Breanna Stewart says no extension in WNBA labor talks
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Key Points:
- New York Liberty star Breanna Stewart confirmed that the WNBA and the players' association will not agree to a new collective bargaining agreement (CBA) extension by the Friday deadline, entering a "status quo" period to continue negotiations.
- The WNBPA has the authority to initiate a strike, though Stewart emphasized it is not imminent but remains a potential option.
- Key negotiation disputes center around revenue sharing, with the WNBA proposing players receive over 50% of net revenue, while the players' union wants about 30% of gross revenue, reflecting differing views on how expenses should impact player compensation.
- The league projects that the union's proposal could result in $700 million in losses over the agreement term, exceeding combined losses from the
