The WNBA and the WNBPA are set to meet in person on Monday to discuss the ongoing collective bargaining agreement (CBA) negotiations. These talks have stalled in recent weeks, with the 2026 season fast approaching. Key figures, including Kelsey Plum, Napheesa Collier, and Breanna Stewart, are expected to attend the meeting, aiming to find common ground. This meeting is critical for the league's future.

The current CBA has been a point of contention with the players opting out of the last agreement fifteen months ago. The primary sticking point involves revenue sharing. With the 2026 season schedule already released, the league faces a tight timeline. A new agreement is needed to facilitate the expansion draft and free agency, affecting team rosters and WNBA player movement.

Players are hoping that face-to-face discussions will help resolve the issues. The WNBPA submitted a proposal a month ago, but the league has yet to respond, seeking a more “realistic” offer. The league and the players need to come to an agreement soon to avoid any disruptions to the upcoming season. The draft is scheduled for April 13th.