The 2024 WNBA season is set to tip off with the Las Vegas Aces as the team to beat, aiming for a historic three-peat championship. Led by star player A’ja Wilson, the Aces have been dominant in the past two seasons, making them the favorites to win it all again this year.
However, the league is abuzz with excitement over rookie sensation Caitlin Clark and her fellow standout rookies, including Angel Reese, Cameron Brink, and Kamilla Cardoso. These rookies have generated immense hype, leading to sold-out jerseys, packed arenas, and even charter flights for road games.
While Las Vegas remains the team to beat, the New York Liberty, led by Breanna Stewart, Jonquel Jones, and Sabrina Ionescu, are determined to challenge the Aces for the title. With a roster built through free agency and trades, the Liberty are hungry for their first championship.
Other teams making moves to contend for the title include the Seattle Storm, who added Nneka Ogwumike and Skylar Diggins-Smith, and the Phoenix Mercury, who signed Natasha Cloud and Kahleah Copper to complement stars Brittney Griner and Diana Taurasi.
The 2024 WNBA season also brings new coaches to the forefront, with Hall of Famer Teresa Weatherspoon leading the Chicago Sky and NBA veteran Nate Tibbetts guiding the Phoenix Mercury. Additionally, the league will take a break for the Paris Games in July, showcasing the talent of WNBA players on the international stage.
As the season unfolds, all eyes will be on the court as teams vie for the championship title, promising an exciting and competitive season ahead in the WNBA.