Sabrina Ionescu has confirmed her intention to stay with the New York Liberty as the WNBA free agency period opens on April 11, 2026. This decision comes amid significant changes in the league, including a dramatic increase in the salary cap from $1.5 million to $7 million for the upcoming season.

The new collective bargaining agreement, finalized last month, has paved the way for supermax contracts to rise to $1.4 million, a substantial jump from around $250,000. Minimum salaries will also see a boost, exceeding $300,000, with the average salary projected to be around $600,000.

Breanna Stewart, a key figure in the league, remarked, “Good luck to everybody else in free agency, but I’m not a part of that,” indicating her commitment to her current team. Meanwhile, A’ja Wilson stated, “I’m not leaving Vegas, so I’m not looking anywhere,” further emphasizing the trend of players opting for stability amid the changes.

The WNBA is gearing up for a busy season, with the collegiate draft scheduled for April 13, 2026, and training camps set to open on April 19, 2026. The regular season is expected to begin on May 8, 2026, marking a new chapter for many teams and players.

As the league prepares for these transitions, the focus remains on how teams will navigate the new financial landscape and what strategies they will employ to build competitive rosters. Observers are keen to see how these changes will impact team dynamics and player movements in the coming weeks.

Details remain unconfirmed regarding other players’ decisions, but the excitement surrounding the upcoming season is palpable as the WNBA continues to evolve.