Thu Sep 11 02:40:00 UTC 2025: ## WNBA Playoff Picture Nears Completion: Storm Clinch Spot, Lynx Secure Top Seed
**September 10, 2025** – With just two days remaining in the WNBA regular season, the playoff landscape is becoming clear. Several key matchups have been solidified, while others hinge on the results of the remaining games.
The **Seattle Storm** secured the final playoff berth Tuesday night with a thrilling victory over the **Golden State Valkyries**, eliminating the **Los Angeles Sparks** from contention. Erica Wheeler’s late-game heroics sealed the Storm’s place.
The **Minnesota Lynx** have locked in the No. 1 seed and home-court advantage throughout the playoffs. Despite a recent loss, they still have a chance to tie the league record for wins in a season. The **Las Vegas Aces** are hot on their heels, having won their 15th consecutive game. They are currently in second place and control their own destiny for the No. 2 seed.
The **Phoenix Mercury** are locked into the No. 4 seed and will face the reigning champion **New York Liberty** in the first round. The Liberty previously secured the No. 5 seed.
The **Atlanta Dream** still have a shot at the No. 2 seed, but they need to win their upcoming game and hope for an Aces loss.
The **Golden State Valkyries**, in their inaugural season, have already made history by clinching a playoff spot. Their final game will determine their seeding.
The playoffs begin on September 14th, with the first round being a best-of-three series. The semifinals will be best-of-five, and the Finals, newly extended, will be a best-of-seven series.
The regular season concludes on September 11th, with the last possible Finals date being October 17th.
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