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WNBA Free Agency 2026: Key Signings and Timeline

WNBA free agency kicks off early this week following a new collective bargaining agreement, with a condensed timeline leading up to the May 8 season start.

The league's top stars appear set to stay put. Las Vegas Aces star A'ja Wilson is re-signing for a supermax salary, while Breanna Stewart and Sabrina Ionescu both confirmed they will remain with the New York Liberty.

Free agency begins April 6 and concludes with contract signings on April 11.