There had been six to seven direct CBA offers from the WNBA to the players’ association, looking to lure them into the new terms. The WNBPA, though, held on to their demands and took a stronger step in December, voting for the strike call. Alysha Clark, the vice president on the WNBPA’s executive committee, was part of this process.
Recently, Kelsey Plum and other WNBPA members’ statements hint at players backing down on strike talk amid CBA deadlock and 2026 season uncertainty. But Clark cleared the air via her interaction with a reporter.
Alysha Clark Puts WNBA on Alert
The WNBA is looking to close the CBA chapter by March 10 and proceed with the processes to get the season on the floor by May 8. While players also showed their support for the initiative, rumors floated around players fearing the season uncertainty and also possibly backing down from the strike option.
The former Seattle Storm star came forward to explain the stance of the players’ association and its members. Replying to a thread by Callie J Law, she wrote, “Hey Callie, this is not accurate. The strike is very much still on the table.”
An exchange from threads with Alysha Clark, who is a vice president on the WNBPA’s executive committee:
— Callie Fin (@Callie__Fin) March 2, 2026
“A strike is very much still on the table” pic.twitter.com/rOMnoRGnCO
In her posts, she explained the situation. She showed trust in the reporter and added, “Players expressing their personal opinion on not loving the idea of a strike vs it is being taken off the table is very different. I know some of the interviews I have watched also said we are prepared and have been preparing should one be called.”
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Her strong and confident words highlight true feelings about the rumors and certainly clear any doubt over the possible strike. Nneka Ogwumike also earlier maintained the meaning of ‘strike vote’ as the WNBA continues to work on getting the desired deal.
Alysha Clark Remains Intriguing Free Agent For Expansion Teams
On the floor, the three-time champion is an unrestricted free agent who has been in the league for nearly one and a half decades. She played for the Seattle Storm with Sue Bird and Breanna Stewart, and also in the Aces team with Chelsea Gray and A’ja Wilson.
As for the expansion teams, the player would be a very intriguing signing considering her winning mentality, leadership, and experience in the league. Performance-wise, the player won the sixth player of the year accolade in 2023, showcasing her capability to deliver as a backup forward.