Fri May 16 23:10:00 UTC 2025: **News Article:**

**WNBA 2025 Season Set to Tip-Off After Busy Offseason**

The WNBA’s 2025 season is set to begin this Friday, marking a new chapter after a whirlwind offseason that saw significant roster changes, coaching shakeups, and the addition of a new franchise, the Golden State Valkyries. The defending champion New York Liberty, fresh off their first title, will face stiff competition in a league experiencing unprecedented growth and change.

Here are the top storylines to watch this season:

* **Fever’s Fire:** Led by rising star Caitlin Clark, the Indiana Fever are looking to build on their first playoff appearance since 2016. The team has bolstered its roster with veteran champions Sydney Colson and DeWanna Bonner to support Clark and ease the pressure from opposing defenses.
* **Aces Reloaded:** After their bid for a three-peat was cut short last season, the Las Vegas Aces have added six-time All-Star Jewell Loyd to pair with MVP A’ja Wilson.
* **Liberty’s Pursuit of Repeat:** The New York Liberty have added Natasha Cloud to their already impressive roster including Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ionescu and Jonquel Jones.
* **Collier’s Revenge Tour:** Napheesa Collier and the Minnesota Lynx are seeking redemption after a narrow playoff defeat last season. Collier, who had a record breaking post season in 2024, aims to continue her MVP-caliber play.
* **Wings Take Flight with Bueckers:** The Dallas Wings are pinning their hopes on rookie sensation Paige Bueckers to lead them to a deeper playoff run.

The 2025 season arrives amidst the WNBA’s surging popularity, with two more expansion teams slated to join in 2026 (Toronto and Portland). The current collective bargaining agreement expires next year, setting the stage for potentially significant changes in player compensation and league structure. As the league continues to grow, players are likely to seek a greater share of the revenue and star players will have the opportunity to benefit.

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