The WNBA is heading into the stretch run of its 2026 season. While there are technically about two months remaining—due to the FIBA World Cup—every team has fewer than 18 games remaining.
Ranking The 2026 WNBA Title Contenders
The 2026 WNBA season has gotten off to a fantastic start. Several of the W’s stars have shown out, and the season has been super competitive with eight of the 15 teams posting a winning record. But who are the real contenders in the W this year, and what do they need to do with the trade deadline coming up this weekend (Aug. 28)?
🚨 WNBA STANDINGS UPDATE 🚨
▪️ The @minnesotalynx are holding strong to the No. 1 spot improving to 22-6 and maintaining a seven game win streak.
▪️ The @IndianaFever moved up to No. 5 after a dominant win against the Sun.
▪️ The @PhoenixMercury now sit at No. 12 after a nail… pic.twitter.com/83BboAMRwX
— WNBA (@WNBA) July 27, 2026