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Al Arabiya
2 days ago
- Business
- Al Arabiya
WNBA players and league officials meet for CBA discussions during All-Star weekend
WNBA players and league officials met Thursday before the start of the All-Star weekend festivities for discussions on a new collective bargaining agreement. All-Stars Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers, and Angel Reese were among about 40 players, most wearing business suits, who took part in the first face-to-face meeting featuring players since December. Players opted out of the current CBA last October and are seeking a better revenue sharing model, increased salaries, improved benefits, and a softer salary cap. The sides are far apart in preliminary discussions and agreed to another meeting this weekend. 'I don't know that I'm going to say progress, but we had spirited conversation,' said Terri Carmichael Jackson, the executive director of the Women's National Basketball Players Association. If a deal isn't done by the end of October, some players, including Napheesa Collier and Reese, have mentioned the potential of a walkout, which could present some immediate problems. The league has two new teams in Portland and Toronto starting next season, and the expansion draft has typically been in December. Free agency usually starts in January. The league has never lost a game to a work stoppage since it started in 1997. Jackson said the sides would eventually get to a new deal though wouldn't say if they got any closer to it Thursday. 'I think we're on track to get back to meeting and to engaging in conversations that will lead us to a CBA,' she said. Jackson said Thursday was the most players the union ever had in the room and was particularly impressed by the number of young stars such as Clark who have helped spark unprecedented growth across nearly every business metric from attendance and viewership. There's also the new 2.2 billion media rights deal that will start next season, and the league plans to expand to 18 teams by 2030 with each of the three new teams paying 250 million expansion fee. Players sent the league an initial proposal in February that the league finally responded to last month. Jackson believes the sides can overcome that slow start. 'I think we have plenty of time,' she said.
Associated Press
2 days ago
- Business
- Associated Press
WNBA players and league officials meet for CBA discussions during All-Star weekend
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — WNBA players and league officials met Thursday before the start of the All-Star weekend festivities for discussions on a new collective bargaining agreement. All-Stars Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese were among about 40 players who took part in the first face-to-face meeting featuring players since December. Players opted out of the current CBA last October and are seeking a better revenue sharing model, increased salaries, improved benefits, and a softer salary cap. The sides are far apart in preliminary discussions and agreed to another meeting this weekend. ___ AP WNBA:
Washington Post
2 days ago
- Business
- Washington Post
WNBA players and league officials meet for CBA discussions during All-Star weekend
INDIANAPOLIS — WNBA players and league officials met Thursday before the start of the All-Star weekend festivities for discussions on a new collective bargaining agreement. All-Stars Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese were among about 40 players who took part in the first face-to-face meeting featuring players since December. Players opted out of the current CBA last October and are seeking a better revenue sharing model, increased salaries, improved benefits, and a softer salary cap. The sides are far apart in preliminary discussions and agreed to another meeting this weekend. ___ AP WNBA:
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
WNBA All-Star weekend: Fever star Caitlin Clark joins loaded 3-point contest, Kayla McBride named All-Star Game replacement
Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark routinely shows off her long-range prowess to lead the team to victory in front of the home-town fans. This time, though, she'll fire up threes to prove she's the best. Clark will take part in the three-point contest during WNBA All-Star weekend. She'll join New York Liberty guard Sabrina Ionescu, Los Angels Sparks star Kelsey Plum, Atlanta Dream guard Allisha Gray, Washington Mystics rookie Sonia Citron at the event, which will be held at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, the league announced Tuesday. Advertisement Clark's performance should draw plenty of interest. The 23-year-old did not participate in the event as a rookie, though did take part in the All-Star Game. The event came with Clark in the midst of a fantastic rookie season, which culminated in her taking home the Rookie of the Year award and earning an All-WNBA team selection. Ionescu also passed on the event last season. While she did not take part in the WNBA's three-point contest, she did participate in a three-point competition against Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry during the 2024 NBA All-Star weekend. Curry defeated Ionescu by just three points in an event that was well-received by fans. Both sides considered holding the competition again in 2025, but with more talent. Those plans eventually fell through, though Clark was reportedly asked to take part in it. She declined, saying she wanted her first three-point contest to "be at WNBA All-Star in Indianapolis this summer," paving the way for Tuesday's announcement. While Clark will be one of favorites to win the event, she hasn't shot particularly well on threes this season. Through 12 games, Clark is shooting 29 percent from beyond the arc, a drop from last year's 34 percent success rate from long range. Advertisement Clark has battled multiple injuries this season, which may have something to do with her shooting struggles. Holding the event at Gainbridge Fieldhouse should be a massive help, though, as Clark is shooting 39 percent from three-point range at home this season. Ionescu is also having a down year from beyond the arc, shooting 31 percent on three pointers. That figure is lowest of her career. Citron could be a dark-horse candidate to win the event. The rookie is shooting 36 percent on her three-point attempts this season. Kayla McBride named All-Star Game replacement Minnesota Lynx guard Kayla McBride is heading back to the WNBA All-Star Game. McBride was selected as a replacement for Rhyne Howard on Tuesday. Howard was diagnosed with a knee injury Monday that is expected to keep her out of action for the rest of July. Howard was drafted as a reserve by Team Collier. Advertisement McBride, 33, will take that stop with Howard injured. It will mark the fifth time in her career McBride has made the All-Star team. The Lynx mainstay is out to a solid start to the season, and is averaging 14.1 points and 3.1 assists over her first 19 games. This story will be updated.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Caitlin Clark and Teammate Known as Trash Talkers
Caitlin Clark and Teammate Known as Trash Talkers originally appeared on Athlon Sports. There's no doubt that both Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham of the Indiana Fever make their presence known on the basketball court. Though their styles differ, each brings something valuable to the team. Advertisement Clark consistently knocks down shots and controls the offense, while Cunningham focuses on the less glamorous parts of the game — defense, hustle play and leadership. Both are also earning reputations as vocal competitors. Clark, who was known for her fiery personality at Iowa, led her team to back-to-back NCAA tournament title games and has brought that same intensity to her second WNBA season. Cunningham, meanwhile, brings a physical edge to her game. Her toughness, grit and vocal leadership make her a respected presence in the locker room. A recent WNBA player survey conducted by The Athletic asked players to name the league's best trash talkers. Both Clark and Cunningham received a vote, highlighting their competitive spirit and growing reputations around the league. Advertisement Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark.© Grace Smith/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images The top spot went to Alyssa Thomas of the Phoenix Mercury. Courtney Williams, Marina Mabrey and Skylar Diggins also received multiple votes and are widely recognized for their relentless verbal games on the court. Clark and Cunningham continue to be among the most talked about players in the WNBA, whether it's for their play or their personalities. Fans appreciate their energy and edge, even if opponents don't always feel the same. Fever coach Stephanie White has a competitive practice environment to manage with vocal leaders like Clark and Cunningham, along with former South Carolina standout Aliyah Boston. Advertisement Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) talks to Seattle Storm guard Victoria Vivians (35).© Joe Timmerman/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK Clark is currently averaging 16.7 points and nine assists per game despite dealing with various injuries, limiting her to only 12 games played this season. In a recent 102-83 win over Dallas, she tallied 14 points and handed out 13 assists. Cunningham is averaging 6.3 points and 4.2 rebounds per game as one of the key contributors off the bench. The former University of Missouri star was selected 13th overall in the 2019 WNBA draft and continues to bring toughness and energy to Indiana's rotation. Related: Aces Coach Becky Hammon Offers Blunt Assessment After Blowout Loss to Fever Related: Caitlin Clark Fans Are Laughing at Angel Reese After Chicago Sky Game This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 14, 2025, where it first appeared.
