Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) Teams

WNBA Teams and Franchises

The Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) has 12 teams, each representing a different city across the United States. Founded in 1997, the WNBA has provided a platform for female basketball players to showcase their talents and inspire future generations.

Expansion and Relocation

Expansion

The WNBA has expanded gradually over the years, with the Atlanta Dream, Seattle Storm, and San Antonio Silver Stars joining in 2008.

Relocation

Some WNBA teams have relocated over the years, including the Tulsa Shock, which moved to Dallas in 2016 and became the Dallas Wings.

WNBA Team Locations

• Atlanta Dream (Atlanta, GA)
• Chicago Sky (Chicago, IL)
• Connecticut Sun (Uncasville, CT)
• Dallas Wings (Arlington, TX)
• Indiana Fever (Indianapolis, IN)
• Las Vegas Aces (Las Vegas, NV)
• Los Angeles Sparks (Los Angeles, CA)
• Minnesota Lynx (Minneapolis, MN)
• New York Liberty (Brooklyn, NY)
• Phoenix Mercury (Phoenix, AZ)
• Seattle Storm (Seattle, WA)
• Washington Mystics (Washington, DC)

WNBA Championships

The Minnesota Lynx hold the record for the most WNBA championships, with four titles. Other notable teams include the Houston Comets, Los Angeles Sparks, and Seattle Storm, each with three championships.

WNBA Notable Players

The WNBA has produced numerous iconic players, including Lisa Leslie, Sheryl Swoopes, Candace Parker, and Breanna Stewart.

WNBA's Impact on Women's Basketball

The WNBA has significantly contributed to the growth and popularity of women's basketball both in the United States and internationally.