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WNBA Playoff Field Set as Seattle Storm Clinch Final Spot
11 Sep
Summary
- Seattle Storm clinched final WNBA playoff spot on Tuesday
- 8 teams to wrap up regular season on Thursday
- Aces and Lynx matchup could be a Finals preview
As of September 11, 2025, the WNBA playoff field is now complete, with the Seattle Storm clinching the final spot on Tuesday night. This leaves significantly less drama heading into Thursday's action, which will see the last 8 teams wrap up their regular season campaigns.
Despite the playoff picture being largely settled, there are still a few intriguing storylines to follow on the final day of the WNBA season. The Las Vegas Valkyries, for instance, are looking to jump to the No. 6 seed with a win, which could set up a more favorable first-round matchup against either the Aces or Dream.
Elsewhere, the defending champion New York Liberty will take on the Chicago Sky, while the Golden State Warriors will look to upset the top-seeded Minnesota Lynx, who have rested key players down the stretch. Additionally, the Aces and Sparks will square off in a potential Finals preview, with the Aces aiming to make a final statement before the postseason.
Overall, while the playoff field is set, Thursday's WNBA action promises to deliver some exciting basketball as teams jockey for final positioning and momentum heading into the playoffs.
