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The Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) is a women's professional basketball league based in the United States.
Is the WNBA on ESPN? ›
The WNBA on ESPN refers to the presentation of Women's National Basketball Association games on the ESPN family of networks. Under the title of WNBA Tuesday, games are broadcast throughout the WNBA season on Tuesday nights on ESPN2.
Who won the WNBA championship in 2024 today? ›
Lynx Win 2024 Commissioner's Cup Championship
The Minnesota Lynx use a late fourth quarter surge to defeat the defending champion New York Liberty in the 2024 Commissioner's Cup Championship presented by Coinbase (94-89).
Where was the WNBA All-Star game in 2024? ›
The 2024 WNBA All-Star Game had a familiar feeling. Team WNBA beat Team USA 117-109 on Saturday at Footprint Center in Phoenix.
What is the female NBA called? ›
Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA), American women's professional basketball league that began play in 1997.
Who was the first WNBA player? ›
Alongside Lisa Leslie and Rebecca Lobo, Sheryl Swoopes was one of the original players signed to the WNBA when the new league for women's professional basketball was launched in 1996.
How much does ESPN pay the WNBA? ›
The WNBA's new deal with ESPN, Amazon and NBC, approved Tuesday, will pay the league about $2.2 billion over the next 11 years for an average of $200 million a year — and it could be even more lucrative, The Athletic reported.
Where can I watch WNBA for free? ›
Fans can watch the WNBA All-Star game for free online by using the free trial offered by Fubo TV. Alternatively, Sling offers a first month discount to new users. DirecTV Stream also offers a free trial to catch the action live.
What channels carry WNBA games? ›
What channels show WNBA games? You can watch nationally televised WNBA games on ABC, CBS, CBS Sports Network, ESPN, ESPN2, ION, and NBA TV.
Who is favored to win the WNBA finals? ›
Two months into the WNBA season, the Las Vegas Aces and New York Liberty continue to be the odds-on favorites to battle for the championship, but the Connecticut Sun and Minnesota Lynx have gone from pretenders to contenders as as far as the odds are concerned.
Ogunbowale has been in the U.S. national team pool for the last two Olympics but didn't make the roster either time. She pulled her name out of the pool of players early this time around, saying the whole process was political.
Who is the WNBA rookie of the month in 2024? ›
INDIANAPOLIS - Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark was named the WNBA Rookie of the Month for July, the league announced today.
Who has the most WNBA all-star appearances? ›
Sue Bird holds the records for most All-Star Game selections (13), most All-Star Games played (12), and the most selections as a starter (9).
Who is the all-time leading scorer in the WNBA? ›
Did Caitlin Clark play in the WNBA All-Star Game? ›
The U.S. may still have the best team at the Olympics, but at the All-Star Game, they didn't have all the best players on Saturday night. Ogunbowale set the All-Star scoring record with 34 points and Clark fell just short of the assist mark in her All-Star debut as the WNBA team beat the U.S. Olympic team 117-109.
What is the women's version of NBA? ›
There are multiple professional leagues and tournaments for professional women basketball players. The main North American league is the WNBA. The FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup and Women's Olympic Basketball Tournament feature top national teams from continental championships.
Does the WNBA use a women's ball? ›
The WNBA uses a slightly smaller basketball than the NBA does. Women use a Size 6 ball weighing about 20 oz while the ball used in the NBA is a Size 7 and about 22 oz. Because of this difference, players in both leagues are well-equipped to play their strongest game and for fans to enjoy!
Is WNBA smaller than NBA? ›
The NBA uses size 7 balls, while the WNBA uses size 6 balls. Those measure a minimum of 28.5 inches in circumference, an inch smaller than the NBA basketballs.
Who is the WNBA logo based on? ›
The first WNBA logo in 1997 was based on the Jerry West-inspired NBA logo. The league changed it in 2013, going with a ponytailed player making a layup. The newest logo moves to the more common bun hair style and sleeker, more modern movement.