The WNBA season is back in action after a month-long pause, and we’re excited to dive into the second half of the year! The league’s top players just returned from the 2024 Paris Olympics, where Team USA brought home another gold medal . Now, it’s time to focus on winning a WNBA championship. Here’s a rundown of the key matchups, current standings, and statistical leaders to get you up to speed.
Key Matchups
The first week back from the Olympic break features 13 games, starting with the Phoenix Mercury vs. Chicago Sky on August 15 . Other notable matchups include:
– Washington Mystics vs. Minnesota Lynx (August 15)
– New York Liberty vs. Los Angeles Sparks (August 15)
– Seattle Storm vs. Atlanta Dream (August 16)
– Connecticut Sun vs. Dallas Wings (August 16)
Current Standings
The Eastern Conference is led by the New York Liberty with a 21-4 record, followed closely by the Connecticut Sun at 18-6 ¹. In the Western Conference, the Minnesota Lynx are on top with a 17-8 record, with the Seattle Storm and Las Vegas Aces not far behind.
Statistical Leaders
Some players are already making a strong case for MVP. A’ja Wilson of the Las Vegas Aces is dominating with 27.2 points per game, followed by Kahleah Copper of the Phoenix Mercury at 23.3 points per game ¹. In assists, Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever is leading the pack with 8.2 assists per game. Angel Reese of the Chicago Sky is crushing it on the boards with 12 rebounds per game.
The regular season will feature a record-high 40 games per team, with each team playing 20 home games and 20 road games ². The WNBA Commissioner’s Cup presented by Coinbase will also have a new format, featuring a two-week stretch in June where the league’s schedule consists entirely of Commissioner’s Cup games. As we head into the second half of the season, it’s anyone’s game. Will the New York Liberty continue their winning streak, or will the Minnesota Lynx take the top spot? One thing’s for sure – it’s going to be an exciting ride. Stay tuned for more updates, and let’s make the second half of the WNBA season one to remember!
