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WNBA playoff preview: How all eight teams could win the championship

Source: espn.com · Published 27 Sept 2026, 05:41

At long last, the bracket is finally set. Here are the strengths and potential flaws for all eight teams.

We're picking every series in the WNBA playoffs' first round -- and our champions and Finals MVP. Who gets the edge?

espn.com · 27 Sept 2026, 05:41

The first round of the 2026 WNBA playoffs opens Sunday. The semifinals tip Oct. 4 and the Finals open Oct. 17.

espn.com · 25 Sept 2026, 16:32

From current playoff matchups to league races to the postseason schedule, we have everything you need to know.

espn.com · 27 Sept 2026, 05:01

There's still much to play for entering the final days of the regular season. We have your guide to the last few games of baseball before October.

espn.com · 26 Sept 2026, 20:33

The Lynx head into the WNBA playoffs as championship favorites, with Napheesa Collier and Olivia Miles the top picks for Finals MVP.

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