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WNBA Stars Celebrate New CBA at NCAA Final Four

WNBA players celebrated their newly signed collective bargaining agreement at the NCAA Women's Final Four weekend, showcasing the growing connection between college and professional women's basketball.

WNBA stars took center stage at the NCAA Women's Final Four in Phoenix, basking in their recent CBA victory. The new agreement, featuring a revenue-sharing model and significant salary increases, marks a turning point for women's sports.

WNBPA president Nneka Ogwumike emphasized the importance of bridging the gap between college and professional ranks, especially with six WNBA draft prospects leading UCLA to their first championship. The new rookie salary scale, ranging from $290,000-$500,000, represents a dramatic increase from Caitlin Clark's $76,535 rookie contract last year.