Eight playoff teams are fighting to hold position, but the deadline adds urgency for teams ready to think about the future. The second half of the WNBA season begins with the All-Star Break over and the trade deadline approaching. Not only are we entering the second half now that the All-Star Break is over, but we also have the trade deadline looming. With all of that in mind, let's re-rack things and see where everything stands in the WNBA at the moment. It's been an issue for years now, and this failed 2026 season should be the wake-up call to make changes.