WNBA Expands to Three Cities as Players Ratify New Labor Deal
WNBA expands to three cities and players approve new seven-year labor deal.
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WNBA 2026 Season
Coverage of the 2026 WNBA season including player returns, free agency moves, expansion franchises, and collective bargaining developments.
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2026-08-18 to 2026-11-15 · UTC publication dates
Coverage begins 26 Apr, 01:06 UTC
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Caitlin Clark plays first WNBA game in nine months for Indiana Fever
Caitlin Clark returned to play in a preseason WNBA game for the Indiana Fever on Saturday after a nine-month absence due to injuries that limited her to 13 games in her second season. Clark played approximately 20-25 minutes in the game against the New York Liberty.
Satou Sabally signs with New York Liberty as free agent
Satou Sabally signed with the New York Liberty as a free agent, becoming the team's biggest offseason acquisition. She was not available for the preseason game against Indiana due to fitness conditioning.
WNBA approves expansion teams in Cleveland, Detroit, and Philadelphia
The WNBA approved the addition of expansion teams in Cleveland, Detroit, and Philadelphia, expanding the league's presence to new markets.
Caitlin Clark earns MVP honors in USA Basketball World Cup qualifying tournament
Caitlin Clark played for USA Basketball in a World Cup qualifying tournament in the previous month and earned Most Valuable Player honors in that competition.
WNBA players approve seven-year collective bargaining agreement
WNBA players approved a landmark seven-year collective bargaining agreement, establishing new terms for player compensation and working conditions.
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Clark Returns to WNBA Action After Nine-Month Absence
Clark returns to WNBA after nine-month absence; Sabally signs with New York Liberty.