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The 2025 WNBA Playoffs are underway and fans have lots to follow. Here’s the latest on the schedule, standings, playoff format, and what could decide the champion.
Final Regular Season Standings
Here are the top 8 teams that made the playoffs, based on their regular season record:
| Seed | Team | Record |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Minnesota Lynx | 34-10 |
| 2 | Las Vegas Aces | 30-14 |
| 3 | Atlanta Dream | 30-14 |
| 4 | Phoenix Mercury | 27-17 |
| 5 | New York Liberty | 27-17 |
| 6 | Indiana Fever | 24-20 |
| 7 | Seattle Storm | 23-21 |
| 8 | Golden State Valkyries | 23-21 |
Format & New Changes
- First round: best-of-three, format is 1-1-1. Higher seed hosts Games 1 and 3.
- Semifinals: best-of-five (2-2-1).
- Finals: For the first time, the Finals will be best-of-seven (2-2-1-1-1). The higher seed gets home court in Games 1, 2, 5, and 7.
These changes are meant to increase fairness and make the Finals more exciting.
First Round Matchups & Schedule
Here are the matchups for the first round and when games begin.
- (1) Minnesota Lynx vs (8) Golden State Valkyries
- (2) Las Vegas Aces vs (7) Seattle Storm
- (3) Atlanta Dream vs (6) Indiana Fever
- (4) Phoenix Mercury vs (5) New York Liberty
Start date: First round games begin Sunday, September 14, 2025.
If first round winners advance, semifinals games will follow, then the Finals begin October 3, ending as late as October 17, if all games are needed.
What to Watch / Key Storylines
- The Minnesota Lynx are coming off a dominant regular season. Many expect them to be title favorites.
- The Las Vegas Aces finished strong, including a long winning streak late in the season.
- The New York Liberty, as defending champions, will have a tougher path since they’re seeded No. 5.
- Indiana Fever are dealing with injuries but still made the playoffs. Their resilience will be tested.
WNBA Finals 2025: What to Expect
With the expansion to a best-of-seven Finals, teams will need more depth and consistency. Home-court advantage will matter even more in tight games.
Fans are looking forward to seeing which two teams make it to the Finals. A likely matchup many analysts suggest is Lynx vs Aces, but surprises are always possible.
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