WNBA History Book Publication and Related 2026 League Events
Tamryn Spruill is releasing a historical nonfiction book titled 'The W: A History of the WNBA' in September 2026. Simultaneously, the league is celebrating its 30th anniversary with themed merchandise, while active players continue to set new statistical benchmarks and release personal publications.
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The book 'The W: A History of the WNBA' by Tamryn Spruill is scheduled for publication on September 22, 2026.
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The New York Times identified 'The W' as one of the most-anticipated nonfiction books of 2026.
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WNBA star Caitlin Clark is publishing a children's picture book titled 'EXTRAordinary! A Little EXTRA to Reach BIG Dreams' on November 3, 2026.
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Nike is releasing the 'Nike Book 2 WNBA 30th Anniversary' sneaker on May 8, 2026, to celebrate the league's 30th year.
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A'ja Wilson signed a three-year, $5 million contract with the Las Vegas Aces, the largest in WNBA history.
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Angel Reese became the fastest player in WNBA history to reach 1,000 career rebounds.
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The WNBA salary cap increased from $1.5 million in 2025 to $7 million in 2026 under a new collective bargaining agreement.
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Caitlin Clark recorded the third-most triple-doubles in WNBA history by August 2026.
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The Washington Mystics used the No. 4 pick in the 2026 draft to select Lauren Betts.
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The Las Vegas Aces offense recorded a 113.4 offensive rating in June 2026, pacing for the highest in league history.