What’s Next for WNBA 2026 After New Deal? Full Schedule Revealed

The WNBA has officially secured its future for the 2026 season following a long-awaited collective bargaining agreement, ensuring stability while ushering in sweeping changes across the league. With expansion teams joining, salaries rising dramatically, and a tightly packed offseason calendar, the league is heading into one of its most transformative years. From the expansion draft to opening night, here is a complete breakdown of what lies ahead and the key dates that will define the WNBA’s next chapter.