The deadline for the WNBA and the WNBPA to agree upon a new Collective Bargaining Agreement passed on January 9th. Both parties reportedly remain far apart in their expectations for a new deal. And the early repercussions are being felt,

The WNBA's negotiations with its players are expected to enter a "status quo" period. Here's what happens next.

Until there’s an expansion draft and the 2026 WNBA Draft, it remains unclear who is coming to play for the Portland Fire. Regardless, there is already a few players and coaches in the WNBA who have ties to Oregon.

There has never been a strike in the league's 30-year history, but it appears possible as Friday's deadline approaches.

The WNBPA, however, has reportedly countered with a proposal for the players to get 30% of gross revenue, moving the salary cap in 2026 to around $10.5 million with a max salary around $2.5 million. Sources tell CBS Sports that the WNBA has not yet submitted a formal counter to the WNBPA's latest offer, which was submitted a couple of weeks ago.

Brittney Griner, Aari McDonald and Kahleah Copper are all sidelined as Unrivaled gears up for its second day of action.

It has been nearly a month since the WNBA players union announced that their executive committee would be able to call a strike if they deem it necessary amid stalled negotiations with the league. With no real change and a lockout or strike looming,