In front of a national audience and a packed arena, WNBA All-Stars used the spotlight to make a powerful and unmistakable statement: they’re demanding real progress at the bargaining table.
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Just before tip-off, players removed their warmups to reveal bold T-shirts reading “Pay Us What You Owe Us” — a direct callout to WNBA leadership and a rallying cry for better pay and revenue share.
The message comes as players continue to push for significant changes in the league’s next collective bargaining agreement. This week marked the first in-person meeting about a new CBA between league officials and the Women’s National Basketball Players Association (WNBPA) since December. However, players say there has been no real movement in the talks.
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Union meetings have seen high turnout from players across the league, highlighting the urgency of the moment. While salary increases remain a core issue, players have made it clear that they’re also fighting for broader support.