WNBPA Pushes Back on Silver’s CBA Stance - LITE

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The NBA season tipped off with a bang last night, but in WNBA circles, that wasn’t the main story. Before the games even started, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver weighed in on the WNBA’s CBA negotiations, and the WNBPA was quick to respond. That exchange has sparked a fresh wave of controversy as the CBA deadline looms.

Meanwhile, on the college side, Geno Auriemma and Azzi Fudd shared their thoughts on Paige Bueckers during UConn’s media day, giving fans plenty to talk about off the court as well.

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On October 22, 2003, Sonia Citron was born in White Plains, New York. She quickly emerged as one of women’s basketball’s brightest young stars. A standout at The Ursuline School, she earned national attention as a top high school recruit before committing to Notre Dame.

At Notre Dame, Citron made an immediate impact, earning ACC Rookie of the Year honors and later multiple First-Team All-ACC selections. Known for her versatility, she shone on both ends of the floor and helped lead the Fighting Irish to deep NCAA Tournament runs.

In the 2025 WNBA Draft, she was selected 3rd overall by the Washington Mystics and quickly made her mark as one of the league’s most promising rookies, becoming an All-Star and earning a place in the All-Rookie Team. Check out some of Citron’s best plays of her rookie year in the W.

Internationally, Citron has represented USA Basketball, winning gold at the 2019 FIBA U-16 Americas Championship and the 2021 FIBA U-19 World Cup.

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