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Kelsey Plum Sets Stage as WNBA CBA Talks Get High-Stakes Update

The clock is ticking as CBA negotiations continue to stall between the WNBA and WNBPA. Both sides will convene in New York City on Monday for their latest meeting -- one that could determine the course of the WNBA offseason and beyond.

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Paige Bueckers gets 100% real on Caitlin Clark rivalry

Paige Bueckers and Caitlin Clark have become two of the biggest breakout stars in the WNBA since entering the league. The two were first overall picks in back-to-back years, so it should come as no surprise that they get compared to and pitted against one another constantly.

WNBA News / Swish Appeal / January 30

Nneka Ogwumike, Kelsey Plum and Napheesa Collier are set to attend a face-to-face WNBA CBA meeting in New York

The frozen collective bargaining agreement (CBA) negotiations between the WNBA and WNBPA might begin to thaw on Monday. On Feb. 2, representatives from the league and union are scheduled to hold a face-to-face meeting in New York.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / January 30

Sophie Cunningham Makes Announcement on Friday

The Indiana Fever signed guard Sophie Cunningham in 2025 to pair her with stars Caitlin Clark, Aliyah Boston, and Kelsey Mitchell as part of a revamped roster.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / January 30

Unrivaled’s Best Lineups Reveal a Common Indiana Fever Theme

The Indiana Fever have arguably the strongest core in the WNBA moving forward. That foundation is built around consecutive No. 1 overall picks — Aliyah Boston in 2023 and Caitlin Clark in 2024 — along with franchise cornerstone Kelsey Mitchell and high-energy contributor Lexie Hull.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / January 30

Report: WNBA, players union to hold CBA talks on Monday

The WNBA and its players association are scheduled to meet on Monday in New York to take up talks about a new collective bargaining agreement, ESPN reported Friday.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / January 30

WNBA, Dallas Wings Get Big Update on Latest CBA Negotiations

The Dallas Wings and the rest of the WNBA are making progress when it comes to negotiating a new collective bargaining agreement. According to USA Today reporter Mason Smith, the WNBA and Players Union will meet early next week to learn more about how to come to an agreement ahead of the 2026 season.

WNBA News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / January 30

WNBA player meeting set with league next week in NYC

The WNBA’s future is uncertain at best, given that there is still no CBA in place. Both sides, the players’ association and the league, remain at odds.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 30

How Mercury's Bonner Won Another Award

The 2010 season was a significant year for the Phoenix Mercury. They won the championship the previous year, as they beat the Indiana Fever 3-2 to win it all.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 30

Mercury Stars Shine, Team Loses Season Series

The Phoenix Mercury won some of their 2019 season series, and their matchup with the Washington Mystics is an example. They beat the Mystics 2-1 in that series, and their wins were blowouts.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / January 30

How WNBA CBA Uncertainty Impacts Indiana Fever

Anticipation for the 2026 WNBA season should be building right now. The schedule was released last week, and for the Indiana Fever specifically, the start of a new year means the return of a healthy Caitlin Clark to the floor.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 30

Mercury Celebrate Kathryn Westbeld

The Phoenix Mercury had several new faces in the 2025 season, as they brought in two new stars. They added Satou Sabally and Alyssa Thomas, and both of them played well in their first season in Phoenix.

WNBA News / Swish Appeal / January 30

Look for hometown gals Natasha Cloud and Kahleah Copper to show out when Philly is Unrivaled

The last time major women’s professional basketball was played in Philadelphia, local gal Dawn Staley was in the spotlight. The now-legendary head coach

Dallas Wings News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / January 30

Minnesota Native Paige Bueckers Speaks Out on ICE Actions in Home State

Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers is a native of Minnesota. She was born in Edina and attended Hopkins High School. Bueckers is a bit of a hometown hero as well, given the city of Hopkins renamed itself "Paige Bueckers" for a day to celebrate her move from UConn to the WNBA.