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Rookie Watch: WNBA Preseason Ignites with New Talent
25 Apr
Summary
- WNBA preseason starts April 25 with five games.
- NCAA standouts make their professional debuts.
- Focus on rookies' adaptation to the pro game.
The 2026 WNBA preseason commences on Saturday, April 25, with five games broadcast across various platforms. The Indiana Fever will face the New York Liberty on ION, while other matchups, including the Los Angeles Sparks against the Nigerian National Team, will stream live on the WNBA App.
This preseason slate is particularly significant for observing the immediate impact of highly-touted rookies. Questions loom about whether these first-year players can translate their college successes to the professional level. Key areas of focus include Raven Johnson's three-point shooting for the Fever, the dynamic between Minnesota Lynx's Olivia Miles and Courtney Williams, and Flau'jae Johnson's potential to impress the Seattle Storm.
Notable matchups include the Phoenix Mercury facing the Chicago Sky, and the Washington Mystics hosting the Minnesota Lynx. The Seattle Storm will also play the Golden State Valkyries. Beyond the rookies, preseason games offer opportunities for all players, including undrafted hopefuls, to prove their worth.
