WNBA’s 2026 Start Date Comes Into Focus as CBA Talks Remain Unresolved

In a typical year, WNBA free agency opens in early January, with most major signings completed by early February. Under the current circumstances, Front Office Sports reported that a delayed free agency would compress the offseason calendar, forcing teams to navigate roster construction while also preparing for the 2026 WNBA draft, which is scheduled for April 13. Training camps are set to open April 19.