A major proposed WNBA trade could hold up free-agency activity, according to Annie Costabile of the Chicago Sun-Times. Per Costabile, the move is a

With the WNBA exploding in popularity and a new TV deal bringing more revenue, the expectation is that salaries will jump in 2026 and most free agents will sign one-year contracts to get back onto the market next offseason.

Oct 16, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; New York Liberty forward Breanna Stewart (30) shoots against the Minnesota Lynx during the second half of game three of the 2024 WNBA Finals at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

With Jewell Loyd requesting a trade, there's an an entirely plausible scenario that could return Kelsey Plum to Seattle and into the Storm's lineup for next season.

With the Valkyries owning the No. 5 pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, Pelton expressed belief that the new franchise would use it in a trade package for Plum. While the three-time All-Star has been cored by the Aces—meaning they have exclusive negotiating rights with her—it doesn't mean she can't get traded.

The Los Angeles Sparks trading for Las Vegas Aces star Kelsey Plum could kickstart an otherwise stagnant WNBA offseason, as teams position themselves for the aftermath of such a trade

The WNBA free agency negotiation period is underway, and some of the biggest name free agents, like Brittney Griner, have been taking free agent meetings with interested teams. But with only minor free agent signings official so far,

For the last four-plus seasons, WNBA star Kelsey Plum has been an integral part of the Las Vegas Aces' success. Since her arrival in Vegas, the former No. 1 pick has grown herself into a two-time champion,