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The WNBA's landmark collective bargaining agreement didn't happen overnight. It took years of strategy, persistence, and a deep bench of athletes who know their worth.. 

Inspired by that work and in honor of All-Star weekend, we've pulled together theSkimm's best salary negotiation, career, and money resources. Whether you’re negotiating a league-wide labor deal or a cost-of-living increase, your work delivers value. We’ll  help you make your case and make it count. 


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COMPARE & CONTRAST

Paige Bueckers earned a base salary of $78,831 last year as the WNBA’s 2025 #1 draft pick. Under the league's historic 2026 CBA, what base salary will this year’s #1 draft pick, Azzi Fudd, earn her rookie year?

Paige Bueckers #5 of the Dallas Wings and Azzi Fudd #35 of the Dallas Wings during the WNBA game between Dallas Wings and Connecticut Sun on July 2, 2026
Photo by M. Anthony Nesmith/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images
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