With just ten days left in the 2024 WNBA regular season, each team is set to play four or five more games.
Even though seven playoff spots have been secured, there is still much to be decided as the battle for the eighth and final playoff spot intensifies. The rest of the teams will aim to solidify or improve their current playoff positions. Let’s take a look at where all 12 teams stand as we approach the end of the season:
1. New York Liberty (29-6)
clinched playoff berth
Remaining schedule: at Dallas (9/10), at Dallas (9/12), vs. Minnesota (9/15), at Washington (9/17), vs. Atlanta (9/19)
The Liberty are in a strong position to claim the No. 1 seed. While they face some tough matchups, they have their eyes set on securing the top spot. Their matchups against potential playoff opponents will be crucial in determining their postseason success.
2. Minnesota Lynx (26-9)
clinched playoff berth
Remaining schedule: at Atlanta (9/10), vs. Chicago (9/13), at New York (9/15), at Connecticut (9/17), vs. Los Angeles (9/19)
The Lynx have been on a winning streak and will look to maintain their momentum heading into the playoffs. Key matchups against other top teams will test their strength as they aim for a high seed.
3. Connecticut Sun (25-10)
clinched playoff berth
Remaining schedule: at Los Angeles (9/10), at Phoenix (9/13), at Las Vegas (9/15), vs. Minnesota (9/17), vs. Chicago (9/19)
The Sun face a tough end-of-season schedule but have shown resilience throughout the year. Their final games will be crucial in determining their playoff seeding.
4. Las Vegas Aces (22-13)
clinched playoff berth
Remaining schedule: at Indiana (9/11), at Indiana (9/13), vs. Connecticut (9/15), at Seattle (9/17), vs. Dallas (9/19)
The Aces have faced ups and downs this season but remain a strong title contender. Their upcoming matchups will be crucial in shaping their playoff journey.
5. Seattle Storm (21-14)
clinched playoff berth
Remaining schedule: at Los Angeles (9/11), at Dallas (9/13), vs. Los Angeles (9/15), vs. Las Vegas (9/17), at Phoenix (9/19)
The Storm aim to regain their winning form as they head towards the playoffs. Key matchups against playoff contenders will determine their seeding.
11. Dallas Wings (9-26)
Remaining schedule: vs. New York (9/10), vs. New York (9/10), vs. Seattle (9/13), at Indiana (9/15), at Las Vegas (9/19)
Dallas may be out of playoff contention, but they will look to finish the season on a positive note with entertaining games ahead.