After measured but meaningful growth coming out of the pandemic, the WNBA exploded in 2024, setting a new standard for the league. The postseason promises to deliver even more drama, as the Las Vegas Aces chase a three-peat,

Napheesa Collier is another. Caitlin Clark, the rookie phenom, has put herself into the conversation after an incredible second half to the season. Second Team was a little bit harder to pick — so many great players,

Sold out arenas became the norm. Soaring television ratings helped expand the fan base. Clark, Reese, the presumptive league MVP A’ja Wilson and others continually chased record-breaking statistics. And routine conversations and social media posts spurred sometimes heated debates about everything from basketball to culture.