WNBPA Closes Revenue Gap in Latest CBA Offer

Proposal reduces league's projected losses by $200M, bringing sides closer to deal

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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The WNBPA's latest labor proposal has significantly reduced the revenue gap between players and the WNBA league, sources confirmed. The union's offer of an average 27.5% revenue share would result in $460M in losses for the league over the deal, down from the initial $660M projected under the players' previous 30% request. This 2.5% concession by the union has closed the gap by around $200M, suggesting a 22-23% revenue share could potentially end the CBA stalemate.

Why it matters

The WNBA and its players' union have been locked in contentious CBA negotiations, with the key sticking point being the revenue share. This latest development shows the two sides are moving closer together, raising hopes of a deal being reached that would ensure labor peace and the continued growth of the women's professional basketball league.

The details

The WNBPA's mid-December proposal had requested about a 30% share of league and team revenue, which would have cost the WNBA $700M in losses over the deal. But the league informed the union the expected losses from a 30% split were actually $660M. The union's latest offer of an average 27.5% split would result in $460M in losses, a $200M reduction. The WNBA pushed back on the 27.5% offer, calling it 'unrealistic', but sources say a 22-23% revenue share could ultimately end the stalemate.

  • The WNBPA made its latest proposal on Tuesday, February 18, 2026.
  • The WNBA responded with a statement on Tuesday night, February 18, 2026.

The players

WNBPA

The Women's National Basketball Players Association, the labor union representing players in the WNBA.

WNBA

The Women's National Basketball Association, the professional women's basketball league in the United States.

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What’s next

The WNBA is expected to counteroffer soon, with the two sides also still trying to sort out the issue of expenses. The housing benefit for players is another key issue that is still being negotiated.

The takeaway

This latest development in the WNBA's CBA negotiations shows the two sides are making progress towards a deal, with the players' union significantly reducing its revenue share demand. While challenges remain, the narrowing of the revenue gap raises optimism that an agreement can be reached to ensure the continued growth and stability of the women's professional basketball league.