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How the new WNBA CBA transforms player pay

Podcast: Make Me Smart
Published: May 7, 2026
Duration seconds: 1147
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Summary

The WNBA’s 30th season tips off tomorrow. This year, things look a lot different for players after the league and players union recently signed a landmark collective bargaining agreement (CBA). On today’s show, The Athletic’s Annie Costabile joins Kimberly to break down how the deal has transformed the way players are paid. Plus, has women’s basketball ever really been given the chance to maximize its earning potential?