WNBA Playoffs Preview: Who's In & Who's Up

The WNBA playoffs are set for Sunday with eight teams remaining, and the postseason starts while NFL attention is still pulling some eyeballs. The preview frames this year’s race around a mix of veterans and newcomers. The Las Vegas Aces aim to defend their title, likely anchored by five-time MVP A’ja Wilson. The surging Atlanta Dream are highlighted by Angel Reese, a near-certainty for Defensive Player of the Year. Other contenders discussed include the Minnesota Lynx—featuring Olivia Miles as Rookie of the Year talk—and the New York Liberty, which will try to regain championship form under new coach Chris DeMarco after injuries. Also in focus are the Washington Mystics with Shakira Austin, the Indiana Fever led by Caitlin Clark, Aaliyah Boston and Kelsey Mitchell, and the Dallas Wings with Paige Bueckers and Arike Ogunbowale, plus the Golden State Valkyries’ defense.