This postseason has the chance to become one of the most memorable in WNBA history. Eight teams are gearing up to play on, including the reigning champions, the Las Vegas Aces, and the fresh, up-and-coming Golden State Valkyries. These playoffs are going to be absolutely wild, and October is where all the magic happens.
Dynasties, Dark Horses, and Deep Playoff Runs
We’ve got some serious contenders squaring off for the 2026 trophy. The Las Vegas Aces are the reigning champions and Commissioner’s Cup winners, looking to keep that dynasty rolling. But don’t sleep on teams like the Minnesota Lynx, Atlanta Dream, Indianapolis Fever, Washington Mystics, Dallas Wings, or the New York Liberty. Seriously, every one of these squads brings something special to the floor. The big storyline here, beyond the Aces’ quest for another ring, is absolutely the Golden State Valkyries. They’re that “up-and-coming” team everyone will be watching, and you know they’re itching to shake things up.
The battle for the WNBA title won’t be easy, either. The first round is a best-of-three series, ramping up to a best-of-five for the semifinals. Then, buckle up, because the Finals are a grueling best-of-seven. That’s a true test of grit and skill, and it means we could be in for some epic, drawn-out battles. Exact seeding for all eight teams,Lynx, Valkyries, Aces, Dream, Fever, Liberty, Mystics and Wings,will be locked in after the regular season wraps up on September 24.
How to Catch All the Action Live
Want to be there for every clutch shot and game-winning play? Tickets for every round of the WNBA Playoffs are available right now on StubHub. You’ll want to jump on those ASAP because exact details are confirmed after the regular season ends. Every order is 100 percent guaranteed, so you’re good to go.
The playoffs kick off with the first round on Sunday, September 27, with Game 1s starting as early as 2 p.m. ET. Game 2s are set for Tuesday, September 29, and Wednesday, September 30, with Game 3s, if necessary, on October 1 and 2. The semifinals heat up starting Sunday, October 4, and those could go all the way to Game 5 on Wednesday, October 14. The Finals begin Saturday, October 17, at 3:30 p.m. ET, and could stretch all the way to a winner-take-all Game 7 on Saturday, October 31, at 8 p.m. ET.
Get ready to clear your calendar for October, because this WNBA postseason is going to be unforgettable. Can the Aces continue their reign, or will a new champion, maybe even those up-and-coming Valkyries, lift the trophy? We’re about to find out!
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Originally reported by The Sporting News.
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