The unprecedented WNBA free agency period is approaching with over 100 players set to hit the market. Delayed by CBA negotiations, this unique situation means 80% of the league's players are currently unsigned. Two stars have already committed to the New York Liberty, with Breanna Stewart announcing her return to Brooklyn and Sabrina Ionescu confirming she'll re-sign with the team after their successful run together.

The new collective bargaining agreement introduces a $7 million salary cap for 2026 and a $1.4 million supermax option. While MVP candidates A'ja Wilson intends to re-sign with Las Vegas, other stars like Napheesa Collier and Alyssa Thomas appear likely to stay with their current teams. The expansion draft on Friday will further impact the free agency landscape as teams can protect only five players from being selected.

Among the top free agents, players like Kahleah Copper, Chelsea Gray, and Kelsey Mitchell are expected to receive maximum contracts. Teams will balance short-term needs with long-term roster planning in this condensed free agency period. The resulting team configurations will determine which rosters have the resources to compete for the 2026 championship as the league enters a new era of financial flexibility.