WNBA Union Gets CBA Extension as Reese Trademarks Name

CBA Negotiations Extended

The WNBA has offered its players' union a 30-day extension on Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) negotiations [4]. The original deadline was set for Friday, October 31st, but uncertainty remained after that date [4]. The WNBA and the WNBPA are currently negotiating a new CBA [4].

Reese's Business Moves

Chicago Sky star Angel Reese has officially trademarked her name [3]. This follows her previous filing to trademark the phrase "mebounds" [3]. It is currently unknown if Reese intends to play in preparation for her third WNBA campaign [2].

Bonner Reflects on Season

Phoenix Mercury's DeWanna Bonner posted a heartfelt message on Instagram reflecting on her year in the league [1].

TL;DR

  • The WNBA has granted a 30-day extension for CBA negotiations with the players' union [4].
  • Angel Reese, star of the Chicago Sky, has trademarked her name after previously trademarking "mebounds" [3].
  • DeWanna Bonner of the Phoenix Mercury reflected on her emotional 2025 season in a heartfelt Instagram post [1].
  • It remains unclear whether Angel Reese will play in preparation for her upcoming WNBA season [2].