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WNBA, players won’t extend CBA deadline; ‘status quo’ period expected

The WNBA and the Women's National Basketball Players Association will not extend the previous collective bargaining agreement before Friday's deadline.

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Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / January 9

What Wings star Paige Bueckers said about WNBA CBA negotiations

The Dallas Wings and the rest of the WNBA are going on strike after the league and player's association failed to agree to a new collective bargaining agreement by the Jan.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / January 9

Aliyah Boston Addresses Physical Unrivaled Clash With Lexie Hull

While Indiana Fever fans love to see their beloved players competing alongside each other, it's hard to deny that them playing against one another is at least equally as fun to watch.

WNBA News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / January 9

Azzi Fudd Weighs In on Paige Bueckers’ Personal Appearance Change

One of the biggest storylines during the last WNBA offseason was the work that Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark put in the weight room to prepare for her 2025 season.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 9

How Sabally's Scoring Helped The Mercury During The Season

Satou Sabally was one of the new faces who played for the Phoenix Mercury, and she led the team in scoring. She averaged 16.3 points during the regular season, and her season high happened right away.

Indiana Fever News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / January 9

Team USA Star Reveals What She Learned From Caitlin Clark

The highlight of the current WNBA offseason for many fans was the Team USA training camp that took place in Durham, North Carolina, last month. This presented an opportunity for fans to see many of the sport's biggest stars return to the court, many of whom hadn't competed for months.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 9

Why Mercury's Taurasi Flourished In The 2023 Season

The 2023 season was a bad year for the Phoenix Mercury, and it snapped their postseason streak. The Mercury made the playoffs every year since 2013, and after finishing 9-31, that streak was over.

Las Vegas Aces News / Bleacher Report / January 9

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WNBA News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 9

Examining Phoenix's Ties To The 1999 Hall Of Fame Class

The Women's Basketball Hall of Fame features some of the biggest names in women's basketball. Whether it was a player, a coach or anyone else, they have brought something special and meaningful to the game.

New York Liberty News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / January 9

Breanna Stewart Points to Key Date in WNBA CBA Saga

It's no secret that WNBA CBA negotiations are at a stalemate, as the second extension on the current agreement has expired without a deal. In the meantime, it appears both parties have entered a period of status quo and will continue talks without a defined deadline.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 9

Mercury's Mack Comes To Phoenix, Shines On Defensive End

Natasha Mack joined the Phoenix Mercury in 2024, and she signed a training camp contract. She started her career with the Chicago Sky back in 2021, and she played three games with them.

Las Vegas Aces News / Swish Appeal / January 9

Can Chelsea Gray keep Rose rolling against Vinyl as Unrivaled action resumes?

There was no championship hangover for Rose. After their banner-raising ceremony, Unrivaled’s inaugural champions looked ready to repeat in their season opener, routing Lunar Owls 80-62.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 9

How The Mercury Went Undefeated In Overtime Games

The Phoenix Mercury finished the 2006 season with a record of 18-16, and one of their new additions played a role in their success. The Mercury drafted Cappie Pondexter , and her career got off to an excellent start.

New York Liberty News / New York Liberty on SI / January 9

Liberty Star's Absence Highlights Unrivaled's Player-First Model

Sabrina Ionescu has officially been ruled out of potentially joining Unrivaled for the 2026 season. The league confirmed the news in a formal communication sent out on Thursday, stating the New York Liberty star guard will not participate in on-court activities during this Unrivaled campaign.

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Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 9

Why Phoenix's Stars Were Recognized In 2020

In what was a challenging time, the Phoenix Mercury managed to have a successful season. They finished the 2020 season with a record of 13-9, and they were fifth in the league.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 9

How Phoenix Swept An East Team In 2021

The Phoenix Mercury had a successful 2021 season, and it led to them reaching the WNBA Finals. They faced the Chicago Sky in that series, and the Sky beat them 3-1.

New York Liberty News / Field Level Media / January 8

Sabrina Ionescu to sit out Unrivaled season with injury

New York Liberty star Sabrina Ionescu will miss the second season of Unrivaled this winter due to an undisclosed injury. Unrivaled, the 3-on-3 women's basketball league founded by WNBA stars Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart, began its new season on Monday.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / January 8

UCLA Coach Shares Heartwarming Aliyah Boston Team USA Story

Indiana Fever stars Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston (and head coach Stephanie White) were present at the Team USA training camp in Durham, North Carolina, last month.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / January 7

Report: WNBA has not countered most recent CBA proposal

The WNBA has yet to respond to a collective bargaining agreement proposal made by the players nearly two weeks ago as the Jan. 9 deadline for a new agreement approaches, according to a report by Front Office Sports.

WNBA News / Women's Sports on ClutchPoints / January 7

Here are the standouts from Unrivaled’s season opener

With Unrivaled’s second season officially underway, all eyes are on the star WNBA players who have joined the 3-on-3 offseason league for 2026. After the first day of play, which featured all eight clubs in action, some have already managed to stand out from the pack.

Minnesota Lynx News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / January 7

WNBPA, Napheesa Collier double down on WNBA’s CBA proposal not being a ‘good deal’ as deadline looms

The WNBPA has been vocal about the tense nature of the CBA negotiations with the WNBA. But as the January 9 extended deadline quickly approaches, the players’ association’s leadership has not shied away from voicing its dissatisfaction with what the league is willing to offer.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / January 6

Indiana Fever Star Sophie Cunningham Makes Announcement Amid WNBA Offseason

Sophie Cunningham watched as the Indiana Fever produced one of the more surprising runs of the 2025 WNBA playoffs, pushing the eventual champion Las Vegas Aces to a decisive Game 5 in the semifinals despite multiple key players sidelined by injury, including Cunningham, Caitlin Clark, Aari McDonald and Sydney Colson.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / January 6

Lexie Hull's Unrivaled Teammate Should Be Fever Free Agent Target

Lexie Hull can fit next to almost anyone on the court. Hull moves without the ball, spaces the floor as a shooter, and brings unmatched energy that works with any combination of players.

Connecticut Sun News / Connecticut Sun On SI / January 6

Ranking Connecticut Sun's 7 Free Agents Based On Roster Impact

Alongside every franchise in the WNBA, the Connecticut Sun are trying to use this offseason as wisely as possible. Several players are continuing to fine-tune their skills either overseas or during Unrivaled, and head coach Rachid Meziane is mapping out how he can turn his team's hideous record back around to where it once was.

Dallas Wings News / Yardbarker / January 6