May 2, 2025
·Kristen Morrell
The 2025 WNBA season officially tips off tonight, Friday, May 2, marking the league's 29th season. Teams will play preseason games over the next week before kicking off the regular season on May 16.
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WNBA weekend matchups: May 2-4
The opening preseason weekend features several exciting matchups:
Friday, May 2:
Dallas Wings vs. Las Vegas Aces at 7:00 p.m. ET
Brazil National Team vs. Chicago Sky at 8:00 p.m. ET
Saturday, May 3:
Indiana Fever vs. Washington Mystics at 1:00 p.m. ET
Sunday, May 4:
Indiana Fever vs. Brazil National Team at 4:00 p.m. ET
Connecticut Sun vs. Seattle Storm at 6:00 p.m. ET
How to watch WNBA preseason games
All 15 preseason games will be available to fans via national broadcasts or streaming platforms, a first in WNBA history.
Games will be accessible through ESPN, ION, NBA TV, and a free preview of WNBA League Pass.
Top storylines
1. Caitlin Clark's Championship Aspirations: After leading the Indiana Fever to their first playoff appearance in eight years, Caitlin Clark has set her sights on a championship in her second season. The Fever have bolstered their roster with veteran additions like DeWanna Bonner and Natasha Howard to support Clark and Aliyah Boston.
2. Paige Bueckers' Professional Debut: The Dallas Wings selected Paige Bueckers as the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft. Bueckers, known for her offensive prowess, will be a key player to watch as she adjusts to the professional level.
3. International Matchups: The Chicago Sky and Indiana Fever will each face the Brazil National Team, providing a unique international flavor to the preseason.
4. Seattle Storm's Rebuild: Following a challenging 2024 season, the Seattle Storm have added veteran Skylar Diggins and rookie Dominique Malonga. The team aims to re-establish itself as a championship contender.
5. Connecticut Sun vs. Seattle Storm: This matchup features the Sun's new rookies, including Rayah Marshall, Aneesah Morrow, and Saniya Rivers, as they adjust to the professional level.
6. Washington Mystics' Injury Report: It's been a heartbreaking few days of training camp for the Mystics. First-round pick Georgia Amoore suffered an ACL injury in practice and forward Aaliyah Edwards was diagnosed with a low back contusion with a re-evaluation in two weeks.
2025 WNBA League Developments
Expansion: The Golden State Valkyries join the league as the 13th team, marking the WNBA's first expansion since 2008 .
Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) Negotiations: The current CBA is set to expire at the end of the 2025 season. The players' union is advocating for increased salaries, expanded rosters, and enhanced benefits, with the possibility of a work stoppage if negotiations stall.
As the 2025 WNBA season unfolds, fans can look forward to a dynamic mix of seasoned veterans, promising rookies and evolving team dynamics that promise an exciting year of women's basketball. Grab tickets to preseason and regular season games now on SeatGeek!