Minnesota Lynx Enter as Top Seed
The 2025 WNBA Playoffs are set to tip off this Sunday, featuring the league’s top eight teams competing for the championship. The Minnesota Lynx, who finished the regular season with a league-best 34–10 record, enter the playoffs as the No. 1 seed. According to ESPN’s Basketball Power Index (BPI), the Lynx are favored to win the title with a 50% chance.
In the first round, Minnesota will face the Golden State Valkyries, who secured a postseason berth in their inaugural season. Despite being the underdogs, the Valkyries have exceeded expectations and will look to continue their Cinderella run.
Defending Champions: New York Liberty
The New York Liberty, last season’s champions, will face off against the Phoenix Mercury in a best-of-three first-round series. The Liberty, who have encountered challenges this season, aim to defend their title and demonstrate their resilience on the court.
Contenders and Dark Horses
The Las Vegas Aces, riding an impressive 16-game winning streak, will battle the Seattle Storm in the first round. Led by star player A’ja Wilson, the Aces are considered strong championship contenders.
Meanwhile, the Atlanta Dream, showing significant improvement this season, will take on the Indiana Fever. With a balanced roster, the Dream hope to make a deep playoff run and surprise some higher-seeded teams.
Excitement Across the Board
With the expanded playoff format, all eight teams have a legitimate chance to compete for the 2025 WNBA title. Fans can expect competitive games, standout performances, and plenty of excitement as the postseason unfolds.
The first-round matchups promise action-packed basketball as each team vies to advance closer to the championship. Analysts will be watching closely to see which teams capitalize on momentum and which underdogs can pull off surprises.
