The High Impact Player rule is here, but will it remain? The NWSLPA said it will take action to enforce the rights of players without specifying what that action is. So, where does that leave Rodman? frontofficesports.com/trinity-rodm...

Can confirm Rockets ownership is in ongoing discussions with the Connecticut Sun regarding the possible sale and relocation of the franchise to Houston. @alexaphilippou.bsky.social @ramonaespn.bsky.social first on today's news. frontofficesports.com/rockets-owne...

The WNBA has issued a statement in response to the WNBPA’s vote which says in part that the league strongly disagrees with the unions characterization of the current state of negotiations. Full statement:

If the WNBPA were to strike, it would mark the first work stoppage in WNBA history. However, there are still a number of required steps before that happens. This vote was the first. frontofficesports.com/wnba-players...

This does not mean that the union will call a strike. It is merely a required step in the process. Per the terms of the extended CBA the union could not strike without first opting out of the extension. Both the WNBPA and the WNBA reserve the right to opt out w. 48 hrs notice.

WNBPA issues statement explaining the executive committee has been authorized via vote to call a strike "when necessary." Per the union 93% of players participated in the vote and 98% voted in favor of the decision.

Tuesday night NBA commissioner Adam Silver said he would join WNBA CBA negotiations if necessary and expressed optimism a deal would get done. WNBA players aren’t feeling as hopeful. frontofficesports.com/adam-silver-...

An early start date & a draft combine were among the proposals from the WNBA to draw the most questions and concerns as CBA negotiations continue. How would an early start date work? Would a combine actually add value? Reaction from around the league: frontofficesports.com/wnbas-propos...

NWSL commissioner Jessica Berman has said the league would do whatever it takes to keep Trinity Rodman. Her decision to veto Rodman's contract with the Washington Spirit proves otherwise. What now? frontofficesports.com/nwsl-union-f...

WNBA CBA talks have reached the prize fight stage. As one side attempts to gain an edge, the other throws a counterpunch. Wednesday, it was the WNBPA's turn. frontofficesports.com/wnba-cba-sal...

BREAKING: The WNBA has proposed cutting team housing in addition to an earlier start date, according to multiple sources. The start date for training camp could be as early as mid-March, sources indicated, which would come with serious implications. frontofficesports.com/wnba-cba-upd...

The WNBA and WNBPA are actively negotiating terms to extend their collective bargaining agreement for a second time. The union has proposed a six-week extension. Both sides have until 11:59 ET to come to an agreement before the current CBA expires. frontofficesports.com/wnba-cba-pla...

The WNBPA says it has proposed a six-week extension in a statement provided to Front Office Sports. "We expect substantive movement from the league within this window."

By next season the PWHL could jump to 12 teams depending on the next few months and the returns from the 2025-26 Takeover Tour. To some this might seem quick, but the league's motto is simple: "Time is overrated." frontofficesports.com/pwhl-12-team...

REMINDER: The WNBA Draft Lottery is tonight at 6:30 PM ET. The Wings (42%) have the best odds, followed by the Lynx (26.1%) by way of Chicago, then the Storm (16.7%) by way of LA, the Mystics (9.5%), and the lowest odds belong to the Sky (5.5%) via CT. frontofficesports.com/the-wnba-wil...

NWSL expansion is moving at a pace all its own. Next season the league will have doubled in size from the original 8 franchises it debuted w. in 2013. By 2028, commissioner Jessica Berman wants to see 18. But can the league sustain this rapid growth? frontofficesports.com/nwsl-rapid-e...

Can confirm the New York Liberty have agreed to terms w. Warriors assistant Chris DeMarco making him the teams new head coach. DeMarco has been w. the Warriors since 2012, serving in a number of roles. Unclear at this point how long he will stay on with the Warriors. Story TK

NEW: The WNBA's latest offer to players includes a million-dollar max salary—but only if certain revenue sharing targets are hit. The base supermax in 2026 would remain in the six figures. frontofficesports.com/wnba-cba-mil...

The PWHL's Ottawa Charge is in the midst of an arena crisis after the Ottawa city council approved a renovation plan that will slash their home venue by nearly 3,000 seats. The PWHL says every option is on the table as it assesses the team's future. frontofficesports.com/pwhl-will-co...

The WNBA's latest CBA proposal includes a max salary exceeding $1 million. As the Nov. 30 deadline approaches, where do things stand? frontofficesports.com/wnba-cba-off...

Springfield, Illinois will be the home to the WPBL in its inaugural season. The league—which will feature four teams in year one—will play all of its games at Robin Roberts Stadium. More on the league's Series A investment + salaries here: frontofficesports.com/womens-pro-b...

The Sky were the only team to bid for the 2026 WNBA All-Star game, sources told me. The WNBA recruited Indiana to host in 2025. The Aces hosted 3 of the 4 All-Star games before 2024. Why has there been such a disinterest in playing host? And is that changing? frontofficesports.com/wnba-all-sta...

Following Project B's announced signing of Nneka Ogwumike questions were raised regarding funding. While Project B denies it is backed in any way by Saudi Arabia, there is a connection: Sela, a subsidiary of the Saudi PIF, is a league event partner. frontofficesports.com/project-b-wo...

Following Project B's announced signing of Nneka Ogwumike questions were raised regarding funding. While Project B denies it is backed in any way by Saudi Arabia, there is a connection: Sela, a subsidiary of the Saudi PIF, is a league event partner. frontofficesports.com/project-b-wo...

Project B is offering WNBA stars multi-million dollar salaries to play in the startup league, multiple sources told me. So, what threat does the global league pose? And to whom? frontofficesports.com/wnba-project...

Monarch Collective, the U.S. based investment firm focused solely on women's sports, has gone international buying a stake in German Women’s Bundesliga club FC Viktoria Berlin. frontofficesports.com/monarch-coll...

The Tempo introduced Sandy Brondello as the franchise's first coach this AM. While the terms of her deal were not disclosed, multiple sources told me she will earn a seven-figure salary annually making her one of the highest paid coaches in the WNBA. frontofficesports.com/sandy-bronde...

The WNBA & WNBPA agreed to a 30-day extension with the condition that either side can terminate the extension at any time with 48 hours notice. So, now what? And how did we get here? frontofficesports.com/wnba-and-wnb...

Two Sky greats will be inducted into the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame next summer. Candace Parker and Elena Delle Donne headline the 2026 class announced Thursday.

The current CBA was set to expire on Friday before the WNBA and WNBPA agreed to a 30-day extension. Set your clocks, the new deadline is Nov. 30. frontofficesports.com/wnba-and-pla...

Dominique Malonga headlined Unrivaled's final player announcements amid a dispute with Turkish club Fenerbahçe. According to club, Malonga terminated her contract "without just cause." Ten days later, Unrivaled announced her as its final player. frontofficesports.com/dominique-ma...

Unrivaled's final three players: Aari McDonald, Rebecca Allen and Dominique Malonga.

I'm told players have not yet agreed to the WNBA's proposed 30 day extension as talks continue. Sources tell me both sides are meeting today.

Angel Reese adds her name to list of trademarks filed this year, including "Mebounds" a phrase she flipped into a six-figure-earning brand. frontofficesports.com/after-meboun...

The WNBA has proposed a 30-day extension to continue CBA negotiations with the WNBPA. This comes on the heels of a weeks worth of heated exchanges between both parties and just days ahead of the Oct. 31 deadline. frontofficesports.com/wnba-propose...

The public barbs continue between the WNBA and the WNBPA. In a statement provided to FOS the league is accusing the union of "disseminating public misinformation" while urging them to join in "constructive engagement across the table." More: frontofficesports.com/wnba-cba-dea...

Sonia Raman has agreed to a multiyear deal to become the Seattle Storm's new head coach leaving the Liberty with the last remaining vacancy in the WNBA. frontofficesports.com/storm-sonia-...

Former Liberty assistant Sonia Raman has agreed to a multiyear deal to become the Storm's new HC, a source confirmed to me. She also interviewed for the Liberty's HC job. Raman was an assistant with the Grizzlies from 2020-24 before joining the Liberty.

The Dallas Wings are closing in on a deal to make Jose Fernandez the franchise's fourth coach in five seasons. USF, where he coached for over two decades, already announced his departure on social media. frontofficesports.com/dallas-wings...

NEWS: Robin Roberts, Olivia Walton & Amy Griffin are the three latest investors in the Liberty, completing the round of investment announced in May, valuing the team at $450 million. The investment from this group will support the construction of the practice facility.

On Monday, Fenerbahçe announced Seattle Storm forward Dominique Malonga had "unilaterally terminated her professional player contract with our club without any just cause." BC of a required letter of clearance this could impede her return to the WNBA. frontofficesports.com/dominique-ma...

The Portland Fire prematurely announced NBA assistant Alex Sarama as the franchise's head coach on LinkedIn Tuesday AM. Multiple sources told me that while a contract has not yet been finalized, Sarama is expected to be announced in the coming days. frontofficesports.com/portland-fir...

According to multiple sources, the WNBA's latest CBA proposal includes a supermax closer to $850,000 & a vet min hovering around $300,000 in year 1 The two sides remain at odds w. Engelbert's frayed relationships extending to team presidents and owners. frontofficesports.com/standoff-ove...

NEWS: Caitlin Clark will not join the second season of Unrivaled, sources familiar with the matter told me today. The league's second season tips off Jan. 5th and will include a slate of games being played outside of its Miami base in Philadelphia. frontofficesports.com/caitlin-clar...

As the Oct. 31 deadline nears, the union and league appear further apart than ever. Where does the league go after its stars lambasted commissioner Cathy Engelbert? frontofficesports.com/wnba-naphees...

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Cheryl Reeve will watch from her hotel room as the Lynx play a must-win Game 4 against the Phoenix Mercury on Sunday night. Her one-game suspension for “conduct and comments during and after" Game 3 spotlights the WNBA's officiating issues. frontofficesports.com/cheryl-reeve...

Sandy Brondello's 4-year tenure with the Liberty included leading the franchise to its first WNBA title in 2024. Tuesday, the team announced her contract would not be renewed bringing the league's coaching vacancies to four: frontofficesports.com/liberty-fire...

BREAKING: After four seasons with the Liberty—including winning a title in 2024—Sandy Brondello is out as head coach.

The WNBA has no Black women in HC positions for the first time since 2020 after the Storm's decision not to renew Noelle Quinn's contract. She was the first fired this offseason, but where do other franchises stand on coaching changes? More: frontofficesports.com/wnba-noelle-...