The CBA discussions highlighted the difference between the WNBA and the WNBPA. The league and the players’ associations shared proposals, keeping March 10 as the league’s deadline. But ESPN earlier reported a rift within the players’ union, which also affected the CBA talks. Breanna Stewart and Kelsey Plum’s recent actions supported the claim.
Former champions and members of the executive committee were unhappy with recent developments in the Union and complained to the Union Executive Director, Terri Jackson.
Breanna Stewart and Kelsey Plum Are Unhappy With WNBPA Working.
The WNBA’s unity was one of the key reasons the players kept pushing for their demands and also threatened a strike, putting the league under pressure. But as per ESPN’s latest report, two megastars from the PA put the association on alert.
As per the details open by ESPN, “We are frustrated that we have not made more progress as we near the March 10 deadline. and we believe this is a result of a breakdown in communication between you and the Executive Committee and players more broadly.”
Filed to ESPN: EXCLUSIVE: Plum, Stewart raise concerns over WNBPA's handling of CBA talks
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The duo wrote in the letter, “We do not feel like we have an adequate seat at the table in these negotiations.”
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The WNBPA lowered its revenue-sharing percentage to 26% in its recent proposal, and the WNBA also responded to the same within 48 hours. The fate of the 2026 season will depend on the two sides’ upcoming discussions, which are crucial, given that May 8 marks the start of the 2026 season.
While the veteran stars opened up on their frustration in the WNBA front, they are thriving in the Unrivaled league.
Breanna Stewart And Kelsey Plum Face Off in Unrivaled Final
The Unrivaled league will have its champion in March, with the top two teams – Phantom BC and Mist BC facing each other for the ultimate prize. Both sides overcame tougher challengers – Vinyl BC and Breeze BC, respectively.
The stage is set, championship game on March 4th 9:30pm EST on TNT, truTV and HBO Max🤩 pic.twitter.com/c2AzJ7UiKS
— Unrivaled Basketball (@Unrivaledwbb) March 3, 2026
Mist BC, led by Stewart, will have its whole roster available for the game, while the Phantom BC will be without Aliyah Boston, who suffered a season-ending injury, and Kelsey Plum will have to make extra efforts to clinch the team’s first title.