WNBA power rankings: Are the Mystics a hotter team than the Lynx?
The FIBA World Cup tips off in less than a month, and its effects are already starting to be felt in the WNBA season. Multiple teams are practicing minutes management ahead of the tournament. The Golden State Valkyries have French star Gabby Williams on a reduced workload in August, and the Las Vegas Aces just benched A’ja Wilson, Chelsea Gray and Jackie Young — all of whom will be competing for…
The Washington Mystics have surged to the top of the WNBA power rankings, while the Minnesota Lynx have fallen to seventh place. The Mystics' recent seven-game winning streak includes victories against playoff teams, showcasing their strong performance. Betnijah Laney-Hamilton's recent acquisition adds veteran experience to the team.
Key player A’ja Wilson, who will represent Team USA at the FIBA World Cup, has been benched due to injury concerns. The Lynx, despite a strong performance against Phoenix, currently face a more challenging playoff positioning than when they made a roster trade.
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