the league and its players for years to come. Meanwhile, the NCAA tournament is one of the most exciting events in sports, with players and coaches having the opportunity to cement their legacies through tournament success.

The details

The Hoops 360 podcast dives deep into the details of the new WNBA CBA, which includes increased salaries, improved benefits, and more. Breanna Stewart, one of the league's biggest stars, shares her perspective on the negotiation process and the impact the deal will have. The show also previews the upcoming NCAA tournament, with UCLA's Kiki Rice discussing her team's championship aspirations. The hosts also debate which coaches and players could solidify their place in March Madness history this year.

  • The new WNBA CBA was recently agreed upon.
  • The 2023 NCAA Men's and Women's Basketball Tournaments will take place in March 2023.

The players

Breanna Stewart

A WNBA superstar who plays for the Unrivaled team and was a key figure in the negotiations for the new WNBA collective bargaining agreement.

Kiki Rice

A guard for the UCLA Bruins women's basketball team, who is looking to lead her team to their first NCAA championship.

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What they’re saying

“This new CBA is going to be historic.”

— Breanna Stewart

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

What’s next

The 2023 NCAA Men's and Women's Basketball Tournaments will take place in March 2023, where players and coaches will have the opportunity to cement their legacies.

The takeaway

The new WNBA CBA represents a significant step forward for the league and its players, while the upcoming NCAA tournament promises to be an exciting showcase of the best college basketball talent, with players and coaches having the chance to solidify their place in March Madness history.