"It's complex, but we're working towards a win-win deal like we've been saying, transformational deal for these players. That balances all the things we've been trying to balance with continued investment by our owners. So, we're working hard towards that and still have work to do."
"Union executive director Terri Carmichael Jackson said Wednesday morning that there were 'a lot of conversations going in the right direction.' Executive committee members Nneka Ogwumike, Breanna Stewart, Alysha Clark and Brianna Turner once again were at the hotel with Jackson and the union staff."
"Revenue sharing and housing are key sticking points between the sides, as well as assigning a franchise tag to a player and benefits for retired players. The league had said that at least a handshake agreement on a labor deal would need to be done by Tuesday to start the season as scheduled."
The WNBA and its players' union engaged in extended negotiations over a new collective bargaining agreement, including a 12-hour session ending at 5 a.m. EDT without resolution. Discussions resumed Wednesday afternoon and continued into the evening. Union executive director Terri Carmichael Jackson indicated progress, while Commissioner Cathy Engelbert described efforts toward a transformational deal balancing player benefits with owner investment. Key negotiating issues include revenue sharing, housing, franchise tag assignments, and retired player benefits. Both sides exchanged proposals during bargaining sessions. The league previously indicated a handshake agreement needed completion by Tuesday to maintain the scheduled season start.
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