What happened: League sources believe Kelsey Plum does not intend to re-sign after the season. Napheesa Collier's one-year supermax expires this winter.
Why it matters: The WNBA's hard cap has historically limited deadline activity. New CBA tools, including a minimum salary-cap exception and seven protected veteran contracts, could make teams more willing to deal.
By the numbers: Collier scored 24 points and grabbed 10 rebounds in 22 minutes in her 2026 debut.
What to watch: Watch whether interest develops into formal negotiations before the window shuts.