What happened: The WNBA's top pick in the 2026 draft will receive a base salary of $500,000 in their first year. This is part of a four-year rookie scale contract totaling more than $2.2 million. The figures stem from the league's new collective bargaining agreement.
WNBA·March 25, 2026 09:44 AM ET
WNBA 2026 No. 1 Draft Pick to Earn $500K Base in Year One
The salary increase underscores WNBA's growth, raising stakes for draft positioning and rookie impact bets.
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