WNBA players ‘bracing’ for work stoppage with pivotal meeting looming

The WNBA faces a potential labor stoppage after this season due to lagging negotiations between the league and the Women’s National Basketball Players Association. Players had opted out of the current collective bargaining agreement in October 2023 hoping a year would provide ample time to reach a new deal before the agreement expires post-season.

However, with the October 31 deadline just 108 days away at the time of reporting, multiple anonymous sources familiar with negotiations indicate players are "bracing" for a work stoppage. This preparation stems from concerns that the pace of talks must increase dramatically in the near future to avoid disruption.

A pivotal meeting between WNBA players, union executives, and league officials is scheduled for Thursday in Indianapolis, marking a critical juncture in the negotiation process.