The WNBA can't stop breaking records. The last season of pro women's basketball had the biggest crowds and most viewers in 22 years — impressive, yes. But 2025 was like, "Nah, hold my Gatorade.”
Here's some of the league's recent triumphs: It had the highest-ever single-season attendance, drawing over 2.5 million fans across 226 games. The Golden State Valkyries entered the W and immediately became the most valuable franchise in U.S. women's sports history (they're worth a casual $500 million). With 18,064 fans at all 22 sold-out home games, they surpassed the average attendance record, and the team is only just getting started.
The 2025 WNBA Finals kick off on Oct. 3 with the Las Vegas Aces hosting the Phoenix Mercury at Nevada’s Michelob ULTRA Arena. If you're not already into women's basketball, there's never been a more exciting time to tune in. Grab your seat — it's tip-off time.
Overtime Reading
How The Valkyries Became The WNBA’s Breakout Stars
One month into their first-ever season, they were valued at $500 million — more than any other women’s sports team.
For These 8 Couples, The WNBA Really Is About Love & Basketball
“He wrote me Liberty-themed poetry. What else was I supposed to do but keep him?”
5 Things To Watch Out For During The WNBA Finals, According To Experts
From pink hair to protests.
Inside The WNBA’s Most Epic Season Ever
Buzzer-beaters, big crowds — there's never been a more exciting time to tune into women's basketball.
Kate Martin Is The Golden State Valkyries' Unofficial Hype Woman
The team’s point guard is known for memorizing everyone’s pregame handshakes.
Getting Ready With Jordan Chiles For Simkhai’s NYFW Show
The Olympic gymnast gives a behind-the-scenes look at her glam routine.
Tiffany Hayes Is Dunking On Trends & Making Pants Cooler With Her New Label
The Golden State Valkyries athlete talks styling WNBA players in Seyah and her most unhinged shopping habit.
Paige Bueckers Has The Chillest Tunnel Walks
The Dallas Wings guard reveals the team’s group hype-up activity.
