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The 2025 WNBA free agency has kicked off, generating excitement and speculation across the league. As of January 20, several star players have received core qualifying offers, ensuring they remain with their teams while allowing them to sign lucrative one-year deals at the supermax salary of $249,244. Among those cored are Breanna Stewart of the New York Liberty, Kelsey Plum from the Las Vegas Aces, and Alyssa Thomas of the Connecticut Sun.

Notably, Satou Sabally of the Dallas Wings has declared she will not return to her team, creating a unique situation where she can only change teams through a trade. This mirrors Jewell Loyd`s request for a trade from the Seattle Storm, adding further intrigue to the free agency landscape. Other significant free agents to keep an eye on include DeWanna Bonner and Brionna Jones from the Connecticut Sun, Nneka Ogwumike of the Seattle Storm, Brittney Griner of the Phoenix Mercury, and Courtney Vandersloot of the New York Liberty.

The future of WNBA legends like Diana Taurasi and Elena Delle Donne remains uncertain, especially with Delle Donne having not played since 2023. The upcoming Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) set to take effect in 2026 is anticipated to bring substantial salary increases, prompting players to opt for one-year contracts this season. Negotiations are set to begin on January 22, with the ability to sign contracts starting February 1. However, fans can expect news of trades and player movements to surface before that date, heightening the anticipation surrounding this year`s free agency.

For more details on the latest transactions and player movements, check out the WNBA free agency tracker and the WNBA standings.

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