The WNBA season moves fast, from the Commissioner’s Cup to a playoff bracket that can change a title race in days. This hub brings together the markets and tools you need all season: championship odds, playoff futures, award markets and the trend data behind them. Market availability varies by sportsbook and time of season, so check each page for the latest odds.
Start with the WNBA odds page for the latest game lines, then jump to the title market, the MVP race or the daily trends. Each page below is a different way into the same season.
Futures prices move with injuries, trades and results, so it helps to track each market on its own page. The Finals odds show the title favorites, the playoff odds cover the postseason picture and the win totals page covers regular-season over/under win markets, when available.
When available, award odds can shift with player performance, injuries and changes in playing time. Use the lists below to explore the contenders and market information for each award.
The 2026 season is the league’s 30th, with 15 teams following the addition of the Portland Fire and Toronto Tempo. Each team played a 44-game regular season, which ran from May 8 to September 24. The Commissioner’s Cup is an in-season competition, and all Cup games except the championship game count toward regular-season records. Starting in 2027, the regular season expands from 44 to 50 games per team.
The top eight teams qualify for the playoffs regardless of conference. The 2026 postseason features a best-of-three first round, best-of-five semifinals and a best-of-seven Finals. Here are the key dates for the season.
| Date | Event | Details |
|---|---|---|
| May 8 | Regular season begins | All 15 teams in action over opening weekend |
| June 1 to June 17 | Commissioner’s Cup games | Games count toward regular-season records |
| June 30 | Commissioner’s Cup Championship | Does not count toward regular-season records |
| July 25 | WNBA All-Star Game | United Center, Chicago |
| September 24 | Regular season ends | 44 games per team |
| September 27 to October 2 | First round | Four best-of-three series |
| October 4 to October 14 | Semifinals | Two best-of-five series, with the last date applying only if a series goes five games |
| October 17 to October 31 | WNBA Finals | Best-of-seven series, with the last date applying only if the series goes seven games |
The Finals use a 2-2-1-1-1 format, with the higher seed hosting Games 1, 2, 5 and 7. Games marked with an asterisk are played only if needed. For the latest title prices, see the WNBA Finals odds page.
| Game | Date | Time (ET) | Home court | TV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Game 1 | Saturday, October 17 | 3:30 p.m. | Higher seed | NBC, Peacock |
| Game 2 | Monday, October 19 | 8 p.m. | Higher seed | USA Network, Peacock |
| Game 3 | Thursday, October 22 | 8 p.m. | Lower seed | USA Network, Peacock |
| Game 4 | Saturday, October 24 | 3:30 p.m. | Lower seed | NBC, Peacock |
| Game 5* | Monday, October 26 | 8 p.m. | Higher seed | USA Network, Peacock |
| Game 6* | Thursday, October 29 | 8 p.m. | Lower seed | USA Network, Peacock |
| Game 7* | Saturday, October 31 | 8 p.m. | Higher seed | USA Network, Peacock |
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The main WNBA odds page tracks the latest game lines, and the betting trends page shows how teams have performed against the spread and on totals.
The 2026 regular season began on May 8, and recent seasons have tipped off in May. The league announces each schedule ahead of time, and the 2027 regular season will be played over 50 games per team.
In 2026, the WNBA has 15 teams. The league grew from 13 when the Portland Fire and Toronto Tempo joined, and Cleveland (2028), Detroit (2029) and Philadelphia (2030) are set to join as expansion teams, bringing the league to 18 teams.
Each team played 44 games in the 2026 regular season, split evenly between 22 home games and 22 road games. Starting in 2027, the regular season expands to 50 games per team under the new collective bargaining agreement.
The top eight teams make the playoffs regardless of conference. In 2026 the first round is best-of-three, the semifinals are best-of-five and the Finals are best-of-seven. Follow the title market on the WNBA Finals odds page.
The best-of-seven Finals begin on Saturday, October 17 and can run through Game 7 on October 31. See the full game-by-game schedule in the Finals schedule table above.
Lineups tracks the MVP, Defensive Player of the Year, Rookie of the Year, Most Improved Player and Sixth Player of the Year markets. Availability varies by sportsbook, by state and by time of season.
A win total is an over/under line on how many regular-season games a team will win. Visit the WNBA win totals page for market information and available lines.
