Chicago Sky star Angel Reese has issued a strong warning to the WNBA, saying that players are prepared to strike if the league does not meet their contract demands.

Reese made the statement alongside Dallas Wings player DiJonai Carrington on her podcast, Unapologetically Angel, on Friday, according to Yahoo Sports. She was direct in her message, saying, “If y’all don’t give us what we want, we sitting out.”

The WNBA’s current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) was originally set to expire in 2027, but players have chosen to opt out, meaning negotiations for a new agreement will begin in 2026. The move sets the stage for potential labor disputes as players push for better salaries, improved benefits, and greater investment in the league.

Despite increased interest in the WNBA this year—largely fueled by Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark—financial challenges remain. While game attendance and TV ratings have risen, the league has yet to turn a profit.

The WNBA has relied heavily on financial support from the NBA since its founding in 1996. In October, reports indicated that the NBA lost between $40 million and $50 million annually by subsidizing the WNBA, which has never been profitable.

According to The Washington Post, the WNBA has consistently lost at least $10 million per year, while the NBA generates around $10 billion annually. The financial struggles raise questions about whether the league can afford to meet players’ demands without additional investment or structural changes.

With players signaling their willingness to strike, the upcoming CBA negotiations will be critical in determining the future of the WNBA and its ability to provide better financial opportunities for its athletes.