WNBA 2025 Sees Expansion and Major Team Moves

The 2025 WNBA season features sweeping changes, including the league debut of the Golden State Valkyries as an expansion team. The New York Liberty return as defending champions with core stars Breanna Stewart and Sabrina Ionescu, while adding Natasha Cloud to address offseason losses. The Minnesota Lynx, following a deep playoff run, maintain their starting lineup and have strengthened their backcourt with Karlie Samuelson. The Dallas Wings have overhauled their roster and coaching staff, landing top draft pick Paige Bueckers, while the Atlanta Dream also revamped their coaching staff and signed Brittney Griner for a bolstered frontcourt. The Chicago Sky are rebuilding around emerging star Angel Reese and a new head coach. The Washington Mystics and Connecticut Sun are undergoing major leadership and roster changes as they seek to redefine their team identities.