The WNBA just wrapped up an amazing season with record-breaking viewership and attendance, largely due to Caitlin Clark joining the Indiana Fever.
Looking Ahead to 2025
Now that 2024 is behind us, let’s peek into what the 2025 offseason might bring. Caitlin Clark had a stellar rookie year, snagging the Rookie of the Year award and placing fourth in MVP voting. Expectations are sky-high for her second season under new coach Stephanie White.
White plans to lessen Clark’s time handling the ball and reduce her minutes on the court. But don’t worry; fans can still expect big scores from her as she remains a top contender for MVP honors alongside Las Vegasโ Aโja Wilson.
Next Big Star?
The upcoming draft on April 14 has everyone buzzing about Paige Bueckers from UConn. She’s likely to be the top pick, but which team will win that lottery? Weโll find out on November 17.
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Draft Lottery Odds
The Los Angeles Sparks have a strong chance (44.2%) of securing the first overall pick, followed by Dallas Wings and Chicago Sky at 22.7% each, with Washington Mystics at 10.4%. Thanks to a trade deal, Dallas could actually have a better shot than it seems.
Top Free Agents
This year’s free-agency class is loaded with talent like Breanna Stewart, Alyssa Thomas, and Kelsey Plum. Younger stars like Satou Sabally and Brionna Jones are also up for grabs when negotiations start on January 21.
Fans can’t wait to see where these players land!
CBA Talks Looming
With last seasonโs success in mind, players want a new collective bargaining agreement for better pay and facilities. Although they opted out of their current CBA, it stays valid until October 31, 2025.
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Chiney Ogwumike says players are ready for long negotiations if neededโlet’s hope it doesn’t lead to any disruptions!
New Team on the Block
Exciting news: The Golden State Valkyries will join as the WNBAโs 13th team! They’ll build their roster through an expansion draft on December 6 and participate in next yearโs draft too. Weโre eager to see them play in May!
More Games Coming Up!
Thanks to more revenue coming in, each team will now play four extra games per seasonโmaking it a total of 44 games! Plus, playoff formats are changing too; expect more thrilling matchups ahead!
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Teams Looking To Bounce Back
After missing playoffs last year: Washington Mystics, Chicago Sky (among others) aim high this time around! If Sparks get Paige Bueckersโand pair her with Cameron Brinkโthey could become serious contenders soon enough!
Chicago Sky might also rise quickly by using their cap space wiselyโperhaps signing someone like Kelsey Plum would help?
Diana Taurasi’s Future Uncertain?
Phoenix Mercury legend Diana Taurasi hasn’t decided yet whether she’ll return next season or notโbut she recently teased fans online about keeping us guessingโฆ
If she comes back thoughโit’ll take just sixteen games before surpassing Sue Birdโs record as most-played player ever within WNBA history books!
The Connecticut Sun’s Rebuilding Phase
Connecticut Sun faces major changes after another semifinal lossโtheyโve parted ways with coach Stephanie White while having only three contracted players left currentlyโฆ Tough decisions lie ahead regarding star free agents such as Alyssa Thomas or Brionna Jones who may demand hefty salaries elsewhere instead perhaps?
They must balance re-signing key talents against building depth across entire squad wisely moving forward…
Who Can Win It All In ’25?
FanDuel lists New York Liberty (+175), Minnesota Lynx (+350) & Las Vegas Aces (+370) among favorites heading into next yearโs championship raceโbut potential departures could shake things up significantly especially if Breanna Stewart leaves Liberty during offseason period… Likewise losing Kelsey Plum might impact Aces’ prospects greatly too meanwhile Lynx retain core group intact giving them solid shot competing again successfully overall this time around hopefully!
