WNBA

2024 - 9 - 20

Hoops and Hilarity: WNBA Playoffs Kick Off with a Splash!

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Get ready for a slam dunk of excitement as the WNBA playoffs start! Will Caitlin Clark lead the Indiana Fever to victory? Find out now!

The WNBA playoffs are upon us, and excitement is in the air! Sunday marks the start of the first round, with teams looking to outshine their competition and capture that coveted title. Fans are buzzing with predictions about potential upsets, with the Indiana Fever hoping to ride the star power of Caitlin Clark to make some serious waves against the formidable Connecticut Sun. With a regular season brimming with unexpected moments, who can blame them for dreaming big?

The New York Liberty's phenomenal season has placed them in a prime position to dominate the playoffs, while teams like the Minnesota Lynx and defending champions Las Vegas Aces will also be vying for their chance at glory. This year, the playoff format has fans on the edge of their seats, with matchups that could shift in an instant. Can the underdogs, like the Indiana Fever, surprise everyone and shake up the bracket? All signs point to some thrilling showdowns ahead!

Adding to the excitement, the WNBA's influence reaches beyond the basketball court, as the league has been recognized by NextUp for its dedication to advancing women in sports. This accolade shows a powerful commitment to diversity and inclusion—qualities we love to see in sports! With players like Caitlin Clark shaking up the narrative in the WNBA, every matchup is not just about who’s scoring the most points but who’s changing the game off the court as well.

Let’s not forget the drama surrounding the playoff bracket this year! The Atlanta Dream snuck in for the final playoff spot, and with that, the stage is set for some nail-biting games. As the first round kicks off, basketball enthusiasts and casual fans alike are invited to revel in the thrill that only WNBA playoffs can deliver. Let’s cheer for our favorites and remember—every winning shot counts, but so does every inspiring off-court moment!

Did you know Caitlin Clark, the standout guard for the Indiana Fever, was previously voted the NCAA's Player of the Year? She's not just lighting up the court; she’s changing the face of women’s basketball! Plus, the New York Liberty holds the record for the best regular season finish in WNBA history at 32-8—now that's what we call dominating!

So grab your favorite snacks, make yourself comfortable, and prepare for a rollercoaster of thrilling basketball action, as these teams battle it out not just for the trophy but for the future of women’s sports!

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WNBA playoffs 2024: First-round predictions, X factors, keys - ESPN (ESPN)

The first round of the WNBA playoffs open Sunday. Which teams are prime for an upset? Who will win each series? Our picks are in.

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WNBA offseason 2024: Guides for every WNBA team - ESPN (ESPN)

What are the offseason priorities and needs for every WNBA team? We break it down as each team is eliminated from the playoff race.

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WNBA playoffs: What you need to know before the first round (Yahoo Sports)

Which teams are playing? · New York Liberty (32-8) · Minnesota Lynx (30-10) · Connecticut Sun (28-12) · Las Vegas Aces (27-13) · Seattle Storm (25-15) · Indiana Fever ...

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The WNBA Named Recipient of the 2024 NextUp Advancing All ... (PRNewswire)

PRNewswire/ -- NextUp, the premier nonprofit dedicated to advancing all women in business, announced that the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) ...

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WNBA playoffs 2024: Indiana Fever, Caitlin Clark vs Connecticut ... (The Indianapolis Star)

The Indiana Fever and Connecticut Sun met four times in the regular season. Here's what you should know about Indiana's first-round opponent.

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The 2024 WNBA playoff bracket and schedule are set for the first ... (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

The 2024 WNBA playoff field is set, as eight teams will square off for a chance at a championship. The New York Liberty locked in the top seed in the WNBA, ...

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Clark, Reese change WNBA's landscape and future (Marshalltown Times Republican)

AP PHOTO - Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark signs mini basketballs for fans following a WNBA basketball game against the Dallas Wings on Sunday in Indianapolis ...

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Here's how the Indiana Fever and Connecticut Sun match up in the ... (WTHR)

Here is how the Connecticut Sun match up with Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever in the first round of the WNBA playoffs.

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Caitlin Clark, Indiana Fever face Connecticut Sun in first round of ... (USA TODAY)

Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever will meet the Connecticut Sun in the first round of the 2024 WNBA playoffs.

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WNBA Playoff Bracket 2024: Full Schedule and Matchups For Entire ... (Bleacher Report)

The WNBA playoff bracket is officially set after the final seeds were decided on Thursday. The day began with the Atlanta Dream, Chicago Sky and Washington…

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WNBA playoffs bracket: Final standings, seeds, matchups, first round ... (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

Three teams were battling for the eighth and final playoff spot Thursday. The Atlanta Dream earned the final playoff bid with a 78-67 victory over the New York ...

WNBA playoffs begin with four games on Sunday (KFGO News)

The Atlanta Dream claimed the WNBA's final playoff spot on Thursday night to complete the league's postseason field. Eighth-seeded Atlanta will face the ...

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WNBA Playoffs 2024: Everything You Need To Know Ahead Of The ... (Forbes)

The WNBA's top eight teams begin their quest for the 2024 championship on Sunday, September 22nd with a best-of-three first round.

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2024 WNBA Playoffs Schedule: Caitlin Clark Sunday Debut Up ... (Sportico.com)

Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever will face the Connecticut Sun on ABC at 3 p.m. ET Sunday. Here's why ESPN and the WNBA made that schedule choice.

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WNBA playoffs 2024: How to watch, when Caitlin Clark is playing ... (Yahoo Sports)

New York Liberty (32-8) · Minnesota Lynx (30-10) · Connecticut Sun (28-12) · Las Vegas Aces (27-13) · Seattle Storm (25-15) · Indiana Fever (20-20) · Phoenix Mercury ...

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WNBA round-up: Playoff picture set as record-breaking regular ... (CNN)

It has been a WNBA season unlike any other and the last day of the campaign was no exception with Diana Taurasi, Caitlin Clark and Tina Charles shining ...

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The year of the WNBA rookie: A timeline (ESPN)

We tracked the rise of Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, Rickea Jackson and more as the most celebrated rookie class in WNBA history made its mark.

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WNBA Playoff Picture 2024: Bracket, Early Odds and Bold Predictions (Bleacher Report)

Thursday marked the final day of the WNBA regular season, and the field for the 2024 playoffs is now set. Most of the postseason field was already known…

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ESPN and Ion Television double WNBA regular season viewership ... (SportsPro Media)

WNBA broadcasters reap rewards for long term investments in women's basketball with record breaking season.

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How to Watch the 2024 WNBA Playoffs Online Without Cable (Hollywood Reporter)

Basketball fans, there are a number of ways to watch 2024 WNBA Playoffs online without cable: Here's where to find and stream games online for free.

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WNBA round-up: Playoff picture set as record-breaking regular ... (The Atlanta Voice)

The 2024 WNBA season has seen unprecedented growth, records shattered, and an introduction to one of the most hyped rookie classes in history, ...

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Breanna Stewart Earns Kia WNBA Eastern Conference Player of the ... (New York Liberty)

NEW YORK (September 20, 2024) – The WNBA announced today that New York Liberty forward Breanna Stewart has been named the Kia WNBA Eastern Conference Player ...

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WNBA Stars Nika Muhl and Jewell Loyd Turn the Tunnel Into a ... (WWD)

Basketball players Nika Muhl and Jewell Loyd partnered with Smartwater on outfits for a tunnel walk fashion moment ahead of the WNBA game on Tuesday.

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Ratings Roundup: WNBA on ION Sees Over 23 Million Viewers ... (Sports Video Group)

Ratings Roundup is a rundown of recent rating news and is derived from press releases and reports around the industry. In this week's edition, FOX NFL ...

WNBA playoffs begin this weekend. | News | WLIW-FM (WPPB)

This season of the WNBA has had the highest viewership figures in its history — and the playoffs are expected to set similar records.

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Layshia Clarendon, WNBA's first openly nonbinary player, retires ... (ESPN)

Sparks guard Layshia Clarendon, a leader in the WNBA's social justice initiatives, the league's first openly transgender and nonbinary player and a 2017 ...

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ESPN Tips Off Its Exclusive Coverage of the 2024 WNBA Playoffs ... (ESPN Press Room)

This year's postseason will feature the return of both teams from the 2023 WNBA Finals presented by YouTube TV, the two-time defending WNBA champion Las Vegas ...

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Breaking down the WNBA's record-setting season by the numbers (NBC Chicago)

Let's look at some of the records that were broken in the 2024 WNBA season, including new marks set by Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and A'ja Wilson.

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WNBA 101: Teams, players, facts and stats to know - ESPN (ESPN)

In 2024, the WNBA hit an all-time high in U.S. search interest. Get up to speed on top stats, league history and more now.

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WNBA Playoffs odds, expert picks, schedule: Liberty lead, Aces aim ... (The Athletic)

The WNBA is headed to the playoffs in one of the best seasons we've ever seen. Get odds and picks for the outcomes.

Clark heads to first WNBA postseason as Aces look for threepeat (Marshalltown Times Republican)

Caitlin Clark will make her first appearance in the WNBA playoffs in the arena where she started her professional career. The Indiana Fever will play in ...

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Caitlin Clark heads to first WNBA postseason and Aces look for ... (Tiffin Advertiser Tribune)

Caitlin Clark will make her first appearance in the WNBA playoffs in the arena where she started her professional career.

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Caitlin Clark's WNBA Rookie Stats to Know With Indiana Fever (Sportico.com)

Caitlin Clark put up some extraordinary numbers in her professional rookie season, including the WNBA single-season assists record.

WNBA playoff preview: What to expect from star teams and players (NPR)

We'd love to hear your thoughts on the podcast. Take the survey here or at wbur.org/survey. Journalists Jesse Holland and Ron Elving discuss the week in ...

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