The WNBA offseason is a time of opportunity and transformation. With key players entering free agency, promising prospects awaiting the draft, and teams eager to bolster their rosters, the moves made now could radically reshape the league’s landscape heading into the 2025 season.
Liberty Celebrate Championship, Look to Retain Core
Fresh off their thrilling championship run, the New York Liberty face critical decisions to keep their winning formula intact. Breanna Stewart, instrumental in securing the title, has expressed her intent to sign a one-year deal. The Liberty brass must also navigate Courtney Vandersloot‘s future as her role evolves. With young stars like Finals MVP Sabrina Ionescu locked in, the Liberty are poised to defend their crown.
Lynx Aim to Regroup After Narrow Finals Defeat
The Minnesota Lynx defied expectations, transforming into a powerhouse through savvy offseason acquisitions. Despite falling just short in the Finals, their core remains under contract, positioning them for another deep run. The return of a healthy Damiris Dantas could be the boost they need to capture that elusive fifth title.
“We’ve built something special here. With our talent and chemistry, there’s no reason we can’t run it back and finish the job next year.”
– Cheryl Reeve, Lynx Head Coach and GM
Sun, Aces Face Pivotal Free Agent Decisions
The Connecticut Sun and Las Vegas Aces, perennial contenders, enter the offseason with their sights set on the summit. For the Sun, retaining the services of unrestricted free agents Alyssa Thomas and Brionna Jones is paramount. The Aces must determine whether to core Kelsey Plum as they balance star power with financial flexibility.
Storm Plot Return to Prominence, Mercury at a Crossroads
The Seattle Storm, just two years removed from championship glory, are banking on a bounce-back. With Jewell Loyd as the cornerstone and coach Noelle Quinn at the helm, luring Nneka Ogwumike back could vault them into instant contention. Meanwhile, the Phoenix Mercury face uncertainty, with the potential retirement of iconic Diana Taurasi looming and Brittney Griner‘s future unclear.
Fever, Dream Poised to Rise, Sky Plot Resurgence
The Indiana Fever, energized by the electric Caitlin Clark, are a franchise on the rise. Securing Kelsey Mitchell‘s continued presence is vital to their ascent. The Atlanta Dream, anchored by Allisha Gray and Rhyne Howard, must address their offensive woes to take the next leap. For the Chicago Sky, rekindling their championship pedigree starts with extending budding superstar Angel Reese.
Mystics, Wings Confront Crossroads, Sparks Eye Lottery Luck
The Washington Mystics, beset by injuries and absences, face a fork in the road. Do they reload around Ariel Atkins and Shakira Austin or opt for a fuller reconstruction? The Dallas Wings must choose between running it back with a healthy roster or shaking things up. And for the Los Angeles Sparks, the upcoming draft lottery carries immense weight, with the tantalizing possibility of pairing Paige Bueckers with Cameron Brink.
As the WNBA offseason unfolds, each franchise grapples with a defining question: stand pat, retool, or rebuild? In a league where fortunes can flip in an instant, these critical decisions will shape the battles to come. From established powerhouses to hungry upstarts, every team is chasing the same dream—to stand alone atop the WNBA mountain. The moves they make now will determine who soars and who stumbles in the 2025 season and beyond.
