WNBA players have unanimously approved the new collective bargaining agreement (CBA) with the league, a landmark development announced by WNBPA president Nneka Ogwumike on ESPN's 'First Take.' The players' union reported that over 90% of players participated in the ratification vote, resulting in a decisive 'yes' for the seven-year deal. This approval now sends the agreement to the WNBA Board of Governors for final approval. The CBA represents a significant shift, including a revenue-sharing model unprecedented in women's sports, which will increase the salary cap from $7 million in 2026 to potentially exceeding $10 million by the deal's end.

Other key changes include salary increases, an expanded regular season starting in 2027, and continued housing support for players. The WNBA hailed the agreement as 'one of the most transformational labor agreements ever reached in major professional sports,' ensuring the 2026 season begins on schedule May 8th.